University of Central Florida

Post Doctoral Scholar

Orlando, FL (Main Campus)

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About the role

Applicants should have a strong background in computational materials science, condensed matter physics, or a related field, with experience in first-principles calculations and/or machine learning for materials research being highly desirable.
For additional information about this position, please contact Professor Liping Yu at liping.yu@ucf.edu.

A postdoctoral position is available in computational and theoretical materials science in the Materials Theory, Informatics, and Design Group, led by Professor Liping Yu in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Central Florida.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue cutting-edge research in several emerging areas, including first-principles design and discovery of advance materials for quantum and energy applications, prediction of materials synthesizability, defect physics in semiconductors, and the development of advanced AI methods for materials science.
You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference.

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Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening.

At least five years (including PhD thesis research) of experience in DFT-based first-principles calculations.
Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Solid state physics
thermodynamics and kinetics
Additional Application Materials Required:
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The Ph.D. must be conferred before the commencement of employment in the Postdoctoral Scholar position at the University of Central Florida.
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Are Benefits Important to You?
State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida.
The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment.
If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.
OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U

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