Neutron-Science Computational Modeller & Innovator

European Spallation Source ERIC; Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 + 5 annual leave days

Attractive pension scheme

Preventive healthcare benefits

Relocation support for international

International collaborative workspace

Job summary

European Spallation Source ERIC is looking for Research Scientists in Computational Modelling for Neutron Science to advance modelling approaches for neutron experiments. You will develop new methods, collaborate with ESS scientists, software developers, and international partners to shape next‑generation scientific workflows across the instrument suite.

The role blends scientific research with computational development in a highly international environment, with opportunities to engage in user

Qualifications

• Experience in computational modelling applied to neutron science or related fields.
• Strong foundations in modelling workflows and numerical methods.
• Ability to collaborate across international teams and with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced computational workflows supporting neutron scattering experiments.
• Integrate modelling and analysis methods into the ESS scientific software ecosystem with colleagues.
• Develop and maintain an internationally recognised research programme aligned with the DMSC strategy.
• Participate in selected user experiments and scientific projects at ESS.
• Build collaborations with universities, research institutes, and ESS partners.

Skills

Computational modelling

Density functional theory

Molecular dynamics

Monte Carlo simulations

Machine learning

Python

C++

Tools

Python

Fortran

C++

Matlab

Job description

European Spallation Source ERIC is looking for Research Scientists in Computational Modelling for Neutron Science to advance modelling approaches for neutron experiments. You will develop new methods, collaborate with ESS scientists, software developers, and international partners to shape next‑generation scientific workflows across the instrument suite.

The role blends scientific research with computational development in a highly international environment, with opportunities to engage in user