Assistant Professor in Multiscale Electronic Structure Methods

Job description

Are you interested in working in an interdisciplinary research group with diverse backgrounds in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and material science? Do you have a passion for combining fundamental theoretical work with real-world applications? We are looking for an Assistant Professor for the Computational Quantum and Molecular Dynamics group. This vacancy is part of the Irène Curie Program and is currently only open to female candidates.

Our new colleague is enthusiastic about working on the development of multiscale electronic structure methods. You are enabling the predictive modeling of dynamical electronic processes in complex systems crucial for a large variety of fundamental and industrial problems. Application examples are the design of novel materials or next-generation computing architectures.

In this role you will focus on fundamental theoretical aspects and mathematical techniques for the study and modeling of many-electron systems beyond the limitations of the current state of the art. Direct application to length- and time scales representative of real-world systems is often hindered by high-dimensionality of the models. Instead, multiscale computational methods are required, which rely on the development of efficient algorithms and often surrogate models.

Systematic quality control for a very wide range of computational methods needs to be addressed. This to improve existing models and to design new model approaches towards more robustness and higher computational efficiency. Of particular interest here is the systematic development of embedding models, coarse-grained or reduced order models, and the role that Machine Learning can play in the heavy numerical computations.

The Computational Quantum and Molecular Dynamics group

The Assistant Professor in Multiscale Electronic Structure Methods is expected to drive the development of the underlying mathematical and computational approaches closely connected to on-going efforts in the Computational Quantum and Molecular Dynamics group.

Our research is focused on the development and application of multiscale simulation approaches for the study of complex molecular materials, building on frameworks given by wave-function based theories, density-functional theory, and/or Green’s functions methods.

The group is part of the Centre for Analysis, Scientific Computing and Applications (CASA) and the position is at the intersection of several strategic themes within CASA, including “multiscale modelling form quantum to material”, “scientific machine learning”, and “large-scale numerical linear algebra”. The position is intended to further strengthen the links with several of TU/e’s institutes such as the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS), the High Tech Systems Center (HTSC) and the Eindhoven Hendrik Casimir Institute (EHCI).

In collaborations, you can contribute to the work on challenging applications in the fields of energy materials, opto-electronics, and semiconductors. As part of an international team with partners in the US and Europe, you also have the opportunity to drive the continued development of high-performance open-source simulation software and have substantial impact in various fields.

Job requirements

• Motivated researcher with a PhD in applied mathematics, theoretical physics, theoretical chemistry, or related fields.
• Track record in method development in wave-function based theories, density-functional theory, and/or Green’s functions methods; experience in coding for high-performance applications.
• Ability to conduct high-quality academic research reflected in demonstratable outputs.
• Motivated to teach, contribute to teaching processes, and to develop excellent teaching skills.
• Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, including coaching and mentoring of students and staff, leading a project or chairing a group.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English. 

Conditions of employment

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• An 18-month contract as Assistant Professor which can become permanent after 12 months on the same employment level upon successful evaluation. Experienced candidates might be offered a permanent contract already at the start of employment.
• The opportunity to focus your career on education, research or impact. You can develop your personal ambitions and objections within the strategic objectives of the university.
• As an Irène Curie Fellow, you are entitled to a substantial start-up package to kick-off your career.  
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 11 (min. € 4,537 max. € 6,209 gross per month).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment.
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

Information and application

About us

Eindhoven University of Technology is an internationally top-ranking university in the Netherlands that combines scientific curiosity with a hands-on attitude. Our spirit of collaboration translates into an open culture and a top-five position in collaborating with advanced industries. Fundamental knowledge enables us to design solutions for the highly complex problems of today and tomorrow. 

We believe that diversity broadens our research scope and enhances the quality of our education. Our Irene Curie Program aims to advance talented female researchers, in order to thrive and be successful in top positions in science, contributing to the societal goal of promoting equal opportunities. The program addresses the aspirations and needs of women in industry, academia, and research institutes in order to support their ambition to become a professor at our university.

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Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager dr. Bjorn Baumeier, b.baumeier@tue.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact Hella Ploegmakers, Senior Recruiter, h.a.m.ploegmakers@tue.nl or +31 643559625.

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Application

This vacancy is part of the Irène Curie Program and is currently only open to female candidates.

We invite you to submit a complete application. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references.
• Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
• Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).

We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible.

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