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Liping Yu

2 months ago

Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational and Theoretical Materials Science at the University of Central Florida University of Central Florida in United States

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Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Postdoctoral scholar position with an expected salary of $57,000. The post is full time and fixed term; no tuition information is mentioned.

Deadline

Jan 22, 2027

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United States

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University of Central Florida

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Chemistry
Materials Science
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Materials
Density Functional Theory
Silicon Technology
Energy Materials
First-principles Calculation
Physics
Computational Materials Science
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About this position

A postdoctoral scholar position is available in computational and theoretical materials science at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, United States.

The position is in the Materials Theory, Informatics, and Design Group led by Professor Liping Yu in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Research topics include first-principles design and discovery of advanced materials for quantum and energy applications, prediction of materials synthesizability, defect physics in semiconductors, and development of AI methods for materials science.

Applicants should have a strong background in computational materials science, condensed matter physics, or a related field. Experience with first-principles calculations and/or machine learning for materials research is highly desirable. The posting also highlights preferred experience in DFT-based calculations, solid state physics, thermodynamics and kinetics, Python coding, and machine learning.

Minimum qualification: a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or materials science. The Ph.D. must be completed before the appointment begins.

This is a full-time, fixed-term research position with an expected salary of $57,000. The posting states that UCF expects employees to reside in Florida when employment begins unless otherwise stated.

Deadline: closing at 2027-01-22 (12:00am EST).

How to apply: submit an application through the UCF jobs portal on the posting page. For position-specific questions, contact Professor Liping Yu at [email protected].

Funding details

Postdoctoral scholar position with an expected salary of $57,000. The post is full time and fixed term; no tuition information is mentioned.

What's required

Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or materials science is required, and the Ph.D. must be conferred before employment begins. Applicants should have a strong background in computational materials science, condensed matter physics, or a related field. Experience with first-principles calculations and/or machine learning for materials research is highly desirable. Preferred qualifications include at least five years of experience in DFT-based first-principles calculations, strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, solid state physics, thermodynamics and kinetics, Python coding, and machine learning skills.

How to apply

Apply through the UCF jobs portal using the job posting page. Prepare the required application materials in the online application system and submit before the closing date. For questions about the position, contact Professor Liping Yu by email.

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Density Functional Theory