Job Description
Post-Doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry Job no: 538089
Work type: Post Doc Associate
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Physical/Mathematical Sciences
Department: 16120100 - LS-CHEMISTRY-GENERAL
Classification Title:
Post-Doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry
Classification Minimum Requirements:
PhD in Chemistry or Physics
Job Description:
A Post-doctoral Associate in Computational Chemistry position is available for Chemical Research to work in a project on the development of new ab initio electronic structure methods led by Dr. Ramon Alain Miranda Quintana in the Department of Chemistry. We have a position available in our group to work on using the FANCI framework to develop new ab initio electronic structure methods.
Must have PhD in Chemistry or Physics. This position will be initially awarded for one year, and, contingent upon strong performance and conduct and availability of funds, may be renewed for up to one year.
UF is the state's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
Expected Salary:
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package. To see more, visit, benefits.hr.ufl.edu.
Required Qualifications:
PhD in Chemistry or Physics
Preferred:
Strong Python skills
Strong computational chemistry and quantum chemistry background
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.
A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae. After initial review, letters of recommendation could be requested from the references for selected applicants.
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 06 Dec 2025 Eastern Standard Time
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