Computational Chemistry Research Specialist

3 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Computational Chemistry Research Specialist to join our team at the University of Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual with a strong background in Python programming and computational chemistry.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, with experience working in an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with industrial partners. They will be responsible for developing reactivity descriptors based on 2D and 3D structures of organic substrates and reagents, using High Performance Computing, Python programming, DFT calculations, and AI/Machine Learning algorithms.

As part of this project, you will work closely with collaborators at the University of Southampton and Imperial College London, as well as industrial partners, to deliver the project objectives. You will also employ your skills in data mining and curation, experimental data collection, and validation to contribute to the development of green solvents.

This role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits including 42 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and access to on-site childcare and shopping discounts.



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