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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

HANSOH BIO A U.S.-based research & development subsidiary of Hansoh Pharma, Hansoh Bio is a biotech devoted to discovering and developing breakthrough therapies that conquer serious diseases and disorders for patients around the world. Hansoh Pharma is a leading biopharmaceutical company in Asia. Founded in 1995, we are committed to discovering and developing life-changing medicines to help patients. Our rapidly growing workforce of 9,000+ employees, and our fully integrated research and development, manufacturing and commercial capabilities have propelled us into leadership positions across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including CNS, oncology, infectious disease, and metabolic disorders. With 1,400 professionals across multiple R&D functions, we rank 2nd in innovation among all Chinese biotech and pharmaceutical companies, based on new molecular entities developed for clinical development. Since an IPO on Hong Kong stock exchange in June 2019, we have raised $1.6B from global top-tier institutional investors; with a current equity value of approximately $27B, Hansoh is the 2nd largest biopharmaceutical companies in China and 6th largest in Asia by market capitalization. For more information, please visit **************** BIOTHERAPEUTICS - MARYLAND R&D CENTER At Hansoh, we never rest in the quest of bringing truly life-changing treatments to patients. We are currently seeking a motivated scientist to join our Biotherapeutics-ADC Biology team in Rockville, Maryland. The position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in target discovery, validation, and preclinical candidate development of high impact projects. THE POSITION -SCIENTIST OF BIOTHERAPEUTICS We are seeking a passionate, science-driven candidate to lead or contribute to antibody-based therapeutic projects at Hansoh Bio. The Maryland R&D site focuses on the discovery of novel drug candidates, including monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), and bispecific antibodies for the treatment of cancer, renal, cardiovascular, and immune system diseases. The candidate is expected to explore and introduce new technological tools, methodologies, and knowledge to achieve project goals and expand our research capabilities. The successful candidate will collaborate directly with corporate partners, cross-functional teams, and project teams to support our preclinical programs. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead or support oncology, immuno-oncology and/or immunology projects. Design, conduct, and analyze experiments on antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Perform in vitro functional and binding assays. Culture, engineer cell lines, and prepare reagents. Troubleshoot experiments with technical discretion. Review data, prepare reports, and present findings to managers and teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute tasks. Maintain accurate documentation in electronic lab notebooks. QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in cancer biology or related field. Demonstrated innovation in oncology, immuno-oncology, or autoimmune disease research. Skilled in in vitro techniques, including culture, multicolor FACS, ELISA and/or in vitro killing assays. Experience with mouse tumor models. Background in pre-clinical assay development preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to deliver clear, precise reports in internal and external meetings. Strong record of impactful publications and/or patent contributions.

PRIMARY PURPOSE The Special Activities and Intelligence (SAI) Program in our Operational Warfighting (OPS) Division at CNA is hiring for a part-time Research Scientist. Staff at this level will typically be leading smaller and/or less complex projects, playing a critical role as a team member on projects with specific technical/scientific expertise. For this role we are looking for people that have extensive experience in AI and ML. The SAI program conducts analyses that help decision-makers integrate information, intelligence, and exquisite effects into fleet operations. CNA has played an active role in the reconstruction of real-world incidents, assessment of the employment of operational teams, and the extraction of operational value from intelligence feeds. We also support efforts to integrate artificial intelligence and autonomous capabilities, crafting policies and procedures to guide their development and bridging the technology gap between defense and industry. CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission. JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES 1. Routinely produces analysis on structured and unstructured problems that meets CNA's quality standards with limited direction and general supervision. Demonstrates ability to develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems with assistance/support from more senior staff. Shows the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context. Can lead complex analytic projects with supervision. Begins to make connections and synthesize ideas across multiple, related studies. 2. Develops and maintains deep, specific institutional knowledge and expertise of primary clients/sponsors; their culture, organization, and issues. Uses that knowledge to support training & mentoring of new staff, to support on-going work, and to support development and shaping of new work for existing clients/ sponsors. 3. Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action. Contributes productively and harmoniously to the work of others; treats everyone respectfully, professionally and fairly. Independently identifies opportunities for collaboration within team, division, and operating unit. Supports supervisor's initiatives and helps make vision a reality. Recognizes and acknowledges contributions from subordinates. 4. Supports business development efforts and/or marketing activities by interacting with CNA managers and current clients/sponsors on securing follow on work (e.g., small grants, or above core projects), expanding or developing new ideas for future projects, and occasionally working with potential clients/sponsors on developing new project ideas. Occasionally serves as internal reviewer of technical proposals. 5. Interacts regularly and independently with clients/sponsors and related parties. Typical interactions are at the "peer equivalent" level, but some level of interaction at senior level. Can effectively represent CNA as an organization. 6. Influences decisions by sponsors/ clients; provide sponsors/clients with implementable recommendations. Occasionally supports efforts to enhance CNA's reputation via publishing and outreach activities. 7. Demonstrates strong and effective communications skills, to include ability to summarize and synthesize larger pieces of work into effective executive summaries/executive briefings. Can effectively present work to more senior and larger audiences. Effectively communicates with & engages colleagues at all levels of the organization. 8. Works under limited direction and general supervision from division management. Can lead projects of low to medium size and/or complexity, as well as significant tasks on large or more complex projects. Effectively manages all aspects of assigned projects, to include delivery of high-quality analytic products on-time, and on-budget. 9. Plays a supporting role in the mentoring and training of new staff individually or as a member of a project team. Regularly demonstrates initiative in pursuing improvements in the quality of our projects and analytic products. Participates in corporate initiatives when asked to do so, and makes contributions to initiatives focused on making CNA a better place to work. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS 1. Education: Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field (STEM), PhD preferred. 2. Experience: Typical minimum requirements 5+ years of experience in research and analysis. Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts and applications preferred. Experience with Navy and AI-related organizations and processes preferred. 3. Skills: Ability to work on progressively more difficult projects/analyses, including directing portions of large research projects or small to medium projects under general supervision Ability to operate independently and proactively in the execution of assignments; Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong critical thinking skills Knowledge of research techniques Strong planning and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong and effective oral and written communication skills Ability to interact directly and effectively with clients and influence their decisions 4. Other: Must have an active Top-Secret Security Clearance. SCI eligibility is highly desired. Required Documents Please upload the following documents with your application Resume Writing Sample CNA follows a broad band compensation framework that considers a range of criteria in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets; experience; degree, certifications, other business and organizational needs. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is around $73.00 - $81.25 hourly. CNA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Additionally, we provide generous paid time off programs to promote a health work-life balance. Eligibility for these benefits varies based on employment classification. CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors. In addition to federal legal requirements, CNA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. These protections extend to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring practices, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training and career development programs. For more information about EEO protections, please view the EEO is the law posters here: "EEO is the Law" Poster", "EEO Poster Supplement". The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. To be considered for hire, all individuals applying for positions with CNA are subject to a background investigation. For positions requiring access to classified information, U.S. citizenship is required. Individuals will also be subject to an additional government background investigation, and continued employment eligibility is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

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

2026 Technology-to-Market Summer Scholars Program Background The Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Energy. ARPA-E cultivates transformative technologies that break through technical barriers to strengthen American energy dominance. ARPA-E programs provide top energy researchers with funding, technical assistance, and tech-to-market guidance to innovate how Americans access affordable, reliable, and secure energy. The driving question behind all ARPA-E programs is, "Is there a better way to create, use, store, and deliver energy?" ARPA-E recruits Summer Scholars who have a unique combination of technical and business skills to help commercialize technologies developed by ARPA-E's programs. Opportunity ARPA-E's Summer Scholars Program gives students the chance to help prepare ARPA-E's technologies for market adoption and receive mentorship from ARPA-E's Technology-to-Market team, the ARPA-E Program Directors, and ARPA-E Fellows. ARPA-E seeks graduate students interested in: o Researching market trends, cross-industry collaboration opportunities, and go-to-market strategies o Assisting in developing techno-economic analysis o Performing stakeholder analysis to identify technology adopters and laggards o Mapping key sectors within ARPA-E's mission o Identifying, designing, and quantifying metrics to support program development and performers success Planned Projects: o Analysis of bottlenecks to scaling advanced nuclear for commercial maritime applications o Attributing and quantifying impacts from broader effects related to ARPA-E technologies o Demand analysis for batteries having 1 kwh/kg and/or 1 kwh/l of energy density, to include unmanned systems and aviation markets o Analysis of availability, feasibility and cost-benefit of nanofluids for increased heat transfer efficiency (NOTE: THIS PROJECT IS NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE) o Assessment of ARPA-E funded technologies and processes to optimize synthetic fuel production in remote/austere locations o Assessment of critical mineral supply chains for opportunity to optimize for cost, energy, and production capacity o Opportunities to optimize energy utilization at data centers o Financial analysis, market research, technoeconomic analysis, model development, internal frameworks and tools development for an emerging topic Applicants should be prepared for deep immersion into the project's subject matter and must thrive when working independently. Job requirements include strong analytical, written, and oral communication abilities. Ideal candidate(s) for the program will have a BS degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, economics, data analytics, electrical engineering, physics, material science, computer science) and be in the process of completing a graduate level degree (e.g. MS, MBA, PhD). ARPA-E compensates Summer Scholars with a weekly stipend and travel costs. A Scholar's typical length of stay ranges from 8-12 weeks. The position is based at ARPA-E's headquarters in Washington, DC. This opportunity is available only to U.S. citizens. Note, this is not a job announcement for federal appointment. Applications will be reviewed, and if selected, candidates will receive an offer of temporary appointment from ORISE. How to Apply Highly motivated candidates should submit a CV, a cover letter, and two references at **************************************************** Please note: If applicants are interested in more than one proposed project, please indicate in the body of your cover letter the specific projects you are interested in pursuing. Questions can be directed via email to ********************** with the words "Summer Scholars" in the subject heading. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and are due no later than Monday, January 19th, 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to apply early. Additional Reference Documents: ARPA-E is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, December 9th at 4 pm ET to describe the Summer Scholars program and answer questions. A link to the webinar will be available at ********************************************* Project Descriptions Analysis of bottlenecks to scaling advanced nuclear for commercial maritime applications Afloat power systems will serve as a source of affordable, reliable, and secure power to locations afflicted by extreme weather, war, etc.; they will also support critical infrastructure like data centers and ports. As the commercial maritime industry pushes to derisk advanced nuclear, what technology areas should ARPA-E prioritize in future programs to expedite the scaleup and employment? The Summer Scholar will review literature and interview stakeholders to determine what technology gaps are restricting/limiting the employment of advanced nuclear for maritime applications. Outcomes: * Summary of domestic maritime nuclear efforts and challenges to integrating advanced nuclear * Suggestions for future technology development at ARPA-E Attributing and quantifying impacts from broader effects related to ARPA-E technologies ARPA-E tracks impact indicators, such as companies formed from ARPA-E-funded projects, follow-on funding raised by companies, patents, and company exits. How do ARPA-E's advancements catalyze the development of companies beyond those funded by ARPA-E? Likewise, are there ARPA-E outputs which shift focus and realignment in a field or create completely new fields, that lead to additional public and private investment beyond the ARPA-E funded projects? The Summer Scholar will review past ARPA-E programs and impacts, and assess their market penetration, and quantify the broader effects attributable to ARPA-E. Outcome: * Analysis that identifies processes and methods to quantify the broader effects of ARPA-E technologies that strengthen American energy dominance, including fulfillment of ARPA-E's statutory mission to improve energy efficiency, establish independent supply chains for energy resources, reduce emissions, bolster infrastructure, and improve radioactive waste management. Demand analysis for batteries having 1 kwh/kg and/or 1 kwh/l of energy density, to include unmanned systems and aviation markets ARPA-E's JOULES Program is developing energy storage solutions to deliver 1 kwh/kg and/or 1 kwh/l of energy density for transportation systems. The market benefits of these solutions are generally understood, but a technoeconomic analysis will serve beachhead markets. The Summer Scholar will assess electric aircraft and unmanned systems markets (drones, etc.) for opportunity and cost benefit to integrate JOULES technologies. Outcomes: * Technoeconomic analysis of markets for highly energy dense storage solutions, applicable to electric aircraft and drone markets * Recommendations for additional technology development at ARPA-E Analysis of availability, feasibility and cost-benefit of nanofluids for increased heat transfer efficiency (NOTE: THIS PROJECT IS NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE) Novel nanofluids in heat transfer applications could drastically improve thermal efficiency and reduce energy demand. The availability, opportunity, and cost-benefit to integrate these nanofluids, however, is not well documented. The Summer Scholar will assess feasibility, benefit, and cost to apply nanofluids in working fluids to increase the efficiency of heat transfer applications. The analysis will identify high impact markets, applications, and determine where nanofluids will have the greatest return on investment. Outcome: * Summary of the nanofluid market and comprehensive cost-benefit analysis * Recommendation for disruptive research in thermal efficiency Assessment of ARPA-E funded technologies and processes to optimize synthetic fuel production in remote/austere locations The Department of War is investigating methods to synthesize drop-in fuels to support ships, aircraft, and forces in remote environments. Current processes could be optimized by applying disruptive technologies being developed at ARPA-E. The Summer Scholar will review energy technologies, processes, and energy resources in Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam, and assess solutions that could optimize synthetic fuel production. Outcome: * Summary of current methods to produce synthetic fuel and remote environments' access to energy * Summary of viability of ARPA-E's technological portfolio to optimize production of synthetic fuels and opportunity for further development Assessment of critical mineral supply chains for opportunity to optimize for cost, energy, and production capacity The United States is scaling up domestic capabilities to extract, separate, and process critical minerals to establish independent supply chains. Novel technologies have tremendous potential to alleviate, resolve, and avoid bottlenecks in these supply chains. The Summer Scholar will review existing methods and emerging technologies for the extraction, separation, and refinement of critical minerals and identify processes with the most potential for optimization. Outcomes: * Summary of techno-economic analysis of the U.S. domestic mining industry, focused on identifying key bottlenecks and innovations to accelerate domestic production of critical minerals * Recommendations for development of potentially transformative technologies Opportunities to optimize energy utilization at data centers Data centers are expected to become increasingly energy dense facilities, with the largest under construction today planned for 1 to 2 gigawatts of peak power demand. National demand for power is drastically outpacing generation, which makes energy efficient designs of data center's infrastructure imperative. Summer Scholars will explore the existing economics and technical opportunities associated with these uniquely power dense facilities and identify novel solutions and areas for disruptive technology development to optimize energy use. The analysis and solutions should include power distribution and cooling. Outcomes: * Summary of analysis of load growth from data centers * Assessment of technology development opportunities targeting energy optimization Financial analysis, market research, technoeconomic analysis, model development, internal frameworks and tools development for an emerging topic The Summer Scholar will be tasked to support an emerging topic prior to the start of their internship. The work may involve financial analysis, market research, technoeconomic analysis, model development, internal frameworks and tools, and other outputs as the T2M team requires. This category targets Summer Scholars who don't have a particular focus but are open to topics and areas that ARPA-E is involved with in a general basis to support ARPA-E's mission. Outcomes: * Summary of analysis * Recommendations for transformative energy technology development

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.

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.

Job Description 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.

Data Scientist Systems Integration, Inc. (SII) is a leading provider of customer experience, data analytics and digital transformation solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Scientist to help the FBI uncover actionable insights from vast and complex data sets. This role focuses on identifying enterprise-level toolsets, applying advanced data mining techniques, and building predictive models that integrate with FBI systems. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels of the organization. Responsibilities: * Select, build, and optimize machine learning classifiers using advanced techniques * Apply state-of-the-art data mining methods to extract meaningful patterns * Enhance data collection procedures to ensure relevance for analytic systems * Cleanse, process, and validate data integrity for analysis * Conduct ad-hoc analyses and present results in a clear, actionable format * Develop and monitor automated anomaly detection systems * Design innovative approaches for handling and analyzing large-scale data sets * Address fundamental challenges in data handling, search, and retention * Solve complex data storage and retrieval issues * Develop software solutions to improve data search and access processes * Analyze results and deliver recommendations that support mission objectives. Qualifications: * Must be US Citizen * Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later). * Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests) * Proficiency with data science toolkits such as R, Weka, NumPy, and MATLAB * Excellent communication and presentation skills * Experience with tools like Microsoft Power BI, Anaconda, and SPSS * Skilled in data visualization using D3.js, GGplot, or similar platforms * Proficient in SQL and Hive for querying large datasets * Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase) * Solid foundation in applied statistics (distributions, testing, regression) * Strong scripting and programming capabilities. * Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects of similar scope. * Bachelor's degree required in data science, statistics, computer science or related field.

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.

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 534278 Work type: Staff Senior management: Vice President for Research Department: Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute Job Description The Sahoo Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute studies the genetic and functional mechanisms that drive bone marrow failure, clonal hematopoiesis, and progression to MDS and AML. We integrate genomic and functional approaches on patient derived samples, iPSC and mouse disease models to uncover mechanisms and therapeutic vulnerabilities. Current project areas include: 1. Germline predisposition to MDS and AML: mechanisms by which SAMD9L mutations cause hematopoietic failure and predispose to leukemogenesis 2. Chromosome 7 aneuploidy syndromes: modeling monosomy 7 associated bone marrow failure and its role in clonal selection 3. Clonal evolution and therapeutic vulnerabilities: using single cell sequencing to track clonal dynamics and to identify targets in high risk MDS and AML We seek a full-time Research Tech to support our cellular, and in vivo studies. The role requires strong organizational skills, careful record keeping, and comfort working in a fast-paced research environment. The key responsibilities will include if not limited to: * Perform molecular biology workflows: DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, standard PCR genotyping, qPCR, gel electrophoresis. * Support mouse studies: Main mouse colonies, perform genotyping, manage timed breeding, performing procedures (tail vein and intraperitoneal injections, routine blood collection) and sample collection (per approved protocols). * Participate in laboratory projects involving the application of basic molecular biology techniques and mouse animal models. * Open to learn new techniques, be inquisitive, collaborative and collegial * Maintain lab inventories, data archiving, and uphold safety and compliance standards. To apply: Provide a CV, a brief cover note describing relevant experience, and contact information for two to three references. Required Qualifications * Prior experience with mice colony management, breeding, and experimental procedures like routine blood collection, tail vein and intraperitoneal injections. * Working knowledge of and willingness to master molecular and cell biology techniques, including DNA and RNA isolation, PCR , qPCR, and flowcytometry. * Willingness to learn and assist in generating libraries for next generation sequencing (NGS) methods * Strong organization, attention to detail, record-keeping, and ability to work in a fast-paced setting * Flexibility, reliability, and excellent communication skills; enjoys teamwork. Preferred Qualifications * Coursework or training in a biological science (molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, or related field). * Experience with cell culture and lab project management * Demonstrated communication skills * Demonstrated ability to follow instructions Pay Band 3 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Hours per week 40 Review Date 10/10/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: September 24, 2025 Applications close:

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

Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments. Summary Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments. Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026 Salary $49,960 to - $99,314 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 9 Locations FEW vacancies in the following locations: Clear AFB, AK Eielson AFB, AK Elmendorf AFB, AK Little Rock AFB, AR Show morefewer locations (54) Davis Monthan AFB, AZ Luke AFB, AZ Beale AFB, CA Edwards AFB, CA Los Angeles, CA March AFB, CA Travis AFB, CA Vandenberg AFB, CA Buckley AFB, CO Colorado Springs, CO Peterson AFB, CO Dover AFB, DE Eglin AFB, FL Hurlburt Field, FL MacDill AFB, FL Patrick AFB, FL Robins AFB, GA Pearl Harbor, HI Mountain Home AFB, ID Scott AFB, IL Barksdale AFB, LA Hanscom AFB, MA Andrews AFB, MD Whiteman AFB, MO Columbus AFB, MS Keesler AFB, MS Malmstrom AFB, MT Grand Forks AFB, ND Minot AFB, ND Offutt AFB, NE McGuire AFB, NJ Cannon AFB, NM Holloman AFB, NM Kirtland AFB, NM Rome, NY Heath, OH Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Altus AFB, OK Tinker AFB, OK Vance AFB, OK Charleston AFB, SC Ellsworth AFB, SD Arnold AFB, TN Dyess AFB, TX Goodfellow AFB, TX Laughlin AFB, TX San Antonio, TX Hill AFB, UT Dahlgren, VA Langley AFB, VA Pentagon, Arlington, VA Fairchild AFB, WA McChord AFB, WA Warren AFB, WY Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Internships Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 12 Job family (Series) * 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences Supervisory status No Security clearance Top Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Trust determination process * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number K-26-DHA-12807107-MDL Control number 846774300 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Students Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution. Recent graduates Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans. Clarification from the agency This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Duties Help * This is a formal AF intern position in the Recent Palace Acquire Program (PAQ) and, as such, it is centrally funded by HQ AFPC/DPZS. GS-07 * Uses prescribed methods to perform specific, and limited work assignments that are normally minor phases of a broader assignment of a higher-grade professional. * Assists in coordinating projects with engineers, biological scientists, physical scientists, and community planners. * Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. GS-09 * Participates in providing environmental biological science support in assigned environmental projects through application of professional knowledge and skill in the biological sciences with emphasis on environmental practices, processes, and techniques. * Responsible for executing assigned routine projects, in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies. * Assists in the development of curricula and training for assigned program areas. * Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment. Requirements Help Conditions of employment * This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection * Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see *********** * Total salary varies depending on location of position * PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations * Recruitment incentives may be authorized * This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Some position may be subject to drug testing * Employee must maintain current certifications * Disclosure of Political Appointments * You will be required to serve a one year probationary period * Some position under this announcement may require either a secret, top secret, or special sensitive clearance Qualifications * The CSA PAQ program requires a degree with overall GPA standing of 2.95 /3.0 or higher. All qualifications must be met prior to August 2026. This must be from an accredited college or university: BASIC REQUIREMENTS for GS-7 and GS-9: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. You may qualify if you meet one of the following: 1. GS-7: You must have completed or will complete a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in the following: a) Grade Point Average 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. 2. GS-9: You must have completed 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree: a) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc. you cannot qualify based on GPA. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional knowledge of the biological sciences (environmental) concepts and principles and standard practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects or minor phases of a larger and more complex project. 2. Knowledge to study environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects (See Environmental Program Checklist). 3. Basic knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices. 4. Ability to search technical reports, manufacturers' catalogs, and other guidelines to obtain information. 5. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member in the design of environmental systems. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ************************************************** Please submit copies of all Transcripts to include Transferred hours - Official copies are not required at time of application. If selected, you will be required to provide official copies of all Transcripts. *NOTE*Degree Audits are not accepted. If you qualify based on undergraduate education and you have not graduated prior to applying to this position. You may be offered a position contingent upon your final grade point average or class ranking. IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. * The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program. * The term "recent graduate" means a person who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than two years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than four years. Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. Expand Hide additional information 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. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent/term with a full-time/part-time work schedule. 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US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************ We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well. Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset. Job Description • BioProcess Engineering (BPE) department is responsible for scale up, tech transfer, and facility fit of clinical and commercial processes to manufacturing. BPE is also responsible for producing development drug substance material and data from pilot facilities. Members of Development Scale-up Center (DSC), within BPE, produce materials up to 500L scale for toxicology and process development studies, to confirm process performance and to troubleshoot issues in GMP facility, and work with cross functional team on technology evaluations. • This position is focused on upstream cell culture and fermentation processes supporting scalability and production of therapeutic proteins in DSC. Position is a hands-on laboratory and production-based role. Responsibilities include but are not limited to media preparations, routine sub-culturing of cells and fermentations. The candidate will assist in adaptation of transferred information for scale-up processes from late stage development to DSC as well as assisting in the production of various tox and development materials, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with the production processes and/or equipment, identifying root causes for deviations, implementing corrective/preventative actions, assisting in implementing new technologies, and trending/analyzing data. • The candidate will assist in compiling data and expected to summarize and assist in interpreting results. The candidate will also maintain production and laboratory equipment. Qualifications Education: • Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in scientific, engineering or related field. Experience: • For the RA, we require a BS with 2 - 5 years or a MS with 0 - 2 years of relevant experience. • For the AS, we require a BS with a minimum of 5 years or MS with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Additional Information Special Skills/ Abilities • Hands on proficiency in cell culture and/or fermentation and good aseptic techniques. Bioreactor/fermenter operation experience is preferred. • Good documentation, writing and communication skills in a team based setting are essential.

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments - and we're only getting started. At McCormick, we're always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees - all 14,000 of us across the world - are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire an Associate Scientist, CPD immediately at our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer: * Competitive compensation * Career growth opportunities * Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices * Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness * Tuition assistance POSITION OVERVIEW: The Associate Scientist will support product development initiatives within McCormick's U.S. Consumer Products Division (USCPD), contributing to innovation and renovation projects across McCormick's retail brands. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop and formulate products from concept through commercialization to meet consumer, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements. * Plan and prioritize project work to meet deadlines and business objectives. * Manage and protect proprietary technical information, including formulas, ingredient technologies, and manufacturing processes. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Regulatory, Technical Services, Sensory, etc.) to share updates and align on project actions. * Partner with McCormick facilities and external co-packers to develop, launch, and optimize products; participate in plant trials as needed. * Communicate with ingredient suppliers to obtain information and samples to support development activities as directed by Senior PD staff REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's degree in Food Science preferred, Chemistry or a related technical field considered * Minimum one year of product development experience in the food industry (co-op and internship experience will be considered) * Experience in effective collaboration in a team environment * Ability to adapt quickly to changing business priorities * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Strong decision-making skills * Passion for food and flavor * Curiosity and innovative thinking PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Experience developing new products * Culinary skills * Experience with SAP, product formulary, and retrieval systems #LI-CG1 McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. == Base Salary: $53,990 to $94,480 Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick's Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include: * Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits * Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support * Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK? United by flavor. Driven by results. As a McCormick employee you'll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself-to have a say in where the company is going and how it's growing. Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.

PRIMARY PURPOSE CNA is hiring for Research Scientists to join their Advanced Technology Assessments (ATA) division. Staff at this level will typically be leading smaller and/or less complex projects, playing a critical role as a team member on projects with specific technical/scientific expertise. As part of the Department of the Navy's Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), CNA's Advanced Technology Assessments (ATA) division provides analysis that evaluates the military utility and efficacy of emerging defense technologies and prototypes, operational test and evaluation of DoD programs of record, and tactics development and resourcing decisions for existing naval aircraft. Analyses from ATA help the Navy make data-informed resourcing, training, and modernization decisions for new and existing defense technologies, with a focus on naval aircraft. Our research supports defense innovation programs to ensure operational effectiveness and lethality and to maintain the technological superiority of US military forces. ATA also contributes independent analyses to the testing of new aviation systems and the development of tactics to optimize the effectiveness of existing aircraft. ATA Scientists typically work collaboratively and independently with research staff from other research areas across the FFRDC, as well as with some sponsors and staffs. They have demonstrated research and analysis experience, and they require less direction and supervision than entry-level research staff. CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission. JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES 1. Routinely produces analysis on structured and unstructured problems that meets CNA's quality standards with limited direction and general supervision. Demonstrates ability to develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems with assistance/support from more senior staff. Shows the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context. Can lead complex analytic projects with supervision. Begins to make connections and synthesize ideas across multiple, related studies. 2. Develops and maintains deep, specific institutional knowledge and expertise of primary clients/sponsors; their culture, organization, and issues. Uses that knowledge to support training & mentoring of new staff, to support on-going work, and to support development and shaping of new work for existing clients/ sponsors. 3. Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action. Contributes productively and harmoniously to the work of others; treats everyone respectfully, professionally and fairly. Independently identifies opportunities for collaboration within team, division, and operating unit. Supports supervisor's initiatives and helps make vision a reality. Recognizes and acknowledges contributions from subordinates. 4. Supports business development efforts and/or marketing activities by interacting with CNA managers and current clients/sponsors on securing follow on work (e.g., small grants, or above core projects), expanding or developing new ideas for future projects, and occasionally working with potential clients/sponsors on developing new project ideas. Occasionally serves as internal reviewer of technical proposals. 5. Interacts regularly and independently with clients/sponsors and related parties. Typical interactions are at the "peer equivalent" level, but some level of interaction at senior level. Can effectively represent CNA as an organization. 6. Influences decisions by sponsors/ clients; provide sponsors/clients with implementable recommendations. Occasionally supports efforts to enhance CNA's reputation via publishing and outreach activities. 7. Demonstrates strong and effective communications skills, to include ability to summarize and synthesize larger pieces of work into effective executive summaries/executive briefings. Can effectively present work to more senior and larger audiences. Effectively communicates with & engages colleagues at all levels of the organization. 8. Works under limited direction and general supervision from division management. Can lead projects of low to medium size and/or complexity, as well as significant tasks on large or more complex projects. Effectively manages all aspects of assigned projects, to include delivery of high-quality analytic products on-time, and on-budget. 9. Plays a supporting role in the mentoring and training of new staff individually or as a member of a project team. Regularly demonstrates initiative in pursuing improvements in the quality of our projects and analytic products. Participates in corporate initiatives when asked to do so, and makes contributions to initiatives focused on making CNA a better place to work. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS 1. Education: Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, PhD preferred. Background in STEM preferred. 2. Experience: Typical minimum requirements 5+ years of experience in research and analysis, preferably in the national defense arena (within the Department of the Navy or in the context of an FFRDC or a University Affiliated Research Center is a plus). 3. Skills: Experience using programming tools for analyzing large datasets, perform numerical computations, and create visualizations is preferred. Relevant tools include Python, R, and MATLAB. Ability to work on progressively more difficult projects/analyses, including directing portions of large research projects or small to medium projects under general supervision Ability to operate independently and proactively in the execution of assignments; Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong critical thinking skills Knowledge of research techniques Strong planning and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong and effective oral and written communication skills Ability to interact directly and effectively with clients and influence their decisions. 4. Working environment: The ATA Division conducts mostly classified work that must be done at CNA's facility in Arlington, VA. However, in those situations where analysts are working on unclassified parts of a classified study or on a study that is not classified, we offer a hybrid working environment that allows analysts to work off-site (typically from home). Some amount of travel is expected to meet with clients and sponsors outside of the greater Washington, DC area. 5. Other: Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance; TS/SCI Clearance eligibility is preferrable. Required Documents Resume or CV - Please upload your resume or CV Cover letter - Please upload a cover letter as part of your application that introduces yourself, summarizes your relevant skills and experiences, and describes why you would be a valuable asset to CNA's ATA Division. Writing Sample - Please upload a research paper or journal article that demonstrates your writing and research skills (draft copies are acceptable). Optional documents Transcripts (highly desired) - In a later stage of the hiring process, we may require your undergraduate and graduate transcripts. To have them considered as part of your application now, please upload them with your resume or CV. Letters of recommendations (highly desired) - In a later stage of the hiring process, we may require letters of recommendation or professional references for us to contact. CNA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Additionally, we provide generous paid time off programs to promote a health work-life balance. Eligibility for these benefits varies based on employment classification. CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors. In addition to federal legal requirements, CNA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. These protections extend to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring practices, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training and career development programs. For more information about EEO protections, please view the EEO is the law posters here: "EEO is the Law" Poster", "EEO Poster Supplement". The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. To be considered for hire, all individuals applying for positions with CNA are subject to a background investigation. For positions requiring access to classified information, U.S. citizenship is required. Individuals will also be subject to an additional government background investigation, and continued employment eligibility is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

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.

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 some field support Travel: Some (domestic field campaigns, scientific meetings) Security Clearance: None Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship Salary: $80K - $110K Number of Positions: 5 Job Description: STC is seeking a Support Scientist I to support the ATMOS contract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). This entry-level scientist role provides research and analysis support to NASA scientists, including model development, data analysis, and operational instrument support. The Support Scientist I will contribute to scientific publications, proposals, and presentations. 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: Assist with modeling, instrument development, and data analysis. Provide scientific expertise in one or more areas of atmospheric science. Contribute to research proposals, peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations. Support operations of scientific instruments at GSFC or during field missions. 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 Experience in scientific programming (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python). Familiarity with MATLAB, IDL, LabVIEW, or similar analysis tools. Record of academic or research publications desirable. Education: Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus six years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

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