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Azure Cloud Architect - Secure, Scalable Cloud & DR Expert
Netimpact Strategies 3.7
Graduate research assistant job in Bethesda, MD
A leading company in digital transformation is seeking an experienced Azure Subject Matter Expert to optimize cloud configurations and manage applications within Microsoft Azure environments. This position involves ensuring efficient cloud-based solutions and maintaining documentation while adhering to rigorous security standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and extensive experience in Azure technologies, with certifications that validate expertise.
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$37k-54k yearly est. 5d ago
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Research Programs Specialist
ROCS Grad Staffing
Graduate research assistant job in Columbia, MD
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Research Programs Specialist to support research funding, investigator support, and research education initiatives within a mission-driven organization. This role plays a key operational and administrative function across grant programs, reporting, financial coordination, and event support.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable managing multiple deadlines, and enjoys supporting research and professional development initiatives behind the scenes.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Administration & Program Support
Conduct compliance checks on grant applications prior to review
Maintain submission trackers and reporting databases
Assist with grant review preparation, including reviewer materials
Update application statuses within online grant management systems
Support grant processing, monitoring, and closeout activities
Reporting & Program Evaluation
Track awardee reports and deliverables
Generate and organize reporting data for internal stakeholders
Follow up with award recipients regarding outstanding reports
Assist with grant outcomes analysis and summary reporting
Financial & Administrative Support
Prepare payment and travel reimbursement requests, including documentation collection
Submit approved requests for processing
Maintain funded award tracking tools and checklists
Support financial stewardship across research-related programs
Meetings, Events & Publications
Assist with planning and preparation for professional meetings and educational events
Provide logistical and material support for conferences and workshops
Draft outlines and assist with content preparation for research-related communications
Support internal publication and article development as needed
Operations & Clerical Support
Maintain shared workspaces and inventory related to program operations
Prepare printed materials, binders, signage, and shipping materials for events
Support general office organization and administrative tasks
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred (health science, research, or related field a plus)
Experience in research, grants, or program administration strongly preferred
Willingness to attend evening calls (approximately 3-6 per month)
Availability for limited weekend work (3-5 times per year)
$56k-95k yearly est. 2d ago
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Opinion Bureau
Graduate research assistant job in Halfway, MD
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$50k-100k yearly est. 1d ago
Teaching Assistant
Alphabets LLC 4.8
Graduate research assistant job in Elkridge, MD
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Job Summary
We are looking for an energetic Teaching Assistant to join our team! As a Teaching Assistant, you will assist the classroom teacher with classroom duties and instruction. Your goal is to create a welcoming learning environment and provide students with the tools they need to reach their full potential. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, and has a passion for teaching!
Responsibilities:
Assist students individually and in small groups
Supervise students in the classroom and elsewhere in the school
Enforce classroom rules and procedures
Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records
Communicate with parents and school personnel as requested by the head teacher
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Previous experience as a teaching assistant is preferred
Understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Energetic and positive attitude
Ability to pass a background check
$81k-113k yearly est. 3d ago
Research Programs Specialist
American Urological Association 3.9
Graduate research assistant job in Linthicum, MD
The American Urological Association (AUA) is the premier urologic association, providing invaluable support to the urologic community through education, research, and advocacy. We strive to create a positive experience for employees through our commitment to effective talent acquisition and onboarding, talent management and career development, providing a positive working environment, and our focus on physical, mental, and financial wellness.
We are currently accepting resumes from qualified candidates for the position of Research Programs Specialist. External candidates must complete the online application process, including submission of a current resume or curriculum vitae. Please review the associated Position Description for the required education, skills, and competencies prior to formal submission on our Career Center website.
We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; discretionary contribution and 403(b) plans; generous leave program; paid holidays; sick leave; on-site gym; company-paid life, LTD, and STD insurance; beautiful facility; very generous contributions to continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
$72k-92k yearly est. Auto-Apply 24d ago
Retail Sales Associate REISTERSTOWN | Chartley Dr All in Avg. $30
Imobile 4.8
Graduate research assistant job in Reisterstown, MD
We're a national Wireless Preferred Retailer with 200+ retail stores across the U.S. Since '93, we've been providing superior service and quality wireless products featuring the latest in technology. As a recognized leader in the wireless retail industry, we consistently deliver the solutions and service our customer's demand! Do you think you have what it takes to be an Archer? If so, keep reading!
Arch Telecoms Mobile Associates (MA) work as part of a Retail Team to bring the brand to life. They live and breathe the brand and Arch Telecoms Core Values. Our MAs are brand ambassadors, they create energy and excitement around our products and services. They thrive in a fast-paced fun environment where customer needs are their first focus. They immerse themselves in meaningful connections with our customers by building new and deepening existing relationships. They continuously work to build expertise in uncovering our customers needs and have a passion to educate, demonstrate and recommend device and service solutions. This role is a learning role, where you will be expected to work with your team to build required skills and expertise in preparation for a promotion to Mobile Expert upon training completion.
What you'll do in your role?
Learn and build proficiency in customer service, while concurrently providing a best in class customer experience and building loyalty by:
* Helping customers pick up right where they left off in their shopping journey, whether online, through Customer Care or in-store
* Exploring individual needs and providing hands-on demonstrations of the latest and greatest technology in-store.
* Side-by-side selling to find personalized solutions beyond the bare-bones device and service plan that keep our customers connected to the people and lifestyle they love, including anything from unique accessories to up and coming Internet of Things (IOT) devices.
* Guide your customers through their purchasing experience thoughtful questions, informative answers and sharing your expertise.
Approaching service and sales needs with patience, honesty, and empathy.
Become proficient in the use of digital tools designed to enhance interactions and onboarding to actively demonstrate:
* How our ever-expanding coverage stacks up in our customers neighborhood, providing them with a lightning fast LTE network!
* Why plans and services will let our customers live unlimited, feel the love, stay connected and go further.
* How were redefining how wireless is done, down to device and account inspection, review and troubleshooting.
Complete training on in-store experience, new skills and processes, knowledge of systems and reference resources.
Build relationships with and partner with employees across channels, including business and customer service to:
* Collectively own the customer experience and resolve issues, creating a seamless, run-around-free environment.
* Successfully identify and handoff small business leads.
* Develop strong peer relationships where we are all accountable for the companys success.
* Be willing to have a good time while providing first class customer experience
The ideal candidate will bring:
* A strong desire to learn and master the skills required of our customer advocates and to build meaningful connections with our customers.
* Competitive drive and demonstrates the confidence to succeed in a fast-paced sales environment.
* Willingness to work alongside peers and store leaders, learning and sharing best practices, while serving customers and providing resolutions to issues.
* Effective at balancing customer experience and performance goals.
* 6 months of customer service and/or sales experience, Retail environment preferred
Whats in it for you?
* Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
* Competitive hourly pay
* Uncapped commission earnings
* Automatic raises when reaching attainable milestones
* Exciting opportunities for career advancement
* A culture of care & excellence
* Health Benefits for Full Time Employees
* BONUSES: Monthly sales incentive programs, contests, rewards and more.
What must haves do you need?
* Be at least 18 years of age
* High school degree or GED
* Ability to stand for long periods of time
* Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25lbs
* Reliable transportation
* Full Time (40 hours) or Part Time (20+ hours) availability
Diversity & Inclusion is a foundational principle of Arch Telecom. Embracing a diverse workforce is a significant contributor to our success as an organization. Employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences allow us to better reflect the communities whom we serve and result in a superior customer and employee experience. We embrace the diversity that makes our employees unique, and we welcome everyone to our team. YOU BE YOU!
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$34k-50k yearly est. 1d ago
Research Scientist / Computer Systems Researcher - Mid to Expert Level (Maryland)
Department of Defense
Graduate research assistant job in Fort Meade, MD
Department of Defense National Security Agency/Central Security Service Print Share * * * * Save * This job is open to * Requirements * How you will be evaluated * Required documents * How to apply NSA is in search of Computer Science professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to storing, manipulating, and presenting information. We are looking for you to apply your computer science expertise to projects that seek to create new standards for the transformation of information. If you want to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations; join our team of experts!
Summary
NSA is in search of Computer Science professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to storing, manipulating, and presenting information. We are looking for you to apply your computer science expertise to projects that seek to create new standards for the transformation of information. If you want to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations; join our team of experts!
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Open & closing dates
01/12/2026 to 01/19/2026
Salary $105,262 to - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade GG 11 - 15
Location
few vacancies in the following location:
Fort Meade, MD
Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
* 1550 Computer Science
Supervisory status No Security clearance Top Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
* National security
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number 1252885 Control number 854231500
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Individuals with disabilities
Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.
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NSA Research Scientists are actively expanding the boundaries of what can be accomplished with artificial intelligence, machine learning, human-machine teaming, software reverse engineering, data science, novel architectures, cyber security, high performance computing, and computational linguistics. Our experts generalize mission problems, advance the scientific state-of-the-art to solve problems, and work with other NSA organizations to get solutions in front of mission users and decision-makers.
Our researchers also have the opportunity to collaborate regularly with the scientific community, academia, industry, and other government laboratories; publish papers on unclassified aspects of our work in scientific journals and at conferences; transfer NSA technology to the marketplace through open source software releases and public-private partnerships; serve as faculty members at local universities; and participate in university and K-12 STEM outreach activities across the country.
The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate sound judgement, strong technical skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment, as well as independently. Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a proven track record of analyzing and solving technical problems with innovative solutions are also preferred. The candidate should have demonstrated success in conducting Computer Science research to include turning research ideas into running prototype-grade systems.
As a Research Scientist, other responsibilities may include:
* Conducting scientific experiments, documenting results, and communicating with colleagues, customers, and decision makers
* Training, testing, and deploying machine learning models
* Applying software engineering principles to design and/or develop software applications
* Designing and optimizing algorithms, data structures, modeling, and analytics to solve real-world scientific problems
* Using principles, techniques, procedures, and tools to architect and facilitate the development of hardware solutions
* Developing methods and applications for tools to exploit and analyze computer systems and network vulnerabilities
* Modeling, simulating, prototyping, and/or benchmarking high performance computing systems.
* Developing and implementing approaches to increase the productivity and/or efficiency of high performance computers
* Investigating and validating the security properties claimed by confidential computing mechanisms and architectures
* Advancing the understanding and capabilities for flexible, layered integrity measurement and attestation architectures and mechanisms
* Research, design, and prototype novel approaches to operating system, hypervisor, or firmware security
* Applying machine learning models to perform enhanced monitoring and anomaly detection on embedded systems' network communications to include IoT devices using Bluetooth and other wireless IoT protocols
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Conditions of employment
* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Engineering (CE). Other STEM fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics, or Information Systems (IS)) may be considered relevant if the programs contain, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following foundational CS areas: algorithms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics).
Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: computer systems research, simulation/model development and prototyping, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis and design, reverse engineering, designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware or software, machine learning, artificial intelligence, visualization, human-computer interaction, data science, or high performance computing.
FULL PERFORMANCE
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience. An Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
SENIOR
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
EXPERT
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
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Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
Salary Range: $105,262 - $197,200 (Full Performance, Senior, Expert)
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
DCIPS Trial Period:
If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Candidates with experience in cybersecurity, computer network defense, vulnerabilities and countermeasures, software development and debugging, network protocols, and those with expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Relevant experience in content processing, content triage, and human centered AI involving multimodal data, to include: speech, image, video or text. Seeking applicants with experience in: machine learning model research, multilingual and multimodal modeling, automatic speech recognition (ASR), large language models (LLM), agentic AI, knowledge management, ontologies, AI security, explainable AI, human AI teaming, visualization, data science, human subject research and Sensemaking analytics. Current research focus areas include: Human Language Technology (HLT), Computer Vision (CV), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Natural Language Understanding (NLU), and Human Machine Teaming HMT).
Candidates with knowledge, skills and experience in high performance computing are also strongly encouraged to apply; in particular, processor and system architectures and networks, memory, tasking (accelerators, parallelism, resource management, heterogeneous computing), productivity (systems modeling & simulation, evaluation, prototyping and benchmarking), scalable algorithms, programming languages (Python, C++, Rust) and libraries, and hardware-software co-design.
Candidates with knowledge and experience in future telecommunication networks (5G/6G), IoT security, device management, machine learning technologies, Linux or Windows programming and debugging, software design and development, virtualization/containers, Cloud, Trusted Computing, and other specialized computer platforms are strongly encouraged to apply.
Desired Skills:
Applicants should have excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, and possess a range of knowledge and experience in at least two of the following areas:
* Programming (low level, high level, parallel)
* Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
* Foundation models (FMs) (Large Language Models (LLMs), as well as models for other modalities)
* Simulation/model development and prototyping
* Software engineering
* Hardware engineering
* Architectures and Distributed Computing
* Algorithm analysis and design
* Reverse engineering
* Operating systems and/or device driver development (desktop/server/RTOS)
* Cybersecurity/Computer Network Defense
* Trustworthy systems
* Computer and network security
* Telecommunication systems
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VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS
Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority.
Veterans' Preference
In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application.
Acceptable documentation includes:
* DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4);
OR
* Certification of Service:
A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date;
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* Standard Form 15 (SF-15)
Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (********************************************
If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability;
AND
* VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating)
You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (*******************************
Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
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VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS
Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority.
Veterans' Preference
In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application.
Acceptable documentation includes:
* DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4);
OR
* Certification of Service:
A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date;
AND
* Standard Form 15 (SF-15)
Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (********************************************
If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability;
AND
* VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating)
You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (*******************************
Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
$105.3k-197.2k yearly 1d ago
Principal Research Associate - Mathematics Instruction
Westat 4.6
Graduate research assistant job in Bethesda, MD
Westat is a leader in research, data collection and analysis, technical assistance, evaluation, and communications. Our evidence-based findings help clients in government and the private sector accelerate advancements in health, education, transportation, and social and economic policy. Our dedication to improving lives through research and our approach to projects grounded in investigative curiosity, statistical and data rigor, adaptive methods, and advanced technology are why clients find exceptional value in our work.
Westat is seeking a Principal Research Associate to join our Education Studies Practice, supporting our Comprehensive Center teams. This role is designed for a nationally recognized expert in mathematics instruction and instructional leadership who will lead strategic technical assistance (TA) initiatives, shape national discourse, and build the instructional capacity of state and local educators to improve student outcomes in mathematics. The role also leads and substantively supports research/evaluation projects, as well as business development.
We value curiosity, innovation, and system-level thinking to contribute to projects that drive improved outcomes for our clients and ourselves internally.
This role is based out of Bethesda, Maryland and will be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement requiring 1-2 days onsite each week.
This position offers flexibility to work from our Bethesda, Raleigh, or Austin offices.
**Job Responsibilities:**
+ Lead strategic, multi-level technical assistance initiatives, applying implementation science in mathematics instruction, setting vision, and aligning efforts with federal and state policy goals.
+ Design and implement evidence-based instructional capacity-building efforts, including professional learning, coaching, and curriculum support.
+ Oversee needs assessments, advise on system-level diagnostics, and evaluate fidelity and impact of TA delivery across sites and states.
+ Ensure quality control of all project deliverables, monitor subcontractor performance, and implement data governance frameworks.
+ Serve as a thought leader by shaping national discourse, mentoring staff, and contributing to publications and presentations.
+ Cultivate high-trust relationships with SEA/LEA leaders, negotiate multi-year TA agreements, and represent projects in strategic communications.
+ Lead and mentor project teams, foster collaboration, and develop staff capacity in technical assistance and instructional leadership.
+ Support project management and contribute to business development efforts.
+ Oversees and supports staff by providing supervision, performance monitoring, and developmental guidance through mentoring and training, fostering a culture of continuous growth and professional excellence.
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ PhD with 5+ years postdoctoral experience, or MA/MS with 8+ years, or BA/BS with 15+ years of relevant experience.
+ Deep expertise in mathematics instruction and instructional leadership.
+ Proven success in designing and delivering professional learning and coaching for educators.
+ Experience building the capacity of SEA/LEA leaders to improve instructional practices.
+ Demonstrated ability to lead strategic TA initiatives and align them with policy priorities.
+ Strong track record of thought leadership and dissemination.
+ Proven ability to form and maintain trusting professional relationships while driving results.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience working in a school district or state education agency in an instructional leadership role.
+ Demonstrated success designing and delivering professional learning for educators.
+ Experience conducting research or evaluation.
+ Experience managing large-scale TA budgets and ensuring compliance.
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
+ Employee Stock Ownership Plan
+ 401(k) Retirement Plan
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Vacation Leave (20 days per year)
+ Sick Leave (9 days per year)
+ Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays per year)
+ Professional Development
+ Health Advocate
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Travel Accident Insurance
+ Medical Insurance
+ Dental Insurance
+ Vision Insurance
+ Short Term Disability Insurance
+ Long Term Disability Insurance
+ Life and AD&D Insurance
+ Critical Illness Insurance
+ Supplemental Life Insurance
+ Flexible Spending Account
+ Health Savings Account
Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history. Any background screening results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment based on the individual's specific record and the duties and requirements of the position.
This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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**Job ID:**
29132BR
**Career Area:**
Research
**Pay Range:**
The anticipated salary range for this role is $133,00 to $165,000 commensurate with experience.
**Bonus Eligibility:**
yes
$165k yearly 9d ago
Research Scientist - CTRL Labs
Meta 4.8
Graduate research assistant job in Annapolis, MD
Reality Labs at Meta is seeking Research Scientists with experience in product-focused machine learning and signal processing research to advance our pioneering work in neuromotor interfaces, which has grown out of the acquisition of CTRL-labs. We're building a practical interface drawing on the rich neuromotor signals that can be measured non-invasively via surface electromyography (EMG) with single motor neuron resolution. This technology could become one of the main pillars for interaction with virtual and augmented worlds.We are a multi-disciplinary team of researchers investigating the nature of human neuromotor signals, developing novel signal processing and machine learning methods to infer a user's intent, and creating novel interaction techniques and user experiences. Help us unleash human potential by removing the bottlenecks between user intent and action.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist - CTRL Labs Responsibilities:
1. Research and develop Deep Learning or other computational models
2. Design methods, tools and infrastructure to analyze and leverage rich multimodal data sets
3. Set technical direction for a project of 2-3 researchers and engineers
4. Help transition and deliver our work from research into product
5. Adapt standard machine learning methods to best leverage modern parallel environments (e.g. distributed clusters, multicore SMP, and GPU)
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
6. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
7. Ph.D. degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics/Mathematics
8. Experience with developing machine learning models at scale from inception to business impact
9. Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch
10. Exposure to architectural patterns of large scale software applications
11. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
12. Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL, and ICASSP)
13. Demonstrated software engineer experience via an internship, work experience, coding competitions, or widely used contributions in open source repositories (e.g. GitHub)
14. Experience bringing machine learning-based products from research to production
**Public Compensation:**
$184,000/year to $257,000/year + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
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$184k-257k yearly 60d+ ago
Graduate Research Lab, Student Worker
Maryland Institute College of Art 3.5
Graduate research assistant job in Baltimore, MD
Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we value diversity and empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA. Provide support and customer service for the GraduateResearch Lab's Print Lab, Computer Lab, and Checkout desk. The position requires 5 hours per week commitment with the potential for evening and weekend availability.
General purpose: Perform large format print jobs and equipment checkouts, help maintain the Computer Lab, and assist students.
Position responsibilities:
* Serve as the first point of contact for students using the Grad Lab
* Manage equipment checkouts and returns
* Perform minor equipment maintenance
* Test and clean checkout equipment
* Manage large format and laser print jobs
* Perform minor printer maintenance
* Test and clean printers
* Answer telephone and email inquiries and provide information as needed
* Answer and assist with student inquiries
* Perform general cleaning of the lab
* Perform other related duties as assigned
Essential skills and experience:
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Must have general computer skills
* Must have some AV knowledge
* Must be able to solve technical problems quickly
* Solid communication skills
* Ability to maintain a pleasant demeanor and work with a diverse population
* Ability to multi-task
Valued but not required skills and experience:
* Prior customer service experience
* Experience with large-format printing and color management
* Experience with a wide variety of photographic, video, sound, AV, and Computer equipment
* Experience with a wide variety of photographic, video, audio, scanning, and 3D software
Reporting to this position: no direct reports
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
* Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
* Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)
Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.
Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at ************.
$58k-91k yearly est. Auto-Apply 43d ago
Research Scientist / Computer Systems Researcher - Mid to Expert Level (Maryland)
National Security Agency 3.9
Graduate research assistant job in Fort Meade, MD
Responsibilities NSA Research Scientists are actively expanding the boundaries of what can be accomplished with artificial intelligence, machine learning, human-machine teaming, software reverse engineering, data science, novel architectures, cyber security, high performance computing, and computational linguistics. Our experts generalize mission problems, advance the scientific state-of-the-art to solve problems, and work with other NSA organizations to get solutions in front of mission users and decision-makers.
Our researchers also have the opportunity to collaborate regularly with the scientific community, academia, industry, and other government laboratories; publish papers on unclassified aspects of our work in scientific journals and at conferences; transfer NSA technology to the marketplace through open source software releases and public-private partnerships; serve as faculty members at local universities; and participate in university and K-12 STEM outreach activities across the country.
The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate sound judgement, strong technical skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment, as well as independently. Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a proven track record of analyzing and solving technical problems with innovative solutions are also preferred. The candidate should have demonstrated success in conducting Computer Science research to include turning research ideas into running prototype-grade systems.
As a Research Scientist, other responsibilities may include:
* Conducting scientific experiments, documenting results, and communicating with colleagues, customers, and decision makers
* Training, testing, and deploying machine learning models
* Applying software engineering principles to design and/or develop software applications
* Designing and optimizing algorithms, data structures, modeling, and analytics to solve real-world scientific problems
* Using principles, techniques, procedures, and tools to architect and facilitate the development of hardware solutions
* Developing methods and applications for tools to exploit and analyze computer systems and network vulnerabilities
* Modeling, simulating, prototyping, and/or benchmarking high performance computing systems.
* Developing and implementing approaches to increase the productivity and/or efficiency of high performance computers
* Investigating and validating the security properties claimed by confidential computing mechanisms and architectures
* Advancing the understanding and capabilities for flexible, layered integrity measurement and attestation architectures and mechanisms
* Research, design, and prototype novel approaches to operating system, hypervisor, or firmware security
* Applying machine learning models to perform enhanced monitoring and anomaly detection on embedded systems' network communications to include IoT devices using Bluetooth and other wireless IoT protocols
Please attach a copy of your transcripts from all schools attended when applying for this position. Providing a copy of your transcripts is essential since the minimum qualifications for this position require a specific degree that demonstrates a concentration of courses in foundational Computer Science (CS) area as well as mathematics.
Job Summary
NSA is in search of Computer Science professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to storing, manipulating, and presenting information. We are looking for you to apply your computer science expertise to projects that seek to create new standards for the transformation of information. If you want to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations; join our team of experts! Help protect national security interests as part of the world's most advanced team of computer science professionals!
Are you looking to apply your computer science and other technical expertise to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations? Come join our team of experts! NSA is in search of Research Scientists and Senior Research Scientists to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to make the U.S. and its allies safer and more secure. Help protect national security interests as part of the world's most advanced team of computer science professionals.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.
Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Engineering (CE). Other STEM fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics, or Information Systems (IS)) may be considered relevant if the programs contain, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following foundational CS areas: algorithms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics).
Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: computer systems research, simulation/model development and prototyping, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis and design, reverse engineering, designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware or software, machine learning, artificial intelligence, visualization, human-computer interaction, data science, or high performance computing.
FULL PERFORMANCE
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience. An Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
SENIOR
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
EXPERT
Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 9 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 5 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
Competencies
Candidates with experience in cybersecurity, computer network defense, vulnerabilities and countermeasures, software development and debugging, network protocols, and those with expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Relevant experience in content processing, content triage, and human centered AI involving multimodal data, to include: speech, image, video or text. Seeking applicants with experience in: machine learning model research, multilingual and multimodal modeling, automatic speech recognition (ASR), large language models (LLM), agentic AI, knowledge management, ontologies, AI security, explainable AI, human AI teaming, visualization, data science, human subject research and Sensemaking analytics. Current research focus areas include: Human Language Technology (HLT), Computer Vision (CV), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Natural Language Understanding (NLU), and Human Machine Teaming HMT).
Candidates with knowledge, skills and experience in high performance computing are also strongly encouraged to apply; in particular, processor and system architectures and networks, memory, tasking (accelerators, parallelism, resource management, heterogeneous computing), productivity (systems modeling & simulation, evaluation, prototyping and benchmarking), scalable algorithms, programming languages (Python, C++, Rust) and libraries, and hardware-software co-design.
Candidates with knowledge and experience in future telecommunication networks (5G/6G), IoT security, device management, machine learning technologies, Linux or Windows programming and debugging, software design and development, virtualization/containers, Cloud, Trusted Computing, and other specialized computer platforms are strongly encouraged to apply.
Desired Skills:
Applicants should have excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, and possess a range of knowledge and experience in at least two of the following areas:
* Programming (low level, high level, parallel)
* Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
* Foundation models (FMs) (Large Language Models (LLMs), as well as models for other modalities)
* Simulation/model development and prototyping
* Software engineering
* Hardware engineering
* Architectures and Distributed Computing
* Algorithm analysis and design
* Reverse engineering
* Operating systems and/or device driver development (desktop/server/RTOS)
* Cybersecurity/Computer Network Defense
* Trustworthy systems
* Computer and network security
* Telecommunication systems
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
Salary Range: $105,262 - $197,200 (Full Performance, Senior, Expert)
Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
DCIPS Trial Period:
If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.
How to apply
The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership (or designee(s)). While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. (Please attach in application)
1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience.
2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes.
3. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired.
4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.
Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. It is important to review and note the minimum qualifications, as only those applicants who meet the required qualifications will be contacted to continue the employment process. Please populate the resume tool to showcase any relevant work experience and education related to the position and answer any applicable screening questions. Information collected will be used to determine eligibility, and failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification for this position.
A confirmation email will be sent after submission of the first application and also after any future updates to submitted applications. Due to time sensitive communications regarding applications, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from noreply@intelligencecareers.gov. For job vacancies that include stated testing requirements, also include the following: @uwe.nsa.gov, @nsa.gov, and @pearson.com
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate.
DCIPS Disclaimer
VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS
Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority.
Veterans' Preference
In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application.
Acceptable documentation includes:
* DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR
* Certification of Service:
A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND
* Standard Form 15 (SF-15)
Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (********************************************
If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND
* VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating)
You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (*******************************
Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.
$105.3k-197.2k yearly 1d ago
Research Scientist / Computer Systems Researcher
Vets Hired
Graduate research assistant job in Maryland
The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Degree must be in Computer Science (CS) or Computer Engineering (CE). Other STEM fields (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics, or Information Systems (IS)) may be considered relevant if the programs contain, at minimum, a concentration of courses in the following foundational CS areas: algorithms; computer architecture (not network architecture); programming methodologies and languages; data structures; logic and computation; and advanced mathematics (for example, calculus, discrete mathematics).Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: computer systems research, simulation/model development and prototyping, software design, programming, computational science, algorithm analysis and design, reverse engineering, designing/developing computer or information systems, including engineering hardware or software, machine learning, artificial intelligence, visualization, human-computer interaction, cybersecurity, data science, or high performance computing.
Working Place: Fort Meade, MD, United States Company : Vets Hired
$67k-100k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Research Assistant, Neuropathology
Lieber Institute for Brain Development 3.5
Graduate research assistant job in Baltimore, MD
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
· Bachelor's Degree in Neuroscience, Biological sciences, or a related field is required
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Significant experience or interest in the medical field or equivalent education
• Comfortable working with and collecting postmortem specimens
• Ability to work tactfully with varying personalities
• Able to maintain accurate electronic records
• Ability to manage time effectively
Physical Requirements:
· Remaining in a seated or standing position for extended periods of time;
· Reaching and grasping to manipulate objects with fingers;
· Mobility, including the ability to maneuver around a laboratory setting including the ability to move materials weighing up to 50 pounds and stored at varying heights;
· Communication skills using the spoken and written word;
· Having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication;
· All other physical demands in a standard laboratory environment.
** If accommodations are needed due to pregnancy or a disability, please contact *************
Compensation
Candidates are hired within the starting salary range for the position which is the lower portion of the overall range. The starting salary range for this position is $39k - $44k with opportunities for employee growth over time. Placement in the starting range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.
Benefits
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package to help us attract and retain the best talent. Please visit ************************************** for more information.
EEOC Statement: At the Lieber Institute, we are committed to a work environment of mutual respect where employment decisions are based on merit. As an equal opportunity employer, the Lieber Institute does not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by state or federal law or local ordinance, with regard to any position or employment for which the applicant or employee is qualified.
LIEBER INSTITUTE FOR BRAIN DEVELOPMENT'S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development is a transparent and collaborative community working to produce unique and imaginative patient-oriented solutions to developmental neuropsychiatric disorders. It is committed to integrating scientists from diverse disciplines, cultures, and countries into a research team that draws upon the best of its staff. The Institute is historic-it is defining a unique model for ground-breaking science. It values translational science that revolutionizes the field and improves the quality of life for those affected by mental illness. The Institute provides an environment that fosters independent growth through mentorship and a supportive, collegial community. Diverse minds, ideas, and talent are needed to support LIBD's mission. Fresh, innovative ideas and perspectives are a competitive necessity in an increasingly diverse and global marketplace. The success of the Institute's mission depends upon leveraging a diversity of talent.
The Institute's commitment to diversity goes beyond compliance with laws and regulations that promote equal employment opportunity, prohibit discrimination and harassment, and support minority and woman owned businesses. To realize the advantages of its diversity, it is necessary to work effectively together even when differences challenge us to consider ideas and methods that seem impractical or make us feel uncomfortable.
The Lieber Institute for Brain Development demonstrates its commitment to diversity by:
Including others: Talent is not limited to those with a narrow set of industry and academic credentials. The Institute is committed to building diverse teams, inviting others to share their perspectives, seeking out a diversity of input when making decisions, questioning traditional thinking, and promoting continuous learning and development.
Respecting one another: The Institute is committed to listening carefully to others, seeking consensus, engaging in active and constructive debate, thoughtfully challenging one another, and providing constructive feedback.
Building trust: The Institute is committed to sharing information and resources, depending on one another to get things done, keeping promises, and conveying high integrity in all actions.
$39k-44k yearly 6d ago
Research Associate, Microbiology (#1876)
Battelle National Biodefense Institute, LLC
Graduate research assistant job in Maryland
BACKGROUND
The National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC) is a one-of-a-kind facility located on Fort Detrick in Frederick MD and is dedicated to defending the nation against biological threats. Its work supports DHS and National biodefense preparedness planning, response, emerging threat characterization and bioforensic analyses. It is the first national laboratory created by DHS in response to biodefense gaps identified following the Amerithrax attacks of 2001 and has been operated by the Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) since 2006. Since its inception, NBACC and its staff have filled critical shortfalls in our scientific knowledge of biological agents needed to protect the public and defend the Nation from biological threats, whether naturally occurring, accidental, or deliberate and provided federal law enforcement with scientific data to support the investigation and attribution of biocrimes and protection of the US bioeconomy.
NBACC includes two centers: the National Bioforensic Analysis Center (NBFAC), which conducts the technical analyses in support of federal law enforcement investigations, and the National Biological Threat Characterization Center (NBTCC), which conducts experiments and studies to obtain data required for a better understanding of biological vulnerabilities and hazards. Together these centers offer a unique national resource for understanding the risks posed by biological agents and emerging technologies to inform biodefense policy and response planning and the operational capability to support the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of biocrimes and bioterrorism.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Works with a team of scientists in the NBTCC at the NBACC to develop, manage and analyze research that addresses specific scientific questions of national significance in support of biodefense preparedness, response and recovery. Areas of research include a range of topics related to the physical, biological and/or pathogenic properties of viral or toxin agents. Work will be performed in select agent-approved state-of-the-art Biosafety Level (BSL) - 2, 3, & 4 and Animal BSL (ABSL) - 2, 3, & 4 facilities fully staffed and equipped with a wide range of technologies useful for biodefense and infectious disease research.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline or engineering and a minimum of 4 years of related experience or a Master's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Experience should include at least one of the following methods: mammalian cell culture; virus, pseudovirus, viral vector, or virus-like particle propagation and titration; cell-based assays and laboratory automation; immunostaining of cells; PCR/qPCR/RT-qPCR/dd PCR; next generation sequencing; heterologous protein expression; solid phase peptide and protein synthesis; cell-based toxicity and/or electrophysiological assays; affinity and/or native protein purification and quantification; high performance and/or fast protein liquid chromatography.
Experience supporting laboratory logistical functions (e.g., reagent and supply inventory, purchasing, coordination of instrument maintenance, laboratory upkeep and organization) is required.
Intermediate scientific proficiency in laboratory functions. Possesses the ability to identify issues with laboratory protocols, procedures, and experimental plans.
Proficiency and clarity of oral and written communications are essential.
Exemplary organizational skills with a proven track record of working effectively both independently and as a team player.
Knowledge or experience with biocontainment facilities and procedures, laboratory safety, biosurety, and decontamination is desirable.
Skills and experience to support laboratory activities and work in accordance with NBACC's management system (e.g., ISO).
Must be a citizen of the United States, able to obtain and maintain an interim secret clearance leading to a top-secret clearance, suitability for DHS, and a favorable adjudication of the Department of Justice (DoJ) for select agent access.
Participation in the Immunization Program, Medical Surveillance Program, and enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) is required.
May be required to participate in NBACC's alternative work and/or on-call schedule, dependent upon business needs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides technical and laboratory expertise to perform research in BSL-2, 3, & 4 laboratories aimed at addressing viral and/or toxin characterization knowledge gaps, such as evaluation of viral/toxin production, environmental decay, and virulence/toxicity.
Collaborates with other scientific staff to identify and implement continued process improvements to NBTCC cell culture operations.
Provides support to virus and toxin-based assays in BSL-2, 3, & 4 laboratories based upon NBTCC project requirements.
Contributes in matrixed and cross-functional research teams that may include Aerobiology, Bacteriology, and Comparative Medicine (veterinary) staff.
Adapts to potentially rapidly changing and high tempo project requirements to address national security issues with flexibility and resiliency.
Collects/analyzes technical and programmatic data as part of a project team in support of Project Lead or Principal Investigator. Performs quality control and peer review of data as assigned.
Develops high-quality draft protocols and task-specific procedures. Identifies and documents inconsistencies among NBACC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or deviations from them and promptly reports these to the Project Lead and/or management.
Supports Principal Investigators during the writing of technical reports through review and summary of experimental records, initial processing and QC of raw data, and technical review of methods and data.
May be appointed as a Lab Space Manager (LSM) and/or Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) designee.
Possesses the ability to work on multiple scientific tasks simultaneously, while performing assignments outside of area of expertise.
Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Follows established procedures on routine work, requires instruction only on new assignments, and is self-sufficient in monitoring and reporting on quality, and compliance.
Participates in the testing and evaluation of new technologies and protocols including writing and updating SOPs, work instructions and forms to improve NBACC's ability to serve its customers.
Identifies departures from the Quality Management System (QMS) and initiates actions to investigate and prevent such occurrences.
With minimal supervision, operates, maintains, and characterizes the performance of equipment ensuring the reagents and supplies are maintained and used properly.
Serves as a member of a team in developing, validating, and maintaining methods for identifying and characterizing biological threat agents.
Must be a team player, communicate clearly, be open to hearing ideas and suggestions from others, diffuse situations, and exercise empathy and patience with colleagues.
Must have the ability to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure, and utilize effective time management skills to prioritize tasks.
Must be a self-starter driven by an eagerness to succeed, maintain flexibility, adapt to change in a productive and positive manner, learn new concepts, and utilize critical thinking to resolve complex problems.
Maintains appropriate records.
Performs other duties as assigned/authorized.
$46k-70k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Clinical Research Investigator (MD/DO)
DM Clinical Research
Graduate research assistant job in Baltimore, MD
Clinical Research Investigator (MD/DO) DM Clinical Research, the largest privately-owned research management organization in the Houston area and one of the top 50 in the country, is looking for an Investigator for our site in Baltimore, MD. This individual will conduct all clinical trials (studies) according to ICH, GCP, local regulations, study protocols, and company processes. Responsibilities
Ensures the medical well-being and safety of the participants through the safe performance and execution of the studies.
Assists in maintaining clinical oversight and quality on the studies registered on and delivers on study targets, thereby contributing to the commercial success of the site.
Reviews enrollment progress, pre-screening and screening success rates, screen failure rates, safety, and retention of participants.
Interprets protocols and IB and participates in initiatives to strategize for patient recruitment.
Carries out clinical evaluation and assessment of participants to ensure eligibility to enroll in studies.
Ensures and protects the welfare and safety of participants through ethical conduct.
Fulfills and complies with all medical duties as per protocol, SOP/COP and ICH GCP and local regulations.
Exercises meticulous attention to detail in documentation and patient care.
Requirements
Medical license (MD, DO) - Maryland
2 years experience as a Clinical Research Investigator (Principal Investigator or Sub-Investigator)
Bilingual Spanish a plus
Flexible hours - schedule can be tailored as required.
$79k-120k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Research Fellowship - #Faculty
Johns Hopkins University 4.4
Graduate research assistant job in Baltimore, MD
The Emergency Medicine Research Fellowship is an intensive program designed to provide emergency medicine physicians with the training required for development as an independent investigator. The fellowships goal is to train physician scientist to become nationally recognized leaders in emergency medicine research.
I. Goals and Objectives of Training Program
A. General Goals :
1. Develop knowledge and skills in basic research methodology by completion of selected course work at The Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health and/or School of Medicine (GTPCI program), coupled with direct tutelage from a research faculty advisor. Other educational venues can be considered on a case by case basis.
2. Design, develop and implement original research projects directed towards addressing clinically relevant problems particular to emergency medicine.
3. Publish articles in peer-reviewed emergency medicine and general medical journals leading to national and international recognition and expertise in an area of focus.
4. Develop skills in grant writing, and acquire grant support from national funding agencies.
5. Serve as a research mentor for emergency medicine residents, rotating Johns Hopkins medical students, and students at the JHU School of Hygiene and Public Health.
6. Assist in the development and promotion of the Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF) Center of Excellence in Research.
B. Clinical Goals:
1. Develop further clinical competence in academic emergency medicine.
2. Obtain Board Certification in Emergency Medicine.
3. Develop clinical expertise and national recognition in a selected area of acute care, aligned with the fellow's chosen area of research.
C. Research Goals:
1. Acquire competence in basic and advanced principles of research methodology.
2. Learn and refine statistical techniques relevant to clinical research.
3. Define and develop an area of research expertise.
4. Design and implement studies in a chosen area of interest.
5. Develop skills in, submit and acquire institutional, regional and/or national grant support.
6. Submit studies for publication in a variety of arenas, including abstracts at national and international conferences, and articles for peer-review specialty and general medical journals.
7. Present findings at Grand Rounds and at national academic conferences.
8. Submit book chapters for national textbooks in emergency medicine, in ones chosen area of research specialty.
9. Serve as a reviewer for one or more emergency medicine journals.
D. Teaching Goals:
1. Deliver 3-5 core curriculum lectures each year to the emergency medicine residents.
2. Serve as alongside core research members to organize and oversee the monthly emergency medicine resident journal club/evidence based curriculum, which provides resident physicians with the basic skills required for critical review of the literature.
3. Present research results at Grand Rounds prior to the completion of fellowship training.
4. Provide mentorship to emergency medicine residents working on specified research projects, and assist them in analysis, writing and submission of their work to a national peer-review forum.
5. Supervise the JHU summer medical students' emergency medicine research rotation and/or a medical student focused projects. The fellow's role includes formal didactics, oversight of study design and implementation, and mentorship in medical writing.
6. Serve as a research mentor to Masters level students from the School of Hygiene and Public Health who are pursuing projects relevant to emergency medicine. Fellows will be expected to meet at least goal 5 or 6 (determined by the area of focus, based on guidance from the Fellowship Director.
II. Program Description
A. Faculty:
i. Fellowship Program Director: The Fellowship Director will supervise all fellow functions. The
program is under the administrative guidance of the Chairman of the Department of
Emergency Medicine for non-fellowship related responsibilities.
ii. Role of Other Faculty: Selected Emergency Department faculty will serve as the principal mentors for the fellows. Researchers from faculty outside the Department of Emergency Medicine, who have established track records of successful collaborative investigation with the Department of Emergency Medicine, will function as research advisors as well.
B. Trainees:
The duration of the research fellowship is two years; where previous experience allows, the fellowship can be one year. There will be one fellow at each level.
C. Teaching:
The fellow will have an active teaching role in teaching in a variety of settings (see ID, in ACGME supplement document).
D. Structure of Program:
The research fellow plays an integral role within a carefully planned National Center of Excellence in Research, which was established in 1998 by a grant from Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF). The goal of the research center is to answer question related to access, utilization, cost, qualify, effectiveness and outcomes for acute and episodic illness. The Center provides an infrastructure intended to train and advance the careers of emergency medicine academicians.
Teaching and training programs integral to the fellowship include:
i.. The summer medical student research training program.
ii. The emergency medicine residency research program.
iii. The emergency medicine residency Journal Club/evidence based teaching series.
iv. A yearly research symposium.
Established investigators from any of the schools and divisions in JHU including the School of Public Health, School of nursing the Division of Infectious Diseases, ACCM, Critical Care/Pulmonology and other relevant departments in the SOM , function as senior mentors/advisors, bringing different orientations and expertise to the Center.
The research fellow is provided with day to day mentoring from designated faculty in the Department of Emergency Medicine Monthly progress meetings include the senior advisors, the immediate faculty advisor and the research fellow. Quarterly meetings, provide a forum for the Center Director and External Advisor to critique the progress of the research fellow. Verbal feedback is provided to the fellow at the end of each quarterly meeting; in instances where sufficient progress is not being made, written feedback with a specified plan for remediation is offered.
E. Hours and Supervisor:
The maximum number of hours of clinical responsibility will be 18 hours per week (approximately 800 formal clinical duty hours). Clinical hours may be adjusted depending on the intensity of the research/educational experience. Level of supervision will be determined individually based on the fellows demonstrated level of autonomy. Standing programs to ensure progress, include the bimonthly research meeting, the monthly individual fellow meeting, and the quarterly assessment meeting with the Fellowship/Center Director.
III. Evaluation
A. Trainee:
The fellow will be evaluated upon completion of the first and second year by the Fellowship Director. The participant s performance will be formally reviewed by faculty advisors from both within and outside the Department of Emergency Medicine. Clinical performance will be reviewed by the Chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine. Written feedback, which will be reviewed with the participant by the Fellowship Director, will also include evaluations by all training physicians and students who were mentored by the fellow.
B. Program and Faculty:
Research fellows complete a yearly evaluation form which is reviewed and acted upon by the Fellowship Director. Individual faculty reviews are included as part of this evaluation.
IV. Logistics:
A. Po ssi b le degrees: MPH, MHSc, PhD Focused Degree in Translational Research (Graduate Training Program in Clinical Research) Experience in all aspects of research
B. Clinical Effort: ED ( J HH or J H B MC) . Ave r age 2 shifts/week .
C. Prerequisites: Board Prepared or Certified in Emergency Medicine. Recommendation from Emergency Medicine researcher.
D. Program Length: 2 years (Ph.D requires three year commitment).
E. Positions: Funding dependent .
F. Start Date: Usually J uly 1 , bu t mid-year candidates can be considered.
G. Contact: R ichard Rothman , M.D., Ph.D., Fellowship Director; *****************
Mary Rode, Senior Administrative Assistant ***************
*please contact Ms. Rode to schedule an interview.
Board Prepared or Certified in Emergency Medicine.
Recommendation from Emergency Medicine researcher.
Salary: $90,392
Job Type: Full Time
The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.
Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: **************************************
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
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$90.4k yearly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Open Rank Faculty- Anesthesiology Research
University of Maryland 4.4
Graduate research assistant job in Baltimore, MD
The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is recruiting highly motivated research faculty specializing in basic, translational and clinical research. Candidates should have a strong record of scholarly activity. Candidates whose research complements existing department programs are preferred. Details regarding our research programs and faculty can be found at the below link\: http\://****************************************************
Expected rank is Assistant Professor or higher; however, rank and tenure status is dependent on candidate's qualifications.
For immediate consideration, please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and contact information of three references via this online application.
For additional questions after application, please contact:
Matthew R. Tulis, MD
Interim Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
University of Maryland School of Medicine
22 South Greene Street, S11C00
Baltimore, MD 21201
Office Phone\: ************
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UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online
request
or contact
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. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Qualifications
Please reference this recruitment advertisement and position number in your cover letter. Interested candidates should use this online portal to submit their cover letter, CV and contact information for three references.
Qualified applicants must have a doctoral degree, professional experience consistent with the faculty rank of Assistant Professor or higher and a track record of independent research funding from diverse sources.
Salary Range - Base Compensation [Research Faculty w/ PhD Degree]
Rank
Minimum
Maximum
Instructor/Research Associate
$69,336
$120,000
Assistant Professor
$104,674
$270,496
Associate Professor
$146,845
$217,733
Professor
$212,100
$336,175
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The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the Department of Anesthesiology faculty compensation program or pay from participation in Department of Anesthesiology incentive compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department.
The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
UMB offers a comprehensive
benefits package
that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
Please reference this recruitment advertisement and position number in your cover letter. Interested candidates should use this online portal to submit their cover letter, CV and contact information for three references.
$49k-77k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research Scientist/Engineer
Intelligent Automation, Inc. 4.2
Graduate research assistant job in Rockville, MD
Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is a technology innovation company headquartered in Rockville, MD. We specialize in providing advanced technology solutions and R&D services to federal agencies, and corporations throughout the United States and internationally. Leveraging agile R&D processes and a multidisciplinary collaborative environment IAI excels in developing concepts into market-focused products and customer-driven solutions. IAI's core R&D areas include: Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Air Traffic Management, Big Data, and Social Media Analytics, Control and Signal Processing, Cyber Security, Education, and Training Technologies, Health Technologies, Modeling and Simulation, Networks and Communications, Robotics and Sensor Systems.
Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is looking for highly motivated individual with:
• A research background in various areas of Computer Science, Computer Engineering and Electronic Engineering
• Proven experience in the related areas, including but not limited to: distributed computing, Big Data, Internet of Things, cloud computing, machine learning, text analytics, networking, embedded systems, mobile devices, and cyber security
• Proficient programming skills using Java, C++, Python and/or other modern languages
• Good writing and communication skills
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency
Job Duties:
• Conduct Research and Development in the related areas
• Design and develop mobile applications and Big Data services
• Design and develop Web services using grails, spring boot, pyramid, flask, django, and/or rails
• Design, implement and test software and hardware prototype
• Summarize research results, write research reports and proposals
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.
$73k-107k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research Scientist I
Specialty Granules 3.8
Graduate research assistant job in Hagerstown, MD
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.
$76k-104.5k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Vulnerability Researcher Intern - 2026
Nightwing
Graduate research assistant job in Annapolis, MD
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.
The Nightwing business provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing CODEX (Cyber Offense and Defense Experts) Solutions bring together an elite team of mission-focused industry experts who are well known for their ability to overcome the most advanced technical challenges. Where pushing the limits of our technical ability is the norm. Occasional failure does not deter us. True innovation comes from trying new things and seeing what works.
This position is an onsite role located in Annapolis Junction, MD.
Nightwing is looking for interns interested in a career focused on offensive cyber practices as a Vulnerability Researcher. Nightwing's goal is to teach interns offensive cyber practices that they would not encounter in everyday normal curriculum. Ultimately interns at Nightwing learn to analyze systems to understand how they work and how they behave when they break. Candidates must be able to play both sides of the fence, both developing and defeating new and advanced security techniques. Projects are undertaken in small teams in close coordination with mentors to maximize growth potential. All our engineers write code, but many of our engineers spend as much time reverse engineering and taking systems apart and building new ones. A typical day can involve studying disassembly or writing Python to audit a piece of C++ code.
Responsibilities to anticipate:
+ Growth in knowledge of target being researched
+ Regular documentation on research results
+ Evaluation of research results
+ Modifications to research tools and directions
+ Productizing successful research to deliver to a customer
Required Qualifications:
+ GPA of 3.0+ in a 4.0 grade scale
+ Experience with C or C++Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Science,Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) typically Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related area
+ Please upload a copy of your most recent transcripts with your resume when applying to this requisition. Include your cumulative GPA and projected graduation date on your resume
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Understanding of OS Internals (any major OS)
+ Experience reading or writing assembly (x86, x64, ARM, PPC, MIPS, SPARC, 68k, or others)
+ Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP stacks, wire-level protocols, RF communications, BGP, routing protocols, or others) Understanding of exploit mitigations such as DEP and ASLR
+ Experience using reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro, HexRays, Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or objdump
+ Experience using debuggers such as gdb, WinDbg, OllyDbg
+ Experience building and using tools to find, exploit, and productize vulnerabilities in complex software systems
+ Candidates must be professional, self-starters, possess a positive attitude, and work well with engineering and technician teams
The salary associated with this position ($29-$36/hr) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.
Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances.
_At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients._
_Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team._
_Nightwing 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, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class._