Head of Chemistry
Core
Define and deliver a new era for chemists and materials scientists by coupling atomistic and molecular insight into continuum and systems-scale models to industrialize novel materials and processes.
Role type
Head of Chemistry (VP-level IC/Manager hybrid)
Builds
Atoms-to-systems simulation capabilities and chemistry AI features for industrial customers
Domain
Computational chemistry, materials science, AI-driven simulation, semiconductors, electrochemistry
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Computational chemistry, atomistic simulation, machine learning interatomic potentials, multiscale modeling, team leadership, technical roadmap ownership, customer-facing technical strategy
Preferred skills
Experience in AI-led materials companies or startups, entrepreneurial mindset, ability to thrive in ambiguity
Technologies
DFT, AI-driven inverse problem solving, continuum models, phase-field, reactive flow, process simulation
Responsibilities
Set technical direction and standards for chemistry across the company; lead the chemistry team across capability and customer streams; decide on machine learning approaches for chemistry; act as the foremost chemistry voice with prospective customers; balance capability development with customer time; solve hard technical problems hands-on
Seniority
Executive, hands-on IC with team leadership