Computational Research Expert (Material Discovery) (SA)

Saudi Aramco
South Australia
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Research & Scientific (R&D)Experience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Python","Molecular dynamics","Density Functional Theory","Generative AI","High-performance computing"]

A research-focused role in Aramco's Research & Development Center concentrating on materials discovery. You will lead scalable digital platforms for accelerated material discovery, perform outlook studies on emerging technologies, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and contribute to documentation and publications, with a focus on CO2 reduction and sustainable energy systems.

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Saudi Aramco
Saudi Aramco
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Computational Research Expert (Material Discovery) (SA)

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Job Summary

A research-focused role in Aramco's Research & Development Center concentrating on materials discovery. You will lead scalable digital platforms for accelerated material discovery, perform outlook studies on emerging technologies, collaborate across cross-functional teams, and contribute to documentation and publications, with a focus on CO2 reduction and sustainable energy systems.
Location: South Australia
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop and lead execution of research projects that focus on developing novel technologies in the areas of materials discovery.
  • •Identify collaboration opportunities with leading institutes and organizations.
  • •Liaise with key stakeholders to ensure in-house technology options deployment.
  • •Conduct outlook studies of emerging technologies in the field of accelerated material discovery.
  • •Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
  • •Contribute to technical documentation, patents, and publications.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor degree in Science or Engineering. A PhD is also required.
  • •You should have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
  • •Proven track record of conducting advanced technical projects with an ability to connect basic science research with industrial applications.
  • •Experience in Molecular dynamics, Density Functional Theory, Generative AI and High-performance computing.
  • •Proficiency in Python coding.
Experience:5+ yearsMaterials discoveryAccelerated material discoveryComputational
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:PythonMolecular dynamicsDensity Functional TheoryGenerative AIHigh-performance computing
Tech Stack:PythonMolecular dynamicsDensity Functional TheoryGenerative AIHigh-performance computing

Company Brief

Saudi Aramco
State-owned integrated energy and chemicals company producing and marketing crude oil, natural gas and petrochemicals globally, with major investments in energy infrastructure, refining and low‑carbon technologies.
Industry: Oil & Gas
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Founded: 1933
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