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The Molecular Transport Group at the Institute of Physics (FZU) of the Czech Academy of Sciences (CAS) in Prague invites applications for the position above.
The successful candidate (m/f/d) will join a dynamic research team led by Héctor Vázquez focused among other projects on machine learning and single-molecule electron transport. The position is fully funded by a research grant and can be extended up to 3 years.
What you will do:
- Focus on machine learning to identify structure-property relationships in electronic structure and conductance of single-molecule junctions.
- Develop a research program and implement it in the field of machine learning and single molecule studies.
- Participate in group meetings, and prepare manuscripts.
- Participate in international conferences and regular collaboration with experimental groups.
- Work in an international environment in the heart of Europe.
Required qualifications:
- Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or related field
- Operational knowledge of machine learning methods, electronic structure of molecular junctions, and molecular conductance calculations
- Programming skills (e.g., Python, Matlab, FORTRAN, C, C++)
- Advanced English (written and spoken) is a must
- Ability to work independently
- Will learn new techniques and approaches
Terms of employment:
- Start of employment as soon as possible, depending on the availability of the applicant
- Full-time job with flexible hours, extended vacations, work from home, and a wide range of other benefits
- 1- 3-year contract with possible extension
Application procedure:
- Please send your CV and motivation letter, including the publication record to the email address below: Monika Svobodová, Email: monika [dot] svobodova [at] fzu [dot] cz.
- For further information please contact Héctor Vázquez: vazquez [at] fzu [dot] cz - Head of Working Group
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