Computational Scientist - Metasurfaces, Photonics, and Inverse D Jobs

Computational Research Scientist
Do you enjoy pushing the limits of computational science for modeling physical systems? Are you excited by the challenge of designing modern electromagnetic and photonic devices-driving the future of communications, sensing, and computing? Do you thrive in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment where ideas move from concept to fabrication, characterization, and real-world prototyping? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL! We are seeking a Computational Research Scientist to contribute to ongoing research projects in topics such as RF/optical metasurfaces, integrated photonics, and quantum computing. In this role, you will be developing and applying computational models, simulations, and optimization algorithms for designing novel devices. Your work will help drive research from simulation and fabrication to characterization and real-world deployment.
Because our research portfolio spans a variety of topics, success in this role requires curiosity, technical independence, and the ability to quickly learn new physics, methods, and tools from textbooks and scientific literature. Our group consists of physicists and engineers who are passionate about developing innovative solutions for the future of advanced devices, materials, and systems. We value scientific excellence, continuous learning, and open collaboration in order to tackle high-risk, high-reward ideas!

Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship are strongly supported.

As a Computational Scientist, your responsibilities will include:

• Building simulations using both custom numerical models and commercial tools to design novel electromagnetic devices.
• Developing and characterizing optimization algorithms, inverse-design methods, and computational design workflows
• Taking ownership of design and analysis workflows by independently learning new programming tools, simulation fra