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Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Theoretical-Computational Materials Science

Columbia University · New York, NYtodayverified 5 h ago
$72k

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $100k (225 that show pay).

Develop theory and ML simulation frameworks for coupled electronic, spin and vibrational transport in disordered energy materials.

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Why it is interesting. Combines many-body Green's function theory with machine-learning simulation for coupled electronic, spin and vibrational transport in disordered materials

Might not be for you. Purely computational theory work with no experimental or bench component; one-year funding term

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Core polymer roleTheoretical-computational materials science postdoc: simulation of coupled transport in energy materials with atomic disorder; first-principles and ML methods for electronic and magnetic properties

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Columbia University filed 46 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Research Scientist, Associate Research Scientist, Assistant Professor. Median filed pay: $79K a year.

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Seniority
Postdoc
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On-site
Type
Postdoc
Degree
PhD
Experience
0+ yrs
Industry
Energy
Role
Academic / Postdoc
Benefits
equity/stock

Role details

The Simoncelli group in the Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics at Columbia University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in theoretical-computational materials science. The successful candidate will advance research in the theoretical formalism and machine-learning simulation framework to describe coupled transport phenomena, involving electronic, spin, and vibrational excitations in energy materials with an arbitrary degree of atomic disorder.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly valued: - First-principles and machine-learning-based simulation approaches for electronic and magnetic properties of materials. - Many-body Green's function formalism. - Coding (Python, C++, PyTorch) and parallel computing (MPI, OpenMP, CUDA, Kokkos). - Experience in research communication through conference presentations and publications. - Ability to work well in a team and experience in mentoring students. The position is expected to begin on January 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. It is funded for one (1) year, renewable contingent on performance and funding.

The priority deadline for applications is December 1, 2025; applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Expected Base Salary: $72,116; visit the link below for information about benefits https://provost.columbia.edu/news/2025-26-salary-guidelines-officers-research Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We recruit, hire, and promote without regard to race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, creed, marital or partnership status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Columbia University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request an accommodation for the application process, contact the Office of Institutional Equity (212-854-5511, [email protected]).

Required Qualifications

- A PhD in physics, computational materials science, or computer science, earned by January 1, 2026 or by start date.

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