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  • PhD Research Assistant - Machine Learning Research Group

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    **Must be enrolled in a university prior to and post internship.** **Target Internship Duration: May-Aug 2026 or June-Sept 2026.** **Target internship location: Burlington, MA.** **The Program:** Our future success depends on hiring world-class, early in career talent who are looking to power next-generation services and solutions. We are hiring students with a diverse set of skills and experiences to work in and across teams. Our program is intended to enhance your overall learning experience, help build your network, and accelerate your opportunity to make an impact. **The Team:** The Machine Learning Research Group is searching for outstanding AI and ML research interns to join our research team. We are passionate about research that both advances science and has impact in the real world. You will be part of an amazing collaborative research team that publishes at the top venues in machine learning and artificial intelligence. Our expertise includes recommender systems, content moderation, foundation models, privacy preserving technology, probabilistic programming, and AI agents. Your contributions have the chance to create real impact. **Responsibilities** **What you'll be doing:** + Create new datasets that push the limits of existing AI and ML technology + Research, design and implement novel methods + Contribute to research that may lead to publications or conference presentations + Collaborate with other team members and teams + Transfer technology to product groups + Collaborate with external researchers **What You'll Bring:** **To be considered for a Research Assistant position in the Machine Learning Research Group, you must possess the Objective Minimum Qualifications (OMQs) below. Please ensure that your application clearly indicates that you meet these OMQs, either on your resume, application questions, and/or by uploading additional documents such as a transcript.** + **Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. For clarity purposes, this means that Oracle is not in a position now, or in the future, to offer US immigration sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, support of H-1B, TN, O-1, green card or F-1 e.g. EAD, OPT, CPT, I-20, F-1 visa stamp, etc.** + **Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the field of Recommender Systems, Content Moderation, Natural Language Processing, Speech Processing, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or equivalent AND returning to the program after completion of the internship.** + Research and/or work experience in Recommender Systems, Content Moderation, Natural Language Processing, Speech Processing, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or equivalent + Excellent programming skills in Python plus hands on experience with common machine learning frameworks, such as PyTorch + Outstanding research and publication track record + Excellent communication skills + Reside in the United States and/or attend a university in the US. Preferred Qualifications: + Minimum 3.0 GPA The Machine Learning Research Group is an advanced research organization in Oracle. We focus on the development of technologies that keep Oracle at the forefront of the computer industry. Our researchers look for novel approaches and methodologies, often taking on projects with high risk or uncertainty, or that are difficult to tackle within a product development organization. Our research is focused on real-world outcomes: our researchers aim to develop technologies that will play a significant role in the evolution of technology and society. Disclaimer: **Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.** **Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only** US: Hiring Range in USD from $19.62 to $53.00 per hour; from: $40,800 to $110,240 per annum. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: 1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion 2. Short term disability and long term disability 3. Life insurance and AD&D 4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) 5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts 6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match 8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 9. 11 paid holidays 10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. 11. Paid parental leave 12. Adoption assistance 13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan 14. Financial planning and group legal 15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC0 **About Us** As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity. We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all. Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs. We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_************* or by calling *************** in the United States. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
    $40.8k-110.2k yearly 59d ago
  • Research Scientist - CTRL Labs

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Reality Labs at Meta is seeking Research Scientists with experience in product-focused machine learning and signal processing research to advance our pioneering work in neuromotor interfaces, which has grown out of the acquisition of CTRL-labs. We're building a practical interface drawing on the rich neuromotor signals that can be measured non-invasively via surface electromyography (EMG) with single motor neuron resolution. This technology could become one of the main pillars for interaction with virtual and augmented worlds.We are a multi-disciplinary team of researchers investigating the nature of human neuromotor signals, developing novel signal processing and machine learning methods to infer a user's intent, and creating novel interaction techniques and user experiences. Help us unleash human potential by removing the bottlenecks between user intent and action. **Required Skills:** Research Scientist - CTRL Labs Responsibilities: 1. Research and develop Deep Learning or other computational models 2. Design methods, tools and infrastructure to analyze and leverage rich multimodal data sets 3. Set technical direction for a project of 2-3 researchers and engineers 4. Help transition and deliver our work from research into product 5. Adapt standard machine learning methods to best leverage modern parallel environments (e.g. distributed clusters, multicore SMP, and GPU) **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 6. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience 7. Ph.D. degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics/Mathematics 8. Experience with developing machine learning models at scale from inception to business impact 9. Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch 10. Exposure to architectural patterns of large scale software applications 11. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 12. Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL, and ICASSP) 13. Demonstrated software engineer experience via an internship, work experience, coding competitions, or widely used contributions in open source repositories (e.g. GitHub) 14. Experience bringing machine learning-based products from research to production **Public Compensation:** $177,000/year to $251,000/year + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $177k-251k yearly 60d+ ago
  • INFECTIOUS RESEARCH SCIENTIST (Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV)

    Wv Department of Agriculture

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Job Title: Infectious Research Scientist Division: Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston, WV Reports To: Assistant Director, Laboratory Services Supervisory Responsibility: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Nature of Work: The Infectious Research Scientist is responsible for administrative and professional level scientific research and analysis associated with the activities of the Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division. Examples of Work: Provides vision and direction for research activities within a broad range of disciplines, i.e. microbiology, chemistry, molecular, and genomics. Plan and conduct experiments; analyzes results of experiments and provides conclusions. Organize, analyze data, and monitor the progress during the course of the research projects. Develop and review research proposals including reports for customers or publications, if applicable. Develop and review research grant applications; conducts detailed technical work, and manages all aspects of grants and proposals, including reporting. Design and implement research projects in the laboratory. Perform related work in the maintenance of a quality assurance program for the laboratories. Provide professional advice and guidance regarding analysis involving formulation of a new method or revision of an existing standards method. Responsible for data acquisition, data analysis, and presentation of research results. Train and supervise research personnel, ensures staff are trained in current methodology and safety procedures in the laboratory. Prepare and present data for publication in scientific meetings and conferences. Stay current with the literature and regularly lead discussions of new reports pertinent to ongoing and proposed projects in regularly scheduled onsite laboratory meetings. Prepare official reports and may be called upon to testify before the court or the Commissioner. Utilize a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for data entry and other computer operations. Write SOPs and test methods; handles samples and performs analyses according to SOPs and test methods. Sign reports as the department representative when delegated signature authority. Maintains and calibrates equipment; reports deficiencies or malfunctions to management. Identify and record nonconformities on Corrective Action Requests; identifies and records potential nonconformities on Preventive Action Requests; takes corrective action. Develop and maintain quality assurance measures to assure that analytical standards are being met; promotes and practices continuous improvement philosophy in laboratory and/or quality activities. Develop methods consistent with the laboratories' equipment for analyses of food, milk, milk products, environmental, water, cultures, and animal tissue samples. Perform standard bacteriological, chemical, and related tests and observations in accordance with scientific principles and techniques. Report questionable findings. Analyze and interpret test results in order to assist in the administration of laws, regulations, or specifications relating to the chemical and microbiological composition of the products analyzed. Accurately maintain records of all quality activities as documented in SOPs and test methods. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert when reviewing new or revised methods. Prepare in-house proficiency check samples, when necessary, for other laboratory staff. Provide professional advice and guidance in new or revised existing laboratory methods. Perform duties as Technical Lead and/or Biosafety Officer as required. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Laboratory/office environment. Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time; frequently bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, push, pull, and handle objects and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. May require working with pathogenic microorganisms, hazardous chemicals, and hot surfaces capable of burns. Warm, humid conditions can be found in the laboratory environment. Personal protective equipment is supplied and required for laboratory staff. Exposure to unpleasant odors may occur. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of the source materials in the field of bacteriology and chemistry. Knowledgeable of all detection methods associated with the laboratory. Knowledge of composition and significant properties of materials and substances used or tested by the laboratory. Knowledge of the duties and requirements to fulfill the role of a Biosafety Officer. Knowledge of Federal Select Agent Regulations. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, bacteriology, and related microbiology. Comprehensive skills in the use of laboratory instruments and equipment commonly used in analytical laboratories. Skilled at maintaining, diagnosing, and calibrating lab equipment. Skilled in public speaking. Skilled at grant writing, monitoring, and management. Advanced skills in manipulative techniques and in following standard scientific laboratory methods. Ability to understand and to follow oral and written instructions, formulas, and charts. Ability to prepare analytical reports and to organize and present scientific information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to conduct original research and devise new methods of testing. Ability to operate an autoclave sterilizer. Ability to operate a computer with office and laboratory related software. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Trained in detection technologies including complex instrumentation. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in agriculture, environmental science, chemistry, or a related science. Experience: Five years of full-time paid employment carrying out technical work related to microbiological analyses in a laboratory. Substitutions: None Licenses/ Certifications: Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license is required. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records. Must maintain a positive image of the Commissioner, West Virginia Department of Agriculture. This description is subject to review and revision at the discretion of the Commissioner of Agriculture and designees. West Virginia Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer.
    $55k-83k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Token & Governance Research Specialist

    Coinbase 4.2company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    ***************** is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen. We believe that the onchain platform should be open source, free to use, and globally available. And we believe that in order to make it really work, we need all hands on deck, working together to scale in a secure, decentralized manner. At Base, we live by our https://x.com/jessepollak/status/***********32673997, where our team rises to the challenge, embraces hard weeks, and makes small to significant personal tradeoffs when necessary to drive impact and innovation. We are looking for a* Token & Governance Research Specialist* to join the Base Business Operations & Strategy team. In this role, you'll shape the long-term token and governance strategy for Base, ensuring it evolves as a credibly neutral, decentralized public good while maintaining its mission of building a global onchain economy. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to shape the future of Base and onchain protocols. You'll collaborate with technical, community, legal, product, and consumer-focused stakeholders to design governance systems that balance decentralization with growth. *What you'll be doing (ie. job duties):* * *Explore the future token and governance design on Base *- Define potential token goals and develop a phased roadmap for decentralized governance across the Base chain and ecosystem prioritizing long term growth and effectiveness. * *Research and analyze token designs *- Explore learnings from past token efforts, analyze token economics, understand tradeoffs, create scenario analysis. * *Create the technology to govern for billions *- Create the Base constitution and legislative processes that empower aligned contributors (Coinbase, developers, and communities) to make transparent decisions. * *Operationalize governance systems *- Define tools, workflows, and norms for onchain governance (e.g., legislation process, onchain voting) and offchain consensus-building (e.g., expert communities, governance forums, working groups). * *Enable and educate the community *- Create systems, documentation, and engagement channels (e.g., in-app governance portals, tutorials, or community forums) to help contributors and app users understand and participate in Base governance. * *Collaborate with Legal + Risk Teams* - Work with internal experts to navigate regulatory and compliance considerations, ensuring decentralization evolves responsibly. *What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):* * *Token and governance design* - You are passionate about token economics and governance design and are willing to bring new ideas that shape designs for the unique goals of Base. * *Project management *- Strong project management skills with experience working across stakeholders, influencing without authority, and managing complex workstreams. * *Strategic alignment* - You're skilled at building structure from ambiguity and driving alignment across diverse stakeholders, including technical teams, external contributors, and consumer communities. *Nice to haves:* * *Community Engagement Experience* - Background in community management or user education in onchain contexts, especially for non-technical audiences. * *Governance experience* - You've designed or implemented governance systems for DAOs, protocols, or public goods, with experience in strategic design and operational execution. Position ID:P73466 *Pay Transparency Notice:* Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include bonus eligibility + equity eligibility**+ benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)). Pay Range: $176,035-$207,100 USD Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying. Commitment to Equal Opportunity Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the *********************************************** in certain locations, as required by law. Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations*********************************** Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available **************************************************************** AI Disclosure For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses, provided in the form of a voice recording and/or transcript, to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description. For select roles, Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes, allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate. *The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment*. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact accommodations[at]coinbase.com.
    $31k-49k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Associate Professor / Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Cardiovascular Services

    Marshall University 4.3company rating

    Research assistant job in Huntington, WV

    Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Details Get to Know Us! Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to: * Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society. * Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture. * Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty. * Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment. * Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community. Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family! Come join our Herd! We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below. * Work week is 37.5 hrs. * A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break! * Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays * Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave * Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans. * Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children. * Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)). * Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings. * Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program. We are . . . Marshall! Position Information Banner Position Number 001700 Position Title Associate Professor / Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Cardiovascular Services Classification Title Associate Professor Department SOM-Cardiovascular Services - MU9452 Primary Responsibilities * Serves as Principal Investigator or Co- Investigator on research projects related to cardiovascular disease, aging, obesity diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. * Develop and maintain a robust, independently funded research program in mechanistic translational, or population-based cardiovascular science. * Lead and contribute NIH R01 and other major grant applications. * Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings. * Foster collaboration with clinical and basic science faculty across disciplines. * Mentor medical residents, graduate residents, and postdoctoral fellows. * Pursue and maintain external funding from NIH, AHA, CDC, and other agencies. * Engage in limited teaching responsibilities as appropriate. Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity Qualifications Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description. Required Qualifications Education * Ph.D.. M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related field. Experience * At least five years of faculty-level research experience * Demonstrated success as a Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on NIH R01 grants * Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals * Proven ability to secure extramural funding and lead multidisciplinary research initiatives Preferred Qualifications Education Experience * Previous involvement in translational or community-based research is essential * Experience working with underserved or rural population is a plus * Familiarity with cardiometabolic health disparities specific to Appalachia * History of mentoring junior investigators in research and grant writing Posting Detail Information Posting Number MU1765F Open Date 12/12/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you have a Ph.D.. M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related field? * Yes * No Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume * Cover Letter Optional Documents Marshall University One John Marshall Drive Huntington, WV 25755 Copyright 2020 Marshall University | An Equal Opportunity University | Accreditation | Consumer Information and Disclosures
    $140k-190k yearly est. 6d ago
  • 2025-2026 Campus Graduate - Research & Development (BS/MS)

    Dow Chemical Company 4.5company rating

    Research assistant job in South Charleston, WV

    At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we're passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We're a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you're looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you're in the right place. About you and this role - What you would do in this role Dow has exciting opportunities for new graduate Bachelor and Masters candidates who are interested in a career in Research & Development in locations such as Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other locations in North America. As a BS/MS researcher, you will be responsible for developing and implementing technical solutions, optimizing processes and applications that align with business and customer goals, and staying current with developments in relevant areas of technology. You will have the opportunity to develop problem-solving skills in one or more areas of technology, assist in the deployment of new products and technologies, troubleshoot and solve customer problems, and contribute to Dow's broader business and sustainability goals. Opportunities exist across the R&D function, including in process research, technical service & development, pilot plant technology, and data science/engineering, and are aligned with various business units. Please apply to this job posting if you have already been interviewed by a Dow recruiter on campus, at a conference, or virtually. After you apply, you will be directly contacted to arrange onsite interview(s) if specific positions are identified that fit your qualifications. Please keep in contact with your campus recruiter for status updates in the interim. For more information about Science and Sustainability at Dow, visit our website. Qualifications - Required education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves). * A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or other science or engineering-related discipline is required. * New graduates and those that expect to graduate by December 2026 should apply. * A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. Skills: The following skills are necessary: * Problem-Solving Skills: The role requires scientists and engineers to solve diverse problems to implement technical solutions, which necessitates strong adaptability, learning agility, and analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Technical Skills: Developing broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher is a key aspect of the role. This includes expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or other related disciplines. * Innovation and Technology Integration: Incorporating innovative technologies into practice is a significant part of the job, highlighting the need for skills in innovation and technology integration. * Collaboration and Teamwork: The role involves collaborating across Dow teams, which requires excellent teamwork and collaboration skills. * Safety Mindset: This role requires a strong safety mindset, which is a pillar of the culture at Dow. * Business and Customer Value Orientation: Driving initiatives that provide business and customer value is crucial, indicating the importance of understanding business needs and customer focus. Preferred Qualifications * A minimum GPA of 2.700 (on a scale of 4.000) is preferred Additional notes * The campus graduate recruitment process typically starts in the Summer time (July 2025) and will continue into early the following year (Jan/Feb 2026) until all full-time positions are filled. After you apply, you will be contacted directly if specific positions are identified that fit your qualifications. Benefits - What Dow offers you We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: * Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. * Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. * Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. * Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). * Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). * Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees' Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match. * Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations. * Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. * Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. * Competitive yearly vacation allowance. * Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). * Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. * Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group's (ERG) participation. * Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey. * On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location). * Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more. * Additionally, some of our locations might offer: * Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) * Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) * Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) Join our team, we can make a difference together. About Dow Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting ************ As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on ************ Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR ************** and select option 8.
    $21k-32k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Intern - Specialty Lab Assistant

    Labcorp 4.5company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are nearly 70,000 people across 100 countries who are harnessing science for human good. Our work combines unparalleled diagnostic laboratories, drug development capabilities and commercial innovations. Together, we fuel scientific breakthroughs and deliver more than 160 million medical test results that help guide treatment decisions, accelerate patient care and change lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers **.** **Labcorp 2026 Global Internship Program** **Exciting Internship Opportunity - Specialty Lab Assistant in Charleston, WV** Join Labcorp's 2026 Global Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in healthcare innovation! We're looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you'll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives. **Internship 2026 Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026** **About the Program:** As a Labcorp intern, you'll be immersed in hands-on work that complements your academic background. In addition to your project work, you'll gain valuable exposure to Labcorp's global business, culture, and leadership through: + **Enterprise-wide learning experiences** that introduce you to key business functions across Labcorp + **Leadership exposure and visibility** , including direct interaction with senior leaders + **An immersive, in-person intern event June 2-4, 2026** designed to connect you with peers and deepen your understanding of our mission + **Senior leader speaker sessions** offering insights into strategy, innovation, and career growth + **Continuous opportunities to connect and grow,** from intern cohort communication channels and LinkedIn Learning resources to professional development sessions and storytelling opportunities that highlight your internship journey + **Connection to Labcorp's inclusive culture** through engagement with our **employee resource groups (ERGs)** and values-driven community initiatives + **Dedicated mentoring connections** to guide your growth, provide career advice, and support your internship journey **Internship Details** + **Duration:** 11 weeks, full-time + **Dates of Internship:** June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 + **Location: Charleston, WV** + **Hours:** Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30p + **Compensation** : Paid internship; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates + **Eligibility:** Preferred candidates are rising juniors and seniors (Dec 2026 through June 2028 graduation) who are currently enrolled in a relevant degree program; however, all current students pursuing related studies are encouraged to apply. **Why Labcorp?** In 2025, we welcomed over 300 interns across our global offices. As part of the 2026 cohort, you'll join a diverse community of future leaders working to shape the future of diagnostics, biopharmaceutical lab services, corporate functions, and healthcare delivery. **Ready to make a difference?** Apply now to launch your career and create real impact for patients worldwide. **\#FutureofLabcorp** **About the Team:** + Labcorp's Women's Health Specialty Lab in Charleston provides a range of services for clients including cytology gyn and non-gyn/FNA and molecular testing on a variety of sample types + The testing laboratory is located Charleston, WV and is responsible for all cytology testing for the entire division which encompasses 10 states. We work closely with local schools offering on site rotations for students of MLS programs + Every day we make a difference in the way the medical community receives accurate results for our clients and patients. Come join an industry leader to grow your potential for a career in the Medical Laboratory Industry _._ **Internship Assignment Summary:** + Intern will shadow and assist in all depts of the lab in both cytology and molecular. + Work on a project as assigned by the medical director. + Trained on laboratory assistant procedures to provide hands-on experience with areas including: + Receiving/Accessioning of specimens. + Processing and staining specimens. + Aliquoting sample for molecular testing. + Imaging cytology samples using both Hologic and BD technology. + Interacting with MedTechs and learning the science behind molecular testing. + Interacting with CytoTechs and pathologists in diagnosis cytology specimens. + Perform other assigned projects including process improvements. + Will work in a fast paced, production type environment and be responsible for performing various non-technical tasks within the different departments/areas of the laboratory. **Education/Qualifications/Skills:** + Working towards bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or in an MLS / MLT program + Has experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting + Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and internal/external colleagues + Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail + Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast paced high-volume environment and while prioritizing and manage multiple tasks + Able to work independently under general supervision + Must be able to regularly lift, carry, and rotate/turn with up to thirty pounds + This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship **Benefits:** Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here (************************************************************** **.** **Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:** Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. **We encourage all to apply** If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site (**************************************************** or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. 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    $27k-33k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Rad Extern -- Lab CDL -- Heart & Vascular Center

    Charleston Area Medical Center 4.1company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Provide various patient care activities, procedures, and other indirect assistance to the Medical Imaging Department. Responsibilities * Perform darkroom duties on a daily basis. Daily process of strips (am process) Copy films Stock film supplies Repackage film cartons for recycling. • Responsible for the weekly upkeep of all computed radiography cassettes. • Perform receptionist duties at the Medical Imaging front desk: Interaction with the patients. i.e. giving out correct preps and information regarding exams, etc. Directing patients and hospital personnel to appropriate areas. Direct phone calls to the appropriate area. i.e. fileroom, radiologist, organizer. Coordinate patient exams with other areas. • Transporting of patients: Completing the observation worksheet on each patient. Coordinating patient flow with appropriate areas in and out of the department. • Perform various indirect duties under the direction of a registered Medical Imaging technologist. • Apply principals of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient and self. • Provide practical instruction for students and/or other healthcare professionals in assigned areas, such as computed radiography, department flow, policies and procedures, etc. • Practice aseptic technique as necessary. • Performs functions in different modalities (MRI, CT SCAN, etc. ) Performs various direct patient care activities (venipuncture, EKGs) procedures under the direction of a registered Medical Imaging Technologist. Independently and effectively prioritizes job responsibilities in a fastpaced and ever changing environment that has multiple demands/requests. Sets up and distributes contrast to the floors. Works with radiologists, physician's offices and lab to obtain confirmations for biopsies, needle aspirations, etc. (also involved interaction with physician's offices to obtain H&P and lab work). Responsible for implementing downtime procedures in the department when the Medical Imaging computer systems have downtime, reorganizing work flow of department and rerouting patients to other divisions as necessary. Splits studies in CT. Corrects assession numbers. • Performs fileroom duties, interacting with all medical staff and customers. File films Pull films in accordance with ACR film filing standards. File patient reports and films in Medical Imaging jackets. Set up jackets for interpretation by radiologist Look up reports in Quadris and relaying information to requesting parties. Retrieve x-ray jackets for requested physician at films sign-out window. Conduct problem resolution when problems arise. i.e. lost films, hostile customers, physicians, etc. • Maintain knowledge of and observe Universal precautions. • Maintain knowledge of and observe Imaging Department Policies and Procedures. • Responsible for daily checks of blanket and contrast warmers and refrigerator temperature checks. • Responsible for computer input. Modify orders, credit charges, add charges. Functions competently with all computer systems - Quadris, Teleradiology, SMS, Centralized Scheduling. • Demonstrate positive customer service and coworker relations. • Participate in continuous quality improvement activities of the department and institution. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department's identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company's attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned. Education * High School Diploma or GED (Required) Education: High School/GED. * Enrolled in an imaging program Credentials * Basic Life Support (Required) Within 30 days of hire Within 30 days of hire Work Schedule: Varies Status: Special Part Time Location: Heart & Vascular Center Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston
    $21k-25k yearly est. 18d ago
  • Restaurant Team Member

    McKenzie Enterprises 3.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Ashland, KY

    At Fazoli's we have flexible work schedules, work today & get paid today, payroll option, "tip-sharing" and WOW Health Benefits. Our purpose is to “enhance the lives of those we touch… one breadstick at a time.” It's a simple concept in a complex world. Whether we're assisting a Guest, helping a fellow team member or volunteering in our local community, we give our best effort to make everyone's day just a little brighter - a little better - than it was before we came along. A smile, a caring attitude and a genuine enthusiasm to help others sets us apart. And, just like our signature hot & fresh garlic bread sticks, our opportunities to help others are unlimited! Do you prefer to prepare food then consider one of our back of the house positions: steam table operator, oven coordinator, dishwasher, etc.. or if you like to interact with our Guest and provide great Guest Service then consider a cashier, food expeditor or guest ambassador. We have a position available for you. At Fazoli's we have flexible work schedules, work today & get paid today, payroll option, "tip-sharing" and WOW Health Benefits. Our purpose is to “enhance the lives of those we touch… one breadstick at a time.” It's a simple concept in a complex world. Whether we're assisting a Guest, helping a fellow team member or volunteering in our local community, we give our best effort to make everyone's day just a little brighter - a little better - than it was before we came along. A smile, a caring attitude and a genuine enthusiasm to help others sets us apart. And, just like our signature hot & fresh garlic bread sticks, our opportunities to help others are unlimited! Do you prefer to prepare food then consider one of our back of the house positions: steam table operator, oven coordinator, dishwasher, etc.. or if you like to interact with our Guest and provide great Guest Service then consider a cashier, food expeditor or guest ambassador. We have a position available for you.
    $20k-26k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • PhD Research Assistant - Oracle Health & Analytics

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    **Intern - Must be enrolled in a university prior to and post internship.** **Target Internship Duration: May-Aug 2026 or June-Sept 2026.** Hubs include but not limited: + Seattle, WA + Redwood, CA + Pleasanton, CA + Santa Clara, CA + Kansas City, MO **The Program:** Our future success depends on hiring world-class, early in career talent who are looking to power next-generation services and solutions. We are hiring students with a diverse set of skills and experiences to work in and across teams. Our program is intended to enhance your overall learning experience, help build your network, and accelerate your opportunity to make an impact. **The Team:** Oracle Health & Analytics is a new line of business that aims to leverage our expertise in IaaS and SaaS to transform the healthcare industry, provide patient-centric care, and make the best clinical tools available around the world (*********************************************** We are looking for the best and brightest technologists as we build the next generation of health platforms that will change the industry. This is a greenfield effort with an entrepreneurial spirit that promotes an energetic and creative environment. We like to move fast and innovate, and we want your help to make it a world-class engineering team that makes a significant impact. Analytics Cloud is also a business platform that delivers a full range of analytic and reporting capabilities. Our Business Intelligence platform of products provides enterprise-class level performance, security, scalability and manageability apart from the very sophisticated and innovative features in core analytics. The BI platform is world-class federated database. It enables business applications to query data from multiple heterogeneous systems and perform advanced business analytics. This platform enables companies to quickly and accurately gain a holistic view of their performance, as well as optimize their decision-making process. We have successfully differentiated ourselves from the competition by providing unparalleled breadth and depth in our features. **Responsibilities** **What You'll Bring: (Objective Minimum Qualifications)** To be considered for a Research Assistant intern position in Oracle Health and Analytics, you must possess the Objective Minimum Qualifications (OMQs) below. Please ensure that your application clearly indicates that you meet these OMQs, either on your resume and/or by uploading additional documents such as a transcript. + **Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. For clarity purposes, this means that Oracle is not in a position now, or in the future, to offer US immigration sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, support of H-1B, TN, O-1, green card or F-1 e.g. EAD, OPT, CPT, I-20, F-1 visa stamp, etc.** + Currently enrolled in a **Doctorate degree program in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research,** or related technical field during the 2025/2026 school year AND returning to the program after completion of the internship. + Research experience in at least one of the following areas: + Natural Language Processing + Computer Vision + Machine Learning + Large Language Models + Deep Learning + Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization + Reside in the United States and/or attend a university in the US. + Able to obtain work authorization in the US in 2026. + Commitment to staying up-to-date with the field and applying academic advances to **solve complex business problem** s, and bringing them into production. + Strong **publication record** , including as a lead author or reviewer, in top-tier journals or conferences. + Completed at least one internship, research assistantship, teaching assistantship, or equivalent practical experience working with the relevant areas noted above. **Other Preferred Qualifications:** + Minimum GPA of 3.0 Disclaimer: **Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.** **Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only** US: Hiring Range in USD from $19.62 to $53.00 per hour; from: $40,800 to $110,240 per annum. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: 1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion 2. Short term disability and long term disability 3. Life insurance and AD&D 4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) 5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts 6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match 8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 9. 11 paid holidays 10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. 11. Paid parental leave 12. Adoption assistance 13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan 14. Financial planning and group legal 15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC0 **About Us** As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity. We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all. Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs. We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_************* or by calling *************** in the United States. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
    $40.8k-110.2k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page. **Required Skills:** Research Scientist Responsibilities: 1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems. 2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms. 3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure. 4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments. 5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure. 6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms. 7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps. 8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint. 9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. 10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. 11. Telecommuting is permitted from anywhere in the U.S. **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 12. Requires Doctorate Degree (or foreign equivalent) Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field 13. Requires completion of a graduate-level course, research project, or internship involving the following: 14. 1. Solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches 15. 2. Communicating complex research in a clear, precise, and actionable manner 16. 3. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision 17. 4. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines 18. 5. Adapting standard machine learning methods to best enterprise modern parallel environments: distributed clusters, multicore SMP, or GPU 19. 6. Developing highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, statistics, regression, rules-based models, or mathematical models 20. 7. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python **Public Compensation:** $213,512/year to $240,240/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $213.5k-240.2k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Intern - Specialty Lab Assistant

    Labcorp 4.5company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are nearly 70,000 people across 100 countries who are harnessing science for human good. Our work combines unparalleled diagnostic laboratories, drug development capabilities and commercial innovations. Together, we fuel scientific breakthroughs and deliver more than 160 million medical test results that help guide treatment decisions, accelerate patient care and change lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers. Labcorp 2026 Global Internship Program Exciting Internship Opportunity - Specialty Lab Assistant in Charleston, WV Join Labcorp's 2026 Global Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in healthcare innovation! We're looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you'll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives. Internship 2026 Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 About the Program: As a Labcorp intern, you'll be immersed in hands-on work that complements your academic background. In addition to your project work, you'll gain valuable exposure to Labcorp's global business, culture, and leadership through: Enterprise-wide learning experiences that introduce you to key business functions across Labcorp Leadership exposure and visibility, including direct interaction with senior leaders An immersive, in-person intern event June 2-4, 2026 designed to connect you with peers and deepen your understanding of our mission Senior leader speaker sessions offering insights into strategy, innovation, and career growth Continuous opportunities to connect and grow, from intern cohort communication channels and LinkedIn Learning resources to professional development sessions and storytelling opportunities that highlight your internship journey Connection to Labcorp's inclusive culture through engagement with our employee resource groups (ERGs) and values-driven community initiatives Dedicated mentoring connections to guide your growth, provide career advice, and support your internship journey Internship Details Duration: 11 weeks, full-time Dates of Internship: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 Location: Charleston, WV Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30p Compensation: Paid internship; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Eligibility: Preferred candidates are rising juniors and seniors (Dec 2026 through June 2028 graduation) who are currently enrolled in a relevant degree program; however, all current students pursuing related studies are encouraged to apply. Why Labcorp? In 2025, we welcomed over 300 interns across our global offices. As part of the 2026 cohort, you'll join a diverse community of future leaders working to shape the future of diagnostics, biopharmaceutical lab services, corporate functions, and healthcare delivery. Ready to make a difference? Apply now to launch your career and create real impact for patients worldwide. #FutureofLabcorp About the Team: Labcorp's Women's Health Specialty Lab in Charleston provides a range of services for clients including cytology gyn and non-gyn/FNA and molecular testing on a variety of sample types The testing laboratory is located Charleston, WV and is responsible for all cytology testing for the entire division which encompasses 10 states. We work closely with local schools offering on site rotations for students of MLS programs Every day we make a difference in the way the medical community receives accurate results for our clients and patients. Come join an industry leader to grow your potential for a career in the Medical Laboratory Industry . Internship Assignment Summary: Intern will shadow and assist in all depts of the lab in both cytology and molecular. Work on a project as assigned by the medical director. Trained on laboratory assistant procedures to provide hands-on experience with areas including: Receiving/Accessioning of specimens. Processing and staining specimens. Aliquoting sample for molecular testing. Imaging cytology samples using both Hologic and BD technology. Interacting with MedTechs and learning the science behind molecular testing. Interacting with CytoTechs and pathologists in diagnosis cytology specimens. Perform other assigned projects including process improvements. Will work in a fast paced, production type environment and be responsible for performing various non-technical tasks within the different departments/areas of the laboratory. Education/Qualifications/Skills: Working towards bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or in an MLS / MLT program Has experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and internal/external colleagues Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast paced high-volume environment and while prioritizing and manage multiple tasks Able to work independently under general supervision Must be able to regularly lift, carry, and rotate/turn with up to thirty pounds This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here. Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. We encourage all to apply If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.
    $27k-33k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • MICROBIOLOGIST I (Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV)

    Wv Department of Agriculture

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Job Title: Microbiologist I Division: Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston, WV Reports To: Assistant Director, Laboratory Services Supervisory Responsibility: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Nature of Work: Under direct supervision, the full-time Microbiologist I performs administrative and professional work for the Microbiology Laboratory to include microbiological analyses of samples, specimens, or products specific to the Division and/or Program. The Microbiologist I will also perform related work in the maintenance of a quality assurance program for the Microbiology Laboratory. Examples of Work: Perform methods consistent with the laboratories' equipment for analyses of specimens and samples. Perform standard bacteriological, chemical, and serological related tests and observations in accordance with scientific principles and techniques determined by a supervisor. Analyze, interpret, and record test results in order to assist in the administration of laws, regulations, or specifications relating to the microbiological composition of the products analyzed. Prepare official reports and may be called upon to testify before the court or the Commissioner. Utilize the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for data entry and other computer operations. Handle samples and perform analyses according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and test methods. Maintain quality assurance measures to assure that analytical standards are being met. Accurately maintain records of all quality activities as documented in SOPs and test methods. Prepare laboratory equipment and/or scientific instrumentation for use in conducting diagnostic procedures. Report questionable identifications or findings on work to a supervisor. Write SOPs and test methods. Attend meetings including overnight travel. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Laboratory/office environment. Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time; frequently bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, push, pull, and handle objects and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. May require working with pathogenic microorganisms, hazardous chemicals, and hot surfaces capable of burns. Warm, humid conditions can be found in the laboratory environment. Personal protective equipment is supplied and required to be worn by laboratory staff. Exposure to unpleasant odors may occur. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of composition and significant properties of materials and substances used or tested by the laboratory. Substantial knowledge of the source materials found in the field of bacteriology and chemistry. Substantial knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, bacteriology, and related microbiology. Working knowledge of standard office equipment. Ability to understand and to follow oral and written instructions, formulas, and charts. Ability to prepare analytical reports and to organize and present scientific information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to complete training on detection technologies including complex instrumentation. Ability to do original research and devise new methods of testing. Ability to operate an autoclave sterilizer. Ability to operate a computer with office and laboratory related software. Skilled in maintaining and calibrating equipment. Skilled in manipulative techniques and in following standard scientific laboratory methods. Skilled in the use of laboratory instruments and equipment commonly used in analytical laboratories. Capable of speaking before an audience. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. At least 24 semester hours in microbiology and physical sciences including a course in microbiology and 16 hours in chemistry. Experience: One year of employment carrying out technical work in a microbiology laboratory including one year of supervisory experience. Substitutions: None Licenses/ Certifications: None Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license is required. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records. Must maintain a positive image of the Commissioner, West Virginia Department of Agriculture. This description is subject to review and revision at the discretion of the Commissioner of Agriculture and designees.
    $41k-60k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist

    Marshall University 4.3company rating

    Research assistant job in Huntington, WV

    Job Opportunity: Research Scientist - Rare Metals Recycling from Electrochemical Batteries We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Research Scientist with a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a closely related field to conduct cutting-edge research and develop advanced technologies for the recycling of rare metals from electrochemical batteries. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in electrochemistry, energy storage systems, and materials synthesis who is passionate about sustainability and circular economy solutions in energy storage. Key Responsibilities: Conduct advanced research in rare metals recovery and recycling from electrochemical batteries, focusing on lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and next-generation battery systems. Develop and optimize processes for rare metal extraction and recycling, leveraging expertise in electrochemical techniques, surface analysis, and material characterization. Synthesize and characterize electro-active materials such as cathodes, ionic liquids, and solid-state electrolytes. Design, assemble, and test battery cells, emphasizing integrating recycled materials. Utilize and advance microscopy/spectroscopy methods (e.g., FTIR , Raman, UV, SEM , XPS ) and electrochemical analytical techniques (e.g., impedance spectroscopy). Contribute to computational research in battery materials and recycling technologies. Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, including graduate students and research engineers. Develop innovative research proposals, secure funding, and produce high-impact publications in peer-reviewed journals. Represent the research team through presentations at national and international conferences.
    $62k-81k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Research Scientist

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page. **Required Skills:** Research Scientist Responsibilities: 1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems. 2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms. 3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure. 4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments. 5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure. 6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms. 7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps. 8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint. 9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. 10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. 11. Telecommute from anywhere in the US permitted. **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 12. Requires a PhD degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field, OR completion of all coursework towards a PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field 13. Requires completion of a university-level course, research project, internship, or thesis in the following: 14. 1. Algorithms, data structures, or systems software 15. 2. Gathering, manipulating, or analyzing complex, high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources 16. 3. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision 17. 4. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines 18. 5. Adapting standard machine learning methods to best enterprise modern parallel environments: distributed clusters, multicore SMP, or GPU and 19. 6. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python **Public Compensation:** $225,569/year to $240,240/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $225.6k-240.2k yearly 60d+ ago
  • GenAI PhD Applied Scientist - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    **Intended for students graduating with their Doctorate degree by, or have graduated within, 12 months of cohort start date in June/July 2026.** **Location:** this position is fully in office, in our Austin, Nashville, Santa Clara, or Seattle Hub. **The Program:** Our future success depends on hiring world-class, early in career talent who are looking to power next-generation services and solutions. Our program is intended to enhance your overall learning experience, help build your network, and accelerate your opportunity to make an impact. **The Team:** At Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), we build the future of the cloud for Enterprises as a diverse team of fellow creators and inventors. We act with the speed and attitude of a start-up, with the scale and customer-focus of the leading enterprise software company in the world. Oracle Generative AI Service is an exciting team in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. We are delivering innovative services at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure. In Generative AI Service team, you will build and operate massive-scale cloud services leveraging state of art machine learning technologies. We are committed to providing the best in cloud products to meet the needs of our customers who are tackling some of the world's most challenging problems. The Oracle Cloud infrastructure business is growing at an incredible 52% annually. This kind of growth results from Oracle's strong legacy in helping organizations worldwide tackle their most complex challenges and its reputation for performance, reliability and security. Join an outstanding team of researchers to advance the state-of-the-art in areas such as: + Generative AI Applications + Agentic Platforms + Reasoning and Planning + Retrieval Augmented Generation + Generative AI Evaluation + Responsible AI + Models' Verticalization + NL2Code, NL2SQL + Multimodal GenAI **The Company:** Oracle is the world's leading provider of business software. With a presence in over 175 countries, we are one of the biggest technology companies on the planet. We're using innovative emerging technologies to tackle real-world problems today. From advancing energy efficiency to reimagining online commerce, the work we do is not only transforming the world of business-it's helping advance governments, power nonprofits, and giving billions of people the tools they need to outpace change. For more information about Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), visit us at oracle.com (********************************** . **Responsibilities** **What You'll Do:** As an Applied Scientist in Generative AI Service team, you will be leading the effort of building distributed, scalable, high-performance AI model training and serving systems in partnership with our applied scientists and software engineers. You will dive deep into model structure to optimize model performance and scalability. You will build state of art systems with cutting-edge technologies in this fast evolving area. you will play a key role in shaping the future of Generative AI at Oracle, with an emphasis on Large Language Models (LLMs) and Multi-modality Models. Your contributions will be pivotal in delivering our new Generative AI-powered services for large scale enterprise customers. **Responsibilities:** + Collaborate with product managers to translate business and product requirements into AI projects. + Collaborate with fellow technical leaders to ensure the successful and timely delivery of models and integration of services. + Coordinate with global teams to drive projects from research to production. + Develop new OCI services and features leveraging recent advances in generative AI, machine learning and deep learning. + Design and review the architecture of generative AI, including data, model, training, and evaluation, employing best practices. + Lead and mentor both junior and senior machine learning engineers. + Develop production code and advocate for the best coding and engineering practices. + Participate in project planning, review, and retrospective sessions. + Identify and mitigate risks in our plans and executions, especially at the intersection of business and engineering. **What You'll Bring: (Objective Minimum Qualifications)** + Have a **PhD** in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Linguistics or a related field with a dissertation, thesis or final project centered in Machine Learning and Deep Learning) by **July 2026.** + Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing scalable AI models for production. + Deep technical understanding of Machine Learning, Deep Learning architectures like Transformers, training methods, and optimizers. + Practical experience with the latest technologies in LLM and generative AI, such as parameter-efficient fine-tuning, instruction fine-tuning, and advanced prompt engineering techniques like Tree-of-Thoughts. + Hands-on experience with emerging LLM frameworks and plugins, such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, VectorStores and Retrievers, LLM Cache, LLMOps (MLFlow), LMQL, Guidance, etc. + Proven experience in designing data collection/annotation solutions and systematic evaluation necessary for developing and maintaining production systems. + Commitment to staying up-to-date with the field and applying academic advances to solve complex business problems, and bringing them into production. + Strong publication record, including as a lead author or reviewer, in top-tier journals or conferences + Reside in the United States and/or attend a university in the US. + Able to obtain work authorization in the US in **2026.** **Preferred Qualifications:** + Knowledge of LLM and experience delivering Generative AI And Agent models are a significant plus. + Familiarity and experience with the latest advancements in computer vision and multimodal modeling is a plus. + Minimum 3.0 GPA Disclaimer: **Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.** **Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only** US: Hiring Range in USD from: $97,500 to $199,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: 1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion 2. Short term disability and long term disability 3. Life insurance and AD&D 4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) 5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts 6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match 8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 9. 11 paid holidays 10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. 11. Paid parental leave 12. Adoption assistance 13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan 14. Financial planning and group legal 15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC3 **About Us** As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity. We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all. Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs. We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_************* or by calling *************** in the United States. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
    $39k-57k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • MICROBIOLOGIST I (Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV)

    Wv Department of Agriculture

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    West Virginia Department of Agriculture Descriptions Job Title: Microbiologist I Division: Animal Health Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Guthrie, WV Reports To: Lab Supervisor Supervisory Responsibility: None FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Nature of Work: Under direct supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor, the full-time Microbiologist I performs administrative and professional work for the Microbiology Laboratory in an animal health laboratory environment. The Microbiologist I will perform microbiological analyses of poultry and non-poultry specimens. The Microbiologist I will also perform related work in the maintenance of a quality assurance program for the Microbiology Laboratory. Examples of Work: Performs methods consistent with the laboratories' equipment for analyses of poultry and non-poultry specimens. Performs routine laboratory procedures. Develops and maintains quality assurance measures to assure that analytical methods are under control. Perform standard bacteriological and serological related tests and observations in accordance with scientific principles and techniques. Analyzes, interprets, and records test results in order to assist in the administration of laws, regulations, or specifications relating to the microbiological composition of the specimens analyzed as determined by a supervisor. Performs related work and other duties as required. Prepares official reports and may be called upon to testify before the court or the Commissioner. Attends meetings including overnight travel. Utilizes a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for data entry and other computer operations. Performs isolation techniques of microorganisms for the identification of genus and species. Performs sensitivity techniques of microorganisms to determine the best medication(s) to be used by a veterinarian. Prepares media and reagents. Prepares laboratory equipment and/or scientific instrumentation for use in conducting diagnostic procedures. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Laboratory/office environment; standing, sitting, walking, lifting, operating a computer and other lab and office equipment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of scientific analysis in the area of bacteriology, parasitology, virology, serology, organic chemistry, and related microbiological procedures. Knowledge of materials and specimens used or tested by NVSL. Knowledge of the preparation of chemical reagents, culture media, strains, compounds, and solutions required in scientific testing. Knowledge of the source materials in the field of bacteriology and chemistry. Knowledge and skill in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment commonly used in microbiological diagnostic laboratories. Skill in the performance of routine microbiological testing and interpretation. Skill in techniques and in following standard scientific laboratory methods. Ability to prepare microbiological reports and to organize and present scientific information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to operate RRT-PCR diagnostic equipment, autoclave sterilizers, hot plates, balances, and centrifuges. Ability to understand and to follow oral and written instructions, formulas, and charts. Ability to operate a computer with office and laboratory related software effectively and efficiently. Ability to speaking before an audience. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree with at least 25 semester hours in microbiology and physical sciences including a course in microbiology and 16 semester hours in chemistry. Experience: Three years of employment carrying out technical work in a microbiology laboratory including one year of supervisory experience. Substitutions: Graduate study in a related biological science may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for employment experience Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license is required. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing. Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records. Must maintain a positive image of the Commissioner, West Virginia Department of Agriculture This description is subject to review and revision at the discretion of the Commissioner of Agriculture and designees. West Virginia Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer.
    $41k-60k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Research Technician

    Marshall University 4.3company rating

    Research assistant job in Huntington, WV

    : Performs research activities and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory environment. JOB DESCRIPTION : Records observations and measurements and reports results. Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanrooms and equipment. Assists with receipt and inspection of raw materials, and ordering and stocking of materials and equipment. Performs research activities and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory environment. Assist in the operation of specialized equipment, as required by the area of research. Performs laboratory research procedures under the direction of a Principal Investigator Must be proficient in the following laboratory techniques: Exosomes Isolation, cell culture, Tritiated compounds uptakes, RT- PCR , Western blot Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry, microscopy. Possesses extensive familiarity with standard instrumentation utilized in a biochemistry research laboratory. Ability to work cooperatively with a multidisciplinary research team. Ability to perform experiments with independence, under general guidance from the PI. Ability to take laboratory notes and assist in recordkeeping Participates in laboratory meetings. Good written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with chemical hygiene and biosafety procedures and/or willingness to accept training in such procedures. Extensive handling of research animals (mice and rats), potentially biohazardous Substances (recombinant DNA retroviruses), potentially hazardous chemicals (organic solvents, various drugs). Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
    $27k-31k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • AI Research Scientist, CoreML - Monetization AI

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    We are the Monetization Ranking AI Research organization, dedicated to delivering personalized ads that maximize both user utility and advertiser value. We focus on advancing AI and ML technologies for all aspects of Monetization, including ranking, retrieval, model architecture, and optimization. By consistently integrating cutting-edge AI/ML advancements, we help Meta's products achieve long-term goals and have contributed tens of billions in revenue. With our growing impact, we're seeking AI Research Scientists to join our team and drive SOTA research across the Monetization organization. **Required Skills:** AI Research Scientist, CoreML - Monetization AI Responsibilities: 1. Develop and implement large-scale model architectures, leveraging model scaling and transfer learning techniques 2. Prioritize training scalability and signal scaling to optimize model performance, efficiency, and reliability 3. Develop and apply NextGen sequence learning techniques to drive advancements in natural language processing and understanding 4. Design and implement generative modeling solutions for data augmentation 5. Research and develop graph-aware large language models 6. Develop and deploy AutoML pipelines 7. Apply Reinforcement Learning (RL) techniques, including long-term value optimization, RLHF, and RL4Reason 8. Use causal learning to identify and understand the cause and effect of relationships across data 9. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize ML systems, leveraging expertise in hardware-software co-design, including quantization, compression, and resource-efficient AI, to drive performance improvements and efficiency gains 10. Develop and implement innovative solutions for data-related challenges, utilizing knowledge of semi/self-supervised learning, generative techniques, sampling, debiasing, domain adaptation, continual learning, data augmentation, cold-start, content understanding, and large language models **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 11. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience 12. Has obtained a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or relevant technical field 13. Experience holding an industry, faculty, or government researcher position 14. Research experience in natural language processing, large language modeling, deep learning, reinforcement learning, recommendations, ranking, search, or related areas 15. Publications in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or related field 16. Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch 17. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 18. Experience taking ideas from research to production. 19. First author publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, and ACL). 20. Experience solving complex problems and comparing alternative solutions, tradeoffs, and different perspectives to determine a path forward. **Public Compensation:** $147,000/year to $208,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
    $147k-208k yearly 38d ago
  • GenAI PhD Applied Scientist - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Charleston, WV

    Intended for students graduating with their Doctorate degree by December 2025, or have graduated within 12 months of start date. **Location:** this position is fully in office, in our Austin, Nashville, Santa Clara, or Seattle Hub. **The Program:** Our future success depends on hiring world-class, early in career talent who are looking to power next-generation services and solutions. Our program is intended to enhance your overall learning experience, help build your network, and accelerate your opportunity to make an impact. **The Team:** At Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), we build the future of the cloud for Enterprises as a diverse team of fellow creators and inventors. We act with the speed and attitude of a start-up, with the scale and customer-focus of the leading enterprise software company in the world. Oracle Generative AI Service is an exciting team in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. We deliver innovative services at the intersection of artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure. In the Generative AI Service team, you will build and operate massive-scale cloud services leveraging state-of-the-art machine learning technologies. We are committed to providing the best in cloud products to meet the needs of our customers who are tackling some of the world's most challenging problems. The Oracle Cloud infrastructure business is growing at an incredible 52% annually. This kind of growth results from Oracle's strong legacy in helping organizations worldwide tackle their most complex challenges and its reputation for performance, reliability, and security. Join an outstanding team of researchers to advance the state-of-the-art in areas such as: + Generative AI Applications + Agentic Platforms + Reasoning and Planning + Retrieval Augmented Generation + Generative AI Evaluation + Responsible AI + Models' Verticalization + NL2Code, NL2SQL + Multimodal GenAI + Speech **The Company:** Oracle is the world's leading provider of business software. With a presence in over 175 countries, we are one of the biggest technology companies on the planet. We're using innovative emerging technologies to tackle real-world problems today. From advancing energy efficiency to reimagining online commerce, the work we do is not only transforming the world of business-it's helping advance governments, power nonprofits, and giving billions of people the tools they need to outpace change. For more information about Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), visit us at oracle.com (********************************** . **Responsibilities** **What You'll Do:** As an Applied Scientist in the Generative AI Service team, you will be leading the effort of building distributed, scalable, high-performance AI model training and serving systems in partnership with our applied scientists and software engineers. You will dive deep into model structure to optimize model performance and scalability. You will build state of art systems with cutting-edge technologies in this fast evolving area. you will play a key role in shaping the future of Generative AI at Oracle, with an emphasis on Large Language Models (LLMs) and Multi-modality Models. Your contributions will be pivotal in delivering our new Generative AI-powered services for large scale enterprise customers. **Responsibilities:** + Collaborate with product managers to translate business and product requirements into AI projects. + Collaborate with fellow technical leaders to ensure the successful and timely delivery of models and integration of services. + Coordinate with global teams to drive projects from in-depth research to producing production-ready code + Develop new OCI services and features leveraging recent advances in generative AI, machine learning and deep learning. + Design and review the architecture of generative AI, including data, model, training, and evaluation, employing best practices. + Lead and mentor both junior and senior machine learning engineers. + Develop production code and advocate for the best coding and engineering practices. + Participate in project planning, review, and retrospective sessions. + Identify and mitigate risks in our plans and executions, especially at the intersection of business and engineering. + Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate evaluation capabilities, identify new opportunities for evaluation, and explore emerging technologies. **What You'll Bring: (Objective Minimum Qualifications)** + Have a **PhD** in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Linguistics or a related field with a dissertation, thesis or final project centered in Machine Learning and Deep Learning) by **December 2025.** + Strong programming skills in Python and experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. + Deep technical understanding of Machine Learning, Deep Learning architectures like Transformers, training methods, and optimizers. + Practical experience with the latest technologies in LLM and generative AI, such as parameter-efficient fine-tuning, instruction fine-tuning, and advanced prompt engineering techniques like Tree-of-Thoughts. + Hands-on experience with emerging LLM frameworks and plugins, such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, VectorStores and Retrievers, LLM Cache, LLMOps (MLFlow), LMQL, Guidance, etc. + A background in Natural Language Processing and/or Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Software Development, as well as experience in research and development, collaboration, and innovation. + Hands-on experience in one or more areas: ASR, TTS, S2S translation, conversational AI, or related NLP topics. + Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities in AI/ML or speech/language processing domains. + Proven experience in designing data collection/annotation solutions and systematic evaluation necessary for developing and maintaining production systems. + Commitment to staying up to date with the field and applying academic advances to solve complex business problems and bringing them into production. + Strong publication record, including as a lead author or reviewer, in top-tier journals or conferences + Reside in the United States and/or attend a university in the US. + Able to obtain work authorization in the US in **2025.** **Preferred Qualifications:** + Knowledge of LLM and experience delivering Generative AI And Agent models are a significant plus. + Familiarity and experience with the latest advancements in computer vision and multimodal modeling is a plus. + Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and architectures + Open-source contributions to the AI/ML community + Minimum 3.0 GPA Disclaimer: **Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.** **Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only** US: Hiring Range in USD from: $97,500 to $199,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: 1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion 2. Short term disability and long term disability 3. Life insurance and AD&D 4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) 5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts 6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match 8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 9. 11 paid holidays 10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. 11. Paid parental leave 12. Adoption assistance 13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan 14. Financial planning and group legal 15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC3 **About Us** As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity. We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all. Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs. We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_************* or by calling *************** in the United States. Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
    $39k-57k yearly est. 58d ago

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