Materials Science Force Field Intern, Summer 2024

We’re seeking a Materials Science Force Field Intern to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods.

As a member of our Force Fields team, you’ll develop accurate atomistic physics-based models that are applicable in key areas of material science. The internship will last at least three months.

Who will love this job:

• A student who has applied molecular simulation and DFT methods in model validation
• A computational chemistry enthusiast who has solid experience in modeling materials  
• A critical thinker who’s interested in solving complex problems 

What you’ll do:

• Work on core force field optimization libraries in Python
• Extend the domain of applicability of our force field in key areas of materials science
• Upgrade and optimize existing workflows for scalability and reliability

What you should have:

• At least two years of graduate-level education and related research experience
• Hands-on experience with molecular dynamics and/or DFT simulations 
• Bash and Python programming proficiency

Pay and perks:

Schrödinger understands it’s people that make a company great. Because of this, we’re prepared to offer a competitive salary. We have catered meals in the office and a company culture that is relaxed but engaged.  Our Office Management team also plans a myriad of fun company-wide events. Schrödinger is honored to have been included in Newsweek's list of America's 100 Most Loved Workplaces. 

Estimated base salary: $7,500/mo. Actual compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, degrees held, market data, and business needs. If you have any questions regarding the compensation for this role, do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Strategic Growth team. 

Sound exciting? Apply today and join us!

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