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Date: Wed Aug  5 11:52:30 2026<br />
Subject: <STRONG>26.08.05 Postdoc, Quantum Tunneling Theory and Computation, UMass Amherst</STRONG><br />

<pre>Job Summary

The Auerbach Group is seeking a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Fellow
to join our research group in the Department of Chemistry. The successful
candidate will conduct cutting-edge research on the fundamentals and 
applications of quantum tunneling effects in chemical reactions occurring 
in complex systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity to 
contribute to advancing our understanding of quantum mechanical processes 
in chemistry, surface science, and their practical applications. The
successful applicant will have significant freedom to choose application 
areas of interest to them.

Essential Functions
-- Creating fundamental representations of quantum tunneling in chemical 
   reactions.
-- Developing and refining theoretical models (e.g., semiclassical)
   and computational methods (e.g., grid based approaches).
-- Integrating quantum mechanical insights with experimental data.
-- Designing studies of tunneling in materials science, catalysis, 
   and other relevant fields of interest to the postdoc.
-- Drafting manuscripts for publication.

Other Functions
-- Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, 
   equality and inclusiveness.
-- Work in partnership with colleagues within the College of Natural 
   Sciences (CNS) community and across the campus to support CNS 
   strategic priorities.
-- Mentor other group members: The successful candidate will have 
   ample opportunities to mentor undergraduate and graduate students 
   in the Auerbach group, adding research mentoring as a developed 
   skill in their portfolio to aid them in applying for future 
   professional positions.

Minimum Qualifications
-- PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related 
   field.
-- Strong fundamental background in theoretical chemistry or physics.
-- Experience with computational chemistry methods and/or quantum 
   mechanics calculations.
-- Experience with programming languages relevant to computational 
   chemistry.
-- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and publish results.
-- Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Preferred Qualifications
-- Prior experience with quantum tunneling calculations.
-- Familiarity with classical and/or quantum molecular dynamics 
   simulations.
-- Background in modeling complex systems or multi-scale modeling.
-- Prior experience with mentoring research coworkers such as 
   undergraduate or younger graduate students.

Working Conditions
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment 
and involves minimal physical exertion.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, with the possibility of required work 
during other windows of time such as conferences, as needed to fulfill 
the goals of the position. This position has the opportunity for a hybrid 
work schedule, which is defined by the University as an arrangement where 
an employees work is regularly performed at a location other than the 
campus workspace for a portion of the week.

Salary Information
Salary minimum is determined by collective bargaining agreement based on 
years of experience. Salary may exceed the floor and will be determined 
by the PI (final salary will be stated in offer letter).
Current floors based on 100% time, 40 hours/week:
-- 0-2 years $62,838
-- 3-4 years $66,287
-- 5+ years $71,033</pre>
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Along with the application, please submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover 
letter describing interests and qualifications, three (3) letters of 
reference, and two to three (2-3) representative publications.</pre>
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