Modeling Intern - Doctorate

We are seeking a highly motivated modeling intern to support our growing computational modeling group. This role will contribute to advancing our research, developing innovative solutions, and driving high-quality technical outcomes aligned with organizational goals.
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•    Develop kinetic Monte Carlo models of gas phase deposition on surfaces and run simulations to understand the effect of precursor molecule size, shape, and functionality on the surface properties.
•    Model and/or analyze gas-phase and surface chemical reaction kinetics based on ab initio simulation approaches. 
•    Set up computational workflows on HPC clusters.
•    Document results in written and slide format.  Present results to team members and customers.
•    Provide process guidance to HRL customers.

•    Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.
•    Programming experience, especially with Python.
•    Experience running simulations on a Linux high-performance computing cluster. 
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills.
•    Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
•    Excellent communication and documentation skills.
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•    Experience with kinetic Monte Carlo or related models of surface growth, interfacial reactions, absorption, or other growth processes with chemically reactive species.
•    Experience or familiarity with ab initio modeling approaches such as DFT and NEB and codes like Quantum ESPRESSO and VASP from which activation energy/reaction rate information can be obtained as input to kinetic models.
•    Prior experience in a computational laboratory and track record of high impact publications.
•    Ability to develop parallelized computing workflows.
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•    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (IT)
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•    Must been enrolled in an educational program following the end of your intern assignment 

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