We are seeking motivated and independent postdoc and Ph.D. students to work on molecular simulations of polymers and biomolecules at Louisiana State University (LSU). 
The projects include investigating conformations, physical/thermodynamic properties of polymers, peptides, proteins, and RNAs, building data-driven approaches 
to predict structures and properties of the soft materials,and free energy calculations of small drug molecules in different environments.  

 
Position 1: Postdoctoral Researcher  

Qualifications:  
Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, or closely related fields. Substantial research experience in computational chemistry.  
Strong computer skills: Linux, Python, etc. 
Experience with a variety of techniques: LAMMPS, NAMD, GROMACS, AMBER, DFT, ORCA, etc. 
Good publication record.  
Starting date: The position is open beginning as early as August 15, 2022.  
The position is initially a one-year appointment, but funding is available for a second year. 


Position 2: Ph.D. students  

Prospective students are expected to have or will receive Bachelors/Masters degree in Chemical engineering, 
Chemistry, Materials Science and Engineering and other relevant fields. 
Strong background in mathematics, coding/computation, thermodynamics, chemical physics, or materials design is preferred, 
but not required. GRE and TOEFL scores might be required for graduate applications. 
Please see more https://www.lsu.edu/graduateschool/admissions/applicationchecklist.php  

About the group: https://sites.google.com/vt.edu/yaxin-an/home, http://yaxin-an.com

Please send emails to Dr. An: yxan2016ATgmail.com