Jiayu Peng
2 months ago
This position has expired. You can find similar positions from the section below or browse our positions listing pages.
Postdoctoral Associate in Agentic AI and Computational Catalysis at University at Buffalo University at Buffalo in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Postdoctoral Associate position; full-time, in person. The post mentions support for the DOE Genesis Mission project and access to Empire AI computing, but does not specify stipend or salary.
Country
United States
University
University at Buffalo
Suggested positions
Keywords
About this position
University at Buffalo is hiring a Postdoctoral Associate in Agentic AI × Computational Catalysis within the Peng Research Group.
The position sits at the intersection of scientific AI, first-principles atomistic simulations, computational catalysis, and data-driven materials discovery, with primary support for the DOE Genesis Mission project. The postdoc will also benefit from access to world-class AI computing through Empire AI and collaboration with a multi-institutional DOE team.
This opportunity is based in Buffalo, NY and is full-time, in person. The preferred start date is September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Applicants should hold a PhD in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, computational science, or a closely related field. The post specifically seeks experience with DFT or related first-principles simulations, AI/ML for scientific or engineering problems, Python, Linux/HPC environments, and automated, reproducible computational workflows. Backgrounds in GNNs, machine-learning interatomic potentials, active learning/Bayesian optimization, agentic AI, and computational catalysis are especially welcome.
To apply, email [email protected] with your CV, at least two references, and a cover letter describing your research experience, interest in the role, and earliest available start date.
Funding details
Postdoctoral Associate position; full-time, in person. The post mentions support for the DOE Genesis Mission project and access to Empire AI computing, but does not specify stipend or salary.
What's required
Applicants must have a PhD in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, computational science, or a closely related field. Required experience includes DFT or related first-principles atomistic simulations, applying AI/machine learning to scientific or engineering problems, Python programming, Linux/HPC environments, and automated, reproducible computational research workflows. Strong backgrounds in GNNs, machine-learning interatomic potentials, active learning/Bayesian optimization, agentic AI, and computational catalysis are especially welcome.
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.
Professors
Assistant Professor
United States
Research Interests
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science
Materials Science
Chemical Engineering
Machine Learning
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.