Q: What is the employment duration and flexibility for this role?

Fixed-term up to 12 months , full-time basis, available ASAP. Part-time, hybrid, flexible working considered. Funded by UKRI Frontier Research grant in Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory . Check remote higher ed jobs for similar flexible options.

Q: Is there visa sponsorship or diversity encouragement for this postdoc?

Visa sponsorship not specified. University of Oxford and Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders; applications welcome from women and black/ethnic minority candidates , under-represented in Oxford chemistry research. View faculty jobs or research assistant roles for more.

Q: What skills help stand out for machine learning chemistry postdocs?

Beyond essentials, atomistic modelling of amorphous materials or open-source scientific software contributions are advantages. Strong interdisciplinary collaboration , independent work in research environments. Read how to thrive as postdoc .

Question 1

What qualifications are required for this Postdoctoral Research Associate in Machine Learning for Chemistry?

Accepted Answer

You need a PhD in Chemistry or closely related discipline (or near completion). Essential experience includes computational chemistry , machine learning for materials, developing/validating atomistic ML models (e.g., interatomic potentials or NMR parameters ), HPC environments , and a strong publication record . Advantages: amorphous materials modelling, open-source software. See similar postdoc opportunities or postdoc success tips .

Question 2

What does the role involve in machine learning for chemistry research?

Accepted Answer

Develop and validate machine-learning models from first-principles data to predict NMR parameters for amorphous materials . Apply to complex structures in computational materials chemistry . Includes methodological work (datasets, models, open-source software), collaborations, and supporting junior researchers. Explore research jobs or group site: deringer.chem.ox.ac.uk .

Question 3

How and when to apply for this University of Oxford postdoc position?

Accepted Answer

Apply online with CV and <5-page supporting statement (itemised list addressing selection criteria). Provide two referees. No certificates/papers initially. Closing: 13 April 2026, 12:00 midday UK time ; interviews soon after. Use our free resume template and cover letter template for academic CVs.

Question 4

What is the employment duration and flexibility for this role?

Accepted Answer

Fixed-term up to 12 months , full-time basis, available ASAP. Part-time, hybrid, flexible working considered. Funded by UKRI Frontier Research grant in Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory . Check remote higher ed jobs for similar flexible options.

Question 5

Is there visa sponsorship or diversity encouragement for this postdoc?

Accepted Answer

Visa sponsorship not specified. University of Oxford and Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders; applications welcome from women and black/ethnic minority candidates , under-represented in Oxford chemistry research. View faculty jobs or research assistant roles for more.

Question 6

What skills help stand out for machine learning chemistry postdocs?

Accepted Answer

Beyond essentials, atomistic modelling of amorphous materials or open-source scientific software contributions are advantages. Strong interdisciplinary collaboration , independent work in research environments. Read how to thrive as postdoc .

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Machine Learning for Chemistry

University of Oxford

Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory, South Parks Road, OX1 3QR

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