Postdoctoral Associate
About The Position
The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a Post Doctoral Associate to work with Professor Phillip M. Rauscher. New York University (NYU) is one of the top private universities in the United States, and the Tandon School of Engineering, located in Brooklyn, NY, is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Tandon fosters student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship that make a difference in the world. The research group where the position resides is recognized for outstanding work in chemical physics, statistical thermodynamics, and machine learning.
Requirements
- PhD in chemistry, engineering, physics or a related field.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
- Demonstrated background in machine learning, physical chemistry, and thermodynamics as exemplified by a strong publication record.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in agentic AI research is desired.
Responsibilities
- Lead research projects to develop AI models for predicting and designing complex molecular formulations.
- Acquire or generate thermophysical property data either from literature mining, high throughput experiment, or molecular simulations.
- Write, maintain, and disseminate software and/or AI models developed during the project.
- Report findings and results in peer reviewed journals and conferences.
- Mentor and assist graduate and undergraduate students within the research group.
- Contribute to the development of research proposals and collaborative projects, including federal and industry-sponsored funding opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
