CFD Research Corporation
Computational Mathematician/Physicist
Huntsville, AL · Part-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 11 hours ago
PythonC++MATLABAlgorithmsGitMachine LearningData AnalysisCFDBioinformaticsResearchAnimal StudiesAnimal ModelsCommunicationProblem SolvingCritical Thinking
About the role
- About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries.
- CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services.
- CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc.
Responsibilities
- Implement, analyze, and validate models using appropriate numerical methods and algorithms for solving differential equations, optimization problems, and stochastic systems
- Collaborate with experimental scientists and engineers to integrate modeling with empirical data
- Develop high-performance computing (HPC) solutions and optimize code for efficiency and scalability
- Document methodologies, code, and results
- Maintain best practices in version control, reproducibility, and software development
Requirements
- Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and collaborative software development workflows
- Demonstrated experience developing original mathematical/computational models and simulations for complex systems
- Excellent written and verbal scientific communication skills, with the ability to convey complex mathematical concepts and collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and troubleshoot complex technical challenges
- Experience developing computational models of preclinical biological systems (e.g., in vitro assays, cell-based systems, or other fit-for-purpose preclinical models)
- Experience integrating machine learning with mechanistic models
Nice to have
- Formulate and derive new mathematical models to simulate complex systems and processes
- Translate real-world problems into computational frameworks and scalable solutions
- Contribute to scientific reports, proposals, and peer-reviewed publications
- PhD with 3+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent) in Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, Physics, Engineering, or a closely related field
- Strong foundation in numerical analysis, linear algebra, differential equations, and/or stochastic modeling
- Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools
- Working proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Julia, C/C++), with the ability to build clean, maintainable implementations of your own models
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn and apply new methods, tools, and scientific domains as project needs evolve
Compensation
- Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements.
Benefits
- CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance.
- Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level.
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