PhD in the computational modelling of supramolecular materials

PhD in the computational modelling of supramolecular materials

A 36 month PhD position in computational chemistry is available within the research group of Dr. Kim Jelfs (www.imperial.ac.uk/people/k.jelfs) for a project focusing upon developing methods to predict the assembly, structure and function of supramolecular materials, including both polymeric and organic molecular materials. Possible applications of the research might include predicting the likely structure of amorphous polymers or crystalline molecular solids and the link between the structure and properties of such materials, including functions related to their porosity or optoelectronic properties. This research will involve the use of a range of computational chemistry methods, including forcefield-based methods and electronic structure calculations, as well as some development of small-scale in-house software. This project will build upon recent research in the group, see for example Nature Materials 2016 (DOI: 10.1038/nmat4638) or publications listed at jelfs-group.org.

The position is available to both UK and EU graduates with a good degree in a relevant subject (Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science). Previous experience with computational chemistry or physics methods is not a requirement but can be an advantage.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Kim Jelfs ([Email Address Removed]) by email, along with a CV. This position is available for October 2017.