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  • EEIP Undergrad Intern - Electricity Infrastructure & Buildings Research

    Pacific Northwest National Laboratory 4.5company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus. The Energy and Environment Directorate delivers science and technology solutions for the nation's biggest energy and environmental challenges. Our more than 1,700 staff support the Department of Energy (DOE), delivering on key DOE mission areas including: modernizing our nation's power grid to maintain a reliable, affordable, secure, and resilient electricity delivery infrastructure; research, development, validation, and effective utilization of renewable energy and efficiency technologies that improve the affordability, reliability, resiliency, and security of the American energy system; and resolving complex issues in nuclear science, energy, and environmental management. The Electricity Infrastructure and Buildings Division, part of the Energy and Environment Directorate, is accelerating the transition to an efficient, resilient, and secure energy system through basic and applied research. We leverage a strong technical foundation in power and energy systems and advanced data analytics to drive innovation, transform markets, and shape energy policy. **Responsibilities** Are you interested in making the world a better place while gaining valuable research experience to launch your career? Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking undergraduate students passionate about creating a sustainable energy future through science and engineering to join us for a 10 week paid summer internship as part of the Energy and Environment Internship Program (EEIP). Participants will begin in cohort sessions and must be available to start on **May 26, 2026 or June 16, 2026** as part of the **Summer 2026 cohort** . EEIP interns in our Electricity Infrastructure & Buildings Division will experience firsthand how PNNL addresses some of our nation's toughest problems in energy efficiency, electric grid modernization, and the integration of renewable energy, storage, and electric vehicles with the power grid. Join our division of over 400 experts and explore how your training in fields such as, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, architectural engineering and buildings sciences, systems engineering, data sciences, energy policy, and economics, can position you for a high impact career at a national lab. You'll be matched with a mentor based on your career interests, and project opportunities, and assigned to a research group working in one of the following areas: + **Power Systems Engineering:** grid architecture and communications, power system modeling and simulation, cyber and physical energy security. + **Energy System Analytics and Control:** learning and predictive analytics, control theory and system optimization, sensing and measurement, and advanced computing, including high-performance and edge computing. + **Building System Sciences & Engineering:** building energy modeling, electrical systems design and integration, whole-building performance evaluation and optimization, building technology testing and validation + **Policy, Markets and Deployment:** power market design and analysis, economic analysis and valuation, policy and regulatory analysis for buildings and electricity infrastructure, community energy transition planning. Positions are based in Richland, WA, Seattle, WA and Portland, OR. Work is primarily on-site, with remote arrangements considered only in rare circumstances and strictly based on business need. **The Internship Experience** PNNL interns are fully integrated into research teams and supported through The Gold Experience, a summer-long program that includes professional development, networking with scientists and engineers across the lab, and exposure to the full breadth of PNNL's research mission. This internship is designed to accelerate your growth as a researcher and help you envision long-term career paths in national laboratory science. Many students return for multiple summers, and a number successfully transition into full-time roles at PNNL after graduation. **Why Apply?** + Gain hands-on research experience in a national laboratory setting. + Collaborate with top scientists and engineers in cutting-edge research fields. + Build professional connections that can support future career opportunities. If you're motivated to apply your skills to real-world problems and gain hands-on research experience that can shape your career, we encourage you to apply. ******HOW TO APPLY****** To have a complete application package, the (2) listed items below are required and must be uploaded correctly per the steps below for consideration: **Step 1:** Upload **Resume or CV** in "Resume" section only (note: If applying to multiple positions, the most recent resume uploaded will be used for all positions an applicant applies to). **Step 2:** Upload a **Cover Letter** separately in "Additional Documents" section of the application titled "Nuclear Sciences EEIP Cover Letter". + Cover letter should include: Statement of interest, reference relevant college courses, and relevant experience that may include extracurricular activities that have prepared you for this career. **If any of the components (resume and cover letter) are not uploaded per the instructions above, applications will be rejected and will no longer be considered. Electronic applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. (PST) on the posting close date.** **Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications: + Candidates must have a high school diploma /GED or higher + Candidates must be degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled at an accredited college or university + Candidates must be taking at least 6 credit hours and have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 Preferred Qualifications: + Applicants should be working toward a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) degree, or related degrees. + Discipline of interest: Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Building Sciences, Systems Engineering, Energy Policy, Economics, Computer Science, Software, Engineering, or Cyber Security Engineering, Data Sciences **Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment** Not Applicable. **Testing Designated Position** This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP). **About PNNL** Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. **Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity** Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at **************** . **Drug Free Workplace** PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. **Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements** As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. For foreign national candidates: If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential. **Mandatory Requirements** Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a "country of risk" without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. **Rockstar Rewards** **Regular Hourly:** Employees are offered an employee assistance program and business travel insurance. Employees are eligible for the company funded pension plan and 401k savings plan, once eligibility requirements are met. **Temporary Hourly:** Employees are offered an employee assistance program and business travel insurance. Click Here For Rockstar Rewards (****************************************** **Notice to Applicants** PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual's relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules. As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position. **Minimum Salary** USD $16.25/Hr. **Maximum Salary** USD $26.00/Hr.
    $16.3-26 hourly 3d ago
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  • Research Scientist - CTRL Labs

    Meta 4.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    Reality Labs at Meta is seeking Research Scientists with experience in product-focused machine learning and signal processing research to advance our pioneering work in neuromotor interfaces, which has grown out of the acquisition of CTRL-labs. We're building a practical interface drawing on the rich neuromotor signals that can be measured non-invasively via surface electromyography (EMG) with single motor neuron resolution. This technology could become one of the main pillars for interaction with virtual and augmented worlds.We are a multi-disciplinary team of researchers investigating the nature of human neuromotor signals, developing novel signal processing and machine learning methods to infer a user's intent, and creating novel interaction techniques and user experiences. Help us unleash human potential by removing the bottlenecks between user intent and action. **Required Skills:** Research Scientist - CTRL Labs Responsibilities: 1. Research and develop Deep Learning or other computational models 2. Design methods, tools and infrastructure to analyze and leverage rich multimodal data sets 3. Set technical direction for a project of 2-3 researchers and engineers 4. Help transition and deliver our work from research into product 5. Adapt standard machine learning methods to best leverage modern parallel environments (e.g. distributed clusters, multicore SMP, and GPU) **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 6. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience 7. Ph.D. degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics/Mathematics 8. Experience with developing machine learning models at scale from inception to business impact 9. Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch 10. Exposure to architectural patterns of large scale software applications 11. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 12. Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL, and ICASSP) 13. Demonstrated software engineer experience via an internship, work experience, coding competitions, or widely used contributions in open source repositories (e.g. GitHub) 14. Experience bringing machine learning-based products from research to production **Public Compensation:** $184,000/year to $257,000/year + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** 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@meta.com.
    $184k-257k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Clinical Psychologist (PhD, Psy D)-Post Doctoral Fellow

    Lifestance Health

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    What we offer Psychologists: * Flexible work schedules. * Compensation range $58,00 * Signing Bonus * Telemedicine and in-person flexibility. * Generous 'above market' compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings after post doc * Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more. * Collegial work environment. * Newly designed and modern offices. * Full administrative support. * Latest in digital technology. * Strong work/life balance. * local resources for EPPP prep * In house trainings and continuing education offered Psychologists are a critical part of our clinical team. We're seeking Psychologists that are: * completion Ph.D. or Psy.D. program * Experienced with caring for adult and/or child and adolescent populations. * Experienced with psychotherapy and/or testing intakes, planning batteries for assessments, report writing and feedback sessions. At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It's a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented Licensed Therapists in the area for LifeStance Health, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. About LifeStance Health LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees. Our values: Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self. Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment. Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it. One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose. If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use ****************** or *************************** Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security. LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ****************** or by calling ***************. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
    $58 hourly Easy Apply 17d ago
  • Research Scientist 2

    Humana 4.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    **Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** Humana's Clinical Analytics Team is seeking a Research Scientist 2 (Remote). Healthcare is rapidly changing, and our members are living longer, often with more chronic conditions and behavior health needs. The Clinical Strategy & Analytics team identifies opportunities and builds solutions to improve clinical outcomes and lower costs for millions of Medicare Advantage beneficiaries through an evidence-based approach using data analytics, clinical expertise, strategic mindset, and rigorous study designs. In this multi-disciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with strategy partners and clinicians to shape Humana's enterprise clinical strategies and initiatives. The Research Scientist 2 applies mathematical, statistical, and epidemiologic principles to identify trends, assess variable associations or cause-effect relationships, and size potential opportunities using high volumes of complex data. The Research Scientist 2 work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation of data/information and independent judgement. **Responsibilities** As a Research Scientist 2, you will: + Collaborate with analytic and data teams to set objectives, approaches, and work plans + Develop and implement study protocols, including the ability to design observational studies, randomized controlled trials, and cohort studies + Leverage a wide range of analytics methods ranging from descriptive to prescriptive to transform high volumes of complex data into analytics solutions and actionable insights + Collaborate with clinicians and clinical informaticists to define various clinical concepts and extract clinical information from medical, pharmacy, and lab claims for analytics and modeling purposes + Translates analytic results into key takeaways and communicate to business partners + Understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas + Make decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations with general guidance **Use your skills to make an impact** **Required Qualifications** + Master's Degree in a quantitative discipline such as Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Economics, Statistics, Clinical Informatics, and/or related fields + Demonstrated strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills + Demonstrated strong interest in healthcare and desire to make a positive impact on population health + Flexible, dynamic personality who can work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team + 2+ years of experience in applying mathematics, statistics, epidemiologic principals to transform high volumes of complex data into actionable insights + Clear and concise oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex methodologies and analytical results to higher-level business insights and key takeaways + Experience manipulating and analyzing data using SAS, Python, R, or similar software **Preferred Qualifications** + Healthcare or managed care working experience + Experience working with medical, pharmacy, lab claims + Demonstrated familiarity with clinical concepts related to a broad range of clinical conditions and disease states - experience with oncology, behavioral health and chronic conditions would be particularly valuable + Demonstrated familiarity with hypothesis testing, statistical methods, and/or comparative effectiveness study design and modeling techniques + Experience using Pyspark, DataBricks, and/or Microsoft Azure Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. **Scheduled Weekly Hours** 40 **Pay Range** The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $78,400 - $107,800 per year This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance. **Description of Benefits** Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities. Application Deadline: 02-05-2026 **About us** Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. **Equal Opportunity Employer** It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our ***************************************************************************
    $78.4k-107.8k yearly 3d ago
  • Spring 2026 - CBRN Research Intern

    Noblis 4.9company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    Responsibilities Noblis is seeking a highly motivated research intern to support critical national security programs. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to information management systems and data-driven decision-making processes that support defense and security operations. As a Noblis intern, you will do real work on projects where you can learn, contribute, and see what it's like to be a working professional in your field. You will be an integral part of our team from day one, collaborating with full-time staff to create innovative, mission-focused solutions for many of our clients' most pressing problems. This internship will be done over the course of the spring semester **Key Responsibilities:** - Support the development and maintenance of portfolio management information systems containing developmental medical countermeasures (MCMs) and related data packages - Assist in conducting research and analysis on MCM development - Contribute to the compilation and organization of critical data that drives portfolio strategies for decision makers - Support data analysis and visualization efforts to inform stakeholder decisions - Assist in preparing briefings and reports for program leadership Required Qualifications - Currently pursuing a Master's degree or higher in Biology, Biodefense or similar national security domain, or related field - Strong research experience, including systematic literature reviews and data analysis - Proficiency with data analysis tools - Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies - Excellent written and oral communication skills, including policy memo writing and briefing - Ability to work with large datasets and information management systems - Strong organizational and project management skills - US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a secret clearance Desired Qualifications - Experience with open-source analysis and archival research - Background in international security, biosecurity, or related fields - Experience working on projects related to defense, security, or public health - Familiarity with portfolio management or program evaluation - Experience coordinating with professionals across multiple sectors - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Overview Noblis (*********************** and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us (***************************************** **Why work at a Noblis company?** Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards (************************************ . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace. * _Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements_ Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us (*************************** . EEO is the Law (************************************************* | E-Verify (****************************************************************************************************************************************************************** | Right to Work (**************************************************************** Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits (************************************* page on our Careers (**************************** site. Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package. Posted Salary Range USD $23.00 - USD $38.00 /Hr.
    $23-38 hourly 2d ago
  • PhD Research Assistant - Machine Learning Research Group

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    **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 60d+ ago
  • Associate, Psychometrician & Researcher Intern

    Pearson 4.7company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    **Why join Pearson's intern program?** Pearson is the world's learning company. We help people of all ages acquire the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their work and careers. We believe that everyone should be able to keep learning, every day and in every way, throughout their lives. Bringing together everything we know about the science of learning and the latest technology; we're shaping the future of teaching and learning. We're looking for the next generation of talented graduates to join our team for an unforgettable 8-week internship. An internship at Pearson is an opportunity to bring your own unique perspective as a learner, together with your academic knowledge, technical skills, and enthusiasm, to help create products that help fix the skills challenges faced by learners, employees and employers. As one of our interns, you will gain a comprehensive introduction to our business. You'll be assigned to a team to support real-life projects that bring our products and services to life and are ready to launch to our learners. On-the-job training and professional development will be provided to enable you to contribute to the business. You'll also have direct access to a senior member of the team, as each intern will be mentored to help you make the most of the 8-week program. During your internship, you will gain valuable hands-on experience to build your resume to stand out with future employers, such as Pearson We foster a work environment that's inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our products reflect the people we serve - our teachers and students, employers and employees, and consumers and learners. **What Does the Internship Program Offer?** Pearson is offering an 8-week summer internship in 2026 for two exceptional doctoral students with strong psychometric skills who are eager to gain hands-on experience in large-scale educational assessment. Interns will engage in various aspects of operational K-12 assessments, including assessment development, item analysis, standard setting, and technical reporting. This opportunity also supports our LEAD goal, as interns frequently collaborate with our research scientists on co-publications and present their work at industry conferences. **Pay rate** The award includes a $9,000 stipend. You will be eligible for accrued paid sick time per the policy guidelines. Please refer to the Sick Leave Policy. **Job Description** As an Associate Research & Psychometric Analyst Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in large-scale educational assessment. Interns will work closely with Pearson research scientists to support operational K-12 assessment contracts, gaining applied experience in assessment development, item analysis, standard setting, and technical reporting. This internship also provides opportunities to collaborate on research, co-publish with experts, and present at industry conferences, enhancing both technical skills and professional communication in educational measurement **What does the 8- weeks involve?** During the 8-week program taking place between June and August 2026, with some flexibility in scheduling. Interns will gain hands-on experience in large-scale educational assessment, working closely with Pearson research scientists. Key activities include assessment development, item analysis, standard setting, and technical reporting. Interns will also have opportunities to enhance their collaboration and communication skills in educational measurement while contributing to real-world K-12 assessment projects. This position is fully remote, with occasional travel to company offices or partner locations as necessary. The role is primarily designated as a Remote Employee. For reporting purposes, the office location will be US-TX-Austin-400 Center Ridge. **Minimum Requirements** + Currently enrolled in a doctoral program in educational measurement, educational statistics, educational psychology, or a related field. + Completion of at least two years of doctoral-level coursework + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to commit exclusively to the Pearson summer internship (no concurrent internships or externships). _Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply._ _Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential._ _Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive._ _To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here:_ *********************************************************** **APPLICATION PROCEDURE:** All candidates must apply online at: ********************** Type (21885) in the keyword search box to access the posting. In addition to the online application, each candidate must submit a curriculum vita, copy of graduate school transcript, two letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose describing his or her interest in the internship. All application materials must be received by February 8, 2026. Internship awards will be announced by March 8, 2026. **Who we are:** At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing ******************************************. **Job:** Research, Efficacy, and Psychometrics **Job Family:** LEARNING\_&\_CONTENT\_DEVELOPMENT **Organization:** Assessment & Qualifications **Schedule:** FULL\_TIME **Workplace Type:** Remote **Req ID:** 21885 **Req Type:** Student \#location
    $9k monthly 22d ago
  • Civil- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Research

    Austin Bridge 4.2company rating

    Research assistant job in Decatur, IL

    Civil Carpenter Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools. Must have knowledge of structural design, the ability to read blueprints, and simple layouts. Must have knowledge of construction trade, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. Other duties may be assigned. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: * Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required. * Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws. * Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment. * Erect and destruct concrete forms, scaffolding and ramps above ground level. * Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools. * Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports. * Construct forms or chutes for pouring concrete. * Verify trueness of structure, set grade, check for plumb, etc. * Mix, transfer and extend materials such as concrete and asphalt. * Fabricate and install concrete reinforcing bars. * Place and finish concrete. * Maintain clean job site, pick up tools/equipment, secure job site each day-eliminate potential hazards. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required for this Position: Education - no minimum education requirements. Experience - 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience. Austin ("The Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
    $77k-128k yearly est. 9d ago
  • Civil- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Research

    Austin Industries 4.7company rating

    Research assistant job in Decatur, IL

    Civil Carpenter Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools. Must have knowledge of structural design, the ability to read blueprints, and simple layouts. Must have knowledge of construction trade, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. Other duties may be assigned. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: + Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required. + Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws. + Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment. + Erect and destruct concrete forms, scaffolding and ramps above ground level. + Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools. + Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports. + Construct forms or chutes for pouring concrete. + Verify trueness of structure, set grade, check for plumb, etc. + Mix, transfer and extend materials such as concrete and asphalt. + Fabricate and install concrete reinforcing bars. + Place and finish concrete. + Maintain clean job site, pick up tools/equipment, secure job site each day-eliminate potential hazards. + Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required for this Position: **Education** - no minimum education requirements. **Experience** - 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience. Austin ("The Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (**************************** notice from the Department of Labor.
    $72k-134k yearly est. 9d ago
  • Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Dark Matter Theory

    Argonne National Laboratory 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    The position is part of a new collaboration between Argonne National Laboratory, the University of Notre Dame, and UIUC, supported by the Quantum Information Science Enabled Discovery 2.0 (QuantISED 2.0) program. The collaboration team includes Clarence Chang, Tim Hobbs, Dafei Jin, Yi Li, Marharyta Lisovenko, Valentine Novosad, Zain Saleem, Tanner Trickle, and Gensheng Wang. We seek highly qualified candidates to conduct theoretical research on dark matter and physics beyond the Standard Model, with a particular emphasis on opportunities enabled by novel quantum magnonics technologies. Candidates should have demonstrated interest and expertise at the interface of high energy physics, dark matter phenomenology, condensed matter physics, and quantum information science. In addition to the core research program, the ideal candidate will have broad interests in one or more of the following areas: high energy physics, astrophysics, collider phenomenology, or cosmology. The successful candidate is expected to engage scientifically with researchers in the HEP groups at both Argonne and UIUC, building overlapping and complementary research efforts. This advertisement is for a three-year postdoctoral position in theoretical high energy physics (HEP), jointly hosted by Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), with an anticipated start date in Fall 2026. **Position Requirements** + Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in physics or a closely related field + Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork Application materials should include: + Cover Letter + Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications + Research statement outlining interests in relation to the advertised position + Qualified candidates will be asked to provide three letters of reference For full consideration, please apply at your earliest convenience. The position will remain open until filled. If you have any questions you may email Tim Hobbs at *********** . The successful candidate will divide their time between Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The specific arrangement of time at each institution will be determined in consultation with the hiring committee and the candidate. **Job Family** Postdoctoral **Job Profile** Postdoctoral Appointee **Worker Type** Long-Term (Fixed Term) **Time Type** Full time The expected hiring range for this position is $72,879.00-$121,465.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here (******************************************** to view Argonne employee benefits! _As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law._ _Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department._ _All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment._
    $72.9k-121.5k yearly 42d ago
  • Civil- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Research

    Austin Careers 3.8company rating

    Research assistant job in Decatur, IL

    Civil Carpenter Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools. Must have knowledge of structural design, the ability to read blueprints, and simple layouts. Must have knowledge of construction trade, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. Other duties may be assigned. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required. Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws. Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment. Erect and destruct concrete forms, scaffolding and ramps above ground level. Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools. Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports. Construct forms or chutes for pouring concrete. Verify trueness of structure, set grade, check for plumb, etc. Mix, transfer and extend materials such as concrete and asphalt. Fabricate and install concrete reinforcing bars. Place and finish concrete. Maintain clean job site, pick up tools/equipment, secure job site each day-eliminate potential hazards. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required for this Position: Education - no minimum education requirements. Experience - 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience. Austin ("The Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
    $42k-80k yearly est. 8d ago
  • Technology Researcher - Advanced Hardware & Infrastructure

    Teradata 4.5company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    **Our Company** At Teradata, we believe that people thrive when empowered with better information. That's why we built the most complete cloud analytics and data platform for AI. By delivering harmonized data, trusted AI, and faster innovation, we uplift and empower our customers-and our customers' customers-to make better, more confident decisions. The world's top companies across every major industry trust Teradata to improve business performance, enrich customer experiences, and fully integrate data across the enterprise. **What you will do** We are seeking a Technology Researcher to evaluate emerging hardware and infrastructure technologies, conduct focused research spikes and proof-of-concepts, and identify optimization opportunities for our database and cloud platforms. You will collaborate with product engineering teams to advance innovations from research to production, leveraging AI-assisted development tools to accelerate your work. Key Responsibilities + Evaluate emerging technologies in compute hardware, storage, networking, GPUs, DPUs, and accelerators for potential platform integration + Evaluate technologies such as eBPF, DASK and other communication protocols that all for distributed and heterogeneous system designs + Design and execute targeted research spikes and proof-of-concept projects to validate technology value and measure performance impact + Collaborate with product engineering teams to scope, test, benchmark, and document technology enhancements + Research industry trends, academic innovations, and partner technologies to identify optimization opportunities + Build business cases and present technology recommendations through innovation reviews + Leverage AI-assisted coding tools to accelerate prototyping and development cycles **Who you will work with** On our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals in Office of the CTO, Product Engineering, Product Management, Sales and other key departments. You will play a crucial role in helping Teradata better understand our customers' needs through dedicated technology research, proof-of-concepts and defining next generation infrastructure choices for our product portfolio. This position will report to the Engineering Fellow of Partner Technology Research and will reside within the Office of the CTO. **What makes you a qualified candidate** Technical Skills: + Distributed systems engineering background with multi-node architecture experience + CUDA X and NVIDIA GPU ecosystem experience + rocM/HIP and AMD GPU ecosystem experience + eBPF, DASK or Arrow experience + HPC or distributed application development background + Public cloud platform proficiency + Foundational database systems knowledge (Teradata experience a plus) + Backend software development or infrastructure engineering experience + Scripting/automation capabilities (Python, Bash, or similar) + Comfortable with modern AI-assisted coding tools and platforms Education & Experience: + Bachelor's degree in computer science (distributed systems focus), Computer Engineering, or IT with equivalent professional progression + 2-3+ years in backend development, systems engineering, or infrastructure engineering + DevOps or infrastructure automation experience **What you will bring** + Confident and resilient; comfortable navigating technical disagreements and feedback + Strong influencer with ability to persuade without direct authority or control of resources + Excellent communicator who articulates technical concepts and business value clearly + Collaborative, self-motivated, and intellectually curious + Thrives in ambiguous, fast-moving technology environments **Why We Think You'll Love Teradata** We prioritize a people-first culture because we know our people are at the very heart of our success. We embrace a flexible work model because we trust our people to make decisions about how, when, and where they work. We focus on well-being because we care about our people and their ability to thrive both personally and professionally. We are committed to actively working to foster an inclusive environment that celebrates people for all of who they are. \#LI-JR1 Teradata is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, bringing their unique perspectives and experiences to help us innovate and grow. Pay Rate: 84,000.00 - 105,000.00 - 126,000.00 Annually Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on geographic location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and candidate experience. Sales roles will be eligible for commission payments tied to quota achievement. All other permanent roles will be eligible for one of our annual incentive plans, which are based on company financial attainment and individual performance. Employees in this position are also eligible to participate in the Company's comprehensive benefits programs, which include healthcare, life and disability insurance plans, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, and time-off programs. Specific details of these benefits, including eligibility criteria and plan options, will be provided during the hiring process and can be reviewed here: **************************************************
    $62k-85k yearly est. 42d ago
  • Subway Team Member

    Road Ranger LLC 4.4company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    Job Description Road Ranger is looking for Subway Team Members to join the Springfield, IL team at our Camp Butler Rd. location! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At Road Ranger, we aim to provide drivers with the warm hospitality, top tier fuel, quality food, and essential products they need along their journey. We owe our success to our friendly, driven employees who thrive in our fast-paced environment. To reward their hard work, we offer our employees a wide variety of competitive benefits to support their health and wealth, such as: Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Weekly Pay Bonus Potential 401(k) with up to 4% company match Life Insurance Paid Vacation Paid Parental Leave Accident, Critical Illness, & Short-Term Disability Insurances About Subway Food Service: Road Ranger is a proud Franchisee of Subway Restaurants, which is one of our many quality food offerings for our customers. Our Subway Food Service Staff are dedicated to serving up fresh-made, delicious sandwiches for our hungry customers. In addition to preparing food, this role is responsible for providing fast and friendly customer service, operating the point-of-sale system, safeguarding cash and inventory, maintaining proper food safety standards, and ensuring the cleanliness of the Subway area The ideal candidate for a Subway Food Service role is a friendly, hard-working, and reliable person who enjoys working with food and engaging with new people. If you possess these qualities, you are already one step closer to a successful career in the Road Ranger family. Do you have what it takes to be a Ranger? Apply today! Pay Range: $15 per hour Road Ranger is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status or civil partnership/union status, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Powered by JazzHR GXcCOYJPJC
    $15 hourly 17d ago
  • Breakfast Team Member- Stevenson Dr.

    Taco Bell 4.2company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    You are applying for a position with a franchisee or licensee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. Franchisees and licensees are independent business organizations, who will be your only employer if hired, and who are responsible for their own employment practices, including setting their own wage and benefit programs. You already love our food...Need some additional reasons to choose us?...these are just a few reasons why: + Live Mas! We exist to feed people's lives with "more"! + Whether you start with us, or stay with us, we are here to help you accomplish your dreams. + Starting wage of $17.00 or more. + Premium Pay for anyone working after 9pm. + Clear training path leading to additional raisesof $1.25 more. + Flexible Scheduling that works around your needs + $8 of Free Food....order your favorite items.... or create your own...it's up to you! + Referral Program: Earn additional money for bringing in great people to work with you! + Weekly Family Meals...Yes, treat your family to weekly meals as well!!! + Want discounts on things you use daily, like your cell phone? Earn discounts just by working with us. + Excellent opportunities for advancement. Learn new skills and earn more income! Our managers are predominantly grown from within. + Work for a local, family business...not some out-of-town corporation. + Scholarship Opportunities and Educational Programs + LucWork paid GED program (including study materials, testing, and an advisor to help guide you along the way). + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance for qualifying employees LucWork Enterprises, a franchisee of Taco Bell, is a family business that has operated locally for 40+ years. We take great pride in our restaurant culture and truly value everyone who chooses to work with us. Come join our family and experience an atmosphere that values and invests in you. Our Team Members set the tone for the Taco Bell guest experience. As a Breakfast Team Member, you will primarily focus on providing great customer service to our guests or making great breakfast products. You will also assist the team with other job duties that get the store ready for peak lunch business. It is a position for friendly, helpful individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment...and enjoy early mornings! Applicants, 16 and older, may apply for the Breakfast Team Member position. Breakfast Team Members are expected to: - Work well as part of a team - Provide fast and friendly service to our customers - Have a positive attitude and eagerness to learn - Set up the store to successfully operate the rest of the day. Primary job duties include, but are not limited to: - Greeting guests and providing outstanding customer service all the time - Taking and/or preparing food and drink orders - Answering questions about menu items and promotions face-to-face and through drive-thru windows - Maintaining a clean and safe work environment - Washing dishes, sweeping floors, sanitizing surfaces, etc. - Using various kitchen equipment in a restaurant environment. Qualifications: - Good communication skills - Must be able to tolerate standing, walking, and stooping during 90% of shift time. - Able to lift 35-50 pounds - Use motion that entails pushing, pulling, stretching, and continuous bilateral use of fingers and wrist - Must have good manual dexterity to be able to work rapidly and accurately during rush periods.
    $17 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Restaurant Team Member Decatur & Sahara

    Salad and Go

    Research assistant job in Decatur, IL

    Decatur Blvd & Sahara Ave 2323 South Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89102 Benefits: Flexible Schedules Community Service Opportunities Growth Opportunities- Hourly to Salary Leadership Training Competitive pay BEST Restaurant Industry hours (open between 6am-9pm) Free Food! Relaxed Uniform - come as you are! Pay: $15/hour Team Member Duties: Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, team-centered environment Build made-to-order salads and other menu items Provide great guest experiences with both walk-up and drive-thru orders Come to work with an energetic, ready-to-work attitude Qualifications: Must be able to work minimum of 15 hours per week; including weekends Obtain Food Handlers Certificate and certified non-slip shoes Able to pass the Salad Test during training Must be 16 years or older, Teen Friendly No experience required #LI-DNI Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Salad and Go will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Salad and Go is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
    $15 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Clinical Psychologist (PhD, Psy D)-Post Doctoral Fellow

    Lifestance Health

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    Job DescriptionAt LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It's a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented Licensed Therapists in the area for LifeStance Health, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. What we offer Psychologists: Flexible work schedules. Compensation range $58,00 Signing Bonus Telemedicine and in-person flexibility. Generous ‘above market' compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings after post doc Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more. Collegial work environment. Newly designed and modern offices. Full administrative support. Latest in digital technology. Strong work/life balance. local resources for EPPP prep In house trainings and continuing education offered Psychologists are a critical part of our clinical team. We're seeking Psychologists that are: completion Ph.D. or Psy.D. program Experienced with caring for adult and/or child and adolescent populations. Experienced with psychotherapy and/or testing intakes, planning batteries for assessments, report writing and feedback sessions. LifeStance provides the compensation range and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. LifeStance reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.About LifeStance Health LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees. Our values:Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose. If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use ****************** or *************************** Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security. LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ****************** or by calling ***************. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
    $58 hourly 18d ago
  • Research Scientist

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    The Machine Learning Research Group is searching for an outstanding PhD researcher with experience in Computer Vision and Vision Language Models 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, just to name a few. Your contributions have the chance to create real impact. **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 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. **Responsibilities** **What You'll Bring:** To be considered for a Research Scientist, 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.** + Ph.D. in the field of Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or equivalent field by August 2026. + Research or industry experience in Computer Vision, with a strong background in the theory and practice of Vision Foundation Models + Excellent programming and debugging skills in Python + Hands on experience with common machine learning frameworks, such as PyTorch + Experience in analyzing and collecting data from various sources, and thorough understanding of experimental practices, error analysis, and evaluation approaches + Outstanding research track record + Experience collaborating in a team environment on research projects + Excellent communication skills **What you'll be doing:** + Research and implement foundation models for video and image understanding. Topics of interest include but are not limited to, Video Question Answering, Video Captioning, and Video to Text Retrieval + Contribute to research that may lead to publications or conference presentations + Create new datasets that push the limits of existing AI and ML technology + Collaborate with team members and cross-functional teams + Transfer technology to product groups + Collaborate with external researchers 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: $79,200 to $178,100 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.
    $79.2k-178.1k yearly 2d ago
  • Postdoctoral Appointee - Medium Energy Physics

    Argonne National Laboratory 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    The Medium Energy Physics (MEP) group at Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for multiple experimental postdoctoral researcher positions. Depending on your background, your portfolio may include work at Jefferson Lab, the Electron-Ion Collider (EIC) program, detector research and development, and applications of AI in nuclear physics. Applications received by Tuesday, November 4 will receive full consideration. **Key Responsibilities** + AI-ready data and analysis for the ePIC Barrel Imaging Calorimeter and our Jefferson Lab program + Support for the PRad-II and X17 experiments scheduled to run in CY26 + Lead role in our MCP-PMT R&D program, with emphasis on device characterization and QA You may combine these focus areas with other ongoing projects in our group. **About Argonne and the MEP Group** Argonne National Laboratory, situated near Chicago, is a prominent multidisciplinary science and engineering research center. The Medium Energy Group in the Physics Division, comprises eight staff members, two engineers, and postdocs and students. Our program spans electron-scattering experiments at Jefferson Lab in Hall A, B, and C, including CLAS12 and SoLID. We have led SeaQuest and are involved in SpinQuest at Fermilab and the MUSE experiment at PSI. Our hardware program includes the ePIC Barrel Imaging Calorimeter, and instrumentation R&D such as a polarized lithium-ion source for EIC, superconducting nanowire particle detectors and pixelized MCP-PMTs. **Position Requirements** + Recent or soon-to-be-completed PhD (within the last 0-5 years) in experimental nuclear or particle physics or a related field + Match at least one of the following profiles: + Experience with modern AI methods for nuclear physics or high-energy physics detector data; or + Hands-on work with PMTs, SiPMs, or MCP-PMTs (test-beam or bench characterization experience is a plus); or + Prior experience working on Jefferson Lab or RHIC experiments + Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork **Application Materials** + Curriculum Vitae (CV) + Cover Letter describing research experience and fit for the role + Contact information for three references to be sent to Kaitlin Raimondi at ************* **Job Family** Postdoctoral **Job Profile** Postdoctoral Appointee **Worker Type** Long-Term (Fixed Term) **Time Type** Full time The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here (******************************************** to view Argonne employee benefits! _As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law._ _Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department._ _All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment._
    $70.8k-117.9k yearly 60d+ ago
  • NSIP Post Bachelors Research Associate - Emerging Threats & Technologies Division

    Pacific Northwest National Laboratory 4.5company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus. The Emerging Threats and Technologies Division, part of the National Security Directorate, consists of over 400 scientists, engineers, and analysts with backgrounds in cyber, nuclear, intelligence, policy, data science, and other fields. We work in interdisciplinary project teams to provide innovative concepts that integrate policy, analytics, science, and technology into unique solutions. Protecting U.S. residents and visitors is among our nation's highest priorities. As adversaries gain access to sophisticated technologies and materials, the threats grow more dynamic and complex-from cyber and nuclear to chemical and biological weapons of mass effect and other forms of terrorism. The PNNL national security mission employs our researchers, tools, and technologies to play a key role in advancing the ability to identify and secure nuclear materials, detect weapons of mass effect, manage nonproliferation treaties, secure our nation's borders, and protect critical infrastructures. PNNL's scientific discovery and capabilities-rooted in innovative theory, methods, algorithms, and tools-are enabling stronger, more resilient technologies and systems to safeguard national security. Coupled with decades of radiological and nuclear materials expertise, advanced computing and threat analysis capabilities, and a broad fundamental science base, we are identifying and countering emerging threats that have significant impact at home and around the globe. To learn more: ************************************************* ****************************************************** **Responsibilities** PNNL is seeking Research Associates for assignments within the National Security Internship Program (NSIP). The Emerging Threats & Technologies Division is looking for individuals who have a passion for solving critical national challenges using advanced techniques. Research Associates will engage with complex problems across national security, energy, and science, applying rigorous analysis and innovative research methods to deliver impactful solutions that help keep our nation safe and secure. Research Associate appointments may be aligned with one of the following technical groups: Cyber Resilience Foundations, Cyber Risk Reduction, Innovative Security Solutions, Global Research Analysis, Strategic Threat Analysis, or Mission Alignment. **Cyber Resilience Foundations:** The Cyber Resilience Foundations group works with government and private sector stakeholders to quickly adapt to new technology spaces, understand how their introduction into specialized domains affects system security postures, and create solutions to improve their resilience to new technologies. Disciplines: Cyber Security Research, Cyber Security Engineering, IT/OT, Software Development, Network Architecture. **Cyber Risk Reduction:** The Cyber Risk Reduction group performs applied research leveraging PNNL capabilities in hardware, software, and firmware security to benefit sectors critical to national security by figuring out how to deconstruct, evaluate, and improve complex systems and develop tools, practices, and skills to meet these challenges. Disciplines: Cybersecurity Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, and Network Administration **Innovative Security Solutions:** The evolving technology landscape is transforming the realm of physical protection and incident response, presenting new challenges such as the convergence of physical and cybersecurity threats. These interconnected domains require innovative methods to safeguard IT systems, materials, and vital infrastructure from increasingly complex risks. The Innovative Security Solutions group addresses these challenges by providing critical solutions and support for securing key assets through conventional countermeasures, while also advancing techniques to navigate the complexities of blended security environments. By leveraging operational expertise in asset protection, the group tackles the intricacies of converged security by integrating cyber and physical threat assessments and developing mitigations that enhance the protection of nuclear material and critical infrastructure. Disciplines: Cyber and Physical security, Hardware Vulnerability Assessment, Cyber Security Training **Global Research Analysis:** The Global Research Analysis group leverages national laboratory expertise in mission threats, science and technology, and cultural context to identify emerging and monitor existing technologies and provide decision makers the context and understanding critical to national security. Disciplines: Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Cyber Security **Strategic Threat Analysis:** The Strategic Threat Analysis (STA) group leverages partnerships around the world and expertise spanning multiple domains to address complex domestic and international security challenges. STA equips decision makers with nuanced insights and mitigation strategies in a rapidly evolving threat landscape shaped by emergent adversaries and technologies. Our experts bring a deep understanding of technical analysis, nonproliferation, risk and resilience, strategic trade controls, and regional affairs, delivering solutions that address gaps in legal frameworks, outdated approaches, and vulnerabilities within international systems and institutions. Disciplines: Law and policy analysis, data analysis, nonproliferation, counterproliferation, finance/trade analysis **Mission Alignment:** Bringing together senior technical and strategic advisors as a division-level advisory body to help tune and execute strategy through dedicated leadership. Working across the division's capability areas to capture emerging programmatic opportunities, coach and mentor staff on strategy and business development, support the development and execution of division strategy, and develop strategic new sponsor relationships. **Positions are available in Richland, WA and Seattle, WA, based on business need. Positions may also be performed remotely or on campus at PNNL based on business need. Participants will join the program as part of a cohort, with anticipated start dates in May or June 2026 for the summer cohort.** ******HOW TO APPLY****** To have a complete application package, the (2) listed items below are required and must be uploaded correctly per the steps below for consideration: **Step 1:** Upload Resume or CV in "Resume" section only (note: If applying to multiple positions, the most recent resume uploaded will be used for all positions an applicant applies to). **Step 2:** Upload a Cover Letter separately in "Additional Documents" section of the application titled "ET&T - Summer 2026 NSIP Cover Letter". + Cover letter should include: Statement of interest, reference relevant college courses, and relevant experience that may include extracurricular activities that have prepared you for this career. If any of the components (resume and cover letter) are not uploaded per the instructions above, applications will be rejected and will no longer be considered. Electronic applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. (PST) on the posting close date. **Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications: + Candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree within the past 24 months or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university Minimum overall GPA of 3.3 required. Preferred Qualifications: + **Disciplines of Interest:** Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Network Security, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Assurance, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Cyber-Physical Systems, Physical Security, Security Engineering, Risk Management, Homeland Security, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Engineering Physics, Applied Science, Data Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Finance, International Relations, International Affairs, Security Studies, Public Policy, Law and Policy, Nonproliferation and International Security **Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment** Not applicable **Additional Information** This position involves access to sensitive systems and information. U.S. Citizenship is required. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements. **Testing Designated Position** This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP). **About PNNL** Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. **Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity** Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at **************** . **Drug Free Workplace** PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. **Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements** As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. For foreign national candidates: If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential. **Mandatory Requirements** Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a "country of risk" without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. **Rockstar Rewards** **Regular Hourly:** Employees are offered an employee assistance program and business travel insurance. Employees are eligible for the company funded pension plan and 401k savings plan, once eligibility requirements are met. **Temporary Hourly:** Employees are offered an employee assistance program and business travel insurance. Click Here For Rockstar Rewards (****************************************** **Notice to Applicants** PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual's relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules. As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position. **Minimum Salary** USD $27.50/Hr. **Maximum Salary** USD $35.77/Hr.
    $27.5-35.8 hourly 13d ago
  • GenAI PhD Applied Scientist - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

    Oracle 4.6company rating

    Research assistant job in Springfield, IL

    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.
    $47k-66k yearly est. 60d+ ago

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