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Postdoctoral Research Scientist position in Computional Mineral Physics
Description
The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist position in Computational Mineral Physics. The position is part of the National Science Foundation (NSF) funded project “Machine Learning Serpentines”.
The successful candidate will be an experienced computational materials physicist or scientist with advanced skills in scientific computing and materials simulations. Expertise in materials theory, first-principles modeling, and high-performance computing is essential. Experience with free energy and elasticity calculations is highly desirable but not required.
A primary goal of this project is to develop a database of thermdynamic and thermoelastic properties of serpentine phases for use in geophysical modeling, particularly for interpreting seismic tomography models of subduction zones. The project involves regular collaboration with seismologists and offers an opportunity to work across disciplinary boundaries.
Qualifications
Candidates should have recently completed or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in Computational Mineral/Materials Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related field. Possess a strong record of research in computational methods applied to materials and mineral physics. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
The position is initially funded for one year, with possible extensions of up to two and a half years, contingent on performance and funding availability.
The position will be posted for at least 30 days after the ad appears and will remain open until the position is filled.
Columbia University benefits accompany this Officer of Research appointment.
Application Instructions
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Open Rank - Postdoctoral or Associate Research Scientist
Description
The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University located in Palisades, New York, invites applications for a Postdoctoral or Associate Research Scientist position in computational mineral physics. The position is associated with the project entitled Modeling Earth from Atomic to Global Scale (MINERALS) funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. Successful candidates should be experienced computational materials physicists/scientists with advanced skills in scientific computing.
A primary goal of this project is to develop a mineral properties database for geophysical modeling, particulary for the interpretation of seismic tomography models and their geodynamics investigation. Research activities will involve regular communication and collaboration with seismologists and geodynamicists on related aspects of the overall project and with a group of international contributors for database development.
Qualifications
The successful candidate should have extensive experience with ab initio and machine learning methods for materials simulations. Experience with one or more of the following topics is most valuable: a) solid solution modeling, b) studies of strongly correlated oxides, c) calculations of thermodynamic and thermoelastic properties with phonons and/or molecular dynamics, d) advanced programming skills. The ability to think and work across disciplinary boundaries is a plus.
The positon is initially funded for one year, with possible extensions of up to three and a half years. The search will remain open for at least 30 days after the ad appears and will continue until the position is filled.
Candidates for the rank of Postdoctoral Research Scientist should have recently completed or be nearing completion of a PhD in computational materials/mineral physics or materials science. Additional experience as a postdoctoral research scientist can be advantageous. Salary is $71,050-$71,050.
Candidates for the rank of Associate Research Scientist must have PhD in computational materials/mineral physics or materials science and at least (2) years of relevant post-PhD experience. Salary range: $80,000-$90,000.
Columbia University benefits accompany this Officer of Research appointment.
The Lamont campus values diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from members of underrepresented minority groups.
Application Instructions
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Open Rank - Postdoctoral or Associate Research Scientist
Columbia University in the City of New York: Earth Institute: Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO)
Description
The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University located in Palisades, New York, invites applications for a Postdoctoral or Associate Research Scientist position in seismology. The position is associated with the project entitled Modeling Earth from Atomic to Global Scale (MINERALS) funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team of senior and junior scientists to interpret seismic tomographic models of the elastic structure of the heterogeneous deep mantle in terms of temperature, mineralogy, and composition and to use these models to help constrain dynamic comparison of different tomographic models, assessment of model uncertainties and resolution, and evaluation of model fidelity using forward wave-propagation modeling and comparison with reference datasets. A primary goal of the project in the quantitative conversion of seismically constrained elastic models of three-dimensional structures into models of mineral composition and state. Research activities also involve regular communication and collaboration with geodynamicists and mineral physicists pursuing focused research on related aspects of the overall project.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.