Francisca J. Benítez

Postdoctoral Researcher | AMRSC | @LatinXChem Fan

San Sebastián, Basque Country, Spain

About

I am a computational chemist working at the interface of theoretical chemistry and experimentally driven research problems. My work focuses on reaction mechanisms, electronically active molecular systems, and non-covalent interactions, using simulations and theoretical modeling to interpret and complement experimental observations. My research experience spans reactive oxygen species chemistry, conceptual/theoretical chemistry, and soft hybrid biomaterials, alongside collaborations in computational tool development and scientific communication. I am particularly interested in interdisciplinary environments where molecular simulations can contribute to mechanistic understanding and experimental interpretation.

Experience

  • Postdoctoral Researcher at Donostia International Physics Center (DIPC)
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

  • Ingénieur de recherche at Sorbonne Université
    Mar 2025 - Jul 2025 · 5 mos

    Ingénieur de recherche at Laboratoire de Chimie Théorique (LCT).

  • Teaching Assistant at Facultad de Química y de Farmacia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    Mar 2020 - Dec 2024 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    Mentored and lectured third-year Chemistry students on Physical Chemistry III (2020-I; 2022-I; 2023-II). I also developed and graded several evaluation instruments. Mentored and lectured first-year graduate students of Chemistry on Advanced Physical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry module (2023-II). Mentored and lectured second-year Primary Teaching students on General Chemistry (2022-II). I also developed and graded several evaluation instruments. Exam grader for second-year Biology and Science Teaching students in Physical Chemistry (2021-II; 2022-II).

  • Lecturer at Universidad Católica de la Santísima Concepción
    Mar 2015 - Jul 2018 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Lecturer of General Chemistry for the Faculty of Medicine.

  • Laboratory Instructor at Universidad de Concepción
    Mar 2016 - Jul 2017 · 1 yr 5 mos

    I taught them laboratory thermodynamics for environmental, metallurgical, and mining engineering undergraduates. I also developed and graded several evaluation instruments.