Meta · 1 day ago
Research Scientist Intern, Computational Chemist (PhD)
Redmond, WA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$7,313/mo - $12,134/mo
2+ years expMeta is seeking a Research Scientist Intern to develop new materials and processes for AI devices. The role involves utilizing advanced computational models and simulations to understand various properties of material systems and supporting the team in exploring novel concepts through design and prototyping.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Play a critical role in developing/identifying new materials and processes for AI devices
Develop/utilize advanced computational models and various approaches of first-principle simulations to understand the optical, electrical, mechanical and thermal properties of organic, inorganic and hybrid material systems
Support the team exploring novel concepts through design, modeling, and fast iterative prototyping
Develop and implement research agendas, apply high standards to the research, and develop an ability to identify highly impactful projects in a complete and unexplored domain
Qualification
Required
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
2+ years experience in computational methods for material discovery, process, and device development
Proficient with molecular dynamics software (LAMMPS, HOOMD) for organic and inorganic materials
Skilled in force field development (GAFF, Openff, OPLS)
Experienced with high-throughput ab-initio calculations (Gaussian, Orca, QEspresso, VASP)
Familiar with coarse-grain molecular dynamics
Proficient in C/C++ and Python coding
Knowledge of rare-event phenomena and advanced sampling techniques
Preferred
Research background in organic materials and their mechanical properties
Experience with Machine Learning, including Graph Neural Networks for material discovery
Demonstrated research and engineering experience via grants, patents, internships, or competitions
Skilled in problem-solving with consideration of trade-offs and diverse perspectives
Experience communicating research to public or peer audiences
Experience working and communicating cross functionally in a team environment
Benefits
Benefits
Company
Meta
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Funding
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