Computational Materials Scientist — Formulations

Job overview

The Computational Materials Scientist — Formulations role is listed in New York, NY; the posting does not specify a city or work arrangement. The estimated base salary range is $105,000–$235,000 per year. The scientist joins Schrödinger’s Materials Science Modeling Services team, helping customers apply computational tools to industrial research and development. The role uses molecular simulations to solve formulation problems and develops automation and analysis workflows. Its work supports customer projects across industries and contributes technical findings to presentations, publications, and research initiatives.

What you'll do

• Perform molecular-simulation projects using Schrödinger tools
• solve formulation problems with large-scale coarse-grained molecular dynamics and enhanced sampling
• develop Python and shell scripts for simulation automation and data analysis
• collaborate on molecular modeling solutions
• present technical results
• contribute to scientific publications and research projects.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

computational materials scientist

formulations

molecular dynamics

coarse-grained simulation

enhanced sampling

python

high-performance computing

schrödinger

new york ny

$105,000–$235,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Healthcare including dental and vision, 401(k), pre-tax commuter benefits, flexible work schedule, parental leave, and paid vacation.

Why this role

Requires a PhD in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or a related field; a strong molecular-dynamics background; familiarity with coarse-grained simulation and enhanced sampling; Python scripting; and exposure to HPC and Linux.

About the employer

Schrdinger is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.