There is an open 21 month postdoc position at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University.
We are seeking candidates with strong interest and expertise in algorithm method development in relation to a new project on developing tensor based algorithms for usage in chemistry using a combined computer science and theoretical chemistry perspective.
The project will involve working in a focused team including Prof. Ove Christiansen (Theoretical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University, homepage ) and Assoc. Prof. Kasper Green Larsen (Algorithms, Data Structures and Foundations of Machine Learning, Department of Computer Science, Aarhus University), and two post docs.
This is the job add for one of these postdoc positions. This team is embedded in the bigger Christiansen and Larsen groups at the chemistry and computer science departments at Aarhus University.
The ideal candidate has a PhD degree in theoretical Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, or related disciplines. Important background includes strong analytical abilities and expert programming skills. Collaborative skills are necessary as well as a high level of independence. Other key-words of notice are quantum chemistry, quantum dynamics, tensors, second quantization, correlation, iterative algorithms. Previous experience with C++ programming will be considered an advantage.
The project team will develop, test, and apply methods for tensor decomposition. A key focus point is the CANDECOMP/PARAFAC (CP) decomposition. We will develop new and more efficient and accurate CP based algorithms that can have a large impact in theoretical chemical computations. One target is supporting efficient computation of energies, spectra, and wave functions for nuclear motion. Read more here and here. Another focus point is the exploration of novel alternative tensor formats, their generalizations, and efficient algorithms. Finally, tensor decomposition as a tool for analysing experimental data will be considered.
Applications must include CV, full publication list, references and a description of qualifications. Qualified applicants are encouraged to email Ove Christiansen (ove@chem.au.dk) and Kasper Green Larsen (larsen@cs.au.dk) including this information in case of any questions.
Aarhus is Denmark’s second largest city, and forms the center of the western parts of the country on the Jutland peninsula. Recently, Aarhus has attracted international attention as a travel destination due to its unique combination of a thriving food-scene, high-quality museums, a surrounding beautiful nature, a very lively city due to the “young population”, many cultural events including music festivals etc. See e.g. the recent recommendation by CNN here. Aarhus is easily reached through local international airports in Jutland within 1 hour of Aarhus, or through either Copenhagen or Hamburg Airports, both situated about a 3-hour train-journey from Aarhus.
Aarhus University is consistently ranked as a top-100 university in the World and it houses both an engineering and a medical school, as well as the traditional sciences, social sciences, environmental and agricultural sciences and arts.
The Department of Chemistry at Aarhus University (www.chem.au.dk) is one of the leading European chemistry departments with a broad research programs. It has a permanent staff of ~30 full and associate professors, a support staff of ~30 people, ~150 PhD students and postdocs and around 400 students.
Starting date:
The starting date is 01.04.2022 or after mutual agreement.
Place of work:
The place of work is Dept. of Chemistry, Langelandsgade 140, 8000 Aarhus C.
Application Deadline:
15 December 2021.
We are seeking candidates with strong interest and expertise in algorithm method development in relation to a new project on developing tensor based algorithms for usage in chemistry using a combined computer science and theoretical chemistry perspective.
The project will involve working in a focused team including Prof. Ove Christiansen (Theoretical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University, homepage ) and Assoc. Prof. Kasper Green Larsen (Algorithms, Data Structures and Foundations of Machine Learning, Department of Computer Science, Aarhus University), and two post docs.
This is the job add for one of these postdoc positions. This team is embedded in the bigger Christiansen and Larsen groups at the chemistry and computer science departments at Aarhus University.
The ideal candidate has a PhD degree in theoretical Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, or related disciplines. Important background includes strong analytical abilities and expert programming skills. Collaborative skills are necessary as well as a high level of independence. Other key-words of notice are quantum chemistry, quantum dynamics, tensors, second quantization, correlation, iterative algorithms. Previous experience with C++ programming will be considered an advantage.
The project team will develop, test, and apply methods for tensor decomposition. A key focus point is the CANDECOMP/PARAFAC (CP) decomposition. We will develop new and more efficient and accurate CP based algorithms that can have a large impact in theoretical chemical computations. One target is supporting efficient computation of energies, spectra, and wave functions for nuclear motion. Read more here and here. Another focus point is the exploration of novel alternative tensor formats, their generalizations, and efficient algorithms. Finally, tensor decomposition as a tool for analysing experimental data will be considered.
Applications must include CV, full publication list, references and a description of qualifications. Qualified applicants are encouraged to email Ove Christiansen (ove@chem.au.dk) and Kasper Green Larsen (larsen@cs.au.dk) including this information in case of any questions.
Work and life in Aarhus.
All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background. It is a priority that the successful candidate has a personality supporting positive team work. Working in Denmark offers opportunities for a good work-life balance. English is widely spoken, though Danish is the main language of campus. English is the working language.Aarhus is Denmark’s second largest city, and forms the center of the western parts of the country on the Jutland peninsula. Recently, Aarhus has attracted international attention as a travel destination due to its unique combination of a thriving food-scene, high-quality museums, a surrounding beautiful nature, a very lively city due to the “young population”, many cultural events including music festivals etc. See e.g. the recent recommendation by CNN here. Aarhus is easily reached through local international airports in Jutland within 1 hour of Aarhus, or through either Copenhagen or Hamburg Airports, both situated about a 3-hour train-journey from Aarhus.
Aarhus University is consistently ranked as a top-100 university in the World and it houses both an engineering and a medical school, as well as the traditional sciences, social sciences, environmental and agricultural sciences and arts.
The Department of Chemistry at Aarhus University (www.chem.au.dk) is one of the leading European chemistry departments with a broad research programs. It has a permanent staff of ~30 full and associate professors, a support staff of ~30 people, ~150 PhD students and postdocs and around 400 students.
Application procedure
Shortlisting is used.
This means that after the deadline for applications – and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the appointment committee if necessary, – the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants.
Letter of reference
If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline. Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration.
Formalities and salary range
Natural Sciences refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). Guidelines for applicants can be found here.
Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.
Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Confederation of Professional Associations.
Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.
Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity.
Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Read more here. Please find more information about entering and working in Denmark here.
Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here.
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Deadline15 Dec
Expected start1 Apr
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