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Senior Research Scientist- Chemistry

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/18/2026

Senior Research Scientist- Chemistry

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Senior Research Scientist- Chemistry at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Perform high quality computational chemistry research using a combination of machine learning, classical molecular dynamics, and ground/excited state quantum mechanics/molecular mechanics simulations.

Contribute to writing of manuscripts and grant applications.

Mentor and teach lab members as appropriate, including manuscript review, technical and research idea support.

Design and implement code in C , Python and bash for automation and new software packages that support and expand research efforts for new and previously published software packages, including existing package AutoParams.

Apply expertise in high performance computing and cloud environments to create and implement automated workflows for research efforts.

Further professional development and networking by attending conferences, workshops and other relevant opportunities.

 

Qualifications:

PhD, 3-5 years of experience in computational chemistry that includes C /Python coding and expertise in software packages including TeraChem and Amber.

 

School/College/Division:

H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science

Primary department:

H1205 - Chemistry

Employment type:

  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Salary minimum: TBD
  • Salary hire maximum: TBD 

Job openings:

  • Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

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