Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Computational Materials Science

Position Overview

The lab led by Professor Avik Mahata in the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences has an opening for a postdoctoral research fellow in computational materials design. This lab focuses on the application of artificial intelligence to the development of advanced materials for future technological applications. More information about Professor Mahata’s research can be found at: https://www.merrimack.edu/profiles/avik-mahata/.

Current openings in areas of Professor Mahata’s research:

Machine Learning in Atomistic Simulation

Computational Modelling of High Entropy Alloy

Atomistic Simulation of 2D Materials

Large Scale Atomistic Simulation of Solidification of Metallic Materials

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry or related disciplines. Graduate students near completion of their PhD program are also welcome to apply.

• Successful candidates will have expertise in atomistic and mesoscale simulations

• An excellent grasp of software development fundamentals and test-driven development practices

• Advanced knowledge of Python programming

• Experience in CUDA/C++ and High Performance Computing

• Proven experience in VASP, Quantum Espresso, FHI-AIMS, or other ab-initio code

• Ability to write clear, maintainable, and highly organized object-oriented code

• Expertise in ANSYS or ABAQUS is also welcome

• Deep understanding of thermodynamics and kinetics of materials, solid-state physics, crystallography

• Some experience in 2D Van der Waals materials

• Experience in Machine Learning

• Molecular dynamics programming experience

• Python programming proficiency

• Experience with machine learning libraries such as PyTorch

• Some knowledge of phase field or finite element modeling is also desirable

• Strong verbal/written communication skills are essential

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, and our values.

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae including a list of publications.

• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Vaccinations and Work Location 

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus. 

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