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  • Principal Scientist (Residual Impurities)

    MacRogenics, Inc. 4.8company rating

    Research scientist job in Rockville, MD

    Job Category: Development Apply now Posted : November 5, 2025 Full-Time On-site Headquarters 9704 Medical Center Dr Rockville, MD 20850, USA MacroGenics is a leader in the discovery and development of innovative medicines that utilize our next generation antibody-based technologies. Our team of350+ dedicated individuals is advancing a pipeline of product candidates to treat patients with cancer. Our products and platforms have attracted multiple partnerships with leading pharmaceuticaland biotechnologycompanies around the globe. The Company considers its employees to be its most valuable asset and we are committed to providing opportunities for individuals to learn and grow as a means to further their professional development. MacroGenics' corporate culture promotes an atmosphere of innovation, open communication and teamwork where employees can see firsthand how they contribute to the success of the organization. Summary of Position The Principal Scientist is a technical and strategic leader responsible for method development, qualification, transfer, and lifecycle management of residual impurity assays for biopharmaceutical products including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), bispecifics, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). This individual thrives in a cross-functional, fast-paced, and collaborative environment, applying strong troubleshooting ability, scientific rigor, and a results-driven mindset to support programs from early development through commercialization. The role demands high accountability, proactive planning, and timely execution of deliverables. The Principal Scientist will supervise and mentor team members while serving as a subject matter expert in residual impurity testing across Biopharmaceutical Development (BPD) and CMC teams. Responsibilities and Job Duties: Lead the development of fit-for-purpose and robust residual impurity assays (e.g., HCP, DNA, Protein, Enzyme, Surfactant etc.) to support biologic product development and release. Provide technical leadership and hands‑on troubleshooting for analytical methods and instrumentation to resolve issues efficiently and maintain method robustness. Own and drive method lifecycle activities including development, qualification, transfer to QC, and support method validation aligned with ICH and regulatory expectations. Ensure on‑time delivery of analytical method development and testing support for process development, process characterization, analytical comparability, and CQA assessment efforts. Manage project timelines for impurity analysis and proactively communicate risks, progress, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders. Collaborate with CMC teams and Regulatory Affairs to develop residual impurity control strategies, specifications, and regulatory submissions. Manage vendor activities and oversee outsourced work including critical reagents, HCP coverage analysis, and CRO support. Lead implementation of new technologies and data‑driven approaches to improve throughput and sensitivity of impurity assays. Author and/or review SOPs, technical protocols and reports, and regulatory filings. Foster a high‑performance culture by coaching and mentoring scientists, promoting scientific excellence, accountability, and ownership. Present findings and strategies at internal cross‑functional meetings, technical forums, and external conferences. Participate in industry consortia on relevant topics and align internal strategies with industry practice. Qualifications Education & Experience Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline with 6+ years of related industry experience, including 5+ years on residual impurity method development; or Master's degree with 12+ years of related industry experience; or Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of related industry experience 2+ years of people management experience with demonstrated ability to coach, develop and motivate high‑performing teams Prior experience in preparing analytical sections of IND, BLA and regulatory responses. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Deep knowledge of residual impurity assay development (e.g. ELISA for residual protein, qPCR for DNA) Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, with a systematic, data‑driven approach to resolving technical challenges Strong sense of accountability and ownership; consistently delivers to project goals and regulatory milestones Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment Skilled in stakeholder management, with clear, proactive, and collaborative communication style Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail in documentation and data review Experience mentoring and developing scientific staff; promotes open communication and teamwork Solid understanding of CMC strategy, regulatory expectations, and phase appropriate analytical requirements Strong track record of independent troubleshooting, root cause investigation, and method remediation for impurity assays Proven success in delivering high‑quality results on time, even under changing priorities and compressed timelines. Demonstrated leadership and influence in cross‑functional matrix environments Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with potency assays, physiochemical assays and other characterization assays Knowledge in novel techniques on detecting and analyzing residual impurities Strong publication record and external scientific presence Experience in fostering partnership with clients through CDMO service Supervisory Responsibilities Yes. This role may supervise Associate Scientist and/or Scientist Additional Information The annual rate of pay for this position ranges from $129,500 - $197,500. For non‑exempt roles, and according to applicable regulations, there may be the possibility for overtime pay. This role is eligible for the Company's discretionary bonus and discretionary equity incentives. Eligible employees may participate in the Company's benefits programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, 401(k) plan with employer match, access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, (ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, and disability benefits. The annual pay rate range is described in good faith, and the Company believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting depending on the candidate's experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and this range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. Statement MacroGenics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email ******************** or call ************** and/or 711 for TTD/TTY service. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 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. We do not accept non‑solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $129.5k-197.5k yearly 22h ago
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  • Cell Culture Scientist

    Astrix 4.1company rating

    Research scientist job in Bethesda, MD

    Manufactures cell and gene therapies for phase I and II clinical trials; (2) processes hematopoietic stem cell grafts for transplantation; (3) develops new cell therapies; (4) performs in-process and lot release testing of cell and gene therapies; (5) develops new assays to test cell and gene therapies; and (6) prepares chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) documents for investigational new drugs (IND) and summary data for annual reports to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). ROLES / RESPONSIBILITES Build and optimize a robust cGMP compliant platform for generation, expansion and cryopreservation of autologous induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from peripheral blood derived CD34+ cells. Differentiate iPSCs to retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE) to develop an iRPE patch for a phase I clinical trial to treat "dry" age related macular degeneration. Update and validate SOPs related to CD34 expansion, iPSC culturing, and RPE differentiation Manage a day to day operation of GMP facility Maintain iPSC colonies and freeze their early passages. GMP and aseptic culturing of iPCSs and differentiation of patient iPSCs into Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) and maintenance of those RPE cultures. This work will include: Preparing media, supplements, and reagents needed cell culture work. Maintaining the cell culture room biosafety level 2 standards and maintaining aseptic conditions in cell culture flow hoods, incubators, and prepare sterile tools needed for work with cell cultures. The cell culture maintenance work will require working for short periods of times on the weekends and some holidays. Work to characterize the iPSC colonies for their pluripotency. This will require: Immunostaining of iPSCs, preparing RNA and cDNA from iPSCs, and Performing qRT-PCR assays. Additionally they will perform three germ layer assay based functional characterization of iPSCs. This work will also include any cell types that act as control for his iPSC work. Prepare regulatory documents for FDA and technology transfer Coordinate transfer of lab-technology to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP suite) Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with the Contract Research Organization (CRO) in relation to the cell therapy project. DESIRED BACKGROUND · Prior cell culture experience is required · Prior experience working in a cGMP environment is required
    $71k-105k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Principal Associate, Data Scientist - LLM Customization Team

    Capital One National Association 4.7company rating

    Research scientist job in McLean, VA

    Data is at the center of everything we do. As a startup, we disrupted the credit card industry by individually personalizing every credit card offer using statistical modeling and relational database, cutting edge technology in 1988! Fast-forward a few years, and this little innovation and our passion for data has skyrocketed us to a Fortune 200 company and a leader in the world of data‑driven decision‑making. As a Data Scientist at Capital One, you'll be part of a team that's leading the next wave of disruption at a whole new scale, using the latest in computing and machine learning technologies and operating across billions of customer records to unlock the big opportunities that help everyday people save money, time and agony in their financial lives. Team Description The LLM Customization team is on the cutting edge of GenAI and at the center of bringing our vision for AI at Capital One to life. The work of the AI Training Team touches every aspect of the model development life cycle and our deployed models in production drive business impact with visibility from our C‑Suite. Our team creates unprecedented amounts of high quality data for training and testing GenAI models; we care about how it's created, what's in those datasets, and the impact they have We are invested in building capabilities for evaluating and monitoring generative models; these methods must be state of the art, easy to use, and trusted by our users and contributors Horizontal capabilities enable vertical use case work; the team builds search, summarization, RAG, and agentic workflows for integration in production applications across the company We learn from our colleagues, attend conferences, publish papers, and maintain strong connections to the research community. In this role, you will: Partner with a cross‑functional team of data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers and product managers to deliver AI powered products that change how customers interact with their money. Leverage a broad stack of technologies - Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, Hugging Face, LangChain, Lightning, VectorDBs, and more - to reveal the insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data. Be the expert in Natural Language Processing (NLP) to harness the power of Large Language Models (LLMs), adapt and finetune them for customer facing applications and features. Build machine learning and NLP models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, and validation; partnering with engineering teams to operationalize them in scalable and resilient production systems that serve 80+ million customers. Flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals. The Ideal Candidate is: Customer first. You love the process of analyzing and creating, but also share our passion to do the right thing. You know at the end of the day it's about making the right decision for our customers. Innovative. You continually research and evaluate emerging technologies. You stay current on published state‑of‑the‑art methods, technologies, and applications and seek out opportunities to apply them. Creative. You thrive on bringing definition to big, undefined problems. You love asking questions and pushing hard to find answers. You're not afraid to share a new idea. A leader. You challenge conventional thinking and work with stakeholders to identify and improve the status quo. You're passionate about talent development for your own team and beyond. Technical. You're comfortable with advanced ML and DL technologies including language models and are passionate about developing further. You have hands‑on experience working with LLMs and solutions using open‑source tools and cloud computing platforms. Influential. You are passionate about AI/ML and can bring along a cross functional team in breakthrough innovations. You communicate clearly and effectively to share your findings with non‑technical audiences. You are experienced in training language models or large computer vision models as well as have expertise in one or more key subdomains such as training optimization, self‑supervised learning, explainability, RLHF. You have an engineering mindset as shown by a track record of delivering models at scale both in training data and inference volumes. You have experience in delivering libraries, platforms, or solution level code to existing products. Basic Qualifications Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining one of the following with an expectation that the required degree will be obtained on or before the scheduled start date: A Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) plus 5 years of experience performing data analytics A Master's Degree in a quantitative field or an MBA with a quantitative concentration plus 3 years of experience performing data analytics A PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) plus 3 years of experience in data analytics, or PhD in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) At least 1 year of experience working with AWS At least 3 years' experience in Python, Scala, or R At least 3 years' experience with machine learning At least 3 years' experience with SQL Capital One will consider sponsoring a qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position. The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part‑time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. McLean, VA: $158,600 - $181,000 for Principal Associate, Data Science New York, NY: $173,000 - $197,400 for Principal Associate, Data Science San Jose, CA: $173,000 - $197,400 for Principal Associate, Data Science Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter. This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901‑4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations concerning criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1‑************ or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to **********************. Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third‑party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $173k-197.4k yearly 3d ago
  • Principal Research Scientist - AI & Machine Learning

    Novateur Research Solutions

    Research scientist job in Ashburn, VA

    Novateur stands for Innovation. We value creativity, vision, collaboration, and above all, ambition to innovate. Novateur Research Solutions is an R&D firm located in Northern Virginia, developing intelligent systems that push the boundaries of computer vision, AI, and large-scale learning. We are hiring a Principal Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge programs in AI, computer vision, and intelligent systems. This role offers leadership opportunities to define new research directions and shape next-generation technologies. Responsibilities: • Serve as PI or co-PI on government-funded R&D programs. • Conceive, design, and oversee research in learning systems, spatiotemporal modeling, and geo-localization. • Publish, present, and contribute thought leadership to the AI community. • Mentor research staff and guide proposal development. Requirements: • PhD with 7+ years of research experience. • Demonstrated leadership in ML, vision, or scientific computing. • Record of funding, publications, and technical impact. • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Preferred: • Experience with multimodal learning, uncertainty quantification, or causal inference. Why Novateur? Join a team that values creativity and initiative. At Novateur, you'll lead transformative projects that redefine what's possible in intelligent systems. Company Benefits: Novateur offers competitive pay and benefits comparable to Fortune 500 companies that include a wide choice of healthcare options with generous company subsidy, 401(k) with generous employer match, paid holidays and paid time off increasing with tenure, and company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a work environment which fosters individual thinking along with collaboration opportunities within and beyond Novateur. In return, we expect a high level of performance and passion to deliver enduring results for our clients.
    $86k-125k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Chief Scientist - Earth Science Modeling

    National Science Teachers Association 4.0company rating

    Research scientist job in Silver Spring, MD

    ERT is seeking a Chief Scientist with experience in meteorology or atmospheric sciences, or other earth sciences to support tasks at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC). The primary objective will be to enhance the research-to-operations-to-research pipeline for the weather forecasting community with the goal of improving the overall accuracy and reliability of US National Weather Service weather models. All research and development will be guided by the NOAA open‑source science principles. Required Skills 15+ years of experience in position of increasing responsibility and leadership in the field of climate or earth systems science, weather modeling and forecasting, or a closely related discipline. Facility with the computational and technical operational components of handling and using earth systems data for large-scale forecasting. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility. Education MS degree in atmospheric science, earth science or closely related discipline. PhD preferred. Location This position supports work at NOAA's Silver Spring, MD facility with some telework permitted. Compensation The salary range for this role is $46,000 - 221,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including the location, scope, and associated responsibilities of the specific position, as well as a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Benefits All full‑time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes: Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company‑matching 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Employee assistance program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Professional Membership Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Competitive compensation plan Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $46k-221k yearly 2d ago
  • Lead Quantitative Social Scientist

    LMI Consulting, LLC 3.9company rating

    Research scientist job in Tysons Corner, VA

    Job ID 2025-13460 # of Openings 1 Category Data/Analytics Benefit Type Salaried High Fringe/Full-Time We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Quantitative Social Scientist to oversee and conduct two comprehensive, independent assessments for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The successful candidate will lead data and methodology analysis for mental health care and suicide prevention programs, as mandated by the Clay Hunt Act and Hannon Act. The role will primarily focus on analyzing program effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, and veteran satisfaction to ensure compliance with Congressional requirements and delivering impactful insights for VA to use in its mission to prevent veteran suicides through a comprehensive public health approach. LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed. Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Lead Data Analysis: Utilize data provided by VA's Office of Mental Health (OMH) and Office of Suicide Prevention (OSP) to answer program evaluation and assessment questions, including but not limited to: Veterans Outcome Assessment (VOA):Annual assessments on symptoms, functioning, well-being, and experience of care from veterans starting a new mental health outpatient program, reassessed after three months. Satisfaction Surveys:Data from veterans on their satisfaction with VA and non-VA mental health care and experiences of care. Clinical Templates:Data from national templates such as evidence-based psychotherapies, records of suicide and overdose events, intensity levels for community-based care, and services provided during treatment. Performance Measures:Facility-level data from Strategic Analytics for Improvement and Learning measures and other measures within the Mental Health Information System, a collection of over 100 measures characterizing mental health treatment in the VA. NEPEC Data:Data collected by the Northeastern Program Evaluation Center or other VA program evaluation centers for program monitoring and evaluation purposes. Examine and analyze data across differences in target conditions, care intensity, medical and mental health comorbidities, demographics, and sex differences. Identify and address gaps in data quality and integrity, cleanse and manipulate data as necessary to ensure valid, reliable analysis. Review and validate analytical data sets to ensure they meet statistical validity and quality standards. Communicate any identified data inaccuracies or deficiencies to the VA and assist in determining additional data collection needs to address gaps. Program Evaluation: Independently evaluate mental health care and suicide prevention programs to measure effectiveness in achieving outcomes. Perform comparative analyses using internal (intra-Veteran) and external (inter-Veteran) data. Conduct sub-group analyses to determine relative effectiveness for specific veteran cohorts and identify service gaps. Develop predictive models to forecast program outcomes and identify key factors influencing success. Methodology Development: Develop evaluation plans incorporating human-centered design principles to understand user needs. Employ the CDC's Program Evaluation Framework and propose innovative statistical methods as necessary. Reassess business rules, cost estimates, and outcome measures for program evaluations. Reporting: Prepare annual evaluation reports, Congressionally Mandated Reports (CMR), and other supporting materials for the Clay Hunt Act and Staff Sergent Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grants Program (SSG Fox SPGP). Propose best practices for mental health care and suicide prevention and document key barriers and facilitators to implementation. Ensure timely submission of deliverables with accurate and comprehensive analysis. Create advanced visualizations and dashboards using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or custom scripts to communicate complex data effectively. Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with VA program leads, stakeholders, and external partners for data acquisition, methodology vetting, and program insights. Conduct interviews and transition meetings as part of the discovery phase. Data Analyst Oversight: Supervise and provide direction to 1-2 Data Analysts, ensuring that analysis activities align with project requirements and objectives. Guide Data Analysts on appropriate methodologies to use for various analyses. Review and validate the work of Data Analysts to ensure accuracy and integrity. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Data Analysts, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Political Science, Quantitative Methods, Public Policy, Psychology, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in applied data science, program evaluation, and analytics. Proven track record in leading data science projects, especially in the federal space. Extensive experience with statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, experiential design, data management, and evaluating large-scale programs. Expertise in Python, R, SQL, and statistical analysis software (e.g., SAS, SPSS). Proficiency in deep learning, Bayesian models, and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar for creating reports and dashboards. Strong background in quantitative deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch. Experience in data cleansing and manipulation to ensure data usability and integrity. Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on client needs and federal compliance. Excellent communication and presentation abilities to effectively convey complex data insights to various audiences. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to identify data quality issues, communicate gaps, and recommend additional data collection requirements. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with various stakeholders and team members. Demonstrated ability to generate actionable insights through in-depth analysis and translate findings into clear, concise, and impactful reports. Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination. Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Political Science, Quantitative Methods, Public Policy, Psychology, or a related field. Demonstrated experience evaluating Mental Health and Suicide Prevention programs. Understanding of VA evaluation frameworks and regulatory requirements. Experience working with federal contracts, especially within the Department of Veterans Affairs. Previous experience conducting independent assessments and drafting Congressionally Mandated Reports. Target salary range: $114,000 - $190,045 Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications. LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 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    $114k-190k yearly 2d ago
  • Assistant Research Scientist (PREP0004003)

    Johns Hopkins University 4.4company rating

    Research scientist job in Gaithersburg, MD

    General Description PREP Research Associate This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, thus requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program requires staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas. Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration. Research Title: Research Engineering Technician - Materials and Structural Systems Division, Engineering Laboratory, NIST The work will entail: Provides essential technical support to various research projects conducted within the Division's laboratories by utilizing advanced precision research apparatuses and sophisticated measurement devices, in close collaboration with scientists and engineers. Contributes technical expertise to the development, evaluation, and refinement of research plans and experimental testing procedures, focused on advancing the understanding and measurement of material properties and material degradation mechanisms over time when exposed to environmental stressors including UV, temperature and RH. Oversees the coordination of technical teams by organizing and delegating complex experimental tasks, providing guidance to technicians, and ensuring the successful execution of research projects with a focus on material properties and degradation. Work impacts the reliability and accuracy of experimental data, providing critical support to scientific and engineering studies, contributing to advancements in materials degradation, informing decision-making, research publications, and the development of innovative measurement techniques and systems for service life prediction of materials. Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: - Ensuring that analytical lab equipment is operating optimally, and performing troubleshooting as needed. Performing regular, extensive Preventive Maintenance on LECO Carbon-Sulfur Analyzer (Model CS744) to ensure availability, accuracy, and precision per manufacturer specifications. Performing regular configuration changes, alignment, calibration, and performance checks for Cary 5000 UV/Vis spectrophotometer. - Planning and conducting inspections, including calibrations, of existing and new equipment to ensure operability during testing phase. - Collaborating with researchers to develop effective schedules and plans so that measurements/fabrications are conceived and conducted effectively. This includes in person meetings, detailed email communications, preparation of power point presentations tailored to be delivered to other groups within the Division and external stakeholders. - Oversees the coordination of technical teams by organizing and delegating complex experimental tasks, providing guidance to other technicians, and ensuring the successful execution of experimental research projects related to pyrrhotite quantification in concrete aggregates, long-term performance of polymeric components of photovoltaic systems, and innovations in accelerated UV aging using Simulated Photodegradation via High-Energy Radiant Exposure. - Collecting data and refining specific project designs in a manner consistent with the project's needs and performing data analysis on collected data to ensure adherence to existing standards or for the development of new standards on materials and structural performance. - Conducting administrative tasks (such as procurements, service agreements, repairs) to effectively maintain laboratory operations. This includes in depth market research to acquire new laboratory equipment, establishing the technical specifications a product must meet to accurately define and identify it. - Communicate research results to industry, including authoring or co-authoring technical papers and preparation and presentation of research posters at academic conferences and industry workshops. - Identifying and pursuing training opportunities to enhance proficiency in supporting the technical work associated with the Division's projects. This includes actively seeking out professional development programs, certifications, workshops, and hands-on training sessions that align with the division's technical objectives. - Systematically identifying risks, hazards and/or unsafe situations or practices and contribute to hazard identification and risk assessment system responsibilities relevant to the job. Develop comprehensive hazard reviews (HR) and job hazard analysis (JHA) documents to proactively identify, evaluate, and address potential safety risks associated with laboratory activities. This process includes assessing tasks, equipment, and procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, while implementing effective controls to mitigate risks. Qualifications * A Master's degree in Chemistry or a related Engineering field. * 5+ years of relevant experience. * Advanced knowledge of conducting quantitative laboratory weathering experiments using Simulated Photodegradation via High-Energy Radiant Exposure. * Advanced knowledge of degradation mechanisms of polymeric photovoltaic backsheet utilizing non-destructive chemical, optical, and microscopic techniques, including: attenuated total reflectance Fourier-transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, micro-ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, ultraviolet/visible (UV/Vis) spectroscopy, confocal microscopy, and color and gloss measurement. * Experienced in using software like Python, LabTalk and Origin for experimental automation and FTIR data analysis, including spectral deconvolution. * Experienced in test equipment design, troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment, and computer automation of experiments * Ability to safely operate power tools, forklifts, and overhead cranes, as well as maintenance of analytical instruments and systems to support laboratory operations. * Additional skills in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, for data analysis and reporting. * Strong oral and written communication skills. Application Instructions Please upload the following with your application: - CV/Resume *Please limit C.V to 3 pages only and ONLY include a valid email address for your contact info. Your resume will not be considered if the following information is included on your CV/resume. - Self portraits - Phone number - Home address/Country - Citizenship status - Languages spoken Sex/Gender Privacy Act Statement Authority: 15 U.S.C. * 278g-1(e)(1) and (e)(3) and 15 U.S.C. * 272(b) and (c) Purpose: The National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) hosts the Professional Research Experience Program (PREP)which isdesigned to provide valuable laboratory experience and financial assistance to undergraduates, post-bachelor's degree holders, graduate students, master's degree holders, postdocs, and faculty. PREPis a 5-year cooperative agreement between NIST laboratories and participating PREP Universities to establish a collaborative research relationship between NIST and U.S. institutions of higher education in the following disciplines including (but may not be limited to) biochemistry, biological sciences, chemistry, computer science, engineering, electronics, materials science, mathematics, nanoscale science, neutron science, physical science, physics, and statistics. This collection of information is needed to facilitate administrative functions of the PREP Program. Routine Uses: NIST will use the information collected to perform the requisite reviews of the applications to determine eligibility, and to meet programmatic requirements. Disclosure of this information is also subject to all the published routine uses as identified in the Privacy Act System of Records Notices: NIST-1: NIST Associates. Disclosure: Furnishing this information is voluntary. When you submit the form, you are indicating your voluntary consent for NIST to use of the information you submit for the purpose stated. To apply for this position, visit: apply.interfolio.com/180161 Salary Range The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. Total Rewards Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: benefits-worklife/. Equal Opportunity Employer The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program involved. Pre-Employment Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at [emailprotected]. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check including education verification. EEO is the Law: Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/. The following additional vaccine requirements may apply, depending upon your campus. Please contact the hiring department for more information. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
    $47k-67k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Policy and Research Fellow

    ECMC Group 4.4company rating

    Research scientist job in Washington, DC

    ECMC Foundation is a nationally focused foundation whose mission is to improve higher education for career success among underserved populations through evidence-based innovation. It is one of several affiliates under the ECMC Group enterprise based in Minneapolis. ECMC Foundation makes investments to remove barriers to postsecondary completion; build the capacity of organizations, institutions and systems; and transform the postsecondary ecosystem using a spectrum of funding structures, including strategic grantmaking and program-related investments, to support both nonprofit and for-profit ventures. Job Summary The Fellow will play a vital role in advancing the Foundation's North Star to eliminate gaps in postsecondary credential completion and expand economic and social mobility for underserved learners. This role is ideal for a policy-minded researcher or early-career professional interested in higher education systems, data-informed decision-making, and philanthropic impact. The Fellow will track state and federal policy developments, analyze education policy trends, design and execute research projects, and translate findings into actionable insights for internal teams and partners in the postsecondary education field. At their supervisors' discretion, the Fellow will co-develop special, time-bound projects that align with these specified tasks. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience at the intersection of policy, research, and philanthropy, working collaboratively across teams to inform strategy and amplify the Foundation's learning and impact. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support the Foundation's implementation of a digital platformtotrackand integratestate and federalpolicyopportunitiesinto the Foundation'sgrantmakingstrategy. Analyze and synthesizeproposed and enacted policychanges to assess implications for students, institutions, systems, and ECMC Foundation's grantmaking strategy. Design, conduct, and interpret qualitative and quantitative research aligned with the Foundation's strategic framework. Work with large federal, state, and institutional datasets (e.g., IPEDS, NSC, Census, State Longitudinal Datasets) to support analysis of postsecondary access, persistence, and completion trends. Prepare data visualizations and write summaries that communicate findings clearly and persuasively to non-technical audiences. Support the design and facilitation ofteammeetings,learning sessions, and convenings, including producing invitations,pre-reads, briefings, and other materials that inform strategic discussions with internal and external stakeholders. Participate in Foundation-wide meetings by presenting, translating, and synthesizing learnings from Policy and Research team activities. Contribute to the effectuation of meeting follow-up items including pursuing additional insights regarding emergent questions and exploratory lines of research that might also inform strategic priorities. Translate complex research and policy findings into concise memos, reports, and presentations for diverse audiences. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and actively pursuing a master's degree or a doctorate in higher education, public policy, economics, sociology, or a related field. 2+ years of professional experience in policy research, education administration, or government/policy roles. Strong research and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to collect, interpret, and visualize data. Experience working with data tools or analytic software (e.g., Excel, R, Stata, Tableau, ArcGIS, Dedoose, NVivo, Atlas.TI). Familiarity with federal and state policy processes (gained through higher education or another sector or focal issue, e.g., early childcare development, K12, healthcare, community development), postsecondary systems, and student success frameworks. Familiarity with scholarly research repositories. Demonstrated project management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative environment under competing priorities. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across teams and stakeholder groups. Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences. Professional Development ECMCFoundation is committed to cultivating the professional growth of all team members. The Fellow will have access to a range of learning and mentoring opportunities designed to deepen knowledge, expand networks, and build long-term career capacity in higher education policy, research,and philanthropy. During the fellowship, the selected candidate will: Participate in structured mentorship with ECMC Foundation's senior leadership and Policy and Research team members. Attend internal learning sessions, strategy meetings, and external convenings to gain insight into philanthropic grantmaking, policy engagement, and systems change work. Receive ongoing feedback and coaching focused on leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Have opportunities torepresentthe Foundation in professional settings, including policy briefings, research forums, or cross-sector collaborations. Gain exposure to a national network of policy and researchexperts, foundation professionals, and education stakeholders. ECMC Foundation may choose to conduct reference checks as part of the hiring process. The hourly rate for this Fellow position is $35.00 per hour for graduate students. Fellows are expected to work 20-28 hours weekly throughout the duration of the fellowship program, which is targeted to be a one-year commitment. Please note this position is not eligible for benefits. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    $35 hourly 1d ago
  • Support Scientist IV

    STC 4.0company rating

    Research scientist job in Greenbelt, MD

    About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology. Employment Category: Full-Time Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site with global collaborations Travel: Frequent (domestic & international field missions, scientific meetings) Security Clearance: None Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship Salary: $130K - $175K Job Description: The Support Scientist IV will serve as a senior researcher under the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC, leading major research efforts in atmospheric science. This includes computational modeling, instrument development, and analysis of large satellite datasets. The role requires collaboration with scientists across institutions and management of junior researchers. ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery. Key Responsibilities Include: Plan and direct scientific research tasks in atmospheric science. Lead development of computational models and instrumentation concepts. Publish extensively and represent NASA at international conferences. Mentor and oversee other scientists within project teams. Benefits: Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability Flexible spending account Health savings account Tuition reimbursement Requirements 10+ years of scientific research experience. 5+ years of leadership in scientific project management. Strong background in atmospheric science with proven publication record. Advanced programming expertise (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python). Education: Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus ten years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.
    $130k-175k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Principal Research Associate - Mathematics Instruction

    Westat 4.6company rating

    Research scientist job in Bethesda, MD

    Westat is a leader in research, data collection and analysis, technical assistance, evaluation, and communications. Our evidence-based findings help clients in government and the private sector accelerate advancements in health, education, transportation, and social and economic policy. Our dedication to improving lives through research and our approach to projects grounded in investigative curiosity, statistical and data rigor, adaptive methods, and advanced technology are why clients find exceptional value in our work. Westat is seeking a Principal Research Associate to join our Education Studies Practice, supporting our Comprehensive Center teams. This role is designed for a nationally recognized expert in mathematics instruction and instructional leadership who will lead strategic technical assistance (TA) initiatives, shape national discourse, and build the instructional capacity of state and local educators to improve student outcomes in mathematics. The role also leads and substantively supports research/evaluation projects, as well as business development. We value curiosity, innovation, and system-level thinking to contribute to projects that drive improved outcomes for our clients and ourselves internally. This role is based out of Bethesda, Maryland and will be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement requiring 1-2 days onsite each week. This position offers flexibility to work from our Bethesda, Raleigh, or Austin offices. **Job Responsibilities:** + Lead strategic, multi-level technical assistance initiatives, applying implementation science in mathematics instruction, setting vision, and aligning efforts with federal and state policy goals. + Design and implement evidence-based instructional capacity-building efforts, including professional learning, coaching, and curriculum support. + Oversee needs assessments, advise on system-level diagnostics, and evaluate fidelity and impact of TA delivery across sites and states. + Ensure quality control of all project deliverables, monitor subcontractor performance, and implement data governance frameworks. + Serve as a thought leader by shaping national discourse, mentoring staff, and contributing to publications and presentations. + Cultivate high-trust relationships with SEA/LEA leaders, negotiate multi-year TA agreements, and represent projects in strategic communications. + Lead and mentor project teams, foster collaboration, and develop staff capacity in technical assistance and instructional leadership. + Support project management and contribute to business development efforts. + Oversees and supports staff by providing supervision, performance monitoring, and developmental guidance through mentoring and training, fostering a culture of continuous growth and professional excellence. **Basic Qualifications:** + PhD with 5+ years postdoctoral experience, or MA/MS with 8+ years, or BA/BS with 15+ years of relevant experience. + Deep expertise in mathematics instruction and instructional leadership. + Proven success in designing and delivering professional learning and coaching for educators. + Experience building the capacity of SEA/LEA leaders to improve instructional practices. + Demonstrated ability to lead strategic TA initiatives and align them with policy priorities. + Strong track record of thought leadership and dissemination. + Proven ability to form and maintain trusting professional relationships while driving results. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience working in a school district or state education agency in an instructional leadership role. + Demonstrated success designing and delivering professional learning for educators. + Experience conducting research or evaluation. + Experience managing large-scale TA budgets and ensuring compliance. Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in: + Employee Stock Ownership Plan + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Paid Parental Leave + Vacation Leave (20 days per year) + Sick Leave (9 days per year) + Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays per year) + Professional Development + Health Advocate + Employee Assistance Program + Travel Accident Insurance + Medical Insurance + Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance + Short Term Disability Insurance + Long Term Disability Insurance + Life and AD&D Insurance + Critical Illness Insurance + Supplemental Life Insurance + Flexible Spending Account + Health Savings Account Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history. Any background screening results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment based on the individual's specific record and the duties and requirements of the position. This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. \#LI-WST1 **Job ID:** 29132BR **Career Area:** Research **Pay Range:** The anticipated salary range for this role is $133,00 to $165,000 commensurate with experience. **Bonus Eligibility:** yes
    $165k yearly 16d ago
  • Applied AI Health Scientist (ARPA-H)

    Ripple Effect 3.9company rating

    Research scientist job in Washington, DC

    General Information Job Code: SHR-BI-05T Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular Telework: Ad hoc as determined by client Salary Range: $129,985.76 - $149,483.62 per year (how we pay and promote) Citizenship: U.S. Citizen as required by client Position Overview Are you passionate about managing information to drive innovation and impact? As a Applied AI Health Scientist supporting our client, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success. This is a Science and Engineering and Technical Advisor (SETA) role in the Proactive Health Mission Office at the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) responsible for providing expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning to support a program advancing AI diagnostics for rare diseases. Successful candidates have the ability to critically assess technical approaches, advise program leadership, and ensure that funded performers and partners are meeting the highest standards of rigor, reproducibility, and real-world applicability. You will contribute expertise across the full lifecycle of AI system development: data aggregation and curation, model training and benchmarking, and deployment/validation in real-world clinical settings. Primary Responsibilities While not an exhaustive list, the key duties for the position include: Review and evaluate AI/ML technical proposals and deliverables from external teams. Provide guidance on model development, training methods, and validation strategies. Advise on integration of multimodal health data (EHR, imaging, genomic, and patient-reported). Assess alignment of model architectures and approaches with program goals and clinical use cases. Evaluate benchmarking results and provide feedback on methodological soundness. Advise on deployment considerations, including interpretability, reliability, and safety in real-world settings. Collaborate with clinical SMEs to ensure AI outputs align with clinician expectations and workflows. Identify risks, gaps, or weaknesses in technical approaches and recommend corrective actions. Support program leadership with technical assessments, reports, and recommendations. Produce high-quality written reports and presentations that synthesize complex technical findings for diverse audiences. Requirements Minimum Education and Experience: Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field. 10+ years of relevant professional experience. Basic Requirements: Experience applying advanced ML methods (LLMs, deep learning, etc) to complex health datasets. Familiarity with clinical and biomedical data types, including EHR, genomic, and imaging data. Demonstrated ability to review, critique, and guide AI/ML technical work at a high level. Strong understanding of evaluation methods for AI/ML, including robustness, fairness, interpretability, and reproducibility. Strong written and visual communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. Skills That Set You Apart: Experience in healthcare AI or biomedical applications. Familiarity with the rare disease field Prior involvement in technical advisory, evaluation, or SETA-style roles. Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians and patient stakeholders. Experience working in an early-stage, fast-paced, startup environment About Ripple Effect Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” since 2020, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors. Benefits At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences. Learn more about our benefits and culture here.
    $130k-149.5k yearly Auto-Apply 13d ago
  • Scientist, Discovery

    Arcellx Inc. 4.0company rating

    Research scientist job in Rockville, MD

    Who We Are Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. We believe that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and our mission is to destroy cancer and advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. Our team members are made up of talented innovators and dreamers working from our offices in Rockville, Maryland, and Redwood City, California. At Arcellx, we hire exceptional people and create a fun, diverse, supportive, and informal environment that allows everyone to do their best work. What Matters to Us Living our core values is essential to maintaining a work environment that is high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative. We look for candidates who demonstrate strong values alignment and bring different backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities to the team. Arcellx Core Values * Start with authenticity: We foster an inclusive environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. * Think 'we' before 'me': We prioritize collective success, collaborating and supporting one another to achieve our shared goals. * Embrace the challenge: We deliver exceptional results by working with shared determination and a commitment to doing what's right. How You'll Make a Difference As a Scientist, your mission is to execute protein and molecular biology engineering strategies to advance projects within Arcellx's Discovery group. Engaging with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment, you'll identify and develop Arcellx's lead therapeutic candidates. Our potentially life-saving treatments would not exist without the work of our talented Discovery scientists; this role will have a tremendous impact on our pipeline and ability to deliver novel and effective drugs to patients. The "Fine Print" - What You'll Do * Work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists to design, engineer and express recombinant proteins for use in the discovery and development of cancer therapies. * Design, construct and evaluate expression plasmids. Perform transfections, transductions, phage and yeast display enabled selections & screenings, binding kinetic assessments and flow cytometry as needed. * Develop new methods, technologies and processes when necessary for project. * Exercise significant technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments. * Communicate progress and project recommendations to team members. Skills and Experience We Look For * BS or MS in the life sciences (e.g., biology, genetics, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering) with 4-8 years post-degree lab experience or PhD in the life sciences with 0-3 years post-degree experience. * Must demonstrate mastery of molecular biology methods, including primer design, PCR, gel electrophoresis, expression construct design cloning and sequence analysis. * Preferred skills include: methods for the characterization of recombinant protein quality and binding, protein display (phage, yeast and library preparation). * Preference for experience in drug development, immunology or protein engineering. * The ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize work activities. The ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams. Rewards at Arcellx Our people are our greatest asset, and supporting their well-being is an essential part of delivering on our mission and impacting the lives of patients. Putting this belief into practice means offering strong compensation and benefits. The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 per year. Where a candidate falls within that range is determined by factors such as years of experience. Our compensation package also includes an annual bonus based on company goals and an equity (RSU) grant. We do offer relocation assistance for roles if required. Our market-leading benefits package includes: 100% coverage for medical, dental and vision for team members and dependents, unlimited vacation, a 3-day weekend every month, fully-paid parental leave for up to 6 months, tuition reimbursement, 401k employer contribution and more. Join us in our quest to reimagine cell therapy and destroy cancer. For more on our technology, culture, and team, go to **************** #LI-Onsite
    $100k-120k yearly 49d ago
  • Justice Programs Research Associate

    Arc Aspicio 4.3company rating

    Research scientist job in Washington, DC

    Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting firm that specializes in human capital, management, and strategy professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Consultants join our practice focused on mission-critical projects and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company across multiple projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, diverse, and self-driven professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our homeland security and government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of a collaborative, innovative team. The Justice Programs Research Associate provide support to justice-related projects and tasks by analyzing performance measures and other justice-related data. This role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates bring an innovation mindset and have experience and a strong understanding of how to measure program success. Arc Aspicio is currently operating in a hybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at time of employment. Responsibilities: Provide subject matter expertise for justice related projects and tasks Support senior staff in designing and development of logic models, performance measures, and data collection programs Analyze performance measures and other justice data using tools such as Excel macros, SPSS, ArcGIS, and Access Communicate research and analytical findings, verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences Provide training and technical assistance to Federal employees and constituents on relevant subject matters Provide technical assistance for grantees, federal staff, and stakeholders in the area of performance measures Collaborate closely with our clients to solve tough problems, delivering outstanding client service and achieving mission results Apply excellent research, analysis, and communications skills to quickly identify problems, analyze challenges, and recommend solutions to our team and our clients Contribute to our company culture, which promotes client-focused teamwork, learning, and helping others to grow and develop Required Qualifications: 5 years of relevant job experience and knowledge of research, quantitative analysis, and visualization software such as Tableau, assessment, and performance measures, preferably in justice mission areas (criminal, juvenile, and/or victim) Experience in grants management programs, and an understanding of the Federal grants lifecycle Direct experience with client and stakeholder engagement and delivering work products for clients in a complex stakeholder environment Proven to be flexible and thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex work environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Outstanding written and oral communication and collaboration skills and strong leadership potential Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in-person Desire to join a consulting firm and learn business concepts; loves to collaborate and reach out to get involved in company events, offerings, and special projects Clearance: US Citizenship only (no dual citizenship) / ability to obtain a security clearance Education: Bachelor's degree in social science research or related area Critical Skills: Entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, resilience, flexibility, learning-oriented, excited to engage Preferred Qualifications: Experience in grants management programs, and an understanding of the Federal grants lifecycle Applying to the Company: Our Recruiting Team carefully reviews each application before determining which candidates proceed to the next phase. Our competitive recruiting process favors candidates who include a short cover letter that highlights your interest in the company and role, relevant experience, and potential. Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $64,000 - $85,000. This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. About Arc Aspicio: We create and deliver integrated, innovative solutions to enhance our nation's future. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio brings bold ideas to live solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. Our vision is to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients using human-centered processes. Our teams use Arc Aspicio's Strategy Innovation Lab methods, tools, and templates to accelerate results for our clients. We seek team members that: Want to learn the business of consulting and excel as professionals and leaders Build a strong network of professional relationships with their teams and clients Learn quickly, ask for help, and look for ways to go beyond a task and achieve results Want to learn and share knowledge and express gratitude teammates who become more than just co-workers Seek leadership opportunities at all levels and build new skills to apply to different projects Commitment to Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to the company and serve our clients. As a growing professional services solutions firm focused on solving large, complex problems, we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of experience, skills, and knowledge. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V
    $64k-85k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Scientist II - Computational Biology *PC 892

    Miltenyi Biotec

    Research scientist job in Gaithersburg, MD

    Your Role: As a member of the Cell and Gene Therapy, Protein Structure & Computational Biology Group, you will have the exciting opportunity to play a key, hands-on role within the functional and translational area of cellular immunotherapy. We seek a highly motivated individual to join our protein engineering, vector development, CAR-T, CAR- NK, and TCR-T programs at our Gaithersburg, Maryland site. This position has both exploratory and development goals feeding into the advancement of next-generation cell therapy. Specifically, the group member will develop analytical pipelines necessary for analyzing large published and in-house generated next-generation sequencing datasets. The position will report to the group leader. The role interfaces with other research teams engaged in molecular biology, cell biology, high throughput screening methods, and early process development to address critical issues, relevant ideas, and unmet needs from a clinical perspective for renewed discovery and analytical efforts. The unique responsibility allows you to become a subject matter expert in novel technologies in Cell and Gene therapy and make valuable contributions to developing cutting-edge immunotherapy products to benefit human health. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the development of infrastructure, pipelines, and algorithms for analyzing large datasets, including WGS, WES, RNA-Seq, TCR and BCR-Seq, and single-cell omics. Work with lab scientists to develop in-house data analysis tools for R&D purposes. Exploration of published datasets for tumor target antigen discovery for CAR and TCR pipeline. Work with laboratory scientists to establish targeting strategy and validation workflow. Develop cutting-edge analytical tools for T cell and NK cell fitness improvement projects, and prediction models, including application of AI. Biomarker discovery. Participate in technical meetings, drive development activities, and present data findings to colleagues and external collaborators. Development of AI workflows. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Ph.D in Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Computational Science, Immunology or Virology or related field of biomedicine with computational experience in the field of (tumor) immunology, preferably in T cell immunology; 2+ years of bioinformatics experience and/or training. Hands-on experience or a thorough understanding in any of the following areas is a plus: flow cytometry cell sorting, molecular biology (in particular, single-cell based PCR methods such as droplet-PCR), tumor animal models, genetic screens with immune cells, cell purification methods (e.g., MACS). Experience in cutting-edge single-cell technologies (such as 10x Chromium), library screening approach is a plus. Candidates from both industry and academia are welcome. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate results to a diverse cross-functional audience. Proactive, self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills, an appropriate sense of urgency, and the ability to work independently Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a challenging workload and to quickly get acquainted with novel methods and approaches. The desire to advance knowledge in the scientific field through a constant survey of new literature, active discussion, development of new ideas, and out-of-box thinking is highly valued. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have ability to handle more than one task at a time and must work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job is performed in a temperature-controlled facility without exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures. Generally, this job is performed in a sanitized laboratory setting and routinely uses standard medical and research equipment such as centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, incubators, pipettes and computers. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to blood, viruses, bacteria, body fluids and other tissues. Employees entering and leaving the laboratory must wear appropriate clothing and protective equipment such as scrubs, coveralls, masks, glasses and gloves. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The hiring range for this position is expected to fall between $129,300 - $152,100/year, reflecting the range candidates can reasonably expect to be considered for at time of offer, based on factors such as experience, internal equity, and qualifications. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of considerations, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialization, skills, abilities, and training. The above range represents the Company's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition to your salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Certain positions may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or commissions. Miltenyi Biotec is an EO Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Miltenyi Biotec, Inc. participates in E-Verify. Are you ready to start revolutionizing biomedical research? When you join Miltenyi Biotec, you join a family that is passionate about making a real impact - one breakthrough at a time. One integral division of that Miltenyi Biotec family is Miltenyi Bioindustry - our contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). As a full-scale CDMO, we provide customers with services for the development and manufacturing of lentiviral vectors and cell and gene therapy products. This crucial arm of our enterprise bridges the gap between research and mass bioproduction, ensuring that our solutions are accessible on a global scale. Miltenyi Bioindustry plays a unique role as both the producer and the service provider, relying on our instruments and reagents for each workflow step, controlling the entire supply chain and thus delivering greater security and planning clarity to our customers.
    $129.3k-152.1k yearly 22h ago
  • Analyst, Regulatory Research Associates

    Osttra

    Research scientist job in Washington, DC

    About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Team: Regulatory Research Associates (RRA) delivers authoritative research and analysis on state-level gas and power regulation and utility financial performance. Our work centers on understanding regulatory frameworks, market dynamics, and investor risk across the U.S. energy sector. We provide clients with data-driven insights and comparative evaluations of regulatory environments, enabling informed decisions in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. Responsibilities and Impact: As an Analyst, you will play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting state regulatory developments affecting power and gas utilities. Your research will inform investors, utilities, and energy developers on regulatory risk and market trends. By leveraging proprietary datasets and advanced analytical tools, you will contribute to differentiated, high-value reports and insights that shape strategic decisions across the energy value chain. This role plays a crucial part in S&P Global's vision of the “Research of the Future”, where innovation and advanced analytics define the next generation of insights and decision-making. Research and analyze state regulatory environments, including rate case decisions, policy changes, and commission activities. Maintain and enhance proprietary regulatory databases, ensuring timely and accurate data entry. Track and interpret industry trends, including energy policies and emerging regulatory mechanisms. Collaborate with other teams to produce best-in-class reports, comparative evaluations, and investor-focused insights. Demonstrate a willingness to experiment with new technologies to optimize workflows and deliver superior client value. Build relationships with regulators, utility representatives, and industry experts to support research depth and accuracy. Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here. What We're Looking For: Basic Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business, engineering, or related fields. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to synthesize complex regulatory and financial data. Proficiency in Excel and database management; advanced experience in programming languages (Python, SQL) and AI tools is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear, concise research for professional audiences. Additional Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated interest in the energy industry. Ability to work independently under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Openness to innovation: A proactive mindset and willingness to adopt AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and research quality. About S&P Global Energy At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration. S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at ************************ What's In It For You? Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: ***************************************** Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to ************************. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: *************************** and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster **************************************************************** describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - ******************************************************************************************** ----------------------------------------------------------- 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RESECH202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)
    $70k-90k yearly Auto-Apply 10d ago
  • Machine Learning Scientist

    Systems Integration 4.3company rating

    Research scientist job in Washington, DC

    Data Scientist Systems Integration, Inc. (SII) is a leading provider of customer experience, data analytics and digital transformation solutions . We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Scientist to help the FBI uncover actionable insights from vast and complex data sets. This role focuses on identifying enterprise-level toolsets, applying advanced data mining techniques, and building predictive models that integrate with FBI systems. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels of the organization. Responsibilities: Select, build, and optimize machine learning classifiers using advanced techniques Apply state-of-the-art data mining methods to extract meaningful patterns Enhance data collection procedures to ensure relevance for analytic systems Cleanse, process, and validate data integrity for analysis Conduct ad-hoc analyses and present results in a clear, actionable format Develop and monitor automated anomaly detection systems Design innovative approaches for handling and analyzing large-scale data sets Address fundamental challenges in data handling, search, and retention Solve complex data storage and retrieval issues Develop software solutions to improve data search and access processes Analyze results and deliver recommendations that support mission objectives. Qualifications: Must be US Citizen Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later). Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests) Proficiency with data science toolkits such as R, Weka, NumPy, and MATLAB Excellent communication and presentation skills Experience with tools like Microsoft Power BI, Anaconda, and SPSS Skilled in data visualization using D3.js, GGplot, or similar platforms Proficient in SQL and Hive for querying large datasets Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase) Solid foundation in applied statistics (distributions, testing, regression) Strong scripting and programming capabilities. Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects of similar scope. Bachelor's degree required in data science, statistics, computer science or related field.
    $66k-97k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Scientist (49930)

    Gap Solutions 4.4company rating

    Research scientist job in Bethesda, MD

    Position Objective: Provide services as a Scientist in support of the overall functions of the Flow Cytommetry Core on the NIH Bethesda campus by supporting collaborative research in the intramural community of the NIH. Duties and Responsibilities: Method Development: Establish best practices in conducting complex multi-parameter flow cytometry experiments through experimentation and testing of different methods and protocols. Evaluate and test fluorescent reagents available from commercial vendors and advise on their use. Identify and implement new flow cytometry-related technologies to enhance VRC's capabilities in deep profiling immune cells. Explore and be familiar with analytical tools available to conduct high-dimension data analysis. Develop protocols for sorting infectious samples, ensuring compliance with international safety standards. Training: Conduct routine basic and advanced training and educational efforts on flow cytometry methods and applications for researchers and collaborators, including safety and technical workshops for analyzers and cell sorters. Train staff and users on new equipment and ensure new equipment performs up to the existing standards and tolerances. Ensure that best practices in flow cytometry are implemented and educate FCC staff and VRC users accordingly. Work with VRC PIs to develop flow cytometric protocols, data analysis, and data presentation to ensure the highest level of quality. Operations: Support cell sorting projects with well-documented quality procedures and practices. Engage in risk assessment program for all active cell sorting projects and advise researchers accordingly. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues, and update procedural manuals and methods for the FCC cell sorting facility. Analyze laboratory testing reports and maintain detailed logs of all work-related activities. Identify and address unexpected test discrepancies, recommending solutions. Interface with researchers, suppliers, reference labs, and equipment personnel to support operational needs. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or a related biomedical research field. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in flow cytometry and immunology. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing cutting-edge flow cytometry techniques. Experience in providing supervised and unsupervised single cell data analysis solutions for highparameter flow cytometry. Experience in setting up immunophenotyping pipelines for high-dimensional flow cytometry. Minimum Qualifications: Experience in working within a core/shared resource facility preferred. Ability to work independently, multitask, and pay close attention to detail. Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills. Ability and willingness to work on a team, excellent customer relations. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or other equivalent software suites *This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at ********************. You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. This position is contingent upon contract award.
    $70k-103k yearly est. 7d ago
  • Associate Scientist I

    Microbac Laboratories, Inc. 4.0company rating

    Research scientist job in Sterling, VA

    Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more! Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I . ABOUT MICROBAC Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience. Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope. As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets. JOB SUMMARY The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses Perform equipment and instrumentation set up Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation Prepare and analyze samples Accurately record observations and data and interpret results Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training Sign off on final certificates of analysis Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's Monitor and address sample backlog issues Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science Prior analytical testing experience Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting Ability to interpret data and prepare reports Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders Computer literacy Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job may require travel less than 20% As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets. OTHER: This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
    $55k-79k yearly est. Auto-Apply 42d ago
  • Fiber Laser Scientist

    NSS 4.4company rating

    Research scientist job in Herndon, VA

    Fiber Laser Scientist Herndon, VA While working as a Fiber Laser Scientist at Fibertek, you will lead the design and development, integration, and test of advanced fiber laser systems typically with performance requirements beyond the state-of-the-art. Fibertek is a leader in the design, development, and delivery of advanced laser systems and technologies for military and aerospace applications. Your Job We are looking for and experienced and motivated fiber laser scientist or engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team and lead the design and demonstration of advanced laser systems. Example focus missions include space-based laser communications, lidar for tactical defense applications, earth-sensing lidar, and navigational lidars for planetary and docking missions. Fibertek's engineering teams simultaneously tackle laser optical performance beyond state-of-the-art while engineering systems for performance on challenging platforms with limited size, mass, and power and over stressing vibration, thermal, and/or radiation conditions. Delivered systems make a national impact to customers at NASA and throughout the defense community. The work-load will at times include multiple concurrent projects with a mix of short duration research programs and longer duration technology maturation programs resulting in a work culture that is team-oriented, intellectually stimulating, and consistently rewarding. Lead the engineering development of unique laser designs through modeling fiber laser performance, design analysis, component specification, and hardware assembly, integration, and test Coordinate and support the build, alignment, and performance characterization of fiber lasers including multi-stage amplifiers, phase & amplitude modulation implementation, spectral and coherent beam combining Coordinate and perform formal acceptance and qualification testing Participate in customer interactions including formal technical reviews Required Skills and Experience To exceed in this Fiber Laser Scientist role, you'll need the below expertise and experience: MS or PhD in Physics or Optical Engineering w/ a minimum of 5 years of direct hands-on fiber laser experience including designing, building, characterizing laser systems Knowledge of the laser theory and industry best practices associated with fiber laser systems including continuous wave lasers, pulsed, high peak power fiber, advanced fiber architectures, single-frequency injection locked lasers, low frequency noise lasers, electrical and thermal sub-systems. Expertise in laser physics of fiber lasers and amplifiers, including ytterbium, erbium, and/or thulium gain materials. Familiarity with relevant nonlinear processes and impacts to laser performance. Examples include Stimulated Brillouin Scattering, Four-Wave Mixing, Stimulated Raman Scattering, and Transverse Modulational Instability. Foundational understanding of fiber-optic components including types of fibers, pump lasers, couplers, modulators, isolators, mode-field adapters, polarization components, and others. Knowledge of tools for modeling fiber laser performance such as Matlab, RP Power Fiber or equivalent software Ability to design and execute experiments validating laser system performance and correlate the results with the expected performance Strong communication and documentation skills for efficient multidisciplinary communication US citizenship required Please apply today for this full-time Herndon-based Fiber Laser Scientist role and join the leader in the development of state-of-the-art laser and electro-optic solutions. Why Fibertek, Inc? At FIBERTEK, Inc. we pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment with minimal bureaucracy. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits. Fibertek, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or via email at ***************.
    $75k-103k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • Research Associate - PEER Center

    American University 4.3company rating

    Research scientist job in Washington, DC

    American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University Department: School of Public Affairs Time Type: Full time FLSA Status: Exempt Job Description: The School of Public Affairs at American University is seeking applications for a full-time research associate (who would be appointed at the rank of Research Assistant Professor) to begin in December 2025 or earlier, as possible. The Research Associate will to conduct rigorous and timely policy research and analyses to support the work of the Postsecondary Education & Economics Research (PEER) Center. The PEER Center, led by Professors Jordan Matsudaira at SPA and Stephanie Cellini at George Washington University, generates actionable research to promote more equitable outcomes in education beyond high school. The PEER Center also works to train higher education researchers to more effectively engage with and impact state and federal policy. PEER Center staff engage in rigorous research related to postsecondary costs and finance, accountability, value, and student success; and engage in efforts to connect this work directly to the policymaking process. The Research Associate will engage in rapid-response analysis to inform timely state and federal policy development, as well as having the opportunity to engage in longer-term research. Candidates should have a master's degree or Ph.D. in economics, public policy, or a related field; at least three years of relevant work experience in federal and/or state higher education policy; and a successful track record of empirical analysis with demonstrated data skills. Familiarity with higher education and workforce data and research (including Stata and/or R), quantitative methods for policy analysis, and strong communication and writing skills are required. An understanding of key legislative and regulatory policy levers and applying academic research to policy problems are a plus. There is no teaching associated with this position. This is a term faculty, non-tenure track position with the rank of Research Assistant Professor and the title of Research Associate. The initial appointment is for 12 months, and can be renewed annually. The salary range for the research associate position is $70,000-$110,000. The salary for this position will be wholly generated through externally funded research activities. We have a strong preference for candidates willing to work in Washington, D.C., though we will consider applications from qualified researchers located outside D.C. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, subject to ongoing budgetary approval. Please submit applications via Workday, please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief writing sample (5 pages or less), and the name and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without advance notice. Please email ******************** if you have any questions. Benefits AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options. Other Details * Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check. * Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university. * Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. * American University is an E-Verify employer. Current American University Employees American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email ************************. American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
    $70k-110k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago

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The average research scientist in Reston, VA earns between $44,000 and $96,000 annually. This compares to the national average research scientist range of $58,000 to $137,000.

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