Principal Scientific Research Expert – Computational Theory & Physics

About the role

GramianGramian Consultancy is seeking a Principal Scientific Research Expert to lead advanced AI‑driven investigations in computational theory and physics. The role is fully remote and involves shaping research workflows, evaluating results, and setting rigorous standards for scientific progress.

Key responsibilities

• Identify foundational open problems, theoretical bounds, and computational challenges where AI can demonstrate measurable progress.
• Guide AI models through multi‑step research workflows, including proofs, algorithm design, numerical experiments, and high‑performance simulations.
• Validate findings using proof verification, computational reproduction, formal methods, and other rigorous techniques.
• Assess novelty, correctness, and scientific significance of outputs against existing literature.
• Document research memos that capture attempted solutions, model limitations, and recurring reasoning failures.
• Recommend promising research directions and establish evaluation standards to distinguish genuine progress from unsupported claims.

Required profile

• 7‑10+ years of active research experience in computer science, mathematical physics, computational physics, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong publication record in leading conferences, journals, or recognized research venues.
• Hands‑on expertise with computational research methods such as numerical analysis, simulation, algorithm implementation, or high‑performance computing.
• Proven ability to rigorously evaluate technical claims, verify results, and identify gaps in reasoning.
• Excellent analytical, technical writing, and communication skills in English.

Required skills

• Numerical analysis
• Simulation
• Algorithm implementation
• High‑performance computing
• Proof verification techniques