Quantitative STEM Analyst: Modeling & Problem Solving

Obsidian; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsidian is seeking candidates with strong backgrounds in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology to support analytical, modeling, and problem-solving tasks. Open to students, graduates, and professionals comfortable with quantitative reasoning and scientific concepts.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree (or are pursuing one) with 1+ year of relevant experience and demonstrated problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a STEM field (or currently pursuing one).
• 1+ year of relevant experience (academic, research, internships, or industry).
• Demonstrated strength in problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical and modeling tasks.
• Apply quantitative reasoning to interdisciplinary problems.
• Communicate solutions clearly.

Skills

Physics

Chemistry

Mathematics

Biology

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Communication

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Obsidian is seeking candidates with strong backgrounds in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or biology to support analytical, modeling, and problem-solving tasks. Open to students, graduates, and professionals comfortable with quantitative reasoning and scientific concepts.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM degree (or are pursuing one) with 1+ year of relevant experience and demonstrated problem-solving abilities.