Researcher in Electronic structure calculations for surface reactions - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Division of Synchrotron Radiation Physics (www.sljus.lu.se) is a part of the Department of Physics and has more than 50 employees. The focus of the research is experimental studies of electronic, structural and chemical properties of materials, accelerators for Synchrotron radiation and instruments and methods for Synchrotron radiation. At the Division we use and develop a wide range of Synchrotron- and lab-based techniques, such as X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy/imaging and X-ray diffraction/imaging. We also host one of Sweden's largest facilities for scanning probe microscopy. We are additionally engaged in the development of the MAX IV Laboratory in the fields of beamlines, experimental stations, techniques for Synchrotron radiation and the accelerator systems.

Subject description
Computational surface science and heterogeneous catalysis

Work duties
The researcher will make electron structure calculations for CO2 activation and hydrogenation on metal and oxide surfaces. The calculations shall involve reaction pathways and spectroscopic signatures for reaction intermediates. Based on results from electron structure calculations, microkinetic models will be developed for different types of surface reactions. The tasks require independent development work, mainly in Python. The tasks include the production of scientific reports, as well as the presentation of scientific results at conferences and workshops.

Qualification requirements
Applicants must have:

• A PhD or equivalent research qualification within the subject of the position.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Extensive experience of working with electron structure calculations for reactions on metal and oxide surfaces.
• Microkinetic modeling

Assessment criteria and other qualifications
Previous experience of reactions related to CO2 hydrogenation is an advantage.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment
The employment is full-time and covers 6 months. Starting date is 1st of March, 2021.

Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV, including a list of publications
• a general description of past research
• contact information of at least two references,

copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.