Helmholtz Institute Jena
Just Landed
2 days ago
Postdoc in Theoretical Chemistry of Polymers for Energy Applications Helmholtz Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena in Germany
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Aug 27, 2026
Country
Germany
University
Helmholtz Institute Jena

How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.
Apply for this position
Keywords
Suggested positions
About this position
HIPOLE Jena is advertising a Postdoc (m/f/d) in theoretical chemistry for polymers in energy applications at its site in Jena, Germany. The position focuses on the modelling of polymeric materials for energy technologies, especially battery materials and sustainable energy storage/conversion systems.
The successful candidate will work on screening procedures for battery materials, investigate degradation mechanisms, develop design concepts, and calculate selected polymer structures. The methods listed include density functional theory (DFT), semi-empirical methods, wave function-based methods, molecular dynamics simulations, and machine learning approaches. The role also involves documentation, analysis, publication of results, close collaboration with experimental groups, and supervision of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students.
Eligibility highlights: a completed degree in chemistry or materials science plus a PhD in theoretical chemistry/quantum chemistry or materials modelling; strong expertise in computational chemistry and materials modelling; desirable experience in battery/energy materials, machine learning, Linux, HPC, and molecular dynamics; excellent English communication and presentation skills.
Funding and contract: fixed-term employment for 36 months, with salary according to the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD-Bund).
Application deadline: 27 August 2026. Applications must be submitted via the online application management system; email or postal applications are not accepted.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
More information can be found here
Ask ApplyKite AI

How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.