Computational Polymer Scientist: MD, GPU & Viscoelastic Modeling

AeroVironment, Inc.; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Computational Polymer Scientist to perform theoretical and computational research on covalent adaptable polymer networks for critical DoW applications.

The role blends chemistry, physics, and computer science, collaborating with experimentalists and academic partners to translate molecular design into macroscopic material predictions. Responsibilities include modeling network dynamics with MD simulations, developing Python software for rheology

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required for ITAR/EAR restricted work.
• PhD-level research track record with publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research on the dynamics, viscoelasticity, and rheology of dynamic covalent networks.
• Develop Python-based software and algorithms for GPU-accelerated rheology predictions.
• Perform MD simulations and apply polymer physics frameworks to model network behavior.
• Collaborate with experimental chemists and scientists to translate molecular design into macroscopic predictions.
• Present findings, draft reports, and contribute to peer-reviewed publications.

Skills

Python programming

MD simulations

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Scientific publishing

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science

Tools

LAMMPS

GROMACS

HOOMD-blue

CUDA

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Computational Polymer Scientist to perform theoretical and computational research on covalent adaptable polymer networks for critical DoW applications.

The role blends chemistry, physics, and computer science, collaborating with experimentalists and academic partners to translate molecular design into macroscopic material predictions. Responsibilities include modeling network dynamics with MD simulations, developing Python software for rheology