Remote Computational Genomics & Molecular Simulation Researcher (PhD) — Direct Contract Placement

Work 100% remotely as a Remote Computational Genomics & Molecular Simulation Researcher (PhD) — Direct Contract Placement with RemoteJob USA Staffing, earning $45 - $90/hour. You will design challenging domain prompts, grade complex model outputs, and refine reasoning trajectories using your background in computational chemistry, molecular simulations, python, gaussian.

Position Responsibilities

• Deep expertise with computational chemistry methods and simulation-heavy environments is desirable.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Gaussian, ORCA, Psi4, NWChem, GROMACS, LAMMPS, AMBER, RDKit, or OpenBabel would be ideal.
• Design, evaluate, and critique advanced computational chemistry workflows to support AI benchmarking initiatives.
• Provide expert-level insights on molecular simulations, electronic structure methods, and cheminformatics pipelines.
• Assess and optimize simulation parameters and scientific software configurations for accuracy and reproducibility.
• Analyze data from molecular dynamics, quantum chemistry, and drug discovery projects, providing actionable recommendations.
• Leverage domain knowledge to guide the development and validation of chemistry-related frontier AI reasoning systems and tools.

Required Competencies

• Core Competencies: computational chemistry, molecular simulations, python, gaussian, gromacs, lammps, amber, orca, psi4, nwchem
• Strong scientific programming and analytical workflow experience, especially using Python.
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and scientific reasoning skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to clearly document and explain technical concepts.
• Track record of rigorous scientific problem-solving in complex chemistry domains.
• Practical background using AI/ML-assisted chemistry workflows or benchmarking.
• Peer-reviewed publications, patents, or contributions to open-source scientific software.

Earnings & Remote Work Details

• Compensation Rate: $45 - $90/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: computational chemistry, molecular simulations, python, gaussian, gromacs, lammps, amber, orca, psi4, nwchem
• Hiring Agency: RemoteJob USA Staffing

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