Duke University, Department of Chemistry

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Position Description
The Yang lab at Duke University has an opportunity for a qualified Associate in Research candidate interested in the field of computational chemistry. The candidate will conduct research on a project that has an emphasis in theory development and applications in theoretical chemistry with a particular focus in the development of density functional theory. The researcher will develop the localized orbital scaling corrections for the elimination of the delocalization error and carry out calculations for interfacial chemical problems. This hourly associate in research will assist graduate level and postdoctoral level researchers in accomplishing research goals related to theoretical chemistry. This work requires a BS in Chemistry. This is a short-term position, available through August 31, 2025. Interested applicants should describe their areas of interest and submit a CV, including a list of publications, and the contact information for three references.Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
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Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
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