PhD position in the framework of the ERC-Starting Grant at the ICIQ

The project deals with the simulation of new catalytic materials to transform biomass-derived molecules into useful building blocks for a sustainable Chemical Industry.
 
We are looking for a highly motivated, hard-working student with a finished master in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry (Physical or Theoretical/Computational) or Chemical Engineering.
 
Requirements:
Experience in: 1) computational chemistry, 2) working with Unix computing environments, and 3) using high-performance supercomputing facilities is required.
Good level of English is a must (Cambridge FCE, IELTS 6-6.5, CEF B2, TOEFL 87-109 or equivalent)
The successful candidate has to be able to join the group ASAP (non EU applicants, please bear in mind how long a visa may take before applying). The evaluation of candidates will start IMMEDIATELY.
 
Details:
The position is for three years or until completion of the PhD thesis at the URV university (http://www.urv.cat).

Approximate gross salary: starting 13.200€ / year with an annual increase. Contract and Social Security from day one. Free Spanish/ Catalan / English classes at ICIQ.

Application deadline: February 28th 2014

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