Remote Materials Modeling Specialist (Part-Time, 15h/wk)

YO AI Labs

Atlanta (GA)

Remote

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Part time

9 days ago

Application generator

A complete application in a minute — tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking a Materials Science Expert for a contractor role focused on computational materials science, simulations, and Python-driven automation. The candidate will build simulation inputs, validate results, and review AI-generated solutions, ensuring reproducible, reference-grade outcomes.

Requires strong background in materials science and computing, with experience in similar simulations and tools.

Qualifications

MS/PhD in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field; or Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with strong materials specialization.
Experience in computational materials modeling, simulation, characterization, or materials R&D.
Strong Python and programmatic engineering-tool experience.
Ability to explain modeling assumptions, validate results, and distinguish computational errors from physical behavior.

Responsibilities

Solve and validate computational materials science problems.
Build material structures, compositions, and simulation inputs.
Run and analyze atomistic, electronic, molecular-dynamics, continuum, or electrochemical simulations.
Use Python to automate simulations, parameter sweeps, and data analysis.
Analyze mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and structural properties.
Diagnose convergence, numerical, modeling, and physical-assumption issues.
Compare results with experiments, literature, and expected physical trends.
Review AI-generated solutions and develop reliable reference solutions.