Schrödinger seeks a Polymer or Porous Materials Intern to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods!

As a member of our Materials Science team, you’ll augment the group’s skill in the area of molecular simulations of amorphous or crystalline materials.

Who will love this job:

• A curious scientist who loves working on the cutting edge of computational research
• An excellent verbal and written communicator
• A team player who enjoys collaborating across disciplines and departments

What you’ll do:

• Contribute scientific study related to gas and liquid uptake into porous materials 
• Execute parameter sensitivity study for properties of amorphous and crystalline materials
• Write your own Python scripts to support above tasks

What you should have:

• Extensive academic background in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related field (we’re seeking someone who’s working on or has received a PhD)
• Experience with classical force field molecular dynamics and Monte Carlo techniques

Pay and perks:

Schrödinger understands it’s people that make a company great. Because of this, we’re prepared to offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits. We have catered meals in the office and a company culture that is relaxed but engaged.  Our Office Management team also plans a myriad of fun company-wide events. Schrödinger is honored to have been included in Newsweek's list of America's 100 Most Loved Workplaces. 

Estimated base salary: $7,500/mo. Actual compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, degrees held, market data, and business needs. If you have any questions regarding the compensation for this role, do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Strategic Growth team. 

Sound exciting? Apply today and join us!

As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.