Research Scientist in Quantum Chemistry and Machine Learning

$145,000 - $250,000/Yr

Bytedance - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Research Scientist in Quantum Chemistry and Machine Learning at ByteDance is responsible for conducting interdisciplinary research that combines quantum computational chemistry and machine learning. The role focuses on developing advanced tools to address fundamental scientific problems, particularly in understanding catalyst mechanisms. The position requires a strong background in both theoretical and practical aspects of quantum chemistry and machine learning, with an emphasis on large-scale simulations and model verification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out interdisciplinary research in quantum computational chemistry (such as Post Hartree-Fock method, quantum embedding method) and machine learning (such as Neural Network QMC).
• Perform theoretical analysis on machine-learning-based quantum chemical models.
• Conduct large-scale quantum chemical simulations (such as MPI, GPU acceleration) and verify the correctness and practicability of proposed models.

Requirements

• Researchers or PhD graduates in physics, chemistry, mathematics, machine learning and related fields.
• Research experience in quantum chemistry, machine learning or related fields.
• Strong mathematical background and solid programming skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Machine learning background
• Strong publication records in top conferences or journals.

Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance
• Approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
• Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO)
• 10 paid sick days per year
• 12 weeks of paid Parental leave
• 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability
• Mental and emotional health benefits through EAP and Lyra
• 401K company match
• Gym and cellphone service reimbursements