Computational Physicist (PhD)
Azulene Labs
San Francisco, CA, USA · Remote
Posted on Jan 21, 2026
Job Description
We're looking for a computational physicist to develop new physics-based algorithms for molecular and materials simulation, combining deep analytical reasoning with high-performance scientific computing.
What You'll Do
- •Develop and deploy new physics-based models and algorithms for molecular and materials simulations
- •Spend significant time on analytical and mathematical work: deriving methods, testing approximations, and validating theory
- •Write high-performance C++ and Python code, often with parallel or accelerator-based approaches
- •Own projects end-to-end, from concept and theory through prototyping, scaling, and deployment
- •Collaborate closely within a small, highly technical, cross-disciplinary team
Who You Are
- •PhD in chemical physics, applied physics, high-energy physics, mathematics, or a closely related field
- •Deep understanding of quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics
- •Proven experience developing new mathematical or computational models
- •Strong analytical skills paired with practical scientific programming ability
- •Proficient in C++ and/or Python; experience with OpenMP, MPI, CUDA, or Triton is a plus
Why Azulene Labs
- •Fundamental, high-impact scientific problems with real-world consequences
- •Significant equity as an early technical hire
- •Culture that rewards rigor, curiosity, and intellectual ownership
