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Schrödinger K.K., the Japanese subsidiary of Schrödinger, Inc., is seeking an Applications Scientist to join our Materials Science team.\nAs an Applications Scientist at Schrödinger K.K., you will work at the intersection of cutting-edge computational science and real-world industrial application. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your research background while engaging directly with Japan's leading research institutions and corporations - creating meaningful scientific and commercial impact.\nThis is an ideal position for someone who is ready to move beyond the bench and apply their expertise where science meets business.\nWho will love this job:\nA materials or polymer research scientist with experience using molecular dynamics (MD), quantum mechanics (QM), or machine learning (ML)\nA proficient Python programmer who's passionate about the real-world application and industrial implementation of computational science, beyond traditional research roles\nAn effective communicator who can convey complex scientific concepts clearly to customers and researchers\nA self-motivated team player who works well both independently and collaboratively\nAn enthusiastic traveler who'll enjoy visiting customer sites across Japan\nWhat you’ll do:\nProvide scientific and technical support to existing and prospective customers, including software demonstrations, facilitation of interactions between customers and product development teams, and general scientific guidance\nTroubleshoot scientific workflows, administration, and adaptation of customer modeling environments\nAdvise customers on best practices for computational modeling and materials design\nAct as a bridge between customers and product development teams, gathering and sharing feedback\nCollaborate cross-functionally with Account Managers and Marketing teams to support business strategies\nPublish scientific papers and present at academic meetings, conferences, and exhibitions\nExecute or support contract analysis and research services\nWhat you’ll need:\nPhD in materials science, polymer science, computational chemistry, physical chemistry, or a related field\nResearch experience in MD, QM, or ML - we value learning agility and practical application over depth of specialization alone\nPython programming experience\nNative-level Japanese proficiency for customer and internal communications, document and slide preparation, reporting, and academic presentations\nWorking English proficiency for emails, reports, and web conferences\nWillingness and ability to travel as required\nPay and Perks:\nSchrödinger understands that it’s people that make a company great. 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