STEM Expert – Chemistry & Computational Chemistry – Remote

RemoteJobsOne; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

RemoteJobsOne is seeking a STEM Expert – Chemistry & Computational Chemistry (PhD) to join a fully remote worldwide team. You’ll apply your chemistry expertise to train AI systems, shaping how models learn and reason through real-world data.

The role requires a PhD in chemistry or related field, strong Python skills, and experience with quantum chemistry tools. Excellent communication in English is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry, computational chemistry, chemical biology, materials science, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on research lab experience or extensive simulation-heavy research.
• Proficiency in Python and industry-standard tools in the subfield.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and critique chemistry and computational chemistry problems for AI benchmarking.
• Provide expert insights on reaction mechanisms, synthesis planning, spectroscopy, and molecular simulations.
• Assess and optimize experimental protocols, simulation parameters, and software configurations.
• Analyze chemical, spectroscopic, and simulation data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Leverage domain knowledge to guide the development and validation of chemistry-related AI models.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Document findings, methodologies, and best practices for knowledge transfer.

Skills

Chemistry expertise

Python

English proficiency

Scientific reasoning

Communication skills

Education

PhD in chemistry or related field

Tools

Gaussian

ORCA

Psi4

GROMACS

LAMMPS

RDKit

Job description

STEM Expert – Chemistry & Computational Chemistry (PhD) – Remote (Worldwide)

• Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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This is a fully remote position, open to candidates based in 55 countries, including United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, India, France, Netherlands, Singapore.

Pay: $45–$90/hr

Role Title: STEM Expert – Chemistry & Computational Chemistry (PhD)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote (Worldwide)

Job Summary: In this role, you’ll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, evaluate, and critique chemistry and computational chemistry problems, workflows, and reasoning chains to support AI benchmarking initiatives.
• Provide expert-level insights on reaction mechanisms, synthesis planning, spectroscopy analysis, molecular simulations, and electronic structure methods.
• Assess and optimize experimental protocols, simulation parameters, and software configurations for accuracy and reproducibility.
• Analyze chemical, spectroscopic, and simulation data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Leverage domain knowledge to guide the development and validation of chemistry-related AI models and tools.
• Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly, both in writing and verbally, to technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Document findings, methodologies, and best practices to ensure knowledge transfer across the customer’s team.

Areas of Expertise (we welcome applicants from any of the following):

• Organic synthesis & reaction mechanisms
• Inorganic & organometallic chemistry
• Physical & theoretical chemistry
• Analytical chemistry & spectroscopy
• Computational chemistry & molecular dynamics
• Materials science & polymer chemistry

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• PhD in chemistry, computational chemistry, chemical biology, materials science, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on research lab experience, including wet lab experience for experimental subfields, or extensive simulation-heavy research for computational subfields.
• Deep expertise in at least one of the areas listed above.
• Professional written and spoken English (C1 or higher).
• Proficiency in Python and/or industry-standard tools in your subfield (e.g., Gaussian, ORCA, Psi4, GROMACS, LAMMPS, RDKit).
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and scientific reasoning skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to clearly document and explain technical concepts.
• Track record of rigorous scientific problem-solving in complex chemistry domains.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic experience (postdoc, research scientist, faculty, or equivalent), strongly preferred.
• Peer-reviewed publications, patents, or contributions to open-source scientific software.
• Experience with AI/ML-assisted chemistry workflows or benchmarking.
• Background in drug discovery, reaction prediction, or retrosynthesis.