SandboxAQ
Leveraging AQ - the powerful compound effects of AI + Quantum technology
Senior Research Scientist, Catalyst Discovery
Location
United States
Posted
9 days ago
Salary
$146.6K - $252K / year
Postgraduate Degree3 yrs expEnglishPython
Job Description
• Lead high-impact client engagements focused on the discovery of novel catalyst materials, bridging the gap between proprietary simulations and industrial needs
• Deploy multiscale computational workflows to simulate reactivity and dynamics across atomic, mesoscale, and continuum scales
• Support commercial growth by providing technical diligence and proposal development for pre-sales customer engagements
• Prepare high-impact reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, maintaining a presence in the academic and industry community through publications
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior scientists and interns in catalysis and reaction engineering, ensuring the highest standards of research
Job Requirements
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or an equivalent discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
- 3+ years of industrial R&D experience specifically in heterogeneous catalysis and/or reaction engineering
- Direct experience developing and utilizing microkinetic models in collaboration with lab experiments for catalyst design
- Familiarity with modern atomistic simulation methods for catalyst discovery (via direct use or close collaboration)
- A strong publication record demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration and the ability to adapt to new methodologies
- Basic programming skills, including familiarity with Python
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents with generous employer premium contributions
- Retirement savings with company matching
- Paid parental leave
- Inclusive family-building benefits
- Flexible paid time off
- Company-wide seasonal breaks
- Support for flexible work arrangements that enable sustainable performance
- Opportunities for continuous learning and growth through on-the-job development, cross-functional collaboration, and access to internal learning and development programs
