Computational Materials Scientist: Atomic Layer Reactivity

Schrödinger; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 105,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (with dental and vision)

401k

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Flexible work schedule

Parental leave

Paid vacation time

Job summary

Schrödinger seeks a Computational Materials Scientist in Atomic Layer Processing and Chemical Reactivity to join our Materials Science Modeling Services team and help advance human health through advanced computational methods.

You will perform simulations with Schrödinger tools, analyze thousands of runs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver atomic-scale solutions for semiconductor and related industries.

Qualifications

• PhD in computational materials science or related fields.
• Evidence of deep level of expertise running periodic DFT code.
• Experience modeling surface reactivity (gas-surface interactions, ALD/CVD).
• Experience computing chemical kinetics and reaction networks; MD with MLIPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulations-focused research projects using Schrödinger tools.
• Analyze thousands of simulations and extract actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver atomic-scale solutions for industry.
• Present results in internal and external meetings; contribute to publications.

Skills

DFT expertise

Surface chemistry modeling

Atomic layer processing

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in computational materials science or related

Tools

Schrödinger tools

HPC/Linux

Job description

Schrödinger seeks a Computational Materials Scientist in Atomic Layer Processing and Chemical Reactivity to join our Materials Science Modeling Services team and help advance human health through advanced computational methods.

You will perform simulations with Schrödinger tools, analyze thousands of runs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver atomic-scale solutions for semiconductor and related industries.