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Data is at the center of everything we do. As a startup, we disrupted the credit card industry by individually personalizing every credit card offer using statistical modeling and relational database, cutting edge technology in 1988! Fast-forward a few years, and this little innovation and our passion for data has skyrocketed us to a Fortune 200 company and a leader in the world of data‑driven decision‑making. As a Data Scientist at Capital One, you'll be part of a team that's leading the next wave of disruption at a whole new scale, using the latest in computing and machine learning technologies and operating across billions of customer records to unlock the big opportunities that help everyday people save money, time and agony in their financial lives. Team Description The LLM Customization team is on the cutting edge of GenAI and at the center of bringing our vision for AI at Capital One to life. The work of the AI Training Team touches every aspect of the model development life cycle and our deployed models in production drive business impact with visibility from our C‑Suite. Our team creates unprecedented amounts of high quality data for training and testing GenAI models; we care about how it's created, what's in those datasets, and the impact they have We are invested in building capabilities for evaluating and monitoring generative models; these methods must be state of the art, easy to use, and trusted by our users and contributors Horizontal capabilities enable vertical use case work; the team builds search, summarization, RAG, and agentic workflows for integration in production applications across the company We learn from our colleagues, attend conferences, publish papers, and maintain strong connections to the research community. In this role, you will: Partner with a cross‑functional team of data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers and product managers to deliver AI powered products that change how customers interact with their money. Leverage a broad stack of technologies - Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, Hugging Face, LangChain, Lightning, VectorDBs, and more - to reveal the insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data. Be the expert in Natural Language Processing (NLP) to harness the power of Large Language Models (LLMs), adapt and finetune them for customer facing applications and features. Build machine learning and NLP models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, and validation; partnering with engineering teams to operationalize them in scalable and resilient production systems that serve 80+ million customers. Flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals. The Ideal Candidate is: Customer first. You love the process of analyzing and creating, but also share our passion to do the right thing. You know at the end of the day it's about making the right decision for our customers. Innovative. You continually research and evaluate emerging technologies. You stay current on published state‑of‑the‑art methods, technologies, and applications and seek out opportunities to apply them. Creative. You thrive on bringing definition to big, undefined problems. You love asking questions and pushing hard to find answers. You're not afraid to share a new idea. A leader. You challenge conventional thinking and work with stakeholders to identify and improve the status quo. You're passionate about talent development for your own team and beyond. Technical. You're comfortable with advanced ML and DL technologies including language models and are passionate about developing further. You have hands‑on experience working with LLMs and solutions using open‑source tools and cloud computing platforms. Influential. You are passionate about AI/ML and can bring along a cross functional team in breakthrough innovations. You communicate clearly and effectively to share your findings with non‑technical audiences. You are experienced in training language models or large computer vision models as well as have expertise in one or more key subdomains such as training optimization, self‑supervised learning, explainability, RLHF. You have an engineering mindset as shown by a track record of delivering models at scale both in training data and inference volumes. You have experience in delivering libraries, platforms, or solution level code to existing products. Basic Qualifications Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining one of the following with an expectation that the required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date: A Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) plus 5 years of experience performing data analytics A Master's Degree in a quantitative field or an MBA with a quantitative concentration plus 3 years of experience performing data analytics A PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) plus 3 years of experience in data analytics, or PhD in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) At least 1 year of experience working with AWS At least 3 years' experience in Python, Scala, or R At least 3 years' experience with machine learning At least 3 years' experience with SQL Capital One will consider sponsoring a qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position. The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part‑time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. McLean, VA: $158,600 - $181,000 for Principal Associate, Data Science New York, NY: $173,000 - $197,400 for Principal Associate, Data Science San Jose, CA: $173,000 - $197,400 for Principal Associate, Data Science Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter. This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901‑4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations concerning criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1‑************ or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to **********************. Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third‑party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). #J-18808-Ljbffr

Novateur stands for Innovation. We value creativity, vision, collaboration, and above all, ambition to innovate. Novateur Research Solutions is an R&D firm located in Northern Virginia, developing intelligent systems that push the boundaries of computer vision, AI, and large-scale learning. We are hiring a Principal Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge programs in AI, computer vision, and intelligent systems. This role offers leadership opportunities to define new research directions and shape next-generation technologies. Responsibilities: • Serve as PI or co-PI on government-funded R&D programs. • Conceive, design, and oversee research in learning systems, spatiotemporal modeling, and geo-localization. • Publish, present, and contribute thought leadership to the AI community. • Mentor research staff and guide proposal development. Requirements: • PhD with 7+ years of research experience. • Demonstrated leadership in ML, vision, or scientific computing. • Record of funding, publications, and technical impact. • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Preferred: • Experience with multimodal learning, uncertainty quantification, or causal inference. Why Novateur? Join a team that values creativity and initiative. At Novateur, you'll lead transformative projects that redefine what's possible in intelligent systems. Company Benefits: Novateur offers competitive pay and benefits comparable to Fortune 500 companies that include a wide choice of healthcare options with generous company subsidy, 401(k) with generous employer match, paid holidays and paid time off increasing with tenure, and company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a work environment which fosters individual thinking along with collaboration opportunities within and beyond Novateur. In return, we expect a high level of performance and passion to deliver enduring results for our clients.

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: NACLC (T3) Job Family: Science and Research Job Qualifications: Skills: Brain Injury, Clinical Care, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No Job Description: GDIT's Federal Health/ Military Health team is hiring a TBI Subject Matter Expert (MD, DO, PhD, MD/PhD, OD) to join the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE) located at HQ in Silver Spring, MD. **Position is full-time, on-site** As the traumatic brain injury (TBI) Pathway of Care manager within the Military Health System (MHS), TBICoE promotes state-of-the-science care from point-of-injury to reintegration for Service members, veterans, and their families to prevent and mitigate consequences of mild to severe TBI. TBICoE unifies a system of TBI health care, reliably advancing the science for the warfighter and ready to meet future brain health challenges. Learn More here --> Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence | Health.mil S/he serves as the SME for TBI across the spectrum of severity . S/he is expected to perform with minimal direction and oversight in her/his areas of expertise and responsibility as part of a high-tempo office environment that is responsive to needs of DHA and DOD leadership, TBI clinicians/providers, brain health educators, and cognitive monitoring programmatic issues. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Serves as a TBICoE SME for mild, moderate, severe, and penetrating TBI including knowledge from prevention to rehabilitation and stays actively informed on emerging areas of brain health to include blast overpressure, high and low-level blast, cognitive monitoring and performance. Demonstrates knowledge of research on emerging areas of clinical practice, brain health threats, and warfighter-relevant demand signals. Provides expertise and analysis to TBICoE senior leadership on issues of TBI research, clinical care and standards of care for patients along the full continuum of TBI severity. Collaborates with and receives direction from TBICoE leadership, DoD health care policy offices and other SMEs to assist in enhancing metrics for evaluation of and standardization of TBI services and programs. May provide input for development of training platforms/tools. When appropriate, provides direct training. Provides consultation to leadership in TBICoE, DoD and clinical programs regarding the evidence on TBI evaluation, treatment and management, identification of gaps in evidence, the current and future needs in the military and future research requirements. Supports TBICoE researchers in their TBI research as an SME. May directly collaborate in TBICoE/DoD research projects. Attends and participates in scholarly, academic and scientific meetings related to TBI, brain health, blast, or cognitive monitoring. Must adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (required): Professional degree (MD, DO, PhD, MD/PhD, OD or relevant terminal doctorate degree) with specialty training in TBI-related field (e.g., physical medicine and rehabilitation science, physical or occupational therapy, cognitive neuroscience, neuro-ophthalmology, neuro-optometry, cognitive behavioral science, neurology, neurosurgery, or a related discipline. 5+ years of experience in healthcare and/or healthcare research required. Published in peer review publications and/or presentations at professional meetings. Excellent oral and written communications required. Knowledge of TBI and statistics, required. Must have strong collaborative and organizational skills. Must be able to pass a favorable T3 security investigation. WHAT WOULD BE EVEN BETTER (preferred): Prior experience or knowledge of DoD and VA health care systems strongly preferred. Current or prior board certification in field of expertise may be granted preference. GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 401K with company match Comprehensive health and wellness packages Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications Cutting-edge technology you can learn from Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays #GDITFedHealthJobs #GDITHealth #MilitaryHealthGDITJobs #GDITpriority The likely salary range for this position is $128,039 - $173,229. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA MD Silver Spring Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology. Employment Category: Full-Time Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site with global collaborations Travel: Frequent (domestic & international field missions, scientific meetings) Security Clearance: None Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship Salary: $130K - $175K Job Description: The Support Scientist IV will serve as a senior researcher under the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC, leading major research efforts in atmospheric science. This includes computational modeling, instrument development, and analysis of large satellite datasets. The role requires collaboration with scientists across institutions and management of junior researchers. ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery. Key Responsibilities Include: Plan and direct scientific research tasks in atmospheric science. Lead development of computational models and instrumentation concepts. Publish extensively and represent NASA at international conferences. Mentor and oversee other scientists within project teams. Benefits: Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability Flexible spending account Health savings account Tuition reimbursement Requirements 10+ years of scientific research experience. 5+ years of leadership in scientific project management. Strong background in atmospheric science with proven publication record. Advanced programming expertise (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python). Education: Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus ten years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

Job Description About Tonix* Tonix is a fully integrated biotechnology company, publicly traded on NASDAQ (ticker: TNXP), with marketed products and a pipeline of development candidates The Company is focused on commercializing, developing, discovering, and licensing therapeutics to treat and prevent human disease. In August 2025, Tonix received FDA approval for Tonmya™ (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets), a first-in-class, once-daily, non-opioid treatment for fibromyalgia. Tonmya is the first new fibromyalgia therapy approved in over 15 years, following successful Phase 3 trials demonstrating significant symptom improvement. Commercial launch is expected in the fourth quarter of 2025. Tonix also markets Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan injection) 3 mg and Tosymra (sumatriptan nasal spray) 10 mg, both indicated for the treatment of acute migraine with or without aura in adults. Tonix's development portfolio includes product candidates in central nervous system (CNS), immunology, immuno-oncology infectious disease and rare disease. The CNS pipeline features both small molecules and biologics to treat pain, neurologic, psychiatric, and addiction conditions. The immunology portfolio includes biologics to address organ transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and cancer. The infectious disease pipeline includes a vaccine in development to prevent smallpox and monkeypox, which also serves as a live virus vaccine platform for other infectious diseases. Finally, the rare disease portfolio includes a product in development for Prader-Willi syndrome, which has both orphan drug designation and rare pediatric disease designation grants from the FDA. Tonix owns and operates a state-of-the art infectious disease research facility in Frederick, Md. Please visit ******************* for specifics on the pipeline. *All of Tonix's product candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics and have not been approved for any indication. Position Overview Tonix Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our multidisciplinary R&D team at the Frederick Research & Development Center. This role integrates computational protein structure analysis with hands-on molecular biology and protein biochemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to host-directed therapeutic discovery, antiviral platforms, and vaccine design by combining AI/ML-based protein modeling with molecular biology and protein science to generate, express, and analyze protein targets. Key Responsibilities Perform protein structure modeling and design using platforms such as AlphaFold2/3, ESM, RFdiffusion, ProteinMPNN, and NetMHC. Build and refine bioinformatics workflows for large-scale sequence and structural analysis of host and viral proteins Perform molecular cloning, PCR, DNA and RNA isolation, bacterial transformation, and mutagenesis to generate expression constructs. Carry out protein expression and purification followed by protein characterization Collaborate with Tonix's imaging and cell biology teams to translate computational predictions into testable hypotheses in assays and animal models. Contribute to the development of user-friendly computational pipelines and visualization tools for internal scientists. Document and communicate results in reports, regulatory filings, and presentations to internal teams, collaborators, and external partners. Maintain awareness of emerging computational biology technologies to enhance Tonix's drug discovery capabilities. Required Qualifications B.S. or M.S. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field. Hands-on experience with protein structure prediction and computational protein design tools. Familiarity with core molecular biology and protein biochemistry methods (PCR, cloning, bacterial expression, Western blotting). Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams within Tonix's integrated discovery pipeline. Preferred: Experience with cloud computing platforms (Google Cloud, AWS) for large-scale protein modeling. Exposure to machine learning approaches in protein design and immunology. Prior experience with protein engineering for therapeutic applications. Track record of contributions to publications, posters, or conference presentations. Proficiency in Python, especially ML/AI packages. Experience in Linux operating systems and shell programming is desirable. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Compensation & Benefits Annualized base salary ranges from $60,000 to $90,000 plus target incentive; actual salaries will vary and may be above or below this range commensurate with several factors including experience, education, training, location, and merit. Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs Pet Insurance Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays Career Development and Training Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Your role: As an Associate Scientist 2 - In Vitro, your activities will support assay development through commercial application of new and innovative service offerings within the biosafety testing space. You are responsible for the scientific integrity of technical work performed in the laboratory, and are required to make scientific observations, maintain detailed workbooks/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards. Requirements also include maintaining a thorough understanding of company testing services, technical principles and applications as they apply to your position. * Conducts assigned testing with minimal supervision within constraints of lab scheduling. * Performs testing in accordance with SOPs and regulations (cGMP and GLP). * Maintains complete and comprehensive records for study integrity. * Makes detailed observations and documents results. * Demonstrates a consistently high level of quality of work. * Operates and maintains lab equipment as required by SOPs and testing procedures. * Performs peer review of assay batch/lab records to ensure Right First Time (RFT) * Utilizes applicable computer programs during testing and routine tasks (i.e. Word, Excel, Oracle, LIMS, BRIQS, etc.). * Utilizes problem solving/ trouble shooting skills. * Communicates deviations/ events, progress and interim results to Study Management. * Informs supervisor of deviations or factors that may affect quality and accuracy of data. * Maintains a working knowledge of lab procedures and assays. * Creates/ revises SOPs, laboratory records and other related documentation as assigned. * Assists with training of laboratory personnel as needed/ assigned * Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve standard laboratory techniques, improve protocols, processes and equipment * Complies with company health and safety regulations and procedures. * Performs other duties as assigned. Who You Are Minimum Qualifications: * Master's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 6+ months of scientific/laboratory experience * Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 1+ years of scientific/laboratory experience * Associate's Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years of scientific/laboratory experience * High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of scientific/laboratory experience Preferred Qualifications: * Experience in cell culture (including mammalian), and aseptic techniques. * GMP and/or GLP experience. * Experience with relevant laboratory practices, documentation, techniques, equipment, materials and mathematical calculations. * Basic skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint). * Effective verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work well independently and in a team based environment. Pay Range for this position - $24/hr - $37/hr The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Who We Are Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. We believe that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and our mission is to destroy cancer and advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. Our team members are made up of talented innovators and dreamers working from our offices in Rockville, Maryland, and Redwood City, California. At Arcellx, we hire exceptional people and create a fun, diverse, supportive, and informal environment that allows everyone to do their best work. What Matters to Us Living our core values is essential to maintaining a work environment that is high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative. We look for candidates who demonstrate strong values alignment and bring different backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities to the team. Arcellx Core Values Start with authenticity: We foster an inclusive environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. Think ‘we' before ‘me': We prioritize collective success, collaborating and supporting one another to achieve our shared goals. Embrace the challenge: We deliver exceptional results by working with shared determination and a commitment to doing what's right. How You'll Make a Difference As a Scientist within our Cell Biology group, you will have a direct impact our drug pipeline as a lab-based contributor and functional area lead within the project setting. Our potentially life-saving treatments would not exist without the work of our talented scientists. Your work as a member of our experienced cross-functional team will drive discovery, characterization, and optimization of novel cell-based therapies. The “Fine Print” - What You'll Do Contribute to one or more pipeline programs, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely generation and dissemination of critical program data to enable data-driven decisions. Design and execute experiments independently with minimal supervision, as well as effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion. Serve as a functional area lead within a project setting; helping to derive timelines, plan, and execute to help achieve project goals. Stay up to date with relevant technical and intellectual scientific expertise in tumor biology and cancer modelling, particularly as it relates to CAR-T cell biology or other cell-based therapies. Skills and Experience We Look For Candidates with a master's degree and 4-6+ years research experience within the pharmaceutical industry or a PhD-level scientist from a relevant field and 0-2 years industry experience. Specific backgrounds of interest are: Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T-cells or alternative cell-based cancer therapeutics Other Immuno-modulatory drug modalities (T-cell engagers or multi-specific proteins) Autoimmune diseases research (Emerging therapies, pathogenic mechanisms, immune tolerance & reset, signaling pathways) Expertise in manipulating immune cells, particularly T cells, including purification, transfection/transduction, activation and expansion, and cryopreservation. Familiarity with markers of memory, exhaustion, and activation for phenotyping of CAR-T cells by flow cytometry. Expertise in immune cell assays including multiparameter flow cytometry, in vitro cell based assays (e.g. cytotoxicity, proliferation, degranulation), live cell analysis (IncuCyte), cytokine measurement (ELISA or Lumit), and multiplex assays. Preferably experience on BD instruments or Cytek Aurora for flow cytometry. Expertise in pseudotyped lentivirus generation by transient transfection. Expertise in basic cell line manipulation, including transient transfection, CRISPR knockout, antigen overexpression, and single cell cloning. Expertise in basic molecular biology techniques, including genomic DNA extraction and qPCR for vector copy number measurement. Familiarity with methods to pre-clinically assess efficacy, specificity, and safety of CAR-T cells or other novel immuno-oncology agents. Familiarity with in vivo models of human cancer, including cell line derived xenografts or patient-derived xenografts. Effective and timely communication of results and relevant scientific literature. Communicate detailed observations on experiments and assist in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols. Proficient in common software, including GraphPad Prism, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SnapGene, and FlowJo, for data analysis, documentation, and presentation. Commitment to ethical scientific investigations and rigorous experimental methods. Ability and desire to multitask and function in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. Interpersonal skills that promote a collaborative and productive lab environment. Effective and efficient written and oral communication skills. Rewards at Arcellx Our people are our greatest asset, and supporting their well-being is an essential part of delivering on our mission and impacting the lives of patients. Putting this belief into practice means offering strong compensation and benefits. The base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $125,000 per year. Where a candidate falls within that range is determined by factors such as years of experience. Our compensation package also includes an annual bonus based on company goals and an equity (RSU) grant. We do offer relocation assistance for roles if required. Our market-leading benefits package includes: 100% coverage for medical, dental and vision for team members and dependents, unlimited vacation, a 3-day weekend every month, fully-paid parental leave for up to 6 months, tuition reimbursement, 401k employer contribution and more. Join us in our quest to reimagine cell therapy and destroy cancer. For more on our technology, culture, and team, go to **************** #LI-Onsite

Piper Companies is looking for a Scientist to join a large pharmaceutical manufacturing company. This is onsite in Frederick, MD. Great chance to get hands-on industry experience! Essential Duties of the Scientist: * Support an R&D technical project focused on Process Analytical Technologies (PAT) * Apply advanced analytical chemistry and spectroscopy techniques to support research objectives. * Conduct and analyze experiments using: Raman spectroscopy, FTIR (infrared spectroscopy), Chromatography, Mass spectrometry. * Document experimental findings and contribute to project reports. Qualifications of the Scientist: * Education: PhD in Analytical Chemistry or a closely related field * Strong spectroscopy experience gained through PhD research or postdoctoral work * Hands-on experience with: * Raman spectroscopy * FTIR / infrared spectroscopy * Chromatography and mass spectrometry Compensation for the Scientist: * $90,000 - $120,000 (based on experience) * Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, paid holidays, Sick Leave as required by law, paid holidays This job opens for applications on 1/16/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-LS3 #LI-ONSITE Keywords: 401k, 401k match, pto, paid time off, holiday, medical, dental, health, culture, doccontrol, doc control, document control, gmp, good manufacturing practice, cro, cmo, cdmo, contract manufacturing organization, contract development manufacturing organization, manufacturing, scientist, research and development, r&d, spectrometry, chemistry, analytical chemistry, chemist, raman, chromatography, ftir, infrared, post-doc, postdoc, post doc, doctoral, phd, ph.d, ph d, pharma, pharmaceutical, industry, pat, process analytical technology, process analytical technologies,

Contractor(s) shall provide services in support of the overall functions of the Laboratory of Viral Diseases LVD/NIH located in Bethesda, Maryland. MANDATORY EDUCATION: PhD or Master's degree with at least five (5) years of post-masters experience. Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a laboratory setting. Experience in Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Assays (ChIP Assays). FIELD OF STUDY: Immunology, Microbiology, Micropathology, Science, and Biology EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of statistics, of virology, and of epigenetics is required. Experience working with DNA viruses; titering, infection of tissue culture cells, fluorescent and confocal microscopy. Familiarity with bioinformatic analyses of RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq, ATAC-seq, and protein purification chromatography.

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Join Improbable U.S. Defense & National Security and you will help users leverage our synthetic environment development platform to plan and train for the most complex security threats in the world. Working along experts in AI, Machine Learning, computational modeling, and distributed systems, you will put multiplayer gaming technology to life-saving use. Our mission? To enable the most realistic and effective virtual worlds ever experienced. Our team in Arlington, VA, and across several other locations in the US, is focused on applying our technology to solve real-world Defense and National Security problems. At Improbable, you will be surrounded by people who want to improve everything and everyone around them, and who compel you to improve yourself. We're motivated by the fulfillment of solving hard problems to achieve something profound and transformative. Our applied scientists are solution focused, collaborating in diverse technical teams to design, build, deploy, and evaluate complex models and simulations that help solve a variety of real-world problems. Your work could entail anything from the creation of realistic synthetic entities and environments to modeling real world systems.Areas for Impact Bring together best in class models to build and iterate on the most appropriate application of Modeling & Simulation. Iteratively design and prototype models of real-world systems that enable our customers to interrogate the past, understand the present, and predict the future. Collaborate with engineers to implement high performance models in production environments. Work closely with Improbable's product team to enhance our foundational technology platform. Critically assess the type and quality of customer or open-source data and define modeling assumptions and capture uncertainty. Take ownership of ensuring and demonstrating the reliability of the models that we create. Work closely with our technology customers to understand their problems and develop use cases for Improbable technology. Additionally, you will drive thought leadership within the company and help our clients understand their needs and design their model and simulation strategies. This involves keeping up to date with a diverse body of cutting-edge research, designing and prototyping new technical approaches, and rapidly developing expertise in new subject areas to support new bids and projects. We'd like to hear from you if you identify with any of the following Strong background and experience in delivery of technical, data-rich projects ideally for external clients. Degree in a scientific, engineering, or mathematical field, ideally with a computational element. Demonstrated knowledge in a statistical modeling and analysis. Demonstrated experience with agent-based modeling, micro-simulation, computational social science, or modeling socio-technical systems. Experience using game engines such as Unity and Unreal. Pragmatic coding ability - with fluency in at least one relevant programming language and the openness to learn and adapt to a variety of languages. We use Python, R, Java, C, C++, and many related tools and libraries. Breaking down problem requirements, selecting effective analytical methods, and developing defensible solutions. Probabilistic programming. You can see our early open-sourced work here. Working with real, complex data, including geospatial data. Effectively communicating with clients in person, in writing, and with visualization. While we think the above experience could be important, we're keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is actively looking for an experienced Natural Language Processing (NLP) Scientist to support the National Library of Medicine (NLM) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This individual will create a genotype-phenotype database focused on influenza viruses by developing an NLP pipeline that includes named entity recognition, entity linking, and relationship extraction. The resulting database will be used by the influenza research community for risk assessment. If you enjoy being a part of a high performing, professional service and technology focused organization, please apply today! Duties & Responsibilities: Design and implement an NLP pipeline that includes named entity recognition, entity linking, and relationship extraction. Extract genotype-phenotype relations for influenza from literature and populate the database. Construct and maintain the genotype-phenotype database. Document the approach, the pipeline, and the database structure. Core Expertise: Formal education with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. Experience with NLP methods, including named entity recognition, entity linking, and relationship extraction. Ability to develop an NLP pipeline and produce structured outputs from literature sources, Preferred Qualifications: Domain knowledge about influenza or related areas. Contract Period This position is currently set to be 9-12 months in length.

We are seeking a Scientist to support the National Institutes of Health's (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference. CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs. Our employees enjoy a collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad. Responsibilities Method development Establish best practices in conducting complex multi-parameter flow cytometry experiments through experimentation and testing of different methods and protocols. Evaluate and test fluorescent reagents available from commercial vendors and advise on their use. Identify and implement new flow cytometry-related technologies to enhance VRC's capabilities in deep profiling immune cells. Explore and be familiar with analytical tools available to conduct high-dimension data analysis. Develop protocols for sorting infectious samples, ensuring compliance with international safety standards. Training Conduct routine basic and advanced training and educational efforts on flow cytometry methods and applications for researchers and collaborators, including safety and technical workshops for analyzers and cell sorters. Train staff and users on new equipment and ensure new equipment performs up to the existing standards and tolerances. Ensure that best practices in flow cytometry are implemented and educate FCC staff and VRC users accordingly. Work with VRC PIs to develop flow cytometric protocols, data analysis, and data presentation to ensure the highest level of quality. Operations Support cell sorting projects with well-documented quality procedures and practices. Engage in risk assessment program for all active cell sorting projects and advise researchers accordingly. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and update procedural manuals and methods for the FCC cell sorting facility. Analyze laboratory testing reports and maintain detailed logs of all work-related activities. Identify and address unexpected test discrepancies, recommending solutions. Interface with researchers, suppliers, reference labs, and equipment personnel to support operational needs. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or a related biomedical research field. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in flow cytometry and immunology. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing cutting-edge flow cytometry techniques. Experience in providing supervised and unsupervised single cell data analysis solutions for high-parameter flow cytometry. Experience in setting up immunophenotyping pipelines for high-dimensional flow cytometry. Experience in working within a core/shared resource facility preferred. Strong collaboration and effective communication skills. All support positions required a minimum of a BS degree; some require a MS, MD, or Ph.D. The education, skills and relevant years of experience required for each support position are consistent with those identified as the minimum requirements for the labor categories specified in the contract. Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Ability to lift or carry less than 25 pounds, lift or carry 25- 50 pounds, push or pull less than 25 pounds, push or pull 25 - 45 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands. Must have depth perception, have correctable near vision, and ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to work alone and closely with others. Will be required to be in contact with nonhuman primate tissues, human blood and other body fluids, and class 1-4 lasers (open or closed). Will work with aerosols, biological inhalants, corrosive substances, plastics, and solvents. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, lab coat, disposable dust/surgical mask, and respirator (powered air purified respirator (PAPR)). Please submit your resume online at ************** . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law. CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

About Millennial Software: Millennial Software is revolutionizing the landscape of security and defense by leveraging our core competencies in software development, automation, DevSecOps, and machine learning. We are an employee-owned company, every employee receives equity in the company 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and all dependents Ability to get increased salary if you don't need medical/dental/vision 100% company-paid disability and life insurance benefits 15% 401(k) company contribution 30 days of PTO/holidays Generous training budget Paid Paternal and Maternal Leave Business development / growth incentives Top notch company swag About the Position: Millennial Software is seeking an experienced SIGINT/RF/DSP Technical Lead to provide expert-level guidance and leadership for critical intelligence operations. In this role, you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, driving mission success through innovative signal processing approaches and effective stakeholder engagement. You'll lead a talented team of analysts and engineers while serving as the go-to technical authority. Essential Functions: Provide technical leadership and deep expertise in SIGINT, RF signal processing, and digital signal processing to guide mission-critical operations. Lead and mentor a diverse team of analysts and engineers across multiple concurrent projects and operational taskings. Translate complex technical challenges into clear, actionable insights for leadership, mission partners, and stakeholders at all levels. Drive technical strategy and approach for RF collection, analysis, and exploitation activities. Collaborate across organizational boundaries to solve challenging SIGINT problems and deliver operational impact. Present technical findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership and external partners. Foster a collaborative team environment while maintaining operational readiness and technical excellence. Requirements Required Qualifications: Current TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related STEM field (or equivalent professional experience). 6+ years of relevant SIGINT/RF/DSP experience (or 4+ years with a Master's degree). Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams or projects. Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Strong problem-solving abilities and collaborative mindset. Ability to work on-site at one of the following locations - Virginia: Fairfax, Chantilly, McLean, Sterling, or Colorado: Colorado Springs. Nice to have: Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in relevant technical discipline. Experience with RF signal collection, processing, and analysis systems. Proficiency with signal processing tools and programming languages (MATLAB, Python, C++, etc.). Background in software-defined radio (SDR), modulation/demodulation techniques, or communications intelligence. Familiarity with SIGINT collection architectures and operational workflows. Experience working in fast-paced operational environments supporting government customers. Track record of mentoring junior team members and building technical capability. Millennial Software Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. Salary Description $145,000 - $210,000

Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is seeking a highly motivated Transportation Research Scientist/ Engineer at all levels in multiscale traffic simulations (macro/meso/micro), traffic management and signal control, and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) research and development. Areas of focus include large traffic network management, traffic flow theory, traffic signal operation/control, DSRC/cellular based V2I, V2V applications, and Connected/Automated Vehicles. Experience with multi-modal transportation system management/modeling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence is a plus. JOB DUTIES • Conduct innovative research and development in traffic control/operation, ITS, and transportation network • Conduct traffic simulations to support applications of AI/machine learning algorithms for improved traffic management and operations • Test and improve transportation system hardware and software • Write research proposals and technical reports REQUIRED SKILLS • Proficient in traffic control algorithm development • Proficient in traffic simulation and signal timing software such as VISSIM, CORSIM, Aimsun, and Synchro. Out of the options listed, VISSIM proficiency is particularly desired. • Proficient in hardware/software in the loop simulation, traffic signal control, and interface standards (NEMA, 2070, NTCIP, etc.), high-resolution signal controller data analysis • 3+ years of experience in traffic simulations, traffic data analysis, traffic incident management, traffic signal control, and DSRC/cellular based CAV applications • Good writing/communication skills DESIRED SKILLS • Wide-area traffic network modeling/management • Basic knowledge of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (e.g. expert system, neural network, etc.) • High-resolution signal controller data analysis, signal performance measure, traffic safety study, traffic flow prediction/demand forecast • JAVA, C, VB, Database and Linux programming skills • DSRC protocols, CAV • Proposal writing experience EDUCATION Ph.D. or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering (CE), Transportation Engineering (TE), Electrical Engineering (EE)/Computer Science (CS), or related field. ABOUT IAI Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is a technology innovation company headquartered in Rockville, MD, conducts state of the art research and product development in the areas of Robotics, Signal Processing and Control, Sensor Technology, Distributed Intelligent Systems and other areas (visit *************** We specialize in providing advanced technology solutions and R&D services to federal agencies, and corporations throughout the United States and internationally. IAI's core R&D areas include Air Traffic Management, Big Data and Social Media Analytics, Control and Signal Processing, Transportation Research/Development and Services, Cyber Security, Education, and Training Technologies, Health Technologies, Modeling and Simulation, Networks and Communications, Robotics and Sensor Systems. For more information on IAI, please visit ************** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. IAI is an EEO/AA employer.

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************ We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well. Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset. Job Description • BioProcess Engineering (BPE) department is responsible for scale up, tech transfer, and facility fit of clinical and commercial processes to manufacturing. BPE is also responsible for producing development drug substance material and data from pilot facilities. Members of Development Scale-up Center (DSC), within BPE, produce materials up to 500L scale for toxicology and process development studies, to confirm process performance and to troubleshoot issues in GMP facility, and work with cross functional team on technology evaluations. • This position is focused on upstream cell culture and fermentation processes supporting scalability and production of therapeutic proteins in DSC. Position is a hands-on laboratory and production-based role. Responsibilities include but are not limited to media preparations, routine sub-culturing of cells and fermentations. The candidate will assist in adaptation of transferred information for scale-up processes from late stage development to DSC as well as assisting in the production of various tox and development materials, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with the production processes and/or equipment, identifying root causes for deviations, implementing corrective/preventative actions, assisting in implementing new technologies, and trending/analyzing data. • The candidate will assist in compiling data and expected to summarize and assist in interpreting results. The candidate will also maintain production and laboratory equipment. Qualifications Education: • Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in scientific, engineering or related field. Experience: • For the RA, we require a BS with 2 - 5 years or a MS with 0 - 2 years of relevant experience. • For the AS, we require a BS with a minimum of 5 years or MS with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Additional Information Special Skills/ Abilities • Hands on proficiency in cell culture and/or fermentation and good aseptic techniques. Bioreactor/fermenter operation experience is preferred. • Good documentation, writing and communication skills in a team based setting are essential.

Fiber Laser Scientist Herndon, VA While working as a Fiber Laser Scientist at Fibertek, you will lead the design and development, integration, and test of advanced fiber laser systems typically with performance requirements beyond the state-of-the-art. Fibertek is a leader in the design, development, and delivery of advanced laser systems and technologies for military and aerospace applications. Your Job We are looking for and experienced and motivated fiber laser scientist or engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team and lead the design and demonstration of advanced laser systems. Example focus missions include space-based laser communications, lidar for tactical defense applications, earth-sensing lidar, and navigational lidars for planetary and docking missions. Fibertek's engineering teams simultaneously tackle laser optical performance beyond state-of-the-art while engineering systems for performance on challenging platforms with limited size, mass, and power and over stressing vibration, thermal, and/or radiation conditions. Delivered systems make a national impact to customers at NASA and throughout the defense community. The work-load will at times include multiple concurrent projects with a mix of short duration research programs and longer duration technology maturation programs resulting in a work culture that is team-oriented, intellectually stimulating, and consistently rewarding. Lead the engineering development of unique laser designs through modeling fiber laser performance, design analysis, component specification, and hardware assembly, integration, and test Coordinate and support the build, alignment, and performance characterization of fiber lasers including multi-stage amplifiers, phase & amplitude modulation implementation, spectral and coherent beam combining Coordinate and perform formal acceptance and qualification testing Participate in customer interactions including formal technical reviews Required Skills and Experience To exceed in this Fiber Laser Scientist role, you'll need the below expertise and experience: MS or PhD in Physics or Optical Engineering w/ a minimum of 5 years of direct hands-on fiber laser experience including designing, building, characterizing laser systems Knowledge of the laser theory and industry best practices associated with fiber laser systems including continuous wave lasers, pulsed, high peak power fiber, advanced fiber architectures, single-frequency injection locked lasers, low frequency noise lasers, electrical and thermal sub-systems. Expertise in laser physics of fiber lasers and amplifiers, including ytterbium, erbium, and/or thulium gain materials. Familiarity with relevant nonlinear processes and impacts to laser performance. Examples include Stimulated Brillouin Scattering, Four-Wave Mixing, Stimulated Raman Scattering, and Transverse Modulational Instability. Foundational understanding of fiber-optic components including types of fibers, pump lasers, couplers, modulators, isolators, mode-field adapters, polarization components, and others. Knowledge of tools for modeling fiber laser performance such as Matlab, RP Power Fiber or equivalent software Ability to design and execute experiments validating laser system performance and correlate the results with the expected performance Strong communication and documentation skills for efficient multidisciplinary communication US citizenship required Please apply today for this full-time Herndon-based Fiber Laser Scientist role and join the leader in the development of state-of-the-art laser and electro-optic solutions. Why Fibertek, Inc? At FIBERTEK, Inc. we pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment with minimal bureaucracy. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits. Fibertek, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or via email at ***************.

Company Introduction: Over 90 years of quality products and superior service. Intermediate-level R&D scientific position where the incumbent is recognized within their R&D group as a key contributor or can contribute immediately. The successful candidate will be a productive, hands-on researcher with capabilities to understand the scientific principles involved in a product platform and can contribute improvements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES 60% Design and conduct experiments using materials science principles to provide technical direction for research projects and to provide analytical service to our stakeholders. Contribute to driving R&D projects to commercial fruition. 20% Drive pilot and production scale-up activities in support of commercialization of products and processes 10% Develop new and revised test procedures to address needs of R&D, operations, and the customer 10% Perform other duties as assigned Level Based Competencies Earning Trust Communication Continuous Improvement Initiating Action Innovation Applied Learning Adaptability Quality Orientation Work Standards Driving Execution Safety Focus Technical Knowledge / Skills Strong chemistry and engineering skills (intermediate) Uses standard DOE principles to set up and analyze experiments (intermediate) Able to use SPC data to progress in trouble-shooting (intermediate) Laboratory safety and understanding of OSHA and MSHA requirements (intermediate) Knowledge in product quality tests and product requirements versus specifications (intermediate) Capable of refining and reducing to practice patentable/trade secret ideas and concepts (intermediate) Learns and utilizes electronic laboratory notebook software (intermediate) Required to become familiar with a product line, SGI businesses, scale up processes (intermediate) General Knowledge / Skills Effective verbal and written communicator (intermediate) Highly proficient in spreadsheet, document, and presentation applications (advanced) Prioritizes projects and tasks based on assigned project priorities (intermediate) Analysis & problem solving skills (intermediate) Collaborative and team-building skills (intermediate) Leadership / Supervision Provides technical direction for several smaller projects Normally receives general direction on key and larger projects, especially at project onset Could be providing technical service for key product lines Must work with functional resources to achieve goals Manages own time and capable of managing technician flow Adherence to performance review and goal setting process Proactively seeks guidance from other team members when needed Good ability to apply feedback received for process improvement Required to give formal technical progress/project reports to R&D and management Education / Experience BS in Chemistry, Materials Science, or other chemical/engineering disciplines, with 2-4 years of relevant experience or 3-6 years of other industrial laboratory / R&D experience Dimensions No. of direct reports: 0 No. of indirect reports: N/A Travel requirements: Domestic up to 10% Working conditions: Primarily industrial R&D laboratory and office setting, requiring eye, hearing, hand, foot, and respiratory PPE. Occasional duties at manufacturing locations may be performed in enclosed facilities and/or outdoor areas where extremes of heat, cold, dust, noise, wet conditions and rough terrain exist Physical requirements: Computer, MSHA / OSHA, lifting objects up to 40 lbs., extended or irregular hours, bending, kneeling, stooping Specialty Granules LLC offers exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including family health, vision, dental, and family-building benefits. Our employees are offered a generous 401K program, including an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions from your first day as an employee. We also offer additional programs including a generous tuition reimbursement program. Employees are also provided paid leave options, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and volunteer time off. Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.Base Salary Range: $76,000-$104,500 At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday. SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of our recruitment and hiring process, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.