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Position Summary:
We invite applications for a postdoctoral position in theoretical chemistry in the Chemistry Department at Virginia Tech. The focus of the position is on developing new correlated wavefunction methods for modeling transition metal and lanthanide complexes, with applications in quantum information systems. Duties will include:
- Prepare regular written progress reports.
- Submit manuscripts based on work to peer reviewed journals and present results at national conferences.
- Work with faculty supervisor and graduate students.
- Take the initiative in finding solutions to scientific problems that arise on a day-to-day research.
- Pursue research goals with routine consultation, but limited supervision.
- Supervise/train undergraduate and/or graduate students in laboratory procedures.
- Assist in project design, execution, and interpretation of research projects to gain practical experience in the field.
- Prepare professional presentations, professional reports, and publications.
- Engage in collaborative work with peers to achieve research objectives.

Required Qualifications:
- Recent doctoral degree in Chemistry, Physics or appropriate related field, completed by the time of appointment.
- significant programing experience with emphasis on coding in electronic structure packages.
- demonstrated ability to use computational chemistry to study novel systems.
- Strong work habits and the ability to work independently as well as with a research group.
- Strong interpersonal and scientific communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of quantum information
- Knowledge of theoretical condensed matter and/or semiconductor physics
- Ability to work under limited supervision
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel in the organization.



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