Associate Research Scientist, Center Computational Quantum Physics and Initiative Compu

Associate Research Scientist, Center for Computational Quantum Physics and Initiative for Computational Catalysis

Join to apply for the Associate Research Scientist role at Simons Foundation. The joint position is in the Center for Computational Quantum Physics (CCQ) and the Initiative for Computational Catalysis (ICC). Consideration will be given to applicants in areas relevant to both centers, such as first-principles electronic structure methods for strongly correlated molecules and materials, quantum embedding for energies and forces, electronic and nonadiabatic dynamics, machine learning, and data-driven approaches to electronic structure and dynamics.

Directed by Antoine Georges (CCQ) and co-directed by Andrew Millis, CCQ studies equilibrium and non-equilibrium many-body quantum systems with applications to condensed matter physics, materials science, chemistry and related fields. ICC develops and applies computational techniques to fundamental open problems in catalysis including homogeneous, heterogeneous, and enzyme catalysis. CCQ and ICC currently comprise about 45 and 15 scientists respectively, plus support staff, visiting scientists, and affiliated graduate students and interns.

Associate Research Scientists at CCQ and ICC are researchers who develop theoretical concepts, algorithms, and codes, and apply these to obtain new insights into the electronic structure and dynamics of molecules and materials. They develop their own research programs and also collaborate with other scientists, including postdoctoral fellows. Reporting to the directors of CCQ and ICC, these positions are based at the Simons Foundation in New York City.

Associate Research Scientists are typically appointed for an initial three-year period; the appointment may be renewed for up to another three years. They may be reviewed for promotion to a non-term-limited position as a Research Scientist.

• Conduct research and/or develop and implement novel algorithms and codes relevant to CCQ and ICC research directions
• Publish research in refereed scientific and technical journals and present research at scientific conferences
• Provide publicly available software for use by the scientific community
• Support the public use of available software
• Assist in the organization of workshops, conferences, and group seminars
• Supervise research conducted by Flatiron research fellows and graduate and undergraduate students from neighboring institutions
• Mentor summer students and assist in the organization of summer programs
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required

Education

• Ph.D. in a related field

Related Skills & Other Requirements

• Postgraduate research experience (typically 2 to 6 years for ARS positions) in quantum many-body theory, condensed matter physics, theoretical chemistry, materials science, or another field of interest to CCQ and ICC
• A record of excellence in scientific publication
• Ability to do original and outstanding computational research
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment

Required Application Materials

• CV
• Research statement outlining both past research accomplishments and a vision for scientific research at the ICC and CCQ
• Three (3) letters of recommendation submitted confidentially by the letter writers

Deadline

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For full consideration, application by December 5, 2025 is recommended.

• The full-time annual compensation range is $130,000–$165,000
• Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package

Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:
The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind. We support programs and initiatives that broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers. The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Research
• Industries:
  Non-profit Organizations

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