Research Fellow in Theoretical Quantum Chemistry

**Role**type**:Part-Time (0.9FTE); Fixed-Termfor one year
**Faculty**:Faculty of Science
**Department/School**:School of Chemistry
**Salary**:Level A: $85,555 - $116,094 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super
- Develop automated workflows & c ollaborate with industry partner
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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**Your next career opportunity**
Join the Theoretical and Computational Quantum Chemistry Group at the University of Melbourne as a Research Fellow. You'll play a pivotal role in an industry-funded project aimed at establishing a workflow for high-throughput generation of accurate ab initio reference benchmarks. This exciting opportunity will allow you to contribute to innovative research, collaborate with an industry partner, and publish your findings in academic journals. You'll work under the supervision of Associate Professor Lars Goerigk, a leader in the field, and gain invaluable experience in a supportive and dynamic research environment.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Develop Automated Workflows: Utili s e Python scripting (or equivalent) to automate job preparation, submission, analysis, and visuali s ation for high-throughput quantum chemistry calculations.
- Conduct Accurate Calculations: Perform accurate wavefunction calculations on high-performance computer clusters to generate ab initio reference benchmarks.
- Supervise Students: Participate in the supervision and mentoring of research students within the Goerigk research group.
- Contribute to Research: Conduct internationally competitive research in theoretical quantum chemistry, resulting in publications in highly reputable journals.

**You may be a great fit if**:
**You may also**:

- Possess a PhD (or near completion) in Theoretical Quantum Chemistry or a related discipline.
- Demonstrate an aptitude for research with a sound publication record commensurate with experience.
- Possess excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English.
- Exhibit strong organi s ational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and complete projects.
- Have expertise in machine learning and/or programming (highly desirable).

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**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

**Your new team -**School of Chemistry**

The School of Chemistry is one of Australia’s largest and oldest, with a proud legacy dating back to 1856. Today, it supports over 2,500 undergraduate students and 150+ Honours, MSc, and PhD researchers, led by a team of over 50 academic and research staff.

With a strong international reputation, the school excels in both fundamental and interdisciplinary research—from materials chemistry to protein science. It is a key member of the world-class Bio21 Institute and home to the Melbourne Centre for Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, with access to cutting-edge labs and high-performance computing facilities.

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