Periodic Labs
Periodic Labs is seeking a Materials Scientist to restructure and re-architect materials databases for use by LLM agents while also collaborating directly with lab scientists and computational teams on active research problems. The role balances infrastructure development with hands‑on scientific research, ensuring data schemas support real experimental workflows.
Periodic Labs is an artificial intelligence research company dedicated to transforming scientific discovery by leveraging machine learning and experimental methods. Their mission centers on the belief that true understanding of the universe can only be achieved through direct interaction and experimentation with it. The company focuses on developing AI scientists and autonomous labs, generating unique datasets from these experiments to facilitate groundbreaking research in the physical sciences. With a team that includes prominent figures in AI and materials science, Periodic Labs aims to accelerate innovation and push the boundaries of scientific knowledge.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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