Computational Research Expert; Material Discovery - Relocate To Saudi Arabia

Please note that this role is based in Saudi Arabia on a permanent, residential basis.

We are seeking Computational Research Expert with a strong background in Materials Discovery to join our Research & Development Center (R&DC).

R&DC conducts strategic research, development and demonstration programs in support of Aramco’s drive for innovation.

Your primary role is to accelerate the deployment of next-generation technologies by building scalable digital platforms powered by emerging computing paradigms. You will also enable transformative solutions that focus on addressing critical challenges in CO₂ reduction and sustainable energy systems.

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

• 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.
• As a successful candidate you will hold a Bachelor degree in Science or Engineering. A PhD is also required.
• You should have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• You will have a Proven track record of conducting advanced technical projects with an ability to connect basic science research with industrial applications.
• You will have experience in Molecular dynamics, Density Functional Theory, Generative AI and High-performance computing.
• It is also necessary to have proficiency in Python coding

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.