FUCHS is the world's largest independent provider of innovative lubricant solutions for almost all industries and applications. Our products and solutions keep the world in motion, even when this is not always visible. It is essential that every single one of our over 6,000 employees in more than 50 countries is visible – their entrepreneurial spirit, ideas, and skills are the heart of our global business.
We are looking for a Computational Chemist to join our team in Mannheim, Germany. As a Computational Chemist, you will develop and establish computer-aided methods to support the development of lubricants and additives. You will work in an interdisciplinary development environment together with a specialist in statistics (DoE), an engineer for EHL and contact mechanics simulation, and an IT expert/data engineer.
Your tasks will include:
- Molecular modeling of base oils and additives
- Supporting the development of new raw materials for lubrication
- Simulation of surface, adsorption, and tribochemical processes
- Conducting and evaluating molecular dynamics simulations
- Building QSPR and machine learning models to predict tribological properties
- Virtual screening of new application materials and lubricant formulations
- Participating in digital twins of tribological systems
- Supporting the interpretation of analytical data
- Conducting projects with external partners
- Close cooperation with development and application technology
You will be characterized by:
- Completed studies (ideally with a doctorate) in chemistry, computational chemistry, physics, or materials science
- Comprehensive knowledge in at least one of the following areas: density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics (MD), reactive force fields (ReaxFF), QSPR, or scientific machine learning
- Programming skills, preferably in Python, as well as experience in scientific data evaluation and automation
- Interest in industrial research and practical product development
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team in a technical environment
- Structured, analytical way of working and enjoyment of complex physical-chemical questions
- Very good communication skills in German and English
We offer:
- Establishment of a modern computational chemistry focus within lubricant development
- Collaboration with specialists from tribology, lubricant chemistry, and AI
- Access to modern simulation and data analysis tools
- High industrial relevance of research results
- Flexible working models and mobile work
- Attractive remuneration and further training opportunities
FUCHS promotes equal opportunities. Applications from severely disabled people will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.
If you have any questions, please contact Alexandra Freund at [email protected].
Join our team and let's move the world together!
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