Essential Job Duties:	

The primary purpose of the Postdoctoral Research Scholar position will be to 
theoretically predict, model, and analyze the properties of new quantum 
materials. The work will focus on exploring connections between chemical 
bonding and quantum phases of matter, with the objective of improving design 
rules for quantum materials development.

The Postdoctoral Research Scholar will be mentored by Dr. Jovanovic 
and will participate in the weekly group meetings and meet individually with 
this principal investigator at least once per week when the travel schedule 
allows. The Postdoc will write journal articles under the principal 
investigators supervision and attend at least one academic conference 
during their time in the group.

The primary duties include conducting research, giving seminars, and 
writing papers in English. Secondary duties include mentoring of junior 
scientists, such as graduate and undergraduate students.

The Department of Chemistry at NC State University provides professional 
education for chemists at the undergraduate and graduate levels; 
teaches introductory chemistry courses, which are needed by students 
enrolled in other department programs; advances the discipline of chemistry 
by conducting research; serves the public by sharing information about 
chemistry through a variety of mechanisms and services, and commits to 
creating environments that are in alignment with our mission, vision and 
values. Our department is home to award-winning faculty and is one of 
NC States top producers of patent and invention disclosures. 
More information about the department can be found at 
https://chemistry.sciences.ncsu.edu/. 
Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences 
Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms 
lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological 
development across North Carolina and around the world. NC States land 
grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the 
service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to 
review the institutions mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider 
how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support 
the university.

Work Schedule:	

Monday-Friday, 40 hrs/week, some evenings and weekends, when required. 

Department Required Skills:

The candidate must be comfortable with the Unix environment. 
The computational side of the position relies on ab initio computational 
chemistry and solid-state software, such as Orca and VASP. The modeling 
can be performed using the software of the candidate choosing, such as 
Mathematica, Matlab, or Python, but the candidate should be proficient in 
at least one of them.

Preferred Years of Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

Although Dr. Jovanovic is primarily seeking a candidate with experience 
in the solid-state calculations and modeling of materials, all motivated 
candidates with experience in theoretical and computational chemistry, 
physics, and material science are encouraged to apply. Experience 
with Python is a plus.

AA/EEO:

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without 
regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, 
sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with 
a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities 
requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview 
process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at 
the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact 
Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate()ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. 
Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must 
be obtained prior to the start date in order to meet qualifications and 
receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers 
to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work 
in the United States.

To apply, go to https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/191229