François Dion

Physical Chemist – Expert in Molecular Modeling and Simulation

Welcome to my professional website. I am François Dion, a physical chemist specializing in molecular modeling and simulation of physical phenomena under intense laser fields. With several years of experience in applied research and the development of scientific software, I have worked in high-tech environments, notably in defense and advanced research.

About Me

With a strong scientific background, I earned a Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry from Université Laval, where I developed code to study the quantum dynamics of molecules in intense laser fields. My career is distinguished by an interdisciplinary approach that combines theoretical chemistry, numerical simulation, and software development. Passionate about solving complex problems, I apply my expertise to innovative projects ranging from fundamental research to industrial and defense applications.

Education

  • Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry (2018) – Université Laval
    “Dynamics of Polyatomic and Polyelectronic Systems in Intense Laser Fields”
    Developed codes and analyzed the quantum dynamics of molecules.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry (2002) – Université Laval
  • Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (1999) – Cégep de Lévis-Lauzon

Professional Experience

  • Simulation Chemist – Numérica Technologies Inc. (Since January 2017)
    Optimized optical calculations through code parallelization, automated spectral data acquisition, and analyzed hyperspectral signatures.
  • Modeling and Simulation Intern – RDDC – Valcartier (2016-2018)
    Predicted infrared signatures using specialized quantum chemistry software and developed tools for spectral data visualization.
  • Research and Teaching Assistant – Université Laval (2012-2015)
    Designed molecular dynamics simulation software, managed laboratory IT resources, and supervised graduate students.

Additional experiences gained through internships in physical and analytical chemistry have further enriched my technical expertise and my ability to innovate in challenging environments.

Technical Skills

  • Operating Systems: Proficient in Windows and Linux; experienced in administering GNU/Linux supercomputers.
  • Programming Languages: Fortran, Python, MATLAB, Maple, and Bash scripting.
  • Scientific Software: Experienced with Gaussian, Material Studio, Gaussview, Gamess, Quantum Espresso, and open-source tools such as LaTeX and Gnuplot.
  • Development and Optimization: Expertise in designing and parallelizing code for advanced simulations and automating data acquisition processes.

Publications and Presentations

My research and industrial projects have resulted in several publications and scientific presentations, including contributions to international journals and conference presentations. Examples include:

  • Contributions to articles on optical signatures and laser-induced ionization.
  • Participation in collaborative projects for predicting infrared signatures and automating Raman analysis systems.

For a complete list of my publications and presentations, click here.

Contact

I welcome collaboration proposals and research projects.
Email: meitnerium109@gmail.com

Feel free to browse the site to learn more about my background, achievements, and scientific contributions.