Scientific Project Assistant – Predoctoral

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. Participate in the FWF ASTRA Merit project “Coupled-Cluster Methods for Strongly Correlated Materials” .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeVienna • AustriaMid-LevelSenior💰 €3,776 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing coupled-cluster and many-body methods for strongly correlated materials, with a strong foundation in quantum mechanics and quantum chemistry. Proficient in C++ programming and capable of applying advanced methods to realistic systems and magnetic materials.

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C++ ProgrammingCoupled-Cluster MethodsQuantum MechanicsQuantum ChemistryStrongly Correlated Systems

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Hard Skills

Coupled-Cluster MethodsMany-Body MethodsC++ ProgrammingQuantum MechanicsQuantum Chemistry

Soft Skills

Good Written EnglishGood Spoken EnglishMathematical Reasoning

Certifications & Qualifications

MSc Degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Related Field

Industry Keywords

Strongly Correlated MaterialsMagnetismMagnetic MaterialsCatalystsResearch Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the FWF ASTRA Merit project “Coupled-Cluster Methods for Strongly Correlated Materials”
Develop coupled-cluster and many-body methods
Work on strongly correlated systems and magnetism
Apply methods to realistic systems, magnetic materials, and catalysts
Use industry-level C++ programming
Attend conferences and present research
Collaborate with Dr. Pavel Pokhilko’s research team and Prof. Leticia González’s group

Requirements

What you’ll need

MSc degree (or equivalent) in chemistry, physics, or a related field, obtained before the start of employment
Good written and spoken English
Knowledge of quantum mechanics and quantum chemistry
Experience in programming
Enjoyment of mathematical reasoning and difficult conceptual problems
Scientific curriculum vitae/letter of intent
Two reference contacts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours
Partial remote work
International academic team in a healthy and fair working environment
Workplace easily accessible by public transport
Internal further training and coaching
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