Computational Scientist (AI)

TL;DR

Computational Scientist (AI): Developing machine learning models and workflows to accelerate discovery in complex fluid systems with an accent on soft matter, rheology, and interfacial science. Focus on building structure-property models, designing active learning workflows, and integrating mesoscale simulations to optimize formulation decisions.

Location: Must be based in Cambridge, MA, USA

Salary: $118,800 - $187,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is an AI-driven startup building an autonomous scientific operating system to accelerate discovery across medicine, materials, and energy.

What you will do

• Develop machine learning models for complex fluid systems like colloids, emulsions, and polymers.
• Design active learning workflows to prioritize high-value experiments and formulation decisions.
• Build structure-property models connecting composition, microstructure, and bulk fluid behavior.
• Incorporate mesoscale and continuum simulation outputs to improve model prediction and interpretation.
• Create tools to help scientists interpret complex fluid data and prioritize development paths.
• Partner with experimental teams to align computational models with physical measurement workflows.

Requirements

• PhD in chemical engineering, materials science, physics, applied mathematics, or related field (or Master's with equivalent experience).
• Domain expertise in soft matter, colloids, rheology, interfacial science, or formulation science.
• Strong Python skills and experience with modern machine learning frameworks.
• Experience training and improving models using experimental or scientific datasets.
• Ability to bridge domain context with computational execution.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice to have

• Experience with active learning over continuous compositional spaces.
• Familiarity with coarse-grained molecular dynamics, dissipative particle dynamics, or CFD.
• Hands-on experimental experience in complex fluid formulation.
• Experience modeling thermophysical properties for heat-transfer applications.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive U.S. benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Flexible time off with generous company-wide holidays.
• Paid parental leave and educational assistance program.
• Company-subsidized lunch program and commuter benefits.