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Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Fellow (Level A/B) in Molecular Modelling of Catalytic Processes
School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Reference No. 121236
The University of Sydney’s Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies is ranked and benchmarked with the world’s best, demonstrating research, teaching and learning outcomes of an international standard.
The Faculty’s School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering has an exciting research position for a postdoctoral chemist, physicist or chemical engineer to join a project that aims to develop a detailed mechanistic understanding of catalytic oxidation processes, with a view to improving reactor design through advanced kinetic modelling.
This project has attracted the support of the Australian Research Council and an industry partner seeking improved economic and environmental performance from major chemical production facilities. The overall project combines experimental and computational research to develop validated chemical kinetic models that can predict reactor performance under industrial operating conditions.
The successful candidate will use quantum chemistry methods to model the structure, reactivity, reaction pathways, and kinetic rates on heterogeneous catalytic surfaces. In addition, the appointee will be responsible for model development and validation, working in conjunction with experimentalists.
The project leader is Professor Brian Haynes, who has outstanding computational and experimental research facilities for the conduct of the work and a world-leading position in the development of novel systems for high-temperature chemical processing.
All applicants will need to demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a willingness and ability to work in and contribute to a team project involving experimentalists and engineers. To succeed at Level A, the appointee will hold a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics with advanced skills in molecular modelling, such as ab initio and periodic plane wave DFT. Those who wish to be appointed at Level B will need at least three years’ postdoctoral research experience with demonstrated ability to conduct independent, leading-edge research in the area.
Experience with CHEMKIN or related chemical kinetic modelling approaches is highly desirable, as is experience with Gaussian, VASP, Dacapo or other relevant software and a background using computer systems experience relevant to operating and maintaining a Linux cluster environment. An enthusiasm for bringing fundamental understanding to bear on innovative, practical approaches to energy and environmental problems will also be looked upon favourably.
The position is full-time fixed term for two years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. There is the possibility of further offers of employment for one year, subject to funding and need. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.
Remuneration package: $58,354 – $79,190 p.a. (which includes a base salary Level A $49,310 – $66,917 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).
Remuneration package: $83,363 – $98,993 p.a. (which includes a base salary Level B $70,443 – $83,651 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).
Level of appointment and responsibility will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For more information or to apply online, please visit http://positions.usyd.edu.au and search by reference number 121236. For specific enquiries please contact Professor Brian Haynes on (02) 9351 3435 or by email: haynes@chem.eng.usyd.edu.au General enquiries can be directed to Fabrice Noël on (02) 9036 7295.
Closing Date: 26 February 2008
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