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Sr. Applied Scientist, Amazon Ads
Amazon 4.7
Principal research scientist job in Santa Monica, CA
Application deadline: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis
Amazon Ads is re-imagining advertising through cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. We combine human creativity with AI to transform every aspect of the advertising life cycle-from ad creation and optimization to performance analysis and customer insights. Our solutions help advertisers grow their brands while enabling millions of customers to discover and purchase products through delightful experiences. We deliver billions of ad impressions and millions of clicks daily, breaking fresh ground in product and technical innovations. If you're energized by solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, join us in shaping the future of advertising.
Why you'll love this role:
This role offers unprecedented breadth in ML applications and access to extensive computational resources and rich datasets that will enable you to build truly innovative solutions. You'll work on projects that span the full advertising life cycle, from sophisticated ranking algorithms and real-time bidding systems to creative optimization and measurement solutions.
You'll work alongside talented engineers, scientists, and product leaders in a culture that encourages innovation, experimentation, and bias for action, and you'll directly influence business strategy through your scientific expertise. What makes this role unique is the combination of scientific rigor with real-world impact. You'll re-imagine advertising through the lens of advanced ML while solving problems that balance the needs of advertisers, customers, and Amazon's business objectives.
Your impact and career growth:
Amazon Ads is investing heavily in AI and ML capabilities, creating opportunities for scientists to innovate and make their marks. Your work will directly impact millions. Whether you see yourself growing as an individual contributor or moving into people management, there are clear paths for career progression. This role combines scientific leadership, organizational ability, technical strength, and business understanding. You'll have opportunities to lead technical initiatives, mentor other scientists, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape the future of advertising technology. Most importantly, you'll be part of a community that values scientific excellence and encourages you to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI.
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Key job responsibilities
As a Senior Applied Scientist in Amazon Ads, you will:
- Research and implement cutting-edge ML approaches, including applications of generative AI and large language models
- Develop and deploy innovative ML solutions spanning multiple disciplines - from ranking and personalization to natural language processing, computer vision, recommender systems, and large language models
- Drive end-to-end projects that tackle ambiguous problems at massive scale, often working with petabytes of data
- Build and optimize models that balance multiple stakeholder needs - helping customers discover relevant products while enabling advertisers to achieve their goals efficiently
- Build ML models, perform proof-of-concept, experiment, optimize, and deploy your models into production, working closely with cross-functional teams including engineers, product managers, and other scientists
- Design and run A/B experiments to validate hypotheses, gather insights from large-scale data analysis, and measure business impact
- Develop scalable, efficient processes for model development, validation, and deployment that optimize traffic monetization while maintaining customer experience
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience
- PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience
- Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language
- Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with modeling tools such as R, scikit-learn, Spark MLLib, MxNet, Tensorflow, numpy, scipy etc.
- Experience with large scale distributed systems such as Hadoop, Spark etc.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit ********************************************************* for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The Colorado base pay for this position ranges from $167,100/year up to $226,100/year. The National base pay for this position ranges from $150,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $260,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit ******************************************************* . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
$150.4k-260k yearly 5d ago
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Associate Principal Data Scientist
Activision Blizzard, Inc. 4.6
Principal research scientist job in Santa Monica, CA
Job Title:Associate Principal Data ScientistRequisition ID:R025545Job Description:Your Role Within Our KingdomWe are seeking an Associate Principal Data Scientist-a highly experienced and technically deep individual contributor who leads through influence, owns high-impact initiatives, and drives scientific excellence across experimentation and modeling.Responsibilities:
Lead the design and execution of large-scale data science initiatives, shaping the roadmap for experimentation and modeling across teams.
Apply advanced statistical, optimization, and machine learning techniques (e.g., time-series, regression/classification, recommendation engines, reinforcement learning, and gen AI) to drive system understanding and develop data-powered solutions across the organization.
Own design and evaluation of experimentation for optimization systems.
Provide technical direction, mentor senior data scientists, and set high standards for scientific rigor, communication, and reproducibility.
Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and Game Studios to frame ambiguous problems, scope solutions, and influence strategy.
Champion innovation by evaluating new methodologies and tools, and by raising the bar for scalable, interpretable, and actionable data science.
Skills to Create ThrillsMinimum Qualifications:
Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Operations Research).
14+ years of industry experience (or equivalent post-graduate experience) in data science, experimentation, statistical modeling, and machine learning, including work with large-scale systems.
Proficient in Python and SQL; familiarity with big data tools (e.g., Spark, Hive) and cloud computing platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS).
Strong systems thinking-able to zoom out and define strategy while also diving deep into code and analysis.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with demonstrated experience partnering across Product, Engineering and Businessteams.
Demonstrated experience mentoring, influencing, and elevating the technical bar across a data science organization.
Bonus Points
Experience working with advertising data products or monetization systems.
Prior work with mobile gaming studios or player behavior modeling.
Experience in developing or maintaining experimentation platforms.
Familiarity with modern data orchestration and versioning (e.g., Airflow, dbt, MLflow).
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women, veterans, and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting ***************************************
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $143,060.00 - $264,846.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$143.1k-264.8k yearly 5d ago
Lead Target Discovery Scientist - In Vitro Biology
Amgen Sa 4.8
Principal research scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA
A leading biotech company in Thousand Oaks seeks a Senior PrincipalScientist to lead a team focused on in vitro modeling for target discovery. This role involves collaboration across therapeutic areas and implementing innovative technologies. Candidates should have a doctorate and extensive experience in a related field. Competitive compensation, flexible work models, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.
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$125k-173k yearly est. 2d ago
Senior Associate - R&D Tax Credits
Andersen Tax 4.4
Principal research scientist job in Los Angeles, CA
Application Notice
We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time. Please consider your location choice carefully-we recommend applying where you envision building your future.
The Firm
Unlock the Boundless Horizons of Tax, Valuation, and Business Expertise with Andersen!
At Andersen, we don't just offer a career; we provide a thrilling expedition into the world of Tax, Valuation, and Business Advisory. We stand as a trailblazing force with the most extensive global presence among professional services organizations. You'll embark on a journey that transcends the ordinary, working with extraordinary clients spanning every industry, regardless of their size, because at Andersen, we are free from independence-related constraints that may hinder other firms.
But that's not all; we're more than just a company; we're a community that thrives on diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Our focus is on your development helping you flourish as leaders, colleagues and trusted advisors. We equip you with world-class education, immersive experiences, and invaluable mentorship to support your rise to the top.
We believe in your potential and invest in it to build a legacy that extends beyond your wildest dreams. Bring your ambition, your entrepreneurial spirit, and your burning desire to be the best. Your future mirrors the limitless possibilities of our future. Join us at Andersen, and together, let's write the story of your success!
The Role
Research and Development (R&D) Tax Senior Associates work across a wide range of clients and industries. Senior Associates must possess strong technical knowledge and project management skills to manage R&D Tax Credit and Section 174 engagements.
Senior Associates can expect to:
Participate in the day-to-day responsibilities on R&D Tax Credit and Sec. 174 engagements, including leading technical interviews with subject matter experts, preparing calculations, and preparing deliverables.
Provide technical guidance and training to team members.
Prepare proposals for both prospective and current clients.
Communicate with clients, manage multiple project deadlines, and remain current on legislative changes.
Receive formal training, on the job training, and the opportunity to pursue additional training through internal and external resources.
The Requirements
2+ years of experience managing R&D Tax Credit and Section 174 analyses;
Bachelor's and/or relevant advanced degree (MAcc, MST, JD);
Accounting, Engineering, or related degree (Preferred)
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Strong working knowledge of Excel;
Advanced credential allowing for IRS client representation (i.e. CPA, JD) preferred;
Working knowledge of accounting methods, including UNICAP is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
Our firm offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and long-term success of our people. We are committed to recognizing individual contributions and providing resources that enable our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
Salary Range: For individuals hired to work in Los Angeles, the expected base salary range for this role is $92,000 to $127,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and skill set.
Benefits: Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees may enroll in the firm's 401(k) plan upon hire. We offer 160 hours of paid time off annually, along with twelve paid holidays each calendar year. For a full listing of benefit offerings, please visit *********************************
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Andersen will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., H-1B status).
Andersen Tax welcomes and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation (including gender identity and gender expression), mental disability, physical disability, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), age, marital status, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or regulations. All qualified individuals, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Additionally, we make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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$92k-127k yearly 8d ago
Senior Applied AI Scientist
Cisco 4.8
Principal research scientist job in Santa Monica, CA
**Meet the Team** Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment.
**Your Impact**
+ Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events.
+ Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale.
+ Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact.
+ Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes.
+ Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience.
+ Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling.
+ Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
+ Experience translating research ideas into production systems.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models.
+ Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data.
+ Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights.
+ Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty.
+ Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy.
+ MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models.
+ Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications.
**Why Cisco?**
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
**Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:**
The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
+ 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
+ 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
+ Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
+ Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
+ 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
+ Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
+ Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
+ .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
+ 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
+ 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
+ Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$199,700.00 - $292,800.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$174,500.00 - $260,500.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Principal research scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA
Job: Associate Director/PrincipalScientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry
Position type: Full Time
Reports to: Director of Analytical Chemistry
Organization Overview
Latigo Biotherapeutics (LatigoBio) is a private, early-stage biotechnology company discovering and developing the next generation of non-opioid medicines for pain and pain-related syndromes to transform the lives of patients. Latigo has a robust pipeline, is well-funded by blue chip investors, and has a highly successful management team and Board of Directors. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Thousand Oaks, CA. We are science-based, data-driven, patient-focused, and forward-thinking.
Position Summary
Latigo is searching for an Associate Director/PrincipalScientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry. Reporting to the Director of Analytical Chemistry, the candidate will manage preclinical to clinical analytical development activities and oversee the testing and release of drug substance and drug product at contract manufacturers/service providers. The role is responsible for the development, validation and implementation of QC methods for drug substance, drug product, intermediates, starting materials, excipients, and packaging materials at contract manufacturers.
Additional responsibilities include reference standard qualification and management, establishment of specifications, oversight of stability programs and the active management and documentation of data. The selected candidate will also work collaboratively with Quality Assurance to assess laboratory conformance with cGMPs, and with CMC Regulatory Affairs to author Module 3 sections of CTD regulatory submissions and written responses to regulatory authorities.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee the phase-appropriate analytical activity at contract manufacturers/service providers including analytical method development, qualification and validation for drug substance and drug product.
Partner with stakeholders to develop and set specifications for raw materials, intermediates, drug substance, excipients and drug product.
Design and manage stability programs for non-GMP and cGMP drug substance and drug product batches and provide guidance for shelf-life and expiry dating.
Establish workflows and procedures for analytical and quality control activities.
Manage reference standards program, coordinate sourcing, ensure inventory, plan and execute testing and retesting activities, and manage shipments of reference standards.
Author, review and approve various analytical reports in a timely manner to support drug substance and drug product development and manufacture, and regulatory filings.
Support regulatory submissions by drafting and reviewing analytical sections of INDs, IMPDs, and NDAs, and ensure compliance with current regulatory requirements.
Sometimes represent analytical function in CMC teams and project meetings, and work closely with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and goals.
Review/approve controlled cGMP documents, e.g., analytical methods and associated validation protocols/reports, specifications, stability protocols, change controls, LIRs, etc.
Manage/perform QC review/approval of analytical test data for IPC testing, drug substance/product batch release and stability test data.
Manage and review deviation events and OOS/OOT investigations in coordination with CMC counterparts, QA and regulatory team members.
Contribute to the building of CMC infrastructure and company culture.
Qualifications and Requirements
D. with 8+ years of experience or BS or MS in chemistry or related discipline with 10-15 years of industry experience in an analytical chemistry setting.
Good understanding and knowledge of pharmaceutical analytical methods and related issues.
Experience with analytical development of small molecules and drug product oral dosage forms from preclinical to late-stage clinical development.
Experience managing drug substance and drug product service providers in analytical matters.
Extensive knowledge of GLP and cGMP requirements, appropriate regulatory guidance and current industry practices for analytical development.
Experience in writing CMC sections for Regulatory submissions (IND experience required; NDA experience highly desirable).
Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Project).
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects.
Preference given to applicants able to work (hybrid) from Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, CA offices.
$117k-184k yearly est. 6d ago
Research Scientist - Controlled 3D Generation
Stability Ai
Principal research scientist job in Los Angeles, CA
About the Role
We're seeking a ResearchScientist passionate about 3D generation, flow matching, and diffusion models. You'll help advance the frontier of controllable 3D content creation-building models that generate consistent, editable, and physically grounded 3D assets and scenes.
What You'll Do
Conduct cutting-edge research on flow-matching, diffusion, and score-based methods for 3D generation and reconstruction.
Design and implement scalable training pipelines for controllable 3D generation (meshes, Gaussians, NeRFs, voxels, implicit fields).
Develop techniques for conditioning and control (text, sketch, pose, camera, physics) and multi-view consistency.
Analyse model behaviour through ablations, visualisations, and quantitative metrics.
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary research, graphics, and infrastructure teams to translate research into production-ready systems.
Publish results at top-tier venues and work with interns.
What You Bring
PhD (or equivalent experience) in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or Computer Graphics.
Published work on diffusion, flow-matching, or score-based generative models (2D or 3D).
Strong engineering and problem-solving abilities: experience with PyTorch, JAX, or CUDA-level optimisation.
Understanding of 3D representations (meshes, Gaussians, signed-distance fields, volumetric grids, implicit networks).
Solid grasp of geometry processing, multi-view consistency, and differentiable rendering.
Ability to scale experiments efficiently and communicate complex results clearly.
Bonus / Preferred
Experience generating coherent 3D scenes with multiple interacting objects, lighting, and spatial layout.
Familiarity with scene-level control (object placement, camera path, simulation, or text-to-scene composition).
Knowledge of video-to-3D, image-to-scene, or 4D temporal generation.
Background in physically-based rendering, simulation, or world-model architectures.
Track record of impactful publications or open-source releases.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.
$91k-152k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research Scientist, Hearing Performance
Sonova
Principal research scientist job in Santa Clarita, CA
Valencia, CA - Hybrid ResearchScientist, Hearing Performance You will deliver better outcomes for cochlear implant recipients by driving feasibility research in hearing performance and remote care. You will design and conduct early-stage research studies to evaluate novel concepts. You will collaborate closely with internal R&D engineers, and with external clinics and academic researchers for study execution. In addition, you will aid in the development of research software. You will thrive in an interdisciplinary environment of researchers, clinicians, and technologists who are passionate about connecting patients to sound.
Responsibilities:
* Design and conduct feasibility studies to further improve hearing performance of cochlear implant recipients, including signal processing strategies and remote care solutions.
* Collaborate with multi-functional internal teams (software development, clinical research, marketing, quality, etc.).
* Manage collaborations with external partners (clinicians, academic researchers) to conduct research studies and validate concepts.
* Aiding in the development of research software using Python and MATLAB.
* Communicate findings through technical documentation, presentations to internal and external stakeholders, and, where appropriate, manuscripts for publication.
* Support development of intellectual property.
Travelling Requirement: 5% for visits to clinics, conferences, and external collaborators.
More about you:
* Degree in Hearing Science, Audiology, or related field; PhD preferred.
* Research background in cochlear implants, hearing aids, or related areas, plus 3+ years of industry experience in audio or medical devices.
* Strong project ownership, ability to navigate ambiguity, and excellent organizational skills.
* Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset and ability to work with diverse teams.
* Proven leadership in driving projects and external research collaborations, including developing and presenting impactful concepts.
* Broad expertise in hearing performance, signal processing, statistics, machine learning, and research software development.
* Proficient in Python, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, SQL, R, and Rust; fluent in English
A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova
Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact Sonova Human Resources
What we offer:
* Medical, dental and vision coverage*
* Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
* TeleHealth options
* 401k plan with company match*
* Company paid life/ad&d insurance
* Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
* Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
* STD LTD Buy-ups available
* Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
* Legal/ID Theft Assistance
* PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
* Paid parental bonding leave
* Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
* Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
* Tuition reimbursement
* Hearing aid discount for employees and family
* Internal social recognition platform
* Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.
This role's pay range is between $95,200/yr - $142,800/yr. This role is also bonus eligible.
How we work:
At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.
Sonova is an equal opportunity employer
We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.
$95.2k-142.8k yearly 20d ago
Clinical Research Physician Investigator
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute 3.9
Principal research scientist job in Santa Barbara, CA
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute has an opportunity for a full-time, board certified, or board-eligible Endocrinologist to serve as a Clinical Research Physician Investigator.
SDRI is a non-profit organization and center of excellence with a mission to improve the lives of people impacted by diabetes through research, education, and clinical care. We are a preferred site for industry sponsored clinical trials, a testament to our exceptional research capabilities. On average, SDRI conducts 25+ trials per year, engaging approximately 1,000 participants. Current industry partners include Abbott, Dexcom, Insulet, Eli Lilly, Mannkind, Medtronic Diabetes, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, Tandem Diabetes Care, and more. We are experts with experience across all study phases, and a broad portfolio of trials and clinical work focused on diabetes and metabolic health.
Diversity and inclusivity are prioritized in in our clinical trials---in 2023, 30% of our research participants were from underrepresented populations.
We are currently renovating our 18,000 square foot research facility to create a state-of-the-art center where we will accelerate life-changing diabetes research.
Position Details:
Responsible for 12+ Industry Sponsored Trials Per Year
Design, Fund, and Execute Investigator Initiated Trials
Develop Strategies and Partnerships to Drive Innovation Across the Enterprise
Opportunity to Maintain a Clinical Practice through our Clinics
Standard Office Hours
Salaried Position:
$250,000 - $350,000 Annually NOTE: The listed range is solely a base compensation for experienced full-time physician researchers. It does not include incentives and benefits. The base compensation rate may be adjusted based on training, community need and other possible determining factors.
We Offer:
Medical/Dental/Vision
CME Stipend
Malpractice Insurance
Disability
Retirement 403 (b)
Annual Leave and Sick Time
Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees
PSLF Eligibility
Requirements:
MD or DO with Directly Related Experience in Endocrinology
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Endocrinology
DEA Certificate
Eligible to Work in the United States, Must be in or Relocate to Santa Barbara, CACA Licensure or the Ability to Obtain CA Licensure
Interest in Research, Experience with Research preferred
Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills
About Santa Barbara:
Santa Barbara is known as The American Riviera thanks to its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, rich heritage, world-renowned food and wine scene, stunning natural beauty and near-perfect weather.
We invite you to learn more and to consider joining us at SDRI where you will join an experienced cross-functional team focused on developing and executing trials targeting innovation and excellence crossing drugs, devices, and technology that will impact the health span and life span of people living with diabetes.
$90k-134k yearly est. 23d ago
Postdoctoral Scientist - Smidt Heart Institute (Chugh Lab)
Dev 4.2
Principal research scientist job in Malibu, CA
Company DescriptionJobs for Humanity is partnering with CEDARS-SINAI to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.
Company Name: CEDARS-SINAI
Job Description
Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!
The Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart disease and research innovation giving patients access to the highest level of care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and niche care teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to a growing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.
Join our team and use your experience with an organization known nationally for excellence in research!
JOB SUMMARY:
Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Director, Center for Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CCAP), the Research Fellow will be involved in new and ongoing projects at the CCAP. Funded by grants from NIH/NHLBI, the mission of the CCAP is to discover and implement novel clinical tools for prediction and prevention of sudden cardiac arrest, thereby reducing the burden of sudden cardiac death in the community CCAP. Unique opportunities to analyze existing data and publish papers. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- May assist in preparation of grant proposals but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
- May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
- Designs and performs analyses independently or semi-independently. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and discuss the results with the Principal Investigator.
- May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
- Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
- Performs routine and complex analyses throughout training period.
- May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
Educational Requirements:
Doctorate (MD) plus clinical cardiology/clinical electrophysiology sub-specialty clinical training for at least two years.
Experience:
- 1 year experience acquired thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and
objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment
- Should have written and published scientific papers.
- Has demonstrated aptitude to ask research questions and successfully published papers and/or had grants funded.
Physical Demands:
- Able to perform moderate lifting.
- Able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
- Able to read papers and online documents.
- Able to operate standard office equipment.
- Able to exercise physical ability and perspective acuity to satisfactorily perform essential job functions.
Working Title: Postdoctoral Scientist - Smidt Heart Institute (Chugh Lab)
Department: Heart Institute Operations
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category: Academic/Research
Job Specialty: Postdoctoral
Position Type: Full-time
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Shift Type: Day
Base Pay:$64,500.00 - $93,600.00
$64.5k-93.6k yearly 60d+ ago
Data analysis-Associate Scientist
Mindlance 4.6
Principal research scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA
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Job Description
Job Summary:
Responsible for providing support to the Process Analytics group, a unit within the Digital Integration & Predictive Technologies (DIPT) organization in Process Development. The position will be based in Thousand Oaks, CA. Support will include organizing and interpreting lab data, analyzing results using statistical techniques. The responsibilities also include performing laboratory experiments including unit operations set up, calibration of various lab tools, sampling and data acquisition from primary or secondary data sources with minimal supervision.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree
OR
• Associate's degree & 4 years of directly related experience
OR
• High school diploma / GED & 6 years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications
• B.Sc., in Chemical, Biochemical Engineering or Life Sciences, preferably with expertise in bio/pharmaceutical processes.
• Practical experience and interest in multivariate data analysis and predictive modeling.
• Experience working with large data sets, data mining and machine learning tools.
• Experience in Matlab or R Programming Languages and basic Microsoft tools.
• Understanding of biopharmaceuticals process, related unit operations including analytical methods and process controls.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Independent, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and collaboration.
• Team player, prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making
• Solid leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree
OR
• Associate's degree & 4 years of directly related experience
OR
• High school diploma / GED & 6 years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications
• B.Sc., in Chemical, Biochemical Engineering or Life Sciences, preferably with expertise in bio/pharmaceutical processes.
• Practical experience and interest in multivariate data analysis and predictive modeling.
• Experience working with large data sets, data mining and machine learning tools.
• Experience in Matlab or R Programming Languages and basic Microsoft tools.
• Understanding of biopharmaceuticals process, related unit operations including analytical methods and process controls.
•
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize,
analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with
attention to detail and accuracy
• Independent, self-motivated,
organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in
communication, facilitation, and collaboration.
• Team player, prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making
• Solid leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
$84k-121k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Associate Scientist
Us Tech Solutions 4.4
Principal research scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA
100% Onsite Must be local in ATO **Job Details:** + Candidate will be essential on site. 1+ year of industry or 2+ academia experience in a lab setting with pipetting, sample prep & handling, HPLC chromatography, and protein sample analysis. Ideal Candidate: must have at least 1-year lab experience. BS (or equivalent) degree in pharmaceutics, biochemistry, chemistry, biology or related life sciences discipline.
+ A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant experience with basic laboratory skills and biophysical techniques related to protein analysis is essential. A background in protein solution manipulation (e.g. pipetting, dialysis, concentration) and HPLC analysis is expected. Experience with visible and sub-visible particle analysis and other analytical methods (e.g. capillary electrophoresis, SEC, CEX, etc.) is desirable.
**Job description** :
+ We are currently seeking a research associate for the Drug Product Technologies group in Thousand Oaks, CA.
+ A fundamental understanding of protein chemistry, formulation, and biophysical characterization is desired. The successful candidate will perform experiments related to the development of formulations for therapeutic proteins, including stability testing and analytical characterization.
+ The candidate will join a team of investigators using a variety of biochemical and biophysical techniques and will be involved in the design and execution of experiments.
+ Responsibilities will include detailed record keeping in electronic laboratory notebooks, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of experimental data and presentation.
**Basic qualifications:**
+ BS (or equivalent) degree in pharmaceutics, biochemistry, chemistry, biology or related life sciences discipline. A strong understanding of protein biochemistry and protein structure, as well as significant experience with basic laboratory skills and biophysical techniques related to protein analysis is essential.
+ The applicants must be motivated, have good problem-solving skills, and an aptitude to learn and implement new techniques/skills.
+ The candidate should be well organized and proficient in detailed record-keeping, have excellent written and oral communication skills, must be proficient in Microsoft office (word, excel, PowerPoint), and be capable of working efficiently in teams and independently.
**Advanced qualifications:**
+ MS (or equivalent) in pharmaceutics, biochemistry, chemistry, biology or related life sciences discipline. MS (or equivalent) is not required but it is preferred.
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Masters degree OR
+ Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience OR
+ Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR
+ High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience
**Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:**
+ Lab experiences, 100% onsite, looking for permanent job in industry
**Day to Day Responsibilities:**
+ Using a variety of biochemical and biophysical techniques and will be involved in the design and execution of experiments. Responsibilities will include detailed record keeping in electronic laboratory notebooks, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of experimental data and presentation.
**About US Tech Solutions:**
_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_ _************************ _._
_"US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran"_
$67k-101k yearly est. 7d ago
Signal and Image Processing Scientist
Arete Associates 4.5
Principal research scientist job in Los Angeles, CA
Principal research scientist job in Santa Monica, CA
ProviviOverview
We are amulti-national,Santa Monica-based company, founded in 2013 by Caltech scholars: Professor Frances Arnold, PedroCoelho,and Peter Meinhold.Wererethinking pest controlas innovators in pheromone technology, theengineersand creators of a family ofsafe andeffective pest control solutions formajor damaging insects. We are hiring thevery bestand brightest people toexpand our impact.
Role Description
As a member of the Provivistechnologyteam, you willhave a vital role in developingandvalidatinganalyticalmethods for detection, identification,and quantification ofsmallmolecules found in Provivisproprietarychemical andbiochemicalprocesses as well as pheromone components informulated products.Specifically, the successful candidate will develop andvalidate GC,GCMS,HPLC,and HPIC methods,as well asestablishquality controlprotocolsfor Proviviscommercial products,provide hands-on technicalassistancetomaintainanalytical equipmentin good working orders, and analyze samples supporting various projects.Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to develop creative solutions to challenging problems,are essential.
ResponsibilitiesInclude
Develops,validates, and standardizes GC, HPLC, HPICanalytical methods for detection, identification,and quantification ofsmallmoleculesfound inchemical andbiochemicalprocesses, andformulated products.
Extracts,analyzesandevaluatesmaterial and products at all stages of development process under stringent quality and time requirements.
Preparesresearch reports, invention disclosures, and Standard Operating Procedures for internal and external use.
Reviewsdata for technical content and regulatory compliance.
Ensuresanalytical equipmentismaintainedin good working order; troubleshootsand performsminor repairs as needed.
Anticipatesadditionalresources,consumables, andequipment requirementsas needed to ensure that workcan be completed within the budgeted time.
Remains current withanalyticalchemistry literature and champions the implementation ofnewtechnology.
Maintainsa safe and orderly laboratory andensurescompliance with all safety policies and practices.
Qualifications& Skills Include
M.S. inanalyticalchemistry or equivalent, orbachelor'sin chemistrywith 2additionalyears of analytical lab experience
A minimum of0-2years ofbiotech and chemicalindustrial experience with hands-on experience in analytical chemistry.
A good understanding of analytical chemistry, organicchemistry,and chemical engineering principles.
Demonstrated practical ability to develop methods forisolation,characterization, and quantification ofsmallmoleculesfound inchemical and biochemicalprocesses and formulatedproducts usingconventional chromatography techniques and analytical instruments including GC,GCMS,HPLC,and NMR.
Must be skilled in operation of chromatographic data acquisition and processing software packages such as Chromeleon,ChemStation,and other software tools for data reduction and presentation.
Excellent written, reporting, and verbal communication skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Officesuiteincluding Word, Excel,and Power Point.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-taskin a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Must behighly motivatedand capable of working independently to deliver results under tight deadlines
Able to lift 15 40 pounds.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment
Proviviis an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protectedveteransstatus, or any otherlegally-protectedfactors.
$76k-115k yearly est. 6d ago
Associate Scientist - Bioinformatics
Lancesoft 4.5
Principal research scientist job in Santa Monica, CA
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated scientist with an interest in advancing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies for genomics research, to join our Bioinformatics and Sequencing group in Santa Monica. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment to support a growing R&D portfolio.
You will work at the interface of biology and technology and will support the effort on assessment and development of custom NGS needs, to assist drug target and biomarker discovery efforts.
Responsibilities
Extraction and preparation of DNA and RNA from various sources
Preparation of DNA, RNA, and ATAC-seq libraries from bulk and/or single cells for NGS sequencing
Perform quality control on samples and libraries.
Troubleshoot the experimental procedures and protocols for library preparation and sequencing under supervision
Perform Next Generation Sequencing experiments on Illumina platforms and other platforms
Perform qPCR for library quality control
Maintain updated working knowledge of Genomics technologies and develop significant experience in next-generation sequencing applications
Keep records of experiments in electronic notebook (ELN)
Deliver scientific findings effectively in group meetings and collaborative forums
Basic Qualifications
Master s Degree
OR
Bachelor s Degree and 2+ years of scientific experience
OR
AA Degree and 4+ years of scientific experience
OR
High School Degree and 5+ years of scientific experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or related fields
2+ years of hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) platforms, various NGS assays, and their underlying sequencing methodology
Hands-on experience with DNA and RNA extraction from various sources
Ability to learn new techniques in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to solve scientific and engineering problems
Excellent organizational skills and efficiency at getting tasks done
Goal oriented and looking to take on additional responsibilities
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment
Experience working with LIMS and electronic notebook e.G. Benchling
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
An excellent work ethic, ability to work in a dynamic environment, and ability to adapt to changing priorities
Principal research scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA
Job: Associate Director/PrincipalScientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry
Position type: Full Time
Reports to: Director of Analytical Chemistry
Latigo Biotherapeutics (LatigoBio) is a private, early-stage biotechnology company discovering and developing the next generation of non-opioid medicines for pain and pain-related syndromes to transform the lives of patients. Latigo has a robust pipeline, is well-funded by blue chip investors, and has a highly successful management team and Board of Directors. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Thousand Oaks, CA. We are science-based, data-driven, patient-focused, and forward-thinking.
Position Summary
Latigo is searching for an Associate Director/PrincipalScientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry. Reporting to the Director of Analytical Chemistry, the candidate will manage preclinical to clinical analytical development activities and oversee the testing and release of drug substance and drug product at contract manufacturers/service providers. The role is responsible for the development, validation and implementation of QC methods for drug substance, drug product, intermediates, starting materials, excipients, and packaging materials at contract manufacturers.
Additional responsibilities include reference standard qualification and management, establishment of specifications, oversight of stability programs and the active management and documentation of data. The selected candidate will also work collaboratively with Quality Assurance to assess laboratory conformance with cGMPs, and with CMC Regulatory Affairs to author Module 3 sections of CTD regulatory submissions and written responses to regulatory authorities.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee the phase-appropriate analytical activity at contract manufacturers/service providers including analytical method development, qualification and validation for drug substance and drug product.
Partner with stakeholders to develop and set specifications for raw materials, intermediates, drug substance, excipients and drug product.
Design and manage stability programs for non-GMP and cGMP drug substance and drug product batches and provide guidance for shelf-life and expiry dating.
Establish workflows and procedures for analytical and quality control activities.
Manage reference standards program, coordinate sourcing, ensure inventory, plan and execute testing and retesting activities, and manage shipments of reference standards.
Author, review and approve various analytical reports in a timely manner to support drug substance and drug product development and manufacture, and regulatory filings.
Support regulatory submissions by drafting and reviewing analytical sections of INDs, IMPDs, and NDAs, and ensure compliance with current regulatory requirements.
Sometimes represent analytical function in CMC teams and project meetings, and work closely with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and goals.
Review/approve controlled cGMP documents, e.g., analytical methods and associated validation protocols/reports, specifications, stability protocols, change controls, LIRs, etc.
Manage/perform QC review/approval of analytical test data for IPC testing, drug substance/product batch release and stability test data.
Manage and review deviation events and OOS/OOT investigations in coordination with CMC counterparts, QA and regulatory team members.
Contribute to the building of CMC infrastructure and company culture.
Qualifications and Requirements
D. with 8+ years of experience or BS or MS in chemistry or related discipline with 10-15 years of industry experience in an analytical chemistry setting.
Good understanding and knowledge of pharmaceutical analytical methods and related issues.
Experience with analytical development of small molecules and drug product oral dosage forms from preclinical to late-stage clinical development.
Experience managing drug substance and drug product service providers in analytical matters.
Extensive knowledge of GLP and cGMP requirements, appropriate regulatory guidance and current industry practices for analytical development.
Experience in writing CMC sections for Regulatory submissions (IND experience required; NDA experience highly desirable).
Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Project).
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects.
Preference given to applicants able to work (hybrid) from Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, CA offices.
$117k-184k yearly est. 5d ago
Research Scientist - Controlled 3D Generation
Stability.Ai
Principal research scientist job in Los Angeles, CA
About the Role We're seeking a ResearchScientist passionate about 3D generation, flow matching, and diffusion models. You'll help advance the frontier of controllable 3D content creation-building models that generate consistent, editable, and physically grounded 3D assets and scenes.
What You'll Do
* Conduct cutting-edge research on flow-matching, diffusion, and score-based methods for 3D generation and reconstruction.
* Design and implement scalable training pipelines for controllable 3D generation (meshes, Gaussians, NeRFs, voxels, implicit fields).
* Develop techniques for conditioning and control (text, sketch, pose, camera, physics) and multi-view consistency.
* Analyse model behaviour through ablations, visualisations, and quantitative metrics.
* Collaborate with cross-disciplinary research, graphics, and infrastructure teams to translate research into production-ready systems.
* Publish results at top-tier venues and work with interns.
What You Bring
* PhD (or equivalent experience) in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or Computer Graphics.
* Published work on diffusion, flow-matching, or score-based generative models (2D or 3D).
* Strong engineering and problem-solving abilities: experience with PyTorch, JAX, or CUDA-level optimisation.
* Understanding of 3D representations (meshes, Gaussians, signed-distance fields, volumetric grids, implicit networks).
* Solid grasp of geometry processing, multi-view consistency, and differentiable rendering.
* Ability to scale experiments efficiently and communicate complex results clearly.
Bonus / Preferred
* Experience generating coherent 3D scenes with multiple interacting objects, lighting, and spatial layout.
* Familiarity with scene-level control (object placement, camera path, simulation, or text-to-scene composition).
* Knowledge of video-to-3D, image-to-scene, or 4D temporal generation.
* Background in physically-based rendering, simulation, or world-model architectures.
* Track record of impactful publications or open-source releases.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or other legally protected statuses.
$91k-152k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Clinical Research Physician Investigator
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute 3.9
Principal research scientist job in Santa Barbara, CA
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute has an opportunity for a full-time, board certified, or board-eligible Endocrinologist to serve as a Clinical Research Physician Investigator.
SDRI is a non-profit organization and center of excellence with a mission to improve the lives of people impacted by diabetes through research, education, and clinical care. We are a preferred site for industry sponsored clinical trials, a testament to our exceptional research capabilities. On average, SDRI conducts 25+ trials per year, engaging approximately 1,000 participants. Current industry partners include Abbott, Dexcom, Insulet, Eli Lilly, Mannkind, Medtronic Diabetes, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, Tandem Diabetes Care, and more. We are experts with experience across all study phases, and a broad portfolio of trials and clinical work focused on diabetes and metabolic health.
Diversity and inclusivity are prioritized in in our clinical trials---in 2023, 30% of our research participants were from underrepresented populations.
We are currently renovating our 18,000 square foot research facility to create a state-of-the-art center where we will accelerate life-changing diabetes research.
Position Details:
Responsible for 12+ Industry Sponsored Trials Per Year
Design, Fund, and Execute Investigator Initiated Trials
Develop Strategies and Partnerships to Drive Innovation Across the Enterprise
Opportunity to Maintain a Clinical Practice through our Clinics
Standard Office Hours
Salaried Position:
$250,000 - $350,000 Annually NOTE: The listed range is solely a base compensation for experienced full-time physician researchers. It does not include incentives and benefits. The base compensation rate may be adjusted based on training, community need and other possible determining factors.
We Offer:
Medical/Dental/Vision
CME Stipend
Malpractice Insurance
Disability
Retirement 403 (b)
Annual Leave and Sick Time
Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees
PSLF Eligibility
Requirements:
MD or DO with Directly Related Experience in Endocrinology
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Endocrinology
DEA Certificate
Eligible to Work in the United States, Must be in or Relocate to Santa Barbara, CACA Licensure or the Ability to Obtain CA Licensure
Interest in Research, Experience with Research preferred
Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills
About Santa Barbara:
Santa Barbara is known as The American Riviera thanks to its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, rich heritage, world-renowned food and wine scene, stunning natural beauty and near-perfect weather.
We invite you to learn more and to consider joining us at SDRI where you will join an experienced cross-functional team focused on developing and executing trials targeting innovation and excellence crossing drugs, devices, and technology that will impact the health span and life span of people living with diabetes.
$90k-134k yearly est. 47d ago
Associate Scientist Analytical Chemistry
Provivi 3.9
Principal research scientist job in Santa Monica, CA
We are a multi-national, Santa Monica-based company, founded in 2013 by Caltech scholars: Professor Frances Arnold, Pedro Coelho, and Peter Meinhold. We're rethinking pest control as innovators in pheromone technology, the engineers and creators of a family of safe and effective pest control solutions for major damaging insects. We are hiring the very best and brightest people to expand our impact.
Role Description
As a member of the Provivi's technology team, you will have a vital role in developing and validating analytical methods for detection, identification, and quantification of small molecules found in Provivi's proprietary chemical and biochemical processes as well as pheromone components in formulated products. Specifically, the successful candidate will develop and validate GC, GCMS, HPLC, and HPIC methods, as well as establish quality control protocols for Provivi's commercial products, provide hands-on technical assistance to maintain analytical equipment in good working orders, and analyze samples supporting various projects. Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to develop creative solutions to challenging problems, are essential.
Responsibilities Include
Develops, validates, and standardizes GC, HPLC, HPIC analytical methods for detection, identification, and quantification of small molecules found in chemical and biochemical processes, and formulated products.
Extracts, analyzes and evaluates material and products at all stages of development process under stringent quality and time requirements.
Prepares research reports, invention disclosures, and Standard Operating Procedures for internal and external use.
Reviews data for technical content and regulatory compliance.
Ensures analytical equipment is maintained in good working order; troubleshoots and performs minor repairs as needed.
Anticipates additional resources, consumables, and equipment requirements as needed to ensure that work can be completed within the budgeted time.
Remains current with analytical chemistry literature and champions the implementation of new technology.
Maintains a safe and orderly laboratory and ensures compliance with all safety policies and practices.
Qualifications & Skills Include
M.S. in analytical chemistry or equivalent, or bachelor's in chemistry with 2 additional years of analytical lab experience
A minimum of 0-2 years of biotech and chemical industrial experience with hands-on experience in analytical chemistry.
A good understanding of analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and chemical engineering principles.
Demonstrated practical ability to develop methods for isolation, characterization, and quantification of small molecules found in chemical and biochemical processes and formulated products using conventional chromatography techniques and analytical instruments including GC, GCMS, HPLC, and NMR.
Must be skilled in operation of chromatographic data acquisition and processing software packages such as Chromeleon, ChemStation, and other software tools for data reduction and presentation.
Excellent written, reporting, and verbal communication skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Must be highly motivated and capable of working independently to deliver results under tight deadlines
Able to lift 15 - 40 pounds.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment
Provivi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, or any other legally-protected factors.
$76k-115k yearly est. 5d ago
Postdoctoral Scientist - Cokic Lab - Biomedical Imaging Research Institute
Dev 4.2
Principal research scientist job in Lawndale, CA
Company DescriptionJobs for Humanity is partnering with CEDARS-SINAI to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.
Company Name: CEDARS-SINAI
Job Description
Principal Investigator, Ivan Cokic, PhD, is looking for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Biomedical Imaging Research Institute!
The Cedars-Sinai Biomedical Imaging Research Institute (BIRI) is an interdisciplinary research program established in 2010 to develop and apply state-of-the-art imaging technologies to today's most pressing translational research and clinical questions. Led by founding director Debiao Li, PhD, the program builds on Cedars-Sinai's clinical and research strefngths, with the ultimate goal of using novel medical imaging technology to improve the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. The BIRI team is dedicated to educating and training the next generation of the brightest imaging scientists and clinicians through our robust pre-/post-doctoral and visiting-scientist training programs. In addition, we have numerous research collaborations with leading imaging researchers. To learn more, please visit Biomedical Imaging Research Institute | Cedars-Sinai.
In this role, the Postdoctoral Scientist will be expected to work independently under the direction of Dr. Cokic and in close cooperation, as well as consultation, with other research staff. This interdisciplinary preclinical project combines advanced cardiac imaging, cardiac (electro)physiology, cardioimmunology, cardiovascular pathology, and metabolomics. In addition, assisting with investigating clinical applications of novel magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET) techniques for diagnosing, phenotyping and risk-stratifying subjects with MI. As a Postdoctoral Scientist, perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period and may develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the P.I.
Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
Department-Specific Responsibilities:
Handling of large animal (farm pigs, Yucatan minipigs, etc.) models of myocardial infarction (MI).
Writing Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC) protocols.
Coordinating animal surgeries with team of designated research technologists.
Designing and coordinating imaging experiments on BIRI's PET/MRI scanners with team of designated research technologists.
Analysis of cardiac MRI and PET imaging data as well as histopathology and metabolomics data.
Perform advanced data and statistical analysis and will communicate scientific findings in papers and conference presentations.
Assist with database creation and management, supervision of undergraduate/graduate students.
Education:
Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization required.
Experience and Skills:
Highly motivated and works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within the area of specialization.
Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.
Highly motivated with a proven track of record of publications.
Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection and analysis.
Knowledge of safety standards, operation, and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Working Title: Postdoctoral Scientist - Cokic Lab - Biomedical Imaging Research Institute
Department: BMS - BioMed Imaging Res Inst
Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category: Academic/Research
Job Specialty: Postdoctoral
Position Type: Full-time
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Shift Type: Day
Base Pay:$64,500.00 - $93,600.00
$64.5k-93.6k yearly 60d+ ago
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The average principal research scientist in Camarillo, CA earns between $106,000 and $242,000 annually. This compares to the national average principal research scientist range of $87,000 to $184,000.
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