Materials Science Account Manager
The posting
Schrödinger, the leading software and service provider for atomic-scale modeling and physics-based chemical simulations, seeks anAccount Manager who will be responsible for establishing our materials science solutions in Europe.
This position offers a great opportunity to build and maintain a portfolio of materials science accounts within diverse industries (e.g., chemicals, aerospace, electronics, energy, etc.) across the continent.
Who will love this job
- An avid enthusiast of computational chemistry software, research informatics, and/or materials science/chemistry
- An experienced business strategist who enjoys communicating opportunities with colleagues and maintaining accurate sales forecasts
- An outstanding customer relationship manager
- A highly motivated self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team
- An excellent communicator and problem-solver
- An enthusiastic traveler who’s willing to be on the road part of the time
What you’ll do
- Build a pipeline by identifying and creating new business opportunities
- Communicate the benefits of digital chemistry approaches to industry
- Work with the scientific and IT teams by planning/conducting customer presentations, demonstrations, road shows and special events
- Continuously monitor market dynamics, analyze market opportunities, and build and execute marketing plans
- Manage key accounts
- Produce timely and accurate revenue forecasts
- Travel to customers and prospects as needed
What you should have
- Advanced degree in chemistry, materials science or a related field
- At least two years of business experience in the scientific software space (local market knowledge is a plus)
- Fluency in English (German or French is a plus)
- Motivation to develop a market
Our benefits include local transport reimbursement, a BahnCard 50, our Employee Equity Plan, the EGYM Wellpass (corporate fitness program), bike leasing, an employee volunteer program, our donation match program, access to the corporate benefits platform, a dedicated counseling service, and our travel insurance. When you’re in the office you can profit from our central location, the charging of personal devices with green energy, stocked kitchens with coffee/tea, fruit, snacks, and beverages, and the organization of team-building and social events.
Estimated base salary range: €65k to €85k. Actual compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, degrees held, market data, and business needs. If you have any questions regarding the compensation for this role, do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Strategic Growth team.
As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.
Taken from Schrödinger's own posting, last seen live on 2 Nov 2026.
The application
Your details, CV and cover letter, then 5 questions.
- 1.Are you authorized to work in the country specified for this role?Yes or no
- 2.Are you subject to a notice period at your current employer?Yes or no · optional
- 3.If the answer to the question above is yes, what is the length of the notice period?Short answer · optional
- 4.Are you subject to any prior or existing agreements which would limit, restrict, or prevent you from performing the duties of the position for which you have applied, such as a non-solicitation or a non-competition agreement?Yes or no · optional
- 5.If the answer to the question above is yes, please provide additional information relating to your obligations and/or employment restrictions.Short answer · optional
From Schrödinger's apply page, checked 1 Nov 2026.
About Schrödinger
Sells a physics-based computational chemistry platform for discovering and optimizing molecules to pharma and biotech R&D groups, materials and electronics makers, universities and government labs, and runs its own clinical drug pipeline.
Pay schedule: Base salary with stock options (equity-based pay for the business development director, an Employee Equity Plan in Germany) and benefits that include a 401k and more than a month of paid vacation in the US; only the Tokyo posting mentions a bonus or incentive plan.
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