Computational Physicist
About us:
Quantemol is a leader in the plasma chemistry market for advanced software tools and consultancy services. Founded in 2004, we have established a global reputation for delivering cutting-edge simulation software, comprehensive databases, and tailored consultancy services that empower researchers and industries to understand and optimise plasma processes.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled FORTRAN programmer with a strong background in plasma modelling to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the development of a new complex simulation code.
Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain and optimise FORTRAN-based plasma codes
Perform code validation and verification
Work within a small team to ensure code modules successfully interface
Document code development
Analyse simulation outputs and provide insights
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in low-temperature plasma physics and computational modelling
Construct plasma chemistry sets and perform plasma simulations
Participate in customer meetings and presenting at international conferences
Perform code validation and verification
Work within a small team to ensure code modules successfully interface
Document code development
Analyse simulation outputs and provide insights
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in low-temperature plasma physics and computational modelling
Construct plasma chemistry sets and perform plasma simulations
Participate in customer meetings and presenting at international conferences
Requirements:
In-depth Knowledge of gas collision physics. Experience developing particle collisions with cross-section data and Monte Carlo Particle Simulation.
Strong proficiency in FORTRAN programming (Modern FORTRAN preferred)
Extensive experience in plasma physics and modelling (low-temperature plasma physics a plus)
Experience in a Linux environment
Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively
Strong communication skills
PhD in plasma physics or closely related field
Strong proficiency in FORTRAN programming (Modern FORTRAN preferred)
Extensive experience in plasma physics and modelling (low-temperature plasma physics a plus)
Experience in a Linux environment
Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively
Strong communication skills
PhD in plasma physics or closely related field
Desirable:
Experience using Git (BitBucket, GitHub)
Knowledge of parallelisation (OpenMP, MPI)
Knowledge and experience with code refactoring and qualification
Experience in writing kinetic plasma models (Boltzmann solver, Monte Carlo simulations, PIC) codes from scratch
Experience in writing kinetic plasma models from scratch
Experience working with meshes and unstructured meshes
Knowledge of low-pressure plasma physics, e.g. Semiconductor Plasma Processing (Etch, ALD, PECVD, etc.)
In-depth knowledge of rarefied gas flows
Knowledge of plasma chemistry design
Knowledge of parallelisation (OpenMP, MPI)
Knowledge and experience with code refactoring and qualification
Experience in writing kinetic plasma models (Boltzmann solver, Monte Carlo simulations, PIC) codes from scratch
Experience in writing kinetic plasma models from scratch
Experience working with meshes and unstructured meshes
Knowledge of low-pressure plasma physics, e.g. Semiconductor Plasma Processing (Etch, ALD, PECVD, etc.)
In-depth knowledge of rarefied gas flows
Knowledge of plasma chemistry design
What We Offer
Competitive salary
UK Visa sponsorship if necessary
Opportunities for professional development
Stimulating work environment with a focus on research and innovation
The ability to make a large impact and help shape a small company
UK Visa sponsorship if necessary
Opportunities for professional development
Stimulating work environment with a focus on research and innovation
The ability to make a large impact and help shape a small company
Quantemol is a scientific software and consultancy company with an international customer base and a small, friendly team of experts based in the UK. We provide plasma modelling solutions to the semiconductor industry and others. Our products are complicated, but the results of your work have a real impact. We facilitate innovation that can change the world. Join us on this journey!
