Research scientist jobs in Lafayette, LA

in Medicine-Pulmonary Diseases. Duties included: develop and continue a highly competitive NIH funded research group that targets excellence in basic and translational research. Participates in submission of large grants. Position with tenure. Candidate should be a nationally recognized researcher with an excellent record of grant funding and peer review publications Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments. Summary Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments. Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026 Salary $49,960 to - $99,314 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 9 Locations FEW vacancies in the following locations: Clear AFB, AK Eielson AFB, AK Elmendorf AFB, AK Little Rock AFB, AR Show morefewer locations (54) Davis Monthan AFB, AZ Luke AFB, AZ Beale AFB, CA Edwards AFB, CA Los Angeles, CA March AFB, CA Travis AFB, CA Vandenberg AFB, CA Buckley AFB, CO Colorado Springs, CO Peterson AFB, CO Dover AFB, DE Eglin AFB, FL Hurlburt Field, FL MacDill AFB, FL Patrick AFB, FL Robins AFB, GA Pearl Harbor, HI Mountain Home AFB, ID Scott AFB, IL Barksdale AFB, LA Hanscom AFB, MA Andrews AFB, MD Whiteman AFB, MO Columbus AFB, MS Keesler AFB, MS Malmstrom AFB, MT Grand Forks AFB, ND Minot AFB, ND Offutt AFB, NE McGuire AFB, NJ Cannon AFB, NM Holloman AFB, NM Kirtland AFB, NM Rome, NY Heath, OH Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Altus AFB, OK Tinker AFB, OK Vance AFB, OK Charleston AFB, SC Ellsworth AFB, SD Arnold AFB, TN Dyess AFB, TX Goodfellow AFB, TX Laughlin AFB, TX San Antonio, TX Hill AFB, UT Dahlgren, VA Langley AFB, VA Pentagon, Arlington, VA Fairchild AFB, WA McChord AFB, WA Warren AFB, WY Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Internships Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 12 Job family (Series) * 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences Supervisory status No Security clearance Top Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Trust determination process * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number K-26-DHA-12807107-MDL Control number 846774300 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Students Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution. Recent graduates Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans. Clarification from the agency This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Duties Help * This is a formal AF intern position in the Recent Palace Acquire Program (PAQ) and, as such, it is centrally funded by HQ AFPC/DPZS. GS-07 * Uses prescribed methods to perform specific, and limited work assignments that are normally minor phases of a broader assignment of a higher-grade professional. * Assists in coordinating projects with engineers, biological scientists, physical scientists, and community planners. * Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. GS-09 * Participates in providing environmental biological science support in assigned environmental projects through application of professional knowledge and skill in the biological sciences with emphasis on environmental practices, processes, and techniques. * Responsible for executing assigned routine projects, in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies. * Assists in the development of curricula and training for assigned program areas. * Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment. Requirements Help Conditions of employment * This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection * Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see *********** * Total salary varies depending on location of position * PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations * Recruitment incentives may be authorized * This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Some position may be subject to drug testing * Employee must maintain current certifications * Disclosure of Political Appointments * You will be required to serve a one year probationary period * Some position under this announcement may require either a secret, top secret, or special sensitive clearance Qualifications * The CSA PAQ program requires a degree with overall GPA standing of 2.95 /3.0 or higher. All qualifications must be met prior to August 2026. This must be from an accredited college or university: BASIC REQUIREMENTS for GS-7 and GS-9: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. You may qualify if you meet one of the following: 1. GS-7: You must have completed or will complete a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in the following: a) Grade Point Average 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. 2. GS-9: You must have completed 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree: a) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc. you cannot qualify based on GPA. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional knowledge of the biological sciences (environmental) concepts and principles and standard practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects or minor phases of a larger and more complex project. 2. Knowledge to study environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects (See Environmental Program Checklist). 3. Basic knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices. 4. Ability to search technical reports, manufacturers' catalogs, and other guidelines to obtain information. 5. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member in the design of environmental systems. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ************************************************** Please submit copies of all Transcripts to include Transferred hours - Official copies are not required at time of application. If selected, you will be required to provide official copies of all Transcripts. *NOTE*Degree Audits are not accepted. If you qualify based on undergraduate education and you have not graduated prior to applying to this position. You may be offered a position contingent upon your final grade point average or class ranking. IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. * The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program. * The term "recent graduate" means a person who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than two years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than four years. Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent/term with a full-time/part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. * The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is progressing toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least 1 year of the program. * The term "recent graduate" means a person awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than 2 years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than 4 years. Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications. Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be provided with your application for this Public Notice. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming. * Online Application - Questionnaire * Resume - Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "

Laboratory Scientists Water/Wastewater work involves: performing a variety of standardized chemical tests, physical tests and interpretation of moderately complex microbiological analyses to determine required treatment of potable, industrial, wastewater and sludge samples. Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment. Maintain proper quality control/quality assurance. Works safely and follows City guidelines for safety. Enters data into the LIMS systems; recommends improvements in work procedures, methods and reporting forms. Prepares bacteriological media; performs quality control procedures on media prepared in house and purchased commercially. Adheres to all federal, state and local mandates regarding sample collection, analyses and reporting of data. Prepares and certifies standards and other reagents. Participates in and successfully passes the proficiency testing. May be instrumental participant in a certified microbiological laboratory. Is responsible for sample collection, sample analysis and reporting of compliance data to the EPA/DHH/DEQ. Analyzes waters for the presence of pathogens and other bacteria. Coordinates with Operation's personnel to optimize plant performance. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Maintains job safety standards (personal protection equipment, best laboratory practices, etc.); complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules. Regularly attends required safety, job related and certification training as required. Minimum Qualifications 1). A bachelor's degree in chemistry, microbiology, biology or a closely related field. 2). Facility with form perception to recognize physical and chemical differences in materials and eye-hand coordination. 3). Possess data handling skills, including facility with Microsoft Office or similar programs, generating emails, as well as laboratory information management systems (LIMS). 4). Ability to prepare written reports and perform basic mathematical calculations accurately. 5). Valid State Vehicle Operator's license. 6). Ability to become knowledgeable of quantitative laboratory analysis including legal chain of custody and quality control. Physical Requirements: Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (10-20) pounds). Jobs must be performed with or without accommodations Work Environment: Tasks are performed with risk of exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as temperature and noise extremes, wetness, humidity, toxic/poisonous agents, and strong odors. Requires the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Requires the ability to perceive and discriminate odors. Must be able to communicate orally and perceive and discriminate sounds. Tasks require visual perception and discrimination.

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

2026-2027 Call for Application The Center for Ethics at the Murphy Institute at Tulane University invites applications for three Faculty Fellowships/Visiting Research Professorships for the 2026-2027 academic year. These fellowships are available to support outstanding faculty whose teaching and research focus on ethics; political and social philosophy; moral psychology, agency and responsibility; philosophy of law; political theory; or questions of moral choice in areas such as, but not restricted to, business, government, law, economics, public health and medicine. While fellows will participate in seminars, lectures, and conferences organized by the Murphy Institute, they will be expected to devote most of their time to conducting their research. Center for Ethics Faculty Fellows are appointed as Visiting Research Professors at Tulane University's Murphy Institute, receive a salary of $70,000, and are eligible for faculty benefits, including medical insurance. Faculty Fellows enjoy the use of private faculty offices and receive assistance from the Murphy Institute staff. The Murphy Institute's Center for Ethics offers a vibrant intellectual community, and faculty fellows are encouraged to engage in the diverse scholarly programming supported by The Murphy Institute, including seminars featuring guest speakers, public lectures, and conferences and workshops. We encourage applicants from a broad range of disciplines whose teaching and research focuses on ethics. Applicants must hold a doctorate in philosophy, political theory, law, political economy, economics, public health, or a related discipline at the time of application. Applicants must also hold a full-time college or university appointment at the time of application. Faculty Fellowships are open to full-time faculty at all ranks. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

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

Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment. A research scientist may apply their effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The classification of Research Scientist I is the entry level position in the job hierarchy. * Extensive experience in transcriptome, single-cell sequencing, microbiome and epigenetic analysis * Prior experience in immunology, virology, flow cytometry and basic immunological assays * Strong communication skills both verbal and written * Proficiency with common laboratory equipment and techniques required * Organization and supervisory skills required * Ph.D. or M.D. * A minimum of 4 years of experience in a relevant research area, and evidence of scholarly work (e.g. scientific publications, scientific grant contributions, etc.) * Work experience in an academic environment * More than two years of research experience * Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously * Experience managing research budgets and/or personnel

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

Assists senior lab personnel with animal colony, science experiments, poster preparation and maintenance of inventory of lab supplies such as reagents, pipets and restock supplies. * Knowledge of basic scientific technology Good oral and written communication skills * Ability to manage animal colony * Knowledge of basic laboratory safety requirements * Bachelor's degree and one year of directly related experience

Individual performs experiments in research laboratory to produce research data. Assist Principal Investigator with mouse breeding, experiments, assays and data collection. Perform dissections ,biomedical/biochemical analysis, cell culture, molecular biology techniques. * Solid analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail * Highly proficient skills maintaining mice colonies, time-pairing for embryonic dissections, and genotyping * Proficient in dissection and culture of embryonic mouse tissue, QRT-PCR, western blot, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and cell culture techniques * Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to multi-task, and prioritize work assignments * Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed * Working knowledge of statistical programs * Ability to work pro-actively and independently * Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in molecular biology techniques

The Technician will be responsible for preparation of samples and reagents for experiments, maintenance of lab supplies for specified project work, organization of samples, performing experiments, data analysis and training other lab members in staining techniques. Please include the following with your application: * A complete and detailed CV covering GPA, educational background and your prior work history. * Detailed transcripts relevant to your previous degrees (Both BS and MS if you have MS degree). * If you are or will be eligible to work in the US. * Please provide three (3) references' names and contact information in your CV. Lab Webpage: ****************************** * Ability to follow protocols with precision and accuracy * Knowledge of laboratory safety and regulatory requirements * Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Spreadsheet software for data entry and analysis. * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Bachelor's Degree with 1 year experience * Master's Degree * B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, or Biological Sciences * 3.5 or higher GPA

The Medical Research Technician works with the PI to perform and to develop experimentation related to non-canonical virus-host genomic and transcriptome interactions in viral disease and cancer. The Medical Research Technician may also prepare other laboratory tasks under the direction of the PI and other designated senior research personnel in the laboratory.• Design and perform molecular biology and genomics and transcriptomics experiments (cell transfection, RNA preparations, qPCR, ChIP-seq, HiSeq, Western blot analysis, etc). * Ability to work with rodents in research is a plus. * Ability to search literature and genomics databases. * Exceptional organizational skills and strong oral and written communication skills. * Bachelor's Degree and one year of directly related experience * Experience in laboratory techniques. * Ability to work independently and demonstrate proficient problem-solving skills

The Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine (CSWSPHTM) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join a multidisciplinary team working on a National Academy of Sciences Gulf Research Program-funded project. This project investigates the impacts of several climate change-induced risk factors-such as heat, humidity, tropical storms, and floods-on cardiovascular, respiratory, and mental health outcomes in the Gulf South region of the United States, determines their cumulative effects, and assesses the vulnerabilities to these impacts. The successful candidate will be supervised by Dr. Mostafijur Rahman, Assistant Professor of Environmental Health Sciences. The postdoctoral researcher will actively engage in various scientific activities, including study design, data analysis, manuscript preparation, mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, presenting study findings at conferences, and developing research proposals. Additionally, the candidate will participate in career development activities and will be encouraged to apply for transitional career awards and/or mentored career development awards. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years based on performance. A doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., epidemiology, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, or statistical modeling required. Demonstrated interest in environmental health, with a preference for experience in air pollution or climate change research. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in at least one statistical and/or programming software (e.g., SAS, R, or Python) is required. Experience in exposure modeling and GIS is beneficial but not required.

The Medical Research Specialist will be responsible for performing experiments in the level 2 and level 3 laboratories. The Biocontainment Research Specialist I will be trained by the Lab Manager as well as by the Institutional Department of Biosafety and will work on Risk Group 3 (RG3) agents such as, coxiella burnetii, Bacillus antracis, Brucella abortis, Burkholderia pseudomallei and coronaviruses. Necessary experiments include those involving molecular biology, pathology, immunology and microbiology, in adherence with the Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) in place. The Medical Research Specialist will also be responsible for performing rodent studies and be required to work weekends as needed. The Medical Research Specialist conducts research analysis and prepares reports; manage daily operational functions of the laboratory, maintains experimental records; orders and keeps track of laboratory specimens, supplies and inventory, contributes to publication research and development activities, as well as monitors work performance of lab assistants and student researchers, as assigned. Ensure OSHA, Biosafety and University medical, safety and training requirements are met for the laboratory. This position will require occasional travel between Biocontainment laboratories at TNBRC, Covington and Tulane University's School of Medicine located in New Orleans as needed based on research needs. This position has job duties that require accessing the BSL3 containment areas. There will be additional minimum requirements including some or all of the following: * Must obtain and maintain clearance of a US Department of Justice Security Risk Assessment for access to select biological agents and toxins. * Must pass a medical respiratory physical to wear respiratory protection. * Must participate in and be in compliance with TNBRC drug and alcohol policy. This is necessary at the time of beginning employment and at any time afterwards. Employment is contingent upon successful compliance with this policy at all times. * Will be subject to all State and Federal laws that regulate the use of the TNBRC BSL3 laboratories. * Loss of ability to enter the BSL3 facility for any reason may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination. * Strong verbal and written communications skills. * Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with others. * Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet established deadlines. * Proficient skills in the use of typical biomedical/microbiological laboratory equipment. * Ability to work as part of a team on project(s) related to biomedical research. * Great attention to detail; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. * Ability to work in fast paced environments under strict deadlines. * Bachelor's Degree in biological science * 2 years 'experience in biomedical research or equivalent disciplines * Master's Degree * Knowledge of BSL2 and/or BSL3 bio-containment principles and protocols, both for animal and laboratory space. * Experience with non-human primate experiment and rodent handling

Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The classification of Research Scientist I is the entry level position in the job hierarchy.• Technical skills and competencies to maintain research equipment, specifically a confocal microscope, mass spectrometers, and an x-ray photoelectron spectrometer * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills that will enable the successful candidate to train graduate and undergraduate students on the above-mentioned research equipment * Ability to work with instrumentation companies to troubleshoot instruments as needed * Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team * Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously * Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision * Terminal Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.V.M.,etc.): Ph.D. * Work experience in an academic environment.

Research Scientists I are individuals holding a PhD or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling the Surgical Oncology & Endocrinology research program through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, fellows, graduate students, staff and other collaborators. The Research Scientist I will be responsible for leading and facilitating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) research projects for the Division. This role will oversee research projects, publications, and ensure compliance with federal and institutional requirements. The primary responsibility of the Research Scientist I will be to execute AI- and ML-driven studies, write manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals, and collaborate with clinical teams to integrate AI/ML solutions in the Division. The position may also involve cross-functional collaboration with data scientists, clinicians, and bioinformatics to enhance projects and to facilitate execution of research goals. * In-depth understanding of AI/ML technologies and hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks. * Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and AI/ML tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). * Ability to design, train, and optimize ML models for clinical and research applications. * Ability to apply advanced AI/ML methodologies to solve complex clinical problems and interpret large datasets. * Strong skills in scientific manuscript preparation and familiarity with the peer-reviewed publication process. * Ability to manage multiple AI/ML research projects simultaneously and ensure timely completion of goals. * PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or a related field with a focus on AI and ML applications in healthcare. * Prior experience in AI/ML research within a medical or clinical setting * Familiarity with regulatory aspects of clinical trials and IRB processes. * Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) and its applications in healthcare.

The position oversees all operations of the institutional Transgenic Core Facility, providing essential expertise and services for the creation, maintenance, and characterization of transgenic and gene-edited animal models, primarily mice. This role involves advanced technical execution of procedures such as pronuclear microinjection, CRISPR-mediated gene editing, embryo transfer, and cryopreservation. The position trains staff and consults with researchers, ensures compliance with all animal welfare regulations, and maintains high standards of genetic integrity and animal health within the core, directly enabling cutting-edge research.• Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research. * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels internal and external to the organization. * Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team. * Ability to keyboard and utilize various standardized word processing, spreadsheet preparation, and presentation software. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. * Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision. * Terminal Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.V.M., etc.) * A minimum of 5 years of research experience in a relevant field (or area) post terminal degree completion. * Work experience in an academic environment. * More than 5 years' professional research work experience.

Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D. or equivalent Terminal Degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. • Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research. * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels internal and external to the organization. * Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team. * Ability to keyboard and utilize various standardized word processing, spreadsheet preparation, and presentation software. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. * Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision. * Terminal Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.V.M., etc.) * A minimum of 5 years of research experience in a relevant field (or area) post terminal degree completion. * Work experience in an academic environment. * More than 5 years' professional research work experience.

A Medical Research Specialist position is available at the Brain Institute of Tulane University to work on the newly funded NIH Project Program Grant (P01) "Estrogens, Cardiometabolic Health, and Female Cognitive Aging". This position will support the Cardiometabolic Core at the Tulane School of Medicine as well as the Uptown Campus. The broad goal of the research is to determine the impact of cardiometabolic status on the ability of exogenously administered estrogens to benefit the brain and cognition in an aging female rodent model. The research is at the intersection of neuroscience, cardiometabolic function, and women's health. Duties include rodent handling, procedures, and surgeries including measurement of blood pressure, blood glucose, glucose tolerance tests, and body composition; assuring adherence to IACUC protocols; scheduling of core services between multiple laboratories; data organization and analysis; laboratory management including maintenance of inventory, records, and equipment; and other duties as assigned. • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed. * Ability to effectively perform procedures in rodents. * Strong computer skills, including an advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, and GraphPad Prism software applications. * Solid analytical skills and attention to detail. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent organizational skills. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments. * Ability to maintain rigor and transparency in all work performed. * Ability to independently work on research assignments. * Bachelor's Degree. * Three years of directly related experience, including working with rodents.