Schmidt Sciences

Schmidt Observatory System Postdoctoral Fellows

Postdoctoral Fellows

PhD in Astronomy & Astrophysics, Physics, or related field; strong publication record; expertise in instrumentation, data systems, AI/ML; ability to work across disciplines; excellent communication; interest in system-level observatory challenges

Digital Communications Manager

Manage digital channels, content strategy, analytics, and growth; 5–6 years experience; Webflow/WordPress; analytics tools; travel.

AI Communications Manager

5+ years in communications; strong AI, data science fluency; ability to translate technical topics for non-experts; collaboration with researchers; strong writing/editing; manage websites and social channels.

Program Delivery Associate, Astrophysics & Space

Program Delivery Associate

4-6 years in operational, grants, or program management; Bachelor's degree; based in New York; willing to travel up to ~20%.

Senior Program Manager

Program Manager

Senior-level grant management with 7+ years in sustainability/philanthropy; strong project leadership and English communication.

Senior Accountant

Non-exempt Senior Accountant with nonprofit accounting, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting; proficient in NetSuite, Excel, Concur; US GAAP knowledge.

Grants Officer

3+ years in philanthropy operations/data/systems; grant lifecycle expertise; strong collaboration and data skills.

Program Scientist, Agents

Program Scientist

Senior-level role requiring a PhD, 4+ years post-graduate experience, hands-on generative AI agent work, and proven ability to build partnerships and lead programs.

Compute Infrastructure Engineer, AI and Advanced Computing Institute

Compute Infrastructure Engineer

Lead infrastructure management for AI Institute; manage heterogeneous compute clusters; implement DevSecOps practices at scale; travel up to 50%.

Compute Software Engineer, AI and Advanced Computing Institute

Compute Software Engineer

5+ years of professional software development; strong ML framework experience; production-grade software; travel up to 30%.

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Contract Manager

Draft, negotiate and manage a wide range of contracts; analyze proposals; collaborate with legal teams; 5+ years experience; undergraduate degree.

Senior Program Scientist, AI and Advanced Computing Institute

Senior Program Scientist

Advanced degree (e.g., PhD) in AI; 10+ years in AI; deep ML knowledge; leadership experience; proven track record in research, grants, or relevant projects; ability to evaluate claims and work across disciplines.

AI Institute Fellow in Residence

Fellow

Recent PhD in AI or computer science; 12-18 month fellowship; strong research publications; based in New York City; rolling applications.

Senior Corporate Paralegal

Paralegal certification with 8+ years of corporate paralegal experience; bachelor's degree required; top-tier firm experience preferred.

Culinary & Facilities Steward

Kitchen support role with 2+ years kitchen experience; physical tasks; multi-tasking; teamwork; willing to work evenings/weekends.

Title	Location	Date
Schmidt Observatory System Postdoctoral Fellows Full Time · $100K-$130K Baltimore or New York · Onsite	Baltimore or New York Onsite	Apr 29, 2026
Digital Communications Manager Full Time · $85K-$110K · 5+ YOE Newport, Rhode Island, United States · Onsite	Newport, Rhode Island, United States Onsite	Apr 21, 2026
AI Communications Manager Full Time · $150K-$180K · 5+ YOE New York, New York, United States · Onsite	New York, New York, United States Onsite	Mar 27, 2026
Program Delivery Associate, Astrophysics & Space Full Time · $120K-$160K · 4+ YOE New York, New York, United States · Onsite	New York, New York, United States Onsite	Mar 23, 2026
Senior Program Manager Full Time · $150K-$170K · 7+ YOE Newport, Rhode Island, United States · Onsite	Newport, Rhode Island, United States Onsite	Mar 19, 2026
Senior Accountant Full Time · $130K-$160K/yr Menlo Park, California, United States · Onsite	Menlo Park, California, United States Onsite	Mar 16, 2026
Grants Officer Full Time · $107K-$153K · 3+ YOE New York, New York, United States · Onsite	New York, New York, United States Onsite	Mar 16, 2026
Program Scientist, Agents Full Time · $250K-$375K · 4+ YOE New York or Washington D.C. or San Francisco · Onsite	New York or Washington D.C. or San Francisco Onsite	Feb 26, 2026
Compute Infrastructure Engineer, AI and Advanced Computing Institute Full Time · $150K-$170K · 5+ YOE New York or Washington or San Francisco · Onsite	New York or Washington or San Francisco Onsite	Feb 24, 2026
Compute Software Engineer, AI and Advanced Computing Institute Full Time · $150K-$170K · 5+ YOE New York or Washington or Bay Area · Onsite	New York or Washington or Bay Area Onsite	Feb 24, 2026
Contract Manager Temporary, Full Time · $200K-$225K · 5+ YOE Los Angeles or Menlo Park or San Francisco or New York · Onsite	Los Angeles or Menlo Park or San Francisco or New York Onsite	Jan 30, 2026
Senior Program Scientist, AI and Advanced Computing Institute Full Time · $300K-$325K · 10+ YOE New York, New York, United States · Onsite	New York, New York, United States Onsite	Dec 16, 2025
AI Institute Fellow in Residence Full Time, Temporary · $150K New York City, New York, United States · Onsite	New York City, New York, United States Onsite	Oct 8, 2025
Senior Corporate Paralegal Full Time · $120K-$165K · 8+ YOE Los Angeles or Menlo Park · Onsite	Los Angeles or Menlo Park Onsite	Apr 8, 2025
Culinary & Facilities Steward Temporary · $52K/yr · 2+ YOE Newport, Rhode Island, United States · Onsite	Newport, Rhode Island, United States Onsite	Jan 22, 2025

Activities	Funding scientific research grantsManaging academic fellowship programsAdvancing AI safety researchSupporting climate systems modelingFacilitating interdisciplinary research networks
Headquarters	US
Industries	PhilanthropyScientific Research
Name	Schmidt Sciences
Employees	210
Type	Non-Profit
Parent Company	The Eric and Wendy Schmidt Fund for Strategic Innovation
Tagline	Nonprofit funding advanced scientific research and global technological breakthroughs.
Founded	2,024
Website	schmidtsciences.org

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