The Department of Physics & Astronomy in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences with the West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate.

About the Opportunity

This position will perform research in computational condensed matter physics. The skillset requires a Ph.D. in Physics or materials science. Advanced knowledge of computational approaches that go beyond the conventional density functional theory is required for performing research on the topic of computational quantum materials science.

At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:

• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• 403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
• A range of health insurance and other benefits
• Dependent Education Scholarship
• WVU Perks

What You'll Do

• Responsibilities are functional in nature and performed under general supervision. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:
• Perform computational research on condensed matter physics.
• Analyze results and publish them in peer-reviewed journals.
• Present the results in national and international conferences and workshops.

• A Ph.D. in the physical sciences (Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science) is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in doctoral research work.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with first-principles density functional theory (DFT) is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to perform first-principles density functional theory (DFT) is essential.
• Experience with programming (such as Python) is expected.

The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.

The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.