Postdoctoral Researcher in Ab Initio Calculations and Chemical Kinetic Modelling at the Combustion Chemistry Centre, University of Galway, Ireland

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time, fixed-term position as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Ab Initio Calculations and Chemical Kinetic Modelling at the Combustion Chemistry Centre, University of Galway, Ireland.

This position is funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and is available immediately for an initial period of one year, with the possibility of extension for up to four years. The successful candidate will contribute to an SFI-funded research project on the combustion of ammonia and ammonia-blended fuels. Responsibilities will include performing ab initio calculations on key reactions relevant to combustion chemistry and developing detailed chemical kinetic mechanisms to describe fuel oxidation.
Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher salary scale, €45,846 per annum.

Start date: The position is available immediately.
Contact: chongwen.zhou@universityofgalway.ie