Subject: 06.11.02 Ph.D. Student, Simulation of nanoscale materials, University of Akron, Ohio, USA
2-3 Ph.D. student positions are available in the nanoscale materials modeling group in the Department of Polymer Engineering, University of Akron, Ohio.
Our computational research is aimed at
- controlling self-assembly at biological-inorganic interfaces, including adsorption of peptides on metals and biominerals and development of accurate energy models for biominerals
- understanding electron conduction in conjugated polymers and at interfaces/crystall ites, including models for the simulation of pi-conjugated polymers and charge transport to improve efficiency in photovoltaics, flexible displays
- structure-property relationships in nanocomposites (clay/nanotube- surfactant- polymer), with emphasis on exfoliation, impact of shear flow, conductivity,
light-responsive additives (e.g. zobenzene-containin g units)
State-of-the art computing equipment and software (Materials Studio, Cerius2) is available, and established experimental and theoretical collaborations play an integral role. The research will lead to a PhD degree within our polymer engineering program (ranked #2 in the US).
The successful candidate should have a degree in chemistry, chemical/biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, bioinformatics/ biophycics, and a strong
interest in (bio)molecular and/or coarse-grain simulation (atomistic, coarse-grain) . Experience with the Linux operating system and at least one programming language (F77/90,C,C+ + etc) is beneficial. Prior exposure to molecular simulation program packages (quantum-mechanical , atomistic, coarse-grain) is not required, but would be an additional plus.
The position is for 4 years with the possibility of an extension for a fifth year (salary $17k-$20k p.a. + low cost of living in the area).
Please send your CV and a short cover letter describing your research interests and goals including the names and addresses of two references to Hendrik Heinz, Assistant Professor, Department of Polymer Engineering, University of Akron: e-mail:
hendrik.heinz~!~uakron. edu,phone: +1-330-972-7467,
web:http://www.poly- eng.uakron. edu/Heinz. htm
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