PhD Monitor
/Detail
Materials Science and Chemistry● OpenPostdocPreview

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Materials

Join a multidisciplinary research program to design next-generation materials for electromagnetic shielding.

Best for:Best for computational materials scientists and chemists with expertise in atomistic modeling and inorganic systems.

University of Liverpool · Liverpool, United Kingdom · R2 · Recognised researcher
More professors at University of Liverpool
Computational Materials DiscoveryElectromagnetic ShieldingMagnetic MXenesMagnetic HexaferritesInorganic Materials Design
This is a postdoc position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Oct 14, 2026
Expired
Funding
Salaried
£39.9k–£46.0k/yr
Start date
flexible
Fixed-term
Location
Liverpool
United Kingdom

Overview

The University of Liverpool seeks a postdoctoral researcher to contribute to an ambitious program focusing on computational materials discovery for electromagnetic shielding applications. Working within the Department of Chemistry and alongside industrial partners, the appointee will engage in the computational design and prediction of novel inorganic structures such as magnetic MXenes and hexaferrites. The role offers a collaborative environment bridging chemistry, physics, and computer science. The successful candidate is expected to conduct advanced simulations, collaborate effectively across disciplines, and advance state-of-the-art materials performance.

postdoccomputational chemistrymaterials sciencedensity functional theoryelectromagnetic shieldinginorganic materials

What you'll do

  • Perform computational design and prediction of novel inorganic materials for electromagnetic shielding.
  • Investigate magnetic MXenes, large-unit-cell magnetic hexaferrites, and related material systems.
  • Collaborate closely with industrial partners and interdisciplinary researchers across chemistry, physics, and computer science.
  • Contribute to project reporting, technical discussions, and dissemination of research findings.
  • Engage effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and career stages.

Requirements

Degree required: PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or awaiting award)

Language: English

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Demonstrated experience in computational materials discovery or atomistic simulation
  • Strong background in inorganic materials or solid-state chemistry/physics
  • Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment
Nice to have
Expertise in magnetic MXenes or large-unit-cell magnetic hexaferritesExperience working on industry-collaborative research projectsTrack record of engaging with researchers across diverse scientific domains

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
£39.9k–£46.0k/yr
Duration
1 year fixed term
Programme
University of Liverpool / Industrial Partner
University of Liverpool / Industrial Partner

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-10-14

Applicants should visit the University of Liverpool recruitment portal to complete the online application form and submit all requested documentation before the deadline.

Documents required
  • CV
↗Apply on site

Contact

Lab
Materials Discovery Group
University of Liverpool
United Kingdom
See the full position

Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.

No card · 10 free AI match scores
Ready to apply?
Open this position on its website, or save it for later.