Schrödinger seeks a Head of Materials Science Applications Science to join us in our efforts to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods
As the leader of Schrödinger KK's Materials Science Applications Science team, you'll head up a high-caliber team of PhD scientists while driving strategic growth in the Japanese market. You will also oversee pre- and postsales software support operations, manage key customer relationships, and guide the strategic development of our Materials Science offerings in Japan.
Who will love this job:
- A molecular dynamics simulation expert with proven experience in polymer materials and complex material systems
- A technical leader who understands both underlying scientific methodology and big-picture business implications
- A proven people manager who excels at developing talent and building high-performing teams
- An enthusiastic traveler who enjoys visiting customer sites across Japan
What you'll do:
- Serve as a core member of the Japan Leadership Team (JLT), contributing to the strategic direction, organizational development, and overall success of Schrödinger KK
- Collaborate with Sales to develop and execute ambitious strategic business plans
- Provide expert scientific guidance on complex materials design challenges, including executive presentations, strategic account management, and resolution of challenging technical implementations
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, and global Applications Science teams to drive revenue growth, communicate customer needs, and align regional strategies with company objectives
- Establish scientific thought leadership in computational materials science through research initiatives, high-impact publications, conference presentations, and representation of Schrödinger at major industry events
- Manage all technical operations including troubleshooting of scientific workflows, oversight of contract research services, and guidance of customer application strategies to ensure optimal use of Schrödinger's materials science platform
What you'll need:
- PhD in molecular simulation of Materials Science, or a related field
- At least eight years of experience in computational materials science, with three to five in a leadership role
- Business-level English skills for global collaboration and technical communication
- Experience in customer-facing roles within the scientific software industry (preferred)
- Experience with business development, sales support, or customer success in B2B technical environments (preferred)
Pay and Perks:
Schrödinger understands that exceptional leaders drive exceptional results. We offer a highly competitive compensation package including base salary, performance-based bonuses, and equity participation. Our comprehensive benefits include mutual-aid retirement plans, over four weeks of paid vacation time, flexible work arrangements, numerous company holidays, parental and caregiver leave programs, healthcare through our partnership with the Japanese Health Insurance Association, and extensive professional development opportunities including leadership training, continuous education support, and conference attendance.
シュレーディンガー株式会社
マテリアル・サイエンス・アプリケーション・サイエンス部門長
シュレーディンガー株式会社では、最先端の計算方法の開発・提供・応用を通じて人々の健康と生活の質向上に貢献するため、「材料科学アプリケーションサイエンスチーム責任者」を募集しています。
本ポジションでは、PhDを有する優秀な科学者チームを率い、日本市場での戦略的成長を推進していただきます。また、ソフトウェアのプリセールスおよびポストセールス業務の監督、重要顧客との関係管理、ならびに日本国内における材料科学事業戦略の推進を担っていただきます。
この職務に最適な方
- 高分子材料複雑な材料システムに関する分子動力学シミュレーションの専門知識を有する方
- 科学的手法とビジネス全体像を理解する技術的リーダー
- 人材育成やチーム構築に優れた実績をもつマネージャー
- 日本国内での顧客訪問を意欲的に行う方
主な業務内容
- 日本リーダーシップチーム(JLT)の中核メンバーとして、戦略立案・組織開発・全社的成功に貢献
- 営業部門と協働し、戦略的な事業計画の策定と実行
- 高度な材料設計課題に対する科学的助言(経営層向けプレゼンテーション、重要顧客管理、技術的課題の解決など)
- 営業、プロダクトマネジメント、マーケティング、グローバルアプリケーションサイエンスチームと連携し、売上拡大・顧客ニーズの発信・地域戦略と全社グローバル戦略の整合を推進
- 研究活動、論文発表、学会発表、主要業界イベントでのシュレーディンガー社の代表として、計算材料科学分野での科学的リーダーシップを確立
- 科学的ワークフローのトラブルシューティング、受託研究の監督、顧客アプリケーション戦略の指導など、技術系業務全般を管理し、プラットフォーム活用の最適化を推進
応募資格
- 材料科学分野の分子シミュレーション、または関連分野での博士号
- 計算材料科学における8年以上の実務経験(うちマネジメント経験3〜5年以上)
- グローバルな協働や技術的コミュニケーションが可能なビジネスレベルの英語力
- サイエンティフィックソフトウェア業界での顧客対応経験(尚可)
- B2B技術分野での営業支援やカスタマーサクセス等のビジネス開発経験(尚可)
報酬・福利厚生
シュレーディンガーは、優れたリーダーが卓越した成果をもたらすと理解しています。
当社は、基本給、実績連動型ボーナス、株式付与を含む非常に競争力の高い報酬パッケージを提供します。福利厚生も充実しており、共済型退職金制度、4週間超の有給休暇、柔軟な勤務体系、充実した会社休日、育児・介護休業、協会けんぽを利用した医療制度、リーダーシップ研修や継続教育・学会参加などのプロフェッショナル開発支援が含まれます。
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