Associate Research Scientist, Center for Computational Quantum Physics

Simons Foundation is a leading international center for the study of equilibrium and non-equilibrium many-body quantum systems. The Associate Research Scientist will conduct research on computational quantum many-body systems, develop theoretical concepts, algorithms, and codes, and collaborate with other scientists at the Center for Computational Quantum Physics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on computational quantum many-body systems; develop and implement novel methods, algorithms and codes relevant to this research agenda

• Publish research in refereed scientific and technical journals and present research at scientific conferences

• Create, develop and maintain software for use by the scientific community

• Assist in the organization of CCQ-related workshops, conferences, group meetings and seminars

• Supervise research conducted by postdoctoral Flatiron research fellows and visiting graduate and undergraduate students

• Mentor summer students and assist in the organization of summer programs

• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required

Skills

• Ph.D. in a related field

• Postgraduate research experience (typically 2 to 6 years) in computational quantum many-body theory, computational condensed matter physics or another field of interest to the CCQ

• Familiarity with computational methods for electronic structure and quantum many-body problems. Experience and interest in developing or improving methods is desirable

• A record of excellence in scientific publication

• Ability to do original and outstanding research in physics

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• An outstanding benefits package

Company Overview

• Simons Foundation is a private foundation funding research in mathematics and the basic sciences. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.simonsfoundation.org.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• Simons Foundation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 38 in 2025, 30 in 2024, 34 in 2023, 27 in 2022, 16 in 2021, 18 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.