Postdoctoral Researcher - Mesoscale modeling

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Multiple positions available with KBR - NASA Ames Research Center with the Computational Materials Group.

Job description

Research positions (junior and senior level) in computational materials, chemical engineering and computational biology are available at the KBR-NASA Ames Research Center. Applications range from metal alloys, molecular simulations, battery materials (electrolytes/electrodes), and biophysics/protein simulations. Computational tools utilized include a combination of ab initio methods, molecular dynamics simulations, machine learning, high throughput methods, mesoscale methods, thermodynamic models, process modeling etc.

Research in the Computational Materials Group is directed towards multiscale modeling (ab initio, atomistic, mesoscale, continuum, data science) of next generation materials and biological systems. We have multi- disciplinary teams (chemists, physicists, material scientists, chemical engineers) working on computational problems.

Required Education/Skills:

• Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, such as Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Computational Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Applied Mathematics
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in one or more of these techniques, ab initio methods, molecular dynamics simulations, machine learning, high throughput methods, mesoscale methods, thermodynamic models, process modeling etc.
• 3 years of scientific programming experience

Other Desired Experience but not required:

• 3 years’ experience with standard software packages such as GROMACS, LAMMPS, VASP, etc. is desirable but not required.

This position is Remote, but Hybrid is Preferred.

Only applicants currently residing in the US will be considered.

Basic Compensation:

$87,800 - $92,300

This range is for the California area only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.