Job Opening: Materials Scientist
CompuTherm, LLC | Full-Time Position
Position Start Date: January 2027
Location: Middleton, Wisconsin
About CompuTherm
CompuTherm, LLC is a leading developer of computational materials science software and technologies, specializing in computational thermodynamics, kinetics, microstructure modeling, and materials property simulation. Our products include Pandat software, advanced materials databases, and integrated computational tools that support materials design and process simulation across industrial and research applications.
We collaborate with universities, government agencies, and industrial partners to develop innovative solutions for advanced materials research, development, and manufacturing.
Position Overview
CompuTherm is seeking a Materials Scientist to contribute to the development and advancement of computational materials science models and software. The successful candidate will focus on developing and improving kinetic simulation modules in Pandat software while contributing to next-generation computational tools for materials design and process simulation.
This position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of materials science, computational modeling, and scientific software development, with applications in advanced materials research and industrial process simulation.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and improve kinetic simulation modules in Pandat software.
- Participate in the development, testing, validation, and documentation of Pandat software and related computational materials tools, including PanPhaseField, PanLink, PandatAi, and other next-generation modeling and integration technologies.
- Collaborate with software developers and materials database specialists to improve model accuracy, computational efficiency, reliability, and usability.
- Contribute to government- and industry-sponsored research and development projects, including customized modeling applications.
- Provide technical support, training, and guidance to customers as needed.
- Contribute to technical publications, conference presentations, software demonstrations, and other activities supporting CompuTherm’s technology development and market growth.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a strong background in materials science, computational materials science, or a related field. Experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas is desirable:
- Solidification, grain growth, and microstructure evolution.
- Cellular automata, phase-field modeling, or other computational methods for microstructure simulation.
- Computational thermodynamics, kinetics, and materials property modeling.
- Scientific computing, numerical methods, and software development.
- Programming and computational modeling for materials science applications.
- AI-assisted scientific programming.
Candidates should also demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to collaborate effectively across scientific and software development teams, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Compensation and Benefits
CompuTherm offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their résumé or CV and a cover letter describing their relevant experience and qualifications to info@computherm.com.
CompuTherm, LLC is committed to advancing computational materials science through innovative software, modeling technologies, and collaborative research. We welcome candidates who are passionate about developing computational tools to solve challenging materials science and engineering problems.