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Computational Materials Scientist

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site +1

$90K - $140K/yr

Overview We look for computational materials scientists excited about bridging the gap between ... science to help us develop a software framework for designing and discovering new advanced ...

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What is the difference between Remote Computational Material Science vs Remote Materials Data Analyst?

AspectRemote Computational Material ScienceRemote Materials Data Analyst
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in materials science, physics, or chemistry; programming skillsBachelor's or master's in materials science, data analysis, or related fields; proficiency in data tools
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, universities, or corporate R&D teams; focus on simulations and modelingData-focused roles in corporate or research settings; emphasis on data interpretation and visualization
Industry UsageResearch institutions, tech companies, manufacturingManufacturing, tech firms, consulting
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Remote Computational Material Science involves using simulations and modeling to understand material properties, requiring advanced technical skills. In contrast, Remote Materials Data Analysts focus on analyzing and visualizing data related to materials, often with less emphasis on modeling. Both roles are vital in materials research and industry, but they differ in technical focus and daily tasks.

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Computational Materials Scientist - PhD

Mercor

San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$84/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Atomistic & Surface Modeling Experts (Computational Materials & Catalysis)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $84/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Contribute domain expertise in first-principles and molecular simulation to build high-quality training and evaluation data.
  • Review and evaluate AI-generated scientific reasoning to improve technical accuracy.
  • Design and solve expert-level problems in atomistic and surface modeling.
  • Rate and rank model outputs against scientific criteria with clear reasoning.
  • Structure technical knowledge into well-organized, model-ready data.
  • Deliver reliable, high-quality work within defined timelines.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • Hands-on experience with atomistic modeling using first-principles or molecular methods (DFT, ab initio molecular dynamics, classical MD, or Monte Carlo).
  • Experience modeling surfaces, interfaces, and adsorption or reaction phenomena.
  • Proficiency with standard tooling (e.g., VASP, Quantum ESPRESSO, CP2K, GPAW, LAMMPS, ASE, pymatgen).
  • PhD in materials science, chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, or a related field.
  • Clear written English and the ability to explain technical reasoning concisely.

Preferred

  • Experience modeling semiconductor-relevant materials or a background in computational (heterogeneous) catalysis.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Upload resume
  • AI interview based on your resume
  • Submit form

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.