A postdoc position is available to develop tools for characterizing the chemical configuration of tunnels and voids inside disordered materials, such as metal-organic framework glasses for gas storage and glassy solid electrolytes for batteries. For these materials it is important to tailor the scale and geometry of free volume, but most existing methods do not provide sufficient geometric information to distinguish pore shapes such as tunnels and voids.

In this project, the prospective postdoc will combine tools from materials chemistry and applied mathematics to address this challenge and develop such tools. Using topological data analysis, the aim is to derive descriptors of porosity and diffusion paths with information about both chemistry and topology in the studied disordered materials.

The position is part of the project“Deciphering Nanoporosity of Amorphous Materials using Topological Data Analysis” funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. The prospective postdoc will become part of this project and collaborate with Associate Professors Lisbeth Fajstrup and Christophe Biscio, both from the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Aalborg University, in addition to international collaboration partners. The project will therefore involve aspects from e.g. materials chemistry, applied mathematics, computer science, and condensed matter physics. For example, this includes the application of persistent homology tools to characterize tunnels and voids in metal-organic framework glasses and glassy solid electrolytes.

Competences of the ideal applicant: 

• Hold a PhD degree in Materials Science, Computational Chemistry, or similar
• Experience with at least two of the following topics: disordered materials(glasses), molecular dynamics simulations, machine learning applied to materials, and topological data analysis
• Solid publication record within two or more of these topics
• Ability and interest in working an interdisciplinary research environment
• An integrative and cooperative personality with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English– written and oral

We are a dynamic workplace with high professionalism and efficiency, a good working environment and with a focus on work-life balance. We strive for a culture with collaboration that promotes openness and curiosity towards new initiatives and ideas and with a constructive approach to problem solving. As an employee at the department, you will be part of an international research environment, with a focus on innovation, knowledge sharing and excellency as well as interdisciplinary collaborations.

You may obtain further information about the project from Assistant Professor Kasper Tolborg by e-mail:kato@bio.aau.dk

Qualification requirements: 

Appointment as Postdoc presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. Appointment as a Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at Aalborg University.

The application must contain the following:

• A motivated text wherein the reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position are stated.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Copies of relevant diplomas(Master of Science and PhD). On request you could be asked for an official English translation.
• Scientific qualifications. A complete list of publications must be attached with an indication of the works the applicant wishes to be considered. You may attach up to 5 publications.
• Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations and the like.
• Additional qualifications in relation to the position. References/recommendations.
• Personal data.

The applications are only to be submitted online by using the"Apply online" button below.

Shortlisting will be applied. After the review of any objections regarding the assessment committee, the head of department, with assistance from the chair of the assessment committee, selects the candidates to be assessed. All applicants will be informed as to whether they will advance to assessment or not.

AAU wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background or belief.

For further information concerning the application procedure please contact HR by mail est-ef-hr@adm.aau.dk. Information regarding guidelines, ministerial circular in force and procedures can be seenhere. 

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Ref number

2024-224-06057

Deadline

03.10.2024