Research Associate - Chemical and Biological Engineering

Tufts University • Medford, MA

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About The Position

The Chemical and Biological Engineering department advances cutting-edge research across key areas including energy, catalysis, metabolic and cell engineering, nanomaterials, biomaterials, and environmental systems while fostering strong interdisciplinary collaboration across the university. Committed to innovation and societal impact, the department prepares graduates to solve complex global challenges, pursue lifelong learning, and emerge as leaders in chemical and biological engineering.

Requirements

• 3 years in postdoc position and PhD or equivalent degree
• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
• Three or more years of postdoctoral experience
• Strong background in first-principles density functional theory calculations, particularly simulations of light-matter interactions and solid-liquid interfaces
• Demonstrated publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with time-dependent DFT calculations
• Experience with AI/ML particularly machine learning interatomic potentials
• Python programming
• Experience training and supervising students

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific research as a professionally responsible member of the research team.
• Carries out independent research and may lead a portion of the project.
• Is responsible for problem exploration and definition, planning of the approach and sequence of steps, execution of experiments or studies, interpretation of findings, and documentation of results and may lead others in this effort.
• Keeps current with developments in the scientific field.
• Publish results and author papers in collaboration with the senior investigator.
• May present findings at meetings.
• Participates in other laboratory responsibilities such as supervision and/or training of research technicians, undergraduate and graduate student researchers, and postdoctoral fellows; development of grant proposals; etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree