Principal Scientific Research Expert - Computational Theory & Physics

About GramianGramian Consultancy is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs.About The RoleWe are seeking an accomplished Scientific Research Expert with deep expertise in computer science, computational physics, or related theoretical and mathematical disciplines to contribute to an advanced AI research project. In this role, you will work with frontier AI models and agents to investigate open research problems, evaluate theoretical and computational results, and establish rigorous standards for measuring scientific progress. You will help guide multi-step research workflows involving proofs, algorithms, numerical experiments, simulations, and high-performance computing, while documenting model limitations and identifying promising directions for further investigation. Prior AI industry experience is not required; exceptional research expertise and rigorous scientific judgment are the priorities.SENIORITY: Principal / Research LeaderLANGUAGE: Excellent written EnglishLOCATION: Remote — WorldwideKey ResponsibilitiesIdentify and formulate foundational open problems, theoretical bounds, and computational challenges where progress can be rigorously demonstratedGuide AI models and agents through complex, multi-step research workflows involving mathematical proofs, algorithm development, numerical experiments, and high-performance simulationsValidate research results using proof verification, computational reproduction, formal methods, and other rigorous evaluation techniquesAssess the novelty, correctness, and scientific significance of research outputs against established findings and current literaturePrepare concise research memos documenting attempted solutions, partial progress, model limitations, and recurring reasoning failuresRecommend promising research directions, subfields, and open problems suitable for investigation using advanced AI models and computational toolsApply critical judgment when reviewing technical work beyond your immediate research specializationHelp establish evaluation standards that distinguish genuine scientific progress from plausible but unsupported resultsRequirementsApproximately 7-10+ years of active research experience in computer science, mathematical physics, computational physics, or a closely related disciplineStrong record of scholarly contributions, including publications in leading conferences, journals, or other recognized research venuesDeep hands-on experience with computational research methods, such as numerical analysis, simulation, algorithm implementation, or high-performance computingDemonstrated ability to evaluate technical claims rigorously, verify results, and identify gaps in mathematical or computational reasoningStrong familiarity with the research literature and established results in your fieldExcellent analytical, technical writing, and research communication skillsAbility to work independently, assess ambiguous problems, and communicate findings clearly