Computational Materials and Chemistry, Postdoctoral Research Fellow

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Job Title Computational Materials and Chemistry, Postdoctoral Research Fellow Department: Chemistry: University Expectation: MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students. Salary: The salary is commensurate with education and experience. Job Summary/Basic Function: The Department of Chemistry at Middle Tennessee State University invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research fellow position in computational materials and chemistry This is a one-year temporary appointment with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. The start date is as early as August 1, 2026. Dr. Zhen Jiang’s research focuses on computational chemistry and materials theory, with particular interests in reaction mechanisms, ion/electron transport in catalytic and energy materials, and data-driven materials design. The group combines first-principles calculations (DFT), multiscale modeling, high-throughput computation, and machine learning to study and rationally design novel catalytic and energy materials. The group’s long-term research directions includ...