Research Scientist, Condensed Matter Theory

The role

You will use theoretical modeling to connect first-principles calculations and experiments. You will collaborate with computational and experimental scientists and ML researchers to develop physical understanding to guide the discovery of novel quantum materials.

What you will do

• Develop and apply theoretical models to interpret experimental observations and guide materials discovery efforts
• Bridge first-principles calculations and experimental results to build predictive physical understanding
• Collaborate with ML researchers to incorporate theoretical insights into machine learning models and inform training data strategies
• Work with computational and experimental scientists to design experiments and validate theoretical predictions
• Communicate theoretical findings clearly across disciplines and contribute to a shared scientific roadmap

Required qualifications

• PhD in condensed matter theory, with a focus on quantum materials
• Deep expertise in relating theoretical models to real materials and experimental observables
• Strong publication record demonstrating impactful, independent research
• Ability to collaborate effectively across theory, computation, and experiment

Nice to have

• Experience running first-principles calculations such as density functional theory (DFT) on realistic systems
• Experience with deep learning methods, including graph neural networks, applied to materials or physics problems
• Experience modeling superconductivity and/or magnetism in quantum materials
• Familiarity with high-throughput computational workflows or materials databases

Before you apply

• We sponsor visas

About the company

Periodic Labs is an AI and physical sciences company building state-of-the-art models to accelerate breakthroughs across materials, energy, and beyond.