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JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Computational Chemist to join our ... voluntary life insurance, 401K matching, and uncapped vacation to our team. We are in a brand-new ...

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Utilize computational chemistry and mass spectrometry toolkits to model chemical properties ... Hybrid Work Environment with remote and onsite work flexibility based on program requirements ...

This remote contract opportunity is designed for experienced chemistry professionals who are ... Research or industry experience involving computational, quantitative, or applied chemistry ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Computational Biology Experts to contribute their advanced scientific ... Develop and review problem sets, case studies, or scenarios based on real-world medicinal chemistry ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Computational Biology Experts to contribute their advanced scientific ... Develop and review problem sets, case studies, or scenarios based on real-world medicinal chemistry ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Computational Biology Experts to contribute their advanced scientific ... Develop and review problem sets, case studies, or scenarios based on real-world medicinal chemistry ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer remote computational chemistry in the United States is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Remote Computational Chemistry vs Volunteer Remote Chemical Data Analyst?

AspectVolunteer Remote Computational ChemistryVolunteer Remote Chemical Data Analyst
Required CredentialsBackground in chemistry, computational modeling, or related fields; often includes degrees or certifications in chemistry or computational sciencesBackground in chemistry, data analysis, or related fields; may include certifications in data analysis or chemistry
Work EnvironmentRemote, collaborative research projects, often with scientific institutions or nonprofitsRemote data processing and analysis tasks, typically with research teams or organizations
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, universities, nonprofits focusing on chemical researchResearch organizations, nonprofits, or companies analyzing chemical data

Volunteer Remote Computational Chemistry involves using computational methods to model and analyze chemical systems, requiring a chemistry or computational background. Volunteer Remote Chemical Data Analyst focuses on analyzing chemical data sets remotely, often with a data analysis or chemistry background. Both roles are remote, collaborative, and serve scientific or research purposes, but they differ in their core tasks and skill emphasis.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Remote Computational Chemistry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,292 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Computational Chemistry Expert - PhD

Mercor

San Francisco, CA • Remote

$70 - $100/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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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: Computational Chemistry & Electronic Structure Expert
Type: Contract
Compensation: $70–$100/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 15–20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Design challenging computational problems in Computational Chemistry & Electronic Structure using PySCF for quantum chemistry calculations.
  • Develop problems requiring strategic planning for AI to uncover hidden information through simulations and experiments.
  • Test and refine problems against state-of-the-art AI models to achieve target difficulty.
  • Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure problems align with real scientific workflows.
  • Work independently to create problems that challenge AI reasoning beyond surface-level pattern matching.

Qualifications

Must-Have

  • Graduate-level training in a relevant STEM field (MS, PhD, or equivalent research experience).
  • Proven proficiency with scientific software libraries through research publications or professional work.
  • Strong Python skills for writing problem setups and solution validators.
  • Ability to work independently and refine designs based on feedback.
  • Comfortable in a Linux/terminal environment with remote compute sandboxes.

Preferred

  • Experience across multiple domains or tools.
  • Familiarity with benchmark or evaluation design.
  • Background in scientific teaching or exam/problem-set design.
  • Experience with computational reproducibility and containerized environments.

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.