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Computational Chemistry/Physics (MS/BS)

Bay Area preferred; exceptional remote candidates considered Full-Time

Competitive startup salary plus equity, commensurate with experience

Job Description

We're looking for a computational chemistry or physics researcher to help build and deploy physics-based simulation methods for molecular and materials systems. This role emphasizes strong fundamentals, excellent coding, and the ability to turn theory into reliable software.

What You'll Do

• Implement and extend physics-based models and algorithms for molecular and materials simulations
• Translate theoretical ideas into efficient, well-tested numerical methods
• Write high-performance Python and/or C++ code, with exposure to parallel or accelerator computing
• Contribute to simulation pipelines, validation, and scaling of new methods
• Work closely with senior scientists in a highly collaborative, fast-moving research environment

Who You Are

• MS or BS in chemistry, physics, applied physics, materials science, or a related field
• Solid foundation in quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and thermodynamics
• Strong scientific programming skills in Python and/or C++
• Comfortable working with mathematical models and numerical methods
• Self-directed, curious, and eager to learn new theory and tools

Nice to Have

• Experience with molecular simulation or electronic structure codes
• Exposure to parallel programming (OpenMP, MPI, CUDA, or similar)
• Prior research experience in computational chemistry, physics, or materials science

Why Azulene Labs

• Opportunity to work on foundational scientific problems with real-world impact
• Significant responsibility and ownership early in your career
• Culture focused on rigor, learning, and building things that last

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