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Research Fellow (3 years) in "Un-particle superconductivity in low-dimensional materials"
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow for the duration of three years, to undertake theoretical research on microscopic mechanisms of superconductivity in low-dimensional materials through advanced first principle calculations.

The research will carried out as part of the EPSRC funded project “Un-particle superconductivity in low-dimensional materials” which is a collaboration between the team at Queen’s University Belfast lead by Dr Myrta Gruening and experimental groups from the University of Bristol, working on high magnetic field transport measurements in novel high-temperature superconductors.

This is truly an exciting opportunity, where the successful candidate will be part of a world class innovative and mission-led team, with responsibilities in independent research, planning and collaboration.

This post is available on a fixed term contract for 36 months.

The successful candidate must have, and you should clearly demonstrate this in your CV/Cover letter:

Normally have or be about to obtain a relevant PhD in Physics, Chemistry or closely related discipline.
At least 3 years relevant research experience to include:
- A proven track record of using Density Functional Theory for electronic structure calculations.
- Undertaking research in the area of Condensed Matter Physics.
- Publication record commensurate with stage of career.
Please note, the above are not an exhaustive list*.

Closing date : 5 November 2021 - Apply Online

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Informal queries should be directed to Dr Myrta Grüning via e-mail: m.gruening@qub.ac.uk
Fully funded PhD studentship in "Modelling the irradiation of biological molecules in the presence of solvents and metal nanoparticles"
Applications are invited for a four-year PhD position in the School of Mathematics and Physics at Queen’s University Belfast (QUB). The students will work as part of a research project that aims to model irradiation of biological molecules in the presence of solvents and metal nanoparticles (MNPs). Such irradiation processes occur over a wide range of time and length scales and so a range of theoretical and computational approaches are required that bridge these different regimes. The team involved in this work have developed a range of techniques to do this and the goal of this project is to join these methods together into a unified approach. Specifically, the PhD student will model the coupling of a quantum system to different complex environments such as solvents and MNPs by using an embedding scheme based on the projected equation of motion (PEOM) formalism. With this approach, the student will then study photon irradiation of nucleobases and radiosensitiser molecules in the presence of solvents and MNPs. Supervisors: Lorenzo Stella, Myrta Grüning, Daniel Dundas

The Application Process: Applicants must demonstrate a first or upper second-class honours degree or an equivalent academic qualification, preferably in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or Mathematics. An ability to program in either Fortran, C, or Python is desirable but not a prerequisite. All applications must be submitted before the deadline through the QUB online application portal: https://dap.qub.ac.uk/portal/user/u_login.php.
For further information and queries, please email Dr Lorenzo Stella (l.stella@qub.ac.uk).

The Environment: The ASC works in one of the most dynamical areas in the physical sciences – the theory and simulation of molecules, liquids, solids and materials at the level of the constituent electrons and nuclei. Students in our group emerge with forefront knowledge in the theoretical and computational methods involved. This project will harness a range of ASC themes, resulting in a qualification that is difficult to obtain otherwise, yet in high demand at the academia/industry interface.
Funding notes: A fully-funded (fees and maintenance) studentship is available. Eligible candidates must be either UK or Republic of Ireland residents. EU citizens that satisfy a requirement of being ordinarily resident in the UK for the three years prior to the start of the studentship are also eligible. Further details of the eligibility criteria can be found here: http://go.qub.ac.uk/pgrfees. Potential candidates are strongly recommended verifying their eligibility before applying.

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