Computational Physicist — High-Impact Modeling + Equity

MixMode

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Significant equity
High-impact scientific problems
Culture of rigor and intellectual ownership

Job summary

MixMode is seeking a computational physicist in San Francisco, CA, who will develop innovative physics-based algorithms for molecular and materials simulation. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a related field and possess strong programming skills in C++ and Python, as well as a deep understanding of quantum and statistical mechanics. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on fundamental scientific problems and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative technical environment.

Qualifications

  • PhD in chemical physics or a closely related field is required.
  • Deep understanding of quantum and statistical mechanics.
  • Proven experience in developing mathematical or computational models.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deploy new physics-based models and algorithms.
  • Engage in analytical and mathematical work.
  • Write high-performance C++ and Python code.
  • Own projects end-to-end, from concept to deployment.
  • Collaborate within a cross-disciplinary team.

Skills

C++
Python
Analytical reasoning
Scientific programming

Education

PhD in chemical physics, applied physics, high-energy physics, mathematics or a related field

Tools

OpenMP
MPI
CUDA
Triton

Job description

MixMode is seeking a computational physicist in San Francisco, CA, who will develop innovative physics-based algorithms for molecular and materials simulation. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a related field and possess strong programming skills in C++ and Python, as well as a deep understanding of quantum and statistical mechanics. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on fundamental scientific problems and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative technical environment.
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