Mercor
Atomistic Materials Modeling Expert
- Pay
- $84/hr
- Type
- Hourly
- Location
- Remote
- Posted
- Oct 11, 2026
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About this role
Mercor is recruiting Atomistic Materials Modelling Experts with strong backgrounds in computational materials science, quantum mechanical simulations, and molecular modelling to support advanced AI research. Experts will evaluate technically demanding problems involving atomistic simulations, materials properties, computational methodologies, and scientific reasoning. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics (MD), and other atomistic modelling techniques, alongside a strong understanding of the underlying physical principles. Key Responsibilities Evaluate advanced scientific problems involving atomistic simulations and computational materials science. Review and validate AI-generated answers involving DFT calculations, molecular dynamics, and materials property predictions. Assess the appropriateness of computational…
