PhD and postdoc positions in Theoretical Chemistry / Computational Material Science / Condensed Matter Physics at Rudjer Boskovic Institute in Zagreb, Croatia

At the Rudjer Boskovic Institute in Zagreb, Croatia, we have available one PhD and one postdoc position in the field of Theoretical Chemistry / Computational Material Science / Condensed Matter Physics, to work on the excited state processes and nonadiabatic dynamics in molecular aggregates, hybrid modeling of excited states in novel molecular materials, optical properties and exciton dynamics.

PhD candidate should possess a Master’s degree in the field of Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related, have basic skills in programming and computer simulations and possibly some experience in computational simulations of molecular systems. PhD contract will be max 5 years long.

Postdoc candidate should possess a PhD in the field of Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or related and is expected to have experience in the usage of numerical methods for molecular modeling (e.g. density functional theory, molecular dynamics, etc.). Preference will be given to applicants with experience in modeling of electronic excited states and molecular materials. Only candidates who enrolled their PhD max. 10 years ago can apply. Postdoc contract will last till 24th June 2025.

The monthly salary after taxes is approx 1100€ for a PhD, and 1300€ for a postdoc. On top of that a health insurance (including dental coverage) is provided, as well as local transportation fees being covered. Researchers younger than 30 (25) are eligible for partial (full) tax return. Good quality of life can be maintained as Croatia offers a relatively low cost of living.

PhD candidates are expected to send their CV with a brief motivation letter while postdoc candidates should send their CV with a publication list. A procedure for the recognition of the foreign degree will be necessary for the selected candidates. For this or any other information please contact: Antonio Prlj (Antonio.Prlj@irb.hr).