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Cell Culture Scientist
Astrix 4.1
Postdoctoral scholar job in Bethesda, MD
Manufactures cell and gene therapies for phase I and II clinical trials; (2) processes hematopoietic stem cell grafts for transplantation; (3) develops new cell therapies; (4) performs in-process and lot release testing of cell and gene therapies; (5) develops new assays to test cell and gene therapies; and (6) prepares chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) documents for investigational new drugs (IND) and summary data for annual reports to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
ROLES / RESPONSIBILITES
Build and optimize a robust cGMP compliant platform for generation, expansion and cryopreservation of autologous induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from peripheral blood derived CD34+ cells.
Differentiate iPSCs to retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE) to develop an iRPE patch for a phase I clinical trial to treat "dry" age related macular degeneration.
Update and validate SOPs related to CD34 expansion, iPSC culturing, and RPE differentiation
Manage a day to day operation of GMP facility
Maintain iPSC colonies and freeze their early passages.
GMP and aseptic culturing of iPCSs and differentiation of patient iPSCs into Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) and maintenance of those RPE cultures. This work will include:
Preparing media, supplements, and reagents needed cell culture work.
Maintaining the cell culture room biosafety level 2 standards and maintaining aseptic conditions in cell culture flow hoods, incubators, and prepare sterile tools needed for work with cell cultures.
The cell culture maintenance work will require working for short periods of times on the weekends and some holidays.
Work to characterize the iPSC colonies for their pluripotency. This will require:
Immunostaining of iPSCs, preparing RNA and cDNA from iPSCs, and Performing qRT-PCR assays.
Additionally they will perform three germ layer assay based functional characterization of iPSCs. This work will also include any cell types that act as control for his iPSC work.
Prepare regulatory documents for FDA and technology transfer
Coordinate transfer of lab-technology to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP suite)
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with the Contract Research Organization (CRO) in relation to the cell therapy project.
DESIRED BACKGROUND
· Prior cell culture experience is required
· Prior experience working in a cGMP environment is required
$71k-105k yearly est. 2d ago
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Postdoctoral Research Position
Johns Hopkins University 4.4
Postdoctoral scholar job in Baltimore, MD
General Description
Postdoctoral Research Position - Brain Organoid Development and Transcriptomics Kathuria Lab, Johns Hopkins University
Technical Expertise:
- Brain organoid protocols and troubleshooting.
- Computational analysis of transcriptomic data.
- Advanced molecular biology techniques.
- Cell culture and microscopy.
Project Scope: The successful candidate will develop next-generation brain organoid models to study neurodevelopmental disorders, utilizing cutting-edge transcriptomic approaches to analyze cellular heterogeneity and developmental trajectories.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- State-of-the-art facilities.
- Collaborative research environment.
- Career development opportunities.
Position available immediately. Funding secured for 2 years.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
-Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, or related field.
-Extensive experience in brain organoid culture and optimization.
-Demonstrated expertise in RNA sequencing, including single- cell and bulk approaches.
-Strong track record in bioinformatics analysis of sequencing data.
-First-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Application Instructions
Please submit your CV, research statement, and three references. Please also send a copy of the same to [emailprotected].
To apply for this position, visit: apply.interfolio.com/162481
Salary Range
The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University'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.
Total Rewards
Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: benefits-worklife/.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program involved.
Pre-Employment Information
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Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check including education verification.
EEO is the Law:
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
$50k-61k yearly est. 4d ago
Policy and Research Fellow
ECMC Group 4.4
Postdoctoral scholar job in Washington, DC
ECMC Foundation is a nationally focused foundation whose mission is to improve higher education for career success among underserved populations through evidence-based innovation. It is one of several affiliates under the ECMC Group enterprise based in Minneapolis. ECMC Foundation makes investments to remove barriers to postsecondary completion; build the capacity of organizations, institutions and systems; and transform the postsecondary ecosystem using a spectrum of funding structures, including strategic grantmaking and program-related investments, to support both nonprofit and for-profit ventures.
Job Summary
The Fellow will play a vital role in advancing the Foundation's North Star to eliminate gaps in postsecondary credential completion and expand economic and social mobility for underserved learners.
This role is ideal for a policy-minded researcher or early-career professional interested in higher education systems, data-informed decision-making, and philanthropic impact. The Fellow will track state and federal policy developments, analyze education policy trends, design and execute research projects, and translate findings into actionable insights for internal teams and partners in the postsecondary education field. At their supervisors' discretion, the Fellow will co-develop special, time-bound projects that align with these specified tasks.
This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience at the intersection of policy, research, and philanthropy, working collaboratively across teams to inform strategy and amplify the Foundation's learning and impact.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Support the Foundation's implementation of a digital platformtotrackand integratestate and federalpolicyopportunitiesinto the Foundation'sgrantmakingstrategy.
Analyze and synthesizeproposed and enacted policychanges to assess implications for students, institutions, systems, and ECMC Foundation's grantmaking strategy.
Design, conduct, and interpret qualitative and quantitative research aligned with the Foundation's strategic framework.
Work with large federal, state, and institutional datasets (e.g., IPEDS, NSC, Census, State Longitudinal Datasets) to support analysis of postsecondary access, persistence, and completion trends.
Prepare data visualizations and write summaries that communicate findings clearly and persuasively to non-technical audiences.
Support the design and facilitation ofteammeetings,learning sessions, and convenings, including producing invitations,pre-reads, briefings, and other materials that inform strategic discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in Foundation-wide meetings by presenting, translating, and synthesizing learnings from Policy and Research team activities.
Contribute to the effectuation of meeting follow-up items including pursuing additional insights regarding emergent questions and exploratory lines of research that might also inform strategic priorities.
Translate complex research and policy findings into concise memos, reports, and presentations for diverse audiences.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and actively pursuing a master's degree or a doctorate in higher education, public policy, economics, sociology, or a related field.
2+ years of professional experience in policy research, education administration, or government/policy roles.
Strong research and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to collect, interpret, and visualize data. Experience working with data tools or analytic software (e.g., Excel, R, Stata, Tableau, ArcGIS, Dedoose, NVivo, Atlas.TI).
Familiarity with federal and state policy processes (gained through higher education or another sector or focal issue, e.g., early childcare development, K12, healthcare, community development), postsecondary systems, and student success frameworks.
Familiarity with scholarly research repositories.
Demonstrated project management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative environment under competing priorities.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across teams and stakeholder groups.
Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.
Professional Development
ECMCFoundation is committed to cultivating the professional growth of all team members. The Fellow will have access to a range of learning and mentoring opportunities designed to deepen knowledge, expand networks, and build long-term career capacity in higher education policy, research,and philanthropy.
During the fellowship, the selected candidate will:
Participate in structured mentorship with ECMC Foundation's senior leadership and Policy and Research team members.
Attend internal learning sessions, strategy meetings, and external convenings to gain insight into philanthropic grantmaking, policy engagement, and systems change work.
Receive ongoing feedback and coaching focused on leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Have opportunities torepresentthe Foundation in professional settings, including policy briefings, research forums, or cross-sector collaborations.
Gain exposure to a national network of policy and researchexperts, foundation professionals, and education stakeholders.
ECMC Foundation may choose to conduct reference checks as part of the hiring process.
The hourly rate for this Fellow position is $35.00 per hour for graduate students. Fellows are expected to work 20-28 hours weekly throughout the duration of the fellowship program, which is targeted to be a one-year commitment. Please note this position is not eligible for benefits.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
$35 hourly 2d ago
Cybersecurity Researcher
Two Six Technologies 3.9
Postdoctoral scholar job in Arlington, VA
At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world's most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what's possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.
Overview of Opportunity
Join the Embedded Sector of Two Six Technologies-a team of dedicated hackers in Arlington, Virginia-where you'll immerse yourself in cutting-edge Vulnerability Research on a wide range of unique embedded systems. Working side by side with top-tier CNO developers and hardware engineers, you'll discover vulnerabilities and create proof of concepts on embedded systems. Our fast-growing roster of government customers relies on us to deliver advanced security solutions, and we're looking for a Vulnerability Researcher to help us continue pushing boundaries. If you're passionate about building tools that make a tangible impact on national security, we want you on our team.
What you will do:
Analyze and solve complex technical challenges with no predefined answers.
Perform in-depth reverse engineering to identify vulnerabilities, assess their impact, and transform findings into actionable capabilities.
Deconstruct and understand the functionality of intricate technical systems.
Navigate ambiguity and independently forge paths toward innovative solutions.
Collaborate in a small-team environment, where your contributions will have an outsized impact.
Leverage your expertise in digital forensics and watermarking to inform secure development practices and maintain data integrity throughout the product lifecycle.
What you will need (Basic Qualifications):
Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Experience developing, debugging, and scripting in C/C++ and Python within Linux command-line environments, with a strong emphasis on low-level programming, memory management, and system interaction for reverse engineering and vulnerability research.
Experience with reverse engineering and vulnerability research, using tools such as IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra.
Expertise in one or more of the following:
Firmware analysis (ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, RTOS).
Firmware rehosting using emulation tools such as QEMU.
Fuzzing and exploit development.
Binary obfuscation and anti-analysis techniques.
Wireless protocols and radio signal analysis.
File system forensics and fault injection frameworks.
Nice to have (Preferred):
Experience scripting with the Binary Ninja API or Ghidra.
Experience with other languages (e.g. Go, Rust).
Knowledge of embedded device security and reverse engineering (e.g., ARM, RTOS).
Familiarity with cryptography concepts and their implementation.
Hands-on experience working with hardware and embedded systems.
Client-facing experience in technical roles.
Prefer active TS/SCI with Poly.
Security Clearance:
Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility/willingness to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Prefer active TS/SCI with Poly.
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Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.
The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Salary Range$119,646-$179,469 USD
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Ready to make the first move towards growing your career? If so, check out the Two Six Technologies Candidate Journey! This will give you step-by-step directions on applying, what to expect during the application process, information about our rich benefits and perks along with our most frequently asked questions. If you are undecided and would like to learn more about us and how we are contributing to essential missions, check out our Two Six Technologies News page! We share information about the tech world around us and how we are making an impact! Still have questions, no worries! You can reach us at Contact Two Six Technologies. We are happy to connect and cover the information needed to assist you in reaching your next career milestone.
Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to accommodations@twosixtech.com. Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Additionally, please be advised that this business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices.
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$119.6k-179.5k yearly Auto-Apply 8d ago
2026 Research Pipeline
Hit Strategies 4.0
Postdoctoral scholar job in Washington, DC
This posting is for early consideration for future research openings at HIT Strategies. Positions include Executive Research Assistant, Analyst, Senior Analyst, Research Manager and 1099 Contract Researcher. We conduct informational interviews on a rolling basis.
Research candidates who already in pipeline consideration needn't re-apply.
About HIT Strategies
HIT Strategies is an insights firm that decodes the political and consumer landscape where traditional firms fail. Our diverse team of researchers specialize in reaching the underestimated voters and consumers who are reshaping American culture, media, and markets - communities often misunderstood or overlooked by conventional research. Our brand promise is to deliver culturally competent research and actionable insights with precision, clarity, and impact.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our mission. As the leading millennial and minority-owned insights research firm, our team reflects the country's incredible diversity. Therefore, we especially encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and groups underrepresented in political research.
2026 Research Pipeline
HIT Strategies seeks researchers paving the way in understanding, communicating with and engaging diverse audiences. Our researchers conduct public opinion research within a designated portfolio and/or focused on key demographic audiences. Whether a Research Assistant, Analyst, or Research Manager, all of our researchers think critically and deliver accurate & visually compelling data that meet client objectives.
Key Role Objectives
Drive accurate, high-quality, culturally competent analysis of behaviors, attitudes, values, and other drivers within research populations
Engage clients in providing specialized guidance and consultation that allows clients to achieve their objectives and goals
Drive research design, data collection, analysis, and consulting
Preferred Research Audiences
AAPI
Black / African-American
Hispanic / Latino
LGBTQ+
Women
Youth
Consider applying if you:
Managed client timelines and project objectives and goals, helping define the scope of work with guiding questions
Drafted and monitored public opinion surveys including developing polls and screeners and monitoring survey response data
Created moderator guides, conducted focus groups, reviewed focus group notes and developed analytical proof points
Created analytical reports and visually compelling presentations incorporating statistical facts, key data trends, and critical insights demonstrating cultural competence
Managed vendors and complex client-facing interactions for timely product delivery
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Marketing, Mass Communications, Economics, Statistics, Humanities, or a related concentration
2-5 years of previous research work experience in a related field as demonstrated by a research assessment
Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially succinct and concise reporting
Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office - especially Excel and PowerPoint
$54k-94k yearly est. 12d ago
Biomanufacturing Researcher
Survice Engineering Company
Postdoctoral scholar job in Hyattsville, MD
Job Description
Join Us in Making a Difference in the Lives of Those Defending Our Nation!
Why SURVICE?
Come join the SURVICE Engineering mission to protect, enhance, and enable those who defend the United States. Since 1981, we have supported the DoD community, as well as Homeland Security, advanced technologies, environmental, and commercial markets. Our employees have backgrounds in engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, acquisition, technical writing, training, and other technical and administrative fields. And many of our personnel have DoD and/or operational military experience. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a leading organization, come see what we can offer you!
Position
Biomanufacturing Researcher
Location: Adelphi, MD
Security Clearance: Active Clearance or Eligible to Obtain - U.S. citizenship required
Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 Depending on Experience and Education
Travel: 5%
Benefits: SURVICE Engineering offers a total rewards package to include competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance options, paid time off, 401k, flexible spending, tuition reimbursement.
Position Summary
SURVICE Engineering is currently seeking a Biomanufacturing Researcher to support our Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Execute and optimize protocols for the preparation of microbially-produced biomaterials at up to 25L fermentation scales.
Plan and execute workflows for microbial cultivation at varying culture scales and forms using sterile techniques in up to a BSL2 laboratory setting, followed by the recovery and purification of the biomaterial product.
Conduct biomaterial post-processing and characterization steps, which may require coordinating with facility personnel.
Conduct experiments to understand biological behavior.
Design and execute experiments that implement various techniques for direct and indirect observation of microbial behavior, particularly biomaterial production and properties, and harnessing behavior for precision material assembly.
Experiments may use microscopy, fluorescence analysis via multi-well plate reader or flow cytometry, and enzymatic or molecular assays.
Agents for the functionalization, immobilization, fixation, or entrapment of cells or biomaterial product may be required within the experiments to advance the research goals.
Set up and maintain microbial cultures in specified environments and scales using sterile technique, autoclaving equipment, nutrient broth and agar plate preparation, inoculation, culture management, biohazardous waste disposal, and preparation of frozen stocks.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch records to execute production processes
Preparation and safe handling of hazardous chemicals that may have corrosivity, flammability, and toxicity risks, including liquids with acidic and alkaline pH, organic solvents, and others.
Use of equipment for materials processing (freeze-drying, other) and analytical instrumentation (FTIR, SEM, other).
Optimize protocols that use microbes in combination with material or chemical agents for their functionalization, fixation, immobilization, or entrapment.
Comply with policies on record-keeping and distribution limits for data and technical information.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and product quality
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and implement corrective actions
Prepare and present presentations and written documents summarizing efforts
Minimum Qualifications of Biomanufacturing Researcher
Bachelor's Degree in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field related field and 3+ years of relevant experience. Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered. Candidates are not required to possess all qualifications; if you possess some of the desired qualifications, please apply.
Experience in a biomanufacturing or bioprocessing environment
Knowledge of cell culture and biomaterial processing techniques
Familiarization with the use of analytical instrumentation and processing equipment
Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusions
Familiarity with quality control techniques, including cell counting, RNA and DNA quality assessment, and cell morphology analysis.
Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python or R, is desirable.
Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Highly organized and able to track multiple projects occurring simultaneously
Ability to stand, sit, walk, and lift and move equipment and supplies.
About Us
SURVICE Engineering is a nationally recognized, single-source engineering service provider for Government and Industry organizations involved in all phases of the systems engineering process. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering.
SURVICE Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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$115k-130k yearly 12d ago
Qubit Entanglement with Fault Tolerance Researcher
Bluemont Technology & Research
Postdoctoral scholar job in Bethesda, MD
JOB TITLE: Qubit Entanglement with Fault Tolerance Researcher CLEARANCE: Clearable Candidate (no Visas) or Current Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph EDUCATION: PhD in physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field. 2+ years' post-PhD experience in quantum-information processing and/or quantum computing
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provide technical assistance, review, and evaluation of proposed solutions for fault tolerant error correction of qubits.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• 6+ years of research experience in quantum computing, demonstrating a deep understanding of physical systems, quantum-information processing, error correction, and fault tolerance. Recent experience in managing a quantum-computing effort may substitute for up to two (2) years.
• 2+ years' experience as a Technical SETA.
• 2+ years' experience managing multi-disciplinary, multi-institution research.
• 2+ years' experience in the IC, including experience with transitioning research products to other organizations.
Bluemont Technology & Research, Inc. (Bluemont) offers a premium benefits package. Our culture is based on treating people like you would treat yourself. The company is focused on challenging applications of cutting-edge technologies and data intensive applications. Bluemont maintains a drug-free workplace and performs background checks.
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$50k-99k yearly est. 50d ago
Open-Source Researcher (Anticipated)
Navanti Group 3.9
Postdoctoral scholar job in Arlington, VA
POSITION NOT YET FUNDED. NAVANTI IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESUMES FROM CANDIDATES FOR ANTICIPATED SECURITY AND STABILIZATION WORK.
Core Responsibilities:
Navanti has an anticipated requirement for an entry level open-source researcher to work with our multidisciplinary team who can use his/her knowledge of economics, politics/government, social issues, and cultural nuances across the world. The researcher should have knowledge and/or experience in one or more global regions including, but not limited to: the Americas, the Arabian Peninsula, the Caribbean, Central Asia, East Africa, East Asia, Europe, the Levant, the Maghreb, North Africa, the Pacific, South Africa, and South Asia. The researcher will gather and analyze data pertinent to the media environment, demographics, and security affairs of these various regions and will be responsible for collecting information from open sources, including regional and other non-English news outlets, social media, blogs, academic literature, local contacts, and other sources.
Responsibilities:
The researcher will assist in project design, implementation, and report writing for multiple analytical products
The researcher will assist in data collection, analysis, and quality control for various analytical focused on market research
Minimum Qualifications:
Detail-oriented with an ability to multitask and manage time effectively
Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and produce excellent work with minimal supervision
1-5 years of relevant experience
Strong writing and editing abilities
Strong research skills, particularly using foreign-language media and social media sources
Open-source analysis experience in an academic or professional setting
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint; experience using Power BI, PDF editor, and InDesign a plus
Literacy in global media landscape
Familiarity with the politics, culture, and history of at least one the above-mentioned regions
Strong understanding of conflict-affected regions/countries
Experience living in, studying, or working on topics related to any of the above-mentioned regions
Strong data management and analysis abilities
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work closely (virtually) with primary sources across the world / maintain strong rapport with individuals across various language/cultural barriers
Language:
Working proficiency in one or more of the following relevant languages strongly preferred; exposure to multiple highly desired.
- Afrikaans
- Austrian
- Arabic
- Bulgarian
- Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin)
- Czech
- Estonian
- Ethiopian
- Finnish
- French
- Georgian
- German
- Greek
- Hungarian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Kazakh
- Kyrgyz
- Latvian
- Lithuanian
- Polish
- Romanian
- Slovak
- Slovenian
- Spanish
- Tagalog
- Tajiki
- Turkish
- Turkmen
- Thai
- Ukrainian
- Urdu
- Uzbek
- Vietnamese
Education:
Minimum of a BA/BS in relevant field (Anthropology, Economics, International Affairs, Journalism, Political Science, Security Studies, Sociology)
MA/MS or currently pursuing preferred
Security Clearance:
None required; ability to eventually obtain minimum of SECRET clearance desired
$51k-111k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Support Scientist IV
STC 4.0
Postdoctoral scholar job in Greenbelt, MD
About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology.
Employment Category: Full-Time
Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site with global collaborations
Travel: Frequent (domestic & international field missions, scientific meetings)
Security Clearance: None
Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship
Salary: $130K - $175K
Job Description:
The Support Scientist IV will serve as a senior researcher under the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC, leading major research efforts in atmospheric science. This includes computational modeling, instrument development, and analysis of large satellite datasets. The role requires collaboration with scientists across institutions and management of junior researchers.
ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Plan and direct scientific research tasks in atmospheric science.
Lead development of computational models and instrumentation concepts.
Publish extensively and represent NASA at international conferences.
Mentor and oversee other scientists within project teams.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave
401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Tuition reimbursement
Requirements
10+ years of scientific research experience.
5+ years of leadership in scientific project management.
Strong background in atmospheric science with proven publication record.
Advanced programming expertise (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python).
Education:
Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or
M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus ten years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.
$130k-175k yearly 60d+ ago
Conflicts Researcher II
Sourcepro Search
Postdoctoral scholar job in Washington, DC
SourcePro Search is conducting a search for a Conflicts Researcher II in our top-rated law firm client in their Washington, DC office. This opportunity offers a competitive base, bonus and excellent benefits/growth potential. Qualified candidates will have Law firm/Big 4 accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree.
The ideal candidate will investigate, identify, and recommend resolution of conflicts-of-interest.
What You'll Do:
Independently conduct thorough and accurate research of corporations, agencies and individuals listed as incoming parties to client/matters, or submitted with preliminary conflicts checks;
Analyze and evaluate both the reference source research results and conflicts reports to determine whether conflicts-of-interest may exist with incoming parties;
Independently inform attorneys and administrative staff as to whether potential or actual conflicts exist and propose the necessary steps to resolve; Consult with management on complex conflicts issues potentially requiring the further direction of the Professional Responsibility Committee or the Office of General Counsel;
Update the corporate hierarchies or “family trees” in the Firm's conflicts database and billing database;
Conduct pro-active research of mergers, acquisitions and potential bankruptcies using various business reference sources and record findings in the conflicts database;
Analyze ‘thrust-upon” conflicts issues and propose resolutions to attorneys in consultation with the Professional Responsibility Committee or the Office of General Counsel;
Research and process requests including close, reopen, client, matter, and mailing/contact change requests;
Work overtime as required; and Handle additional Conflicts research and analysis projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree (strongly preferred);
At least 2 years of research or Conflicts related experience (required);
Intermediate-level proficiency in conflicts related computer operations and software programs;
Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Microsoft Word;
Intermediate-level proficiency in business verbal and written communications; and Intermediate-level knowledge of research procedures and methodology.
$44k-89k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Conflicts Researcher
Fawkes IDM
Postdoctoral scholar job in Washington, DC
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough and accurate research of corporations, agencies and individuals listed as incoming parties to client/matters, or submitted with preliminary conflicts checks;
Analyze and evaluate both the reference source research results and conflicts reports to determine whether conflicts-of-interest may exist with incoming parties;
Inform attorneys and administrative staff as to whether potential or actual conflicts exist and propose the necessary steps to resolve; Consult with management on complex conflicts issues potentially requiring the further direction of the Professional Responsibility Committee;
Update the corporate hierarchies or “family trees” in the Firm's conflicts database and billing database;
Conduct pro-active research of mergers, acquisitions and potential bankruptcies using various business reference sources and record findings in the conflicts database;
Prepare new business intake forms for review by the Conflicts Manager;
Research and process requests including close, reopen, client, matter, and mailing/contact change requests;
Work overtime as required; and
Handle additional Conflicts research and analysis projects as assigned.
Requirements
1+ year of law firm or professional services firm
Fundamental-level proficiency in conflicts related computer operations and software programs
Fundamental-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Microsoft Word;
$44k-89k yearly est. 26d ago
Mid-Level Vulnerability Researcher
Zetier
Postdoctoral scholar job in Arlington, VA
Zetier is seeking Mid-Level Vulnerability Researchers to analyze and counter malicious software and develop operationally critical cyber capabilities. Candidates will demonstrate practical experience designing, developing, and deploying tools intersecting command and control, persistence, and networking.
Required:
Experience with reverse engineering compiled programs (C/C++)
Experience reading common assembly languages (x86, x86-64, ARM)
Experience developing in scripting languages (Python)
Experience with debuggers and decompilers (gdb, Binja, IDA Pro)
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
Desired:
Experience developing/defeating mitigations (ASLR, DEP, N^X)
Developed defeats of common anti-RE techniques (obfuscation)
Detailed understanding of embedded platforms (FPGA, physical memory)
Securely implemented cryptographic primitives (AES-GCM, SHA256, ECDSA)
Experience with program analysis tools and techniques (control flow, program slicing, taint tracing)
Effective use of automated analysis (fuzzers, emulation, sandbox)
Deep knowledge of file systems and formats (ELF, PE, Mach-O)
Effective communication with customers and teammates
Experience developing proof-of-concept exploits
Active U.S. security clearance
Zetier is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business need.
$44k-88k yearly est. Auto-Apply 18d ago
Mobile Vulnerability Researcher
Fivetwelve
Postdoctoral scholar job in Severn, MD
The candidate will be working on a team performing vulnerability research against mobile technologies. The candidate must be familiar with the latest techniques in vulnerability research and demonstrate their ability to follow best practices. The candidate must be extremely detail oriented when documenting their research. Often, the candidate will be required to write code in C, Python, and Assembly to demonstrate ability to control the flaws.
Requirements• Understanding of Linux Kernel and device derivers
• Experience reading and writing assembly (x86/x64)
• Extensive experience with debuggers (ADB, GDB, etc.)
• Strong C, Python, and ASM development experience
• Working as a team with researchers and developers
*MUST HAVE TS/ SCI w/ FSP
Benefits
PTO: Our variable PTO plan lets you decide the amount that's best for you. Choose as few as 2 weeks or as much as 6 weeks.
Holidays: 10 annually
401k: 5% Company match; fully -vested from Day 1
Quarterly Bonus: Totaling 2.5% of your base salary annually
Pay for any extra hours in cash or comp time
Pay for unused holidays or comp time
Training Budget: Up to $5,250 annually
Cell Phone/Internet Allowance: Monthly reimbursement up to $75
Gym/Health Club Membership: Monthly reimbursement up to $50
Personal Technology Allowance: Up to $500 annually
Cool Logo Wear: At least $100 annually
Health Insurance: Provided through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Three plans to choose from - HSA Silver, HMO Platimun, PPO Platimum. FiveTwelve covers 80% of the premium for employees and their dependents.
Dental and Vision Insurance: Provided through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield. FiveTwelve covers 100% of the premium for employees and their dependents.
Short Term and Long Term Disability: FiveTwelve pays 100% of premium
Referral Bonus: Up to $10,000 for fully -cleared referrals
$51k-101k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Applied AI Health Scientist (ARPA-H)
Ripple Effect 3.9
Postdoctoral scholar job in Washington, DC
General Information
Job Code: SHR-BI-05T
Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
Telework: Ad hoc as determined by client
Salary Range: $129,985.76 - $149,483.62 per year (how we pay and promote)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen as required by client
Position Overview
Are you passionate about managing information to drive innovation and impact?
As a Applied AI Health Scientist supporting our client, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success. This is a Science and Engineering and Technical Advisor (SETA) role in the Proactive Health Mission Office at the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) responsible for providing expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning to support a program advancing AI diagnostics for rare diseases. Successful candidates have the ability to critically assess technical approaches, advise program leadership, and ensure that funded performers and partners are meeting the highest standards of rigor, reproducibility, and real-world applicability. You will contribute expertise across the full lifecycle of AI system development: data aggregation and curation, model training and benchmarking, and deployment/validation in real-world clinical settings.
Primary Responsibilities
While not an exhaustive list, the key duties for the position include:
Review and evaluate AI/ML technical proposals and deliverables from external teams.
Provide guidance on model development, training methods, and validation strategies.
Advise on integration of multimodal health data (EHR, imaging, genomic, and patient-reported).
Assess alignment of model architectures and approaches with program goals and clinical use cases.
Evaluate benchmarking results and provide feedback on methodological soundness.
Advise on deployment considerations, including interpretability, reliability, and safety in real-world settings.
Collaborate with clinical SMEs to ensure AI outputs align with clinician expectations and workflows.
Identify risks, gaps, or weaknesses in technical approaches and recommend corrective actions.
Support program leadership with technical assessments, reports, and recommendations.
Produce high-quality written reports and presentations that synthesize complex technical findings for diverse audiences.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field.
10+ years of relevant professional experience.
Basic Requirements:
Experience applying advanced ML methods (LLMs, deep learning, etc) to complex health datasets.
Familiarity with clinical and biomedical data types, including EHR, genomic, and imaging data.
Demonstrated ability to review, critique, and guide AI/ML technical work at a high level.
Strong understanding of evaluation methods for AI/ML, including robustness, fairness, interpretability, and reproducibility.
Strong written and visual communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations.
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
Skills That Set You Apart:
Experience in healthcare AI or biomedical applications.
Familiarity with the rare disease field
Prior involvement in technical advisory, evaluation, or SETA-style roles.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians and patient stakeholders.
Experience working in an early-stage, fast-paced, startup environment
About Ripple Effect
Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” since 2020, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.
Benefits
At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences.
Learn more about our benefits and culture here.
$130k-149.5k yearly Auto-Apply 13d ago
Scientist (49930)
Gap Solutions 4.4
Postdoctoral scholar job in Bethesda, MD
Position Objective: Provide services as a Scientist in support of the overall functions of the Flow Cytommetry Core on the NIH Bethesda campus by supporting collaborative research in the intramural community of the NIH.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Method Development: Establish best practices in conducting complex multi-parameter flow cytometry experiments through experimentation and testing of different methods and protocols.
Evaluate and test fluorescent reagents available from commercial vendors and advise on their use.
Identify and implement new flow cytometry-related technologies to enhance VRC's capabilities in deep profiling immune cells.
Explore and be familiar with analytical tools available to conduct high-dimension data analysis.
Develop protocols for sorting infectious samples, ensuring compliance with international safety standards.
Training: Conduct routine basic and advanced training and educational efforts on flow cytometry methods and applications for researchers and collaborators, including safety and technical workshops for analyzers and cell sorters.
Train staff and users on new equipment and ensure new equipment performs up to the existing standards and tolerances.
Ensure that best practices in flow cytometry are implemented and educate FCC staff and VRC users accordingly.
Work with VRC PIs to develop flow cytometric protocols, data analysis, and data presentation to ensure the highest level of quality.
Operations: Support cell sorting projects with well-documented quality procedures and practices.
Engage in risk assessment program for all active cell sorting projects and advise researchers accordingly.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and update procedural manuals and methods for the FCC cell sorting facility. Analyze laboratory testing reports and maintain detailed logs of all work-related activities.
Identify and address unexpected test discrepancies, recommending solutions. Interface with researchers, suppliers, reference labs, and equipment personnel to support operational needs.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or a related biomedical research field.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in flow cytometry and immunology.
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing cutting-edge flow cytometry techniques.
Experience in providing supervised and unsupervised single cell data analysis solutions for highparameter flow cytometry.
Experience in setting up immunophenotyping pipelines for high-dimensional flow cytometry.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience in working within a core/shared resource facility preferred.
Ability to work independently, multitask, and pay close attention to detail.
Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills.
Ability and willingness to work on a team, excellent customer relations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or other equivalent software suites
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at ********************. You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
$70k-103k yearly est. 7d ago
Associate Scientist I
Microbac 4.0
Postdoctoral scholar job in Sterling, VA
Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more!
Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I .
ABOUT MICROBAC
Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience.
Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope.
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets.
JOB SUMMARY
The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development
Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing
Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses
Perform equipment and instrumentation set up
Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation
Prepare and analyze samples
Accurately record observations and data and interpret results
Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods
Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures
Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training
Sign off on final certificates of analysis
Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's
Monitor and address sample backlog issues
Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy
Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records
Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS
Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science
Prior analytical testing experience
Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting
Ability to interpret data and prepare reports
Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders
Computer literacy
Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands and working conditions 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 Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception.
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This job may require travel less than 20%
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets.
OTHER:
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.
Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
$55k-79k yearly est. Auto-Apply 43d ago
Chinese PAI Research & Translation (Mandarin Linguist)
V2X
Postdoctoral scholar job in Suitland, MD
Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.
The Mandarin Publicly Available Information (PAI) Research and Translation analyst will discover, collect, and translate target language PAI pertaining to science and technology (S&T) topics of strategic significance. You will focus specifically on S&T topics and associated document translation, as prioritized by ONI.
Responsibilities
+ Translate publications in target language and other publicly available information while ensuring that the translated material maintains a logical and appropriate flow.
+ Perform first line analysis on findings that are in line with ONI priorities in a format that is identified by the Government customer.
+ Maintain production pace of 1 to 4 pages per business day.
+ Create and maintain list of S&T-related native language terms.
+ Perform cross-domain transfer of documents to destination location determined by Government.
+ Perform routine research to in efforts to discover new information sources.
+ Develop a queue and establish a schedule to perform regular searches on items identified in the queue.
+ Perform ad-hoc research in efforts to identify new organizations, entities, topics, and other information of interest.
+ Create and maintain a system to document and track reports/resources for discovery by ONI analysts and attend bi-monthly meetings with Government lead to discuss.
+ Develop system to track requests-for-information (RFIs) and document updates/progress. Attend bi-monthly meetings with Government lead to discuss.
+ Perform and / or be subject to quality control (QC) reviews of translated material.
+ Attend production and workgroup meetings, as required.
Qualifications
+ Education / Certifications:
+ Must have and maintain Mandarin language proficiency as verified by at least a 2.0 rating on the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale and must have a current (within the last year) test score to validate this rating (equivalent Defense Language Proficiency Test score is acceptable).
+ Experience:
+ Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and translate S&T lexicon in the target language.
+ Demonstrated experience using managed attribution systems/programs to perform safe open source research while applying Open Source Tradecraft.
+ Demonstrated excellent organization skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines.
+ Demonstrated clear written, and oral communications skills.
+ Minimum one year of experience using Microsoft Office software programs.
+ Skills & Technology Used:
+ Familiarity with managed attribution systems, unclassified, and classified resources for research.
+ Microsoft Office Suite software programs.
+ Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines.
At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients
$50k-99k yearly est. 59d ago
Cleared Mobile Vulnerability Researcher
Yellow Duck Technologies
Postdoctoral scholar job in Annapolis, MD
Yellow Duck Technologies is seeking a Mobile Vulnerability Researcher to join a team focused on identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in mobile technologies. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the latest techniques in vulnerability research, with strong skills in C, Python, and Assembly (ASM) to demonstrate control over discovered flaws. This role requires attention to detail, especially when documenting research findings, and the ability to work collaboratively with other researchers and developers in a fast-paced security environment.
Requirements:
Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree in a related field or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
Strong development skills in C, Python, and Assembly (ASM).
Experience reading and writing assembly.
Extensive experience using debuggers.
Familiarity with best practices in vulnerability research.
Ability to work closely with researchers and developers to analyze and exploit security flaws.
Strong attention to detail in research documentation.
Yellow Duck Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or class.
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$50k-101k yearly est. 7d ago
Embedded System Researcher 3
Arsiem
Postdoctoral scholar job in Annapolis, MD
Corporation At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support.
As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.
ARSIEM is currently looking for an Embedded System Researcher 3. The position will support one of our Government clients in Annapolis Junction, MD.Responsibilities
Lead others in tasks, coordinate with customers on existing work, and lead complex problems through to completion.
Focus on embedded systems with ARM, PPC, MIPS, or other embedded assembly languages.
Minimum Qualifications
Expert-level engineering experience with over 12 years of analyzing embedded systems
Experience researching and developing in an embedded systems world (VxWorks, ELDK, or custom OS)
Experience with Python, C, and ASM, and development
Experience with debugging tools (GDB)
Demonstrated ability to self-drive research tasking and coordinate with customers on distilling larger tasks into meaningful milestones
Labor Category Requirements - Software Developer 3
Minimum eight (8) years of experience programming with object-oriented programming languages
Minimum five (5) years of experience developing Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET environments OR minimum five (5) years of experience developing UNIX applications using make files or comparable build environments
Experience developing complex programs using, C, C#, C++, Java, or other comparable languages
Minimum three (3) leading projects that develop complex software, ensuring a collaborative environment, and configuration management, and Experience implementing software life cycle management (requirements, design, develop, test, validate, deploy)
Labor Category Requirements - CNO Analyst/Programmer 3
Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of experience OR minimum ten (10) years of experience in computer science, information systems, or network engineering
Minimum eight (8) years of experience programming in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, or Python
Minimum seven (7) years of experience developing in one (1) or more of the following:
Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET environments
UNIX applications using make files or comparable build environments
Minimum six (6) years of experience with programming CNO tools and techniques
Minimum five (5) years of experience managing and supervising teams in support of the Government CNO capability development
Minimum five (5) years of experience with programming CNO tools for the US Government
Minimum four (4) years of experience in programming techniques to evade host and or network-based intrusion detection systems
Minimum four (4) years of experience in network sockets programming, developing packet-level programs: expert packet-level understanding of IP, TCP, and application-level protocols
Expert ability in UNIX kernel internals and low-level Windows internals:
OS runtime linker/loader
Object file formats (e.g., PE, COFF, ELF)
File system internals (e.g., NTFS, ext2, btrfs)
OS-specific mandatory and discretionary access control mechanisms
Process and thread APIs and data structures.
Clearance Requirement: This position requires an active TS/SCI with a polygraph. You must be a U.S. citizen for consideration. Candidate Referral: Do you know someone who would be GREAT at this role? If you do, ARSIEM has a way for you to earn a bonus through our referral program for persons presenting NEW (not in our resume database) candidates who are successfully placed on one of our projects. The bonus for this position is $10,000, and the referrer is eligible to receive the sum for any applicant we place within 12 months of referral. The bonus is paid after the referred employee reaches 6 months of employment.
ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and 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.
$50k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Mobile Vulnerability Researcher - up to 225K - FS Poly
Stanleyreid
Postdoctoral scholar job in Annapolis, MD
Our client tailors software, IT and data management to their customers' unique needs, fostering strong partnerships built on trust and transparency. Founded by engineers, they've been tackling complex missions for over 15 years while prioritizing "good technology" - solutions that excel in user experience, long-term value, and ethical considerations. They not only invest in technology, they are also committed to investing in your future with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (fully-paid medical, 10% 401k match, generous PTO, and flexible work arrangements). Here, you're an invaluable member of the team, making a real impact in a collaborative, supportive environment that truly appreciates your individual spark. Turn your aspirations into reality and experience the difference a great employer can make - it's not just talk with our client, it's excellence in practice.
They are seeking a Mobile Vulnerability Researcher to join their team.
Relevant qualifications:
-Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar
-4+ years of professional experience
-Knowledge of mobile operating systems
-Experience Android and the Linux kernel
-Experience reading and writing assembly code
-Experience with C and Python
Desired:
-Experience with IDA Pro
-Knowledge of iOS
-Knowledge of mobile network protocols
This role is located in Annapolis Junction, MD and requires a TS/SCI + Full-Scope Polygraph.
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