Research Scientist, Computational Condensed Matter Physics
Lila SciencesAI & company
Cambridge, United States$176,000 - $304,000 USDSenior
Nvidia
Braidwell LP
Collective Global
Flagship Pioneering
Data & AI
About the role
TL;DR
Research Scientist applying computational physics and AI to accelerate materials discovery.
- •Apply computational condensed matter physics and electronic structure expertise to accelerate materials discovery, optimization, and understanding.
- •You will use first-principles modeling, atomistic simulations, scientific machine learning, and agentic AI systems to investigate complex materials.
- •Key Responsibilities Apply computational condensed matter physics to materials discovery and optimization.
- •Use computational physics methods to study quantum materials, superconductors and electronic devices.
- •Build predictive models from computational and experimental data.
- •Analyze simulation and experimental data to generate actionable materials hypotheses.
- •Partner with ML, software, and experimental teams on discovery workflows.
- •Requirements PhD or equivalent experience in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
- •Strong foundation in computational condensed matter physics, electronic structure, or atomistic simulation.
- •Deep understanding of electronic-structure theory.
- •Experience applying first-principles or atomistic methods to materials discovery.
- •Strong programming skills in Python and scientific computing workflows.
Required skills
Python
Nice-to-have skills
LangChainHugging FaceOpenAI APIAnthropic APIGemini API
Domain expertise
deeptechai
Benefits & perks
bonus potential, early-stage equity, medical coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible time off, paid parental leave, educational assistance program, commuter benefits, company subsidized lunch program
Tech stack
Python