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Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar Department: Arts and Sciences | Chemistry and Biochemistry Administration We are seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar to join the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at The Ohio State University. The Post Doctoral Scholar studies how local environments impact the chemical physics of chemical reactions at battery and atmospheric interfaces, the homeostatic control of photosynthesis, and/or next generation quantum devices. The Post Doctoral Scholar will embark on a program of independent research with the primary goal of determining how computational and theoretical methods can provide thermodynamic design principles for these systems. Duties will include conducting computational research work centered on developing new computational methods for simulating complex chemical and physical systems; leading manuscript preparation for submission to peer-reviewed journals; and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Qualifications: PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering or a related field by the time of hire is required, along with a strong theoretical or practical background in statistical mechanics, quantum dynamics, or Machine Learning. Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining a research codebase and data; excellent verbal and written communication skills; and a collaborative mentality towards research and mentoring. Desired skills and techniques include Molecular Dynamics Simulation, Electronic Structure Calculation or Quantum Dynamics. These required and desired skills should be demonstrated through a record of peer-reviewed publications. Additional Information: The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field. Location: Newman and Wolfrom Laboratory of Chemistry (0147) Position Type: Term (Fixed Term) Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. 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