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  • Research Technician

    Teledyne Technologies 4.5company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description Performs technical research tasks in support of quantitative and qualitative projects in areas such as optics, lasers and photonics, nanotechnology, environmental testing, energy, or related fields with minimum oversight requirement. Identifies data sources and collects, organizes, and measures data in a manner that ensures quality control. Performs validation testing and interprets results for reporting. Keeps detailed logs of ongoing trials/tests. Responsibilities may include field research, equipment set-up and process troubleshooting. Job Summary: As part of the team, the successful candidate will have responsibility for processing III- V wafers in a cleanroom environment. Process could include photo lithography, wet and dry etch, thin film deposition and metrology. Candidate will qualify tools and processes, and process wafers per instructions, digital or paper. They will run material based on both POR methods as well as experimental flows. Candidate will characterize wafers and devices using various metrology like ellipsometry, profilometer, optical microscopes, laser confocal microscopes, interferometers etc. They will also need to co-ordinate the processing requirements with different relevant stakeholders to ensure efficient cycle times. As part of process development, hands-on wafer fabrication and characterization of pilot lots is required. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: * Establish feasibility of new processes with hands-on processing of pilot lots on production equipment * Characterize results using quantitative metrology tools * Optimize established processes * Document methods and workflows in MES-ready format * Prepare training materials and train technicians on newly developed R&D flows * Collaborate with device physicists, other research technicians, and process development engineers to participate in overall product R&D cycle Job Qualifications: * High School Diploma or equivalent experience in related technical discipline required * 6+ years of related experience desired * Computer skills desired - Word, Excel & Powerpoint * Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English * Ability to use inspection equipment (microscopes, interferometers), semiconductor fabrication equipment, and wet bench chemistry * Direct experience with key wafer fabrication processes is necessary * Familiarity and/or strong desire to learn microelectronic/semiconductor and MEMS fabrication techniques Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce Salary Range: $58,100.00-$77,400.000 Pay Transparency The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
    $58.1k-77.4k yearly 11d ago
  • AMO Physics Error Modeling Research Scientist, Quantum AI

    Google 4.8company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    Minimum qualifications: + PhD degree in Physics, Quantum Information, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. + 2 years of experience leading a research agenda. + Experience with the physics of neutral atom quantum computing (i.e., neutral atom, Rydberg atoms, atomic physics, AMO physics). + Experience with software development and simulating quantum systems. + Experience in theoretical quantum physics (e.g., quantum mechanics, quantum field theory, condensed matter physics). + One or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals, or public repositories. Preferred qualifications: + Experience with C++ or other programming languages. + Experience with quantum error correction (QEC) experimental implementations. + Experience in software engineering best practices. + Familiarity with quantum information theory and quantum error correction. As an organization, Google maintains a portfolio of research projects driven by fundamental research, new product innovation, product contribution and infrastructure goals, while providing individuals and teams the freedom to emphasize specific types of work. As a Research Scientist, you'll setup large-scale tests and deploy promising ideas quickly and broadly, managing deadlines and deliverables while applying the latest theories to develop new and improved products, processes, or technologies. From creating experiments and prototyping implementations to designing new architectures, our research scientists work on real-world problems that span the breadth of computer science, such as machine (and deep) learning, data mining, natural language processing, hardware and software performance analysis, improving compilers for mobile platforms, as well as core search and much more. As a Research Scientist, you'll also actively contribute to the wider research community by sharing and publishing your findings, with ideas inspired by internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes all over the world. Our technology is focused on surface code error correction implemented using superconducting quantum bit architectures. The Numerical Modeling team's mission is to develop and leverage numerical physical models to comprehensively and accurately predict device performance. Our team is seeking a skilled theoretical physicist with expertise in neutral atom quantum computing and Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics to help us expand our predictive modeling capabilities to encompass various quantum computing platforms. In this role, you will be responsible for developing models that can accurately forecast quantum error correction error rates as these platforms increase in scale. The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $161,000-$239,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google (************************************* . + Develop theoretical and numerical noise models of neutral atom systems, incorporating relevant AMO physics principles. + Collaborate with other theorists to analyze the performance of quantum error correction codes using theoretical models and simulations. + Stay informed about the latest advancements in AMO physics and quantum error correction. + Identify new and upcoming research areas by interacting with potential external and internal collaborators. Help in developing long-term research strategy and plans to expand the impact of Google research. + Author research papers to share and generate impact of research results in the research community. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action 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. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also ******************************* and ************************************************************* If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: ***************************************
    $183k-241k yearly est. 16d ago
  • Senior Environmental Biologist

    Stantec 4.5company rating

    Research Scientist Job In Santa Maria, CA

    Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, Stantec's experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. **Your Opportunity** Stantec is seeking a consulting biologist with a minimum of 10 years of experience to join our southern California Ecosystems Group by operating out of our San Diego, California office. We welcome a talented and collaborative team member with demonstrable experience in southern California and elsewhere. As a Senior-level Biologist with Stantec, you will work in a highly dynamic team environment with other biologists/ecologists/water resource specialists, and land planning and regulatory experts. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work; it may also involve field work during construction of projects and implementation of ecosystem restoration projects. In this position, you will be responsible for the contribution and management of multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of siting and licensing of energy production, including renewable energy, and electric and gas transmission projects, as well as natural resource planning and management projects. As a Senior Biologist, you will oversee and provide expertise in field biology, regulatory strategy, CEQA/NEPA analysis, and permitting strategy. Specific background and expertise should consist of strong botanical, wetland, or wildlife technical expertise, familiarity and experience with regulatory permitting, and project and client management. This position requires coordination with clients, resource agencies, and environmental and technical staff. **What You Will Do for Stantec** As a Senior Biologist: + You will manage projects, supervise staff, lead and mentor project field teams, and provide support to other project managers undertaking renewable energy, oil and gas, and other development projects. + You will schedule, assist, and/or lead teams for field tasks, as needed, such as botanical surveys, special-status species surveys/inventories, nesting bird surveys, vegetation community assessments and mapping, jurisdictional waters delineations and assessments, and compliance monitoring. + You will provide guidance to junior staff, including providing training recommendations, coaching, and mentoring. + You will plan, prepare, and review technical reports or portions of larger environmental assessments. + You will work with business development teams and lead efforts to respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) including defining the scope of work, associated cost, and compiling relevant sections of proposal documents + You will contribute to our corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees + You will coordinate with clients and regulators to communicate results of various survey efforts and technical reports. + You will lead development of permitting strategies, permit application packages, and agency negotiations. + You will assist teams and lead efforts in pursuing and contributing to new business opportunities and effective technical proposals. + The role has a target 75-80% direct project utilization goal. + Occasional overnight travel may be required within and outside of southern California. **Qualifications** **Your Capabilities and Credentials** You are a biologist or natural resources management specialist and have a minimum 10 years of related experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility in conducting biological resources surveys and preparing technical reports. Your skills should include: + Demonstrable experience in all aspects of project management, biological impact assessment and mitigation strategy development, and preparation and review of biological resources documents. + Demonstrable experience in providing strong support and collaboration in delivering high quality work products to multi-disciplinary project teams within project scope, budget and schedule expectations. + Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills. + Business development acumen with established relationships with clients and regulatory agency staff and/or the capability of successfully developing and maintaining these relationships. + Significant experience in reviewing and analyzing scientific data, maps, and drawings with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. + Significant demonstrable background, knowledge, and experience with the flora, fauna, and vegetative communities of southern California; experience in other areas of California, including desert regions and elsewhere will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in conducting floristic botanical surveys, reconnaissance wildlife surveys, and species-specific protocol surveys; experience/permits with Chino checkerspot butterfly, arroyo toad, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, Mohave ground squirrel, small mammal trapping, and/or desert tortoise will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in preparing technical documentation including biological survey reports, technical memoranda, Biological Resources Technical Reports (BRTRs), jurisdictional waters delineations and Aquatic Resources Delineation Reports (ARDRs), and/or biological resources sections for CEQA/NEPA documents + Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and processes, particularly in southern California, such as: + California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA) + Federal and California Endangered Species Act (FESA/CESA) + Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (MBTA/BGEPA) + Clean Water Act (CWA) + Porter-Cologne Act + California Fish and Game Code (FGC) + California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Programs (CCA/LCPs) + Significant experience in preparation of regulatory permit applications such as Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs), Fish and Game Code Section 1600 Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, and/or federal/state Incidental Take Permits (ITPs). + Demonstrated experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or linear infrastructure projects in the western United States. + Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to commercial (primarily conventional or renewable energy generation/transmission) siting and licensing or environmental permitting of other infrastructure projects. + Experience in working on construction projects, compliance monitoring, environmental training, interpretation and application of regulatory requirements, and post-construction monitoring/reporting on small to large projects. + Experience with using GPS/GIS technology to collect biological survey data, map vegetation communities, and/or delineate jurisdictional waters. + Possession of a California Scientific Collecting Permit, State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and or federal Recovery Permit for special-status species will be considered a plus. + Wetland delineation training certificate will be considered a plus. + Must have ability to occasionally travel. + Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record. + A medical physical and/or drug and alcohol screening may be required for some project assignments. + OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification is a plus **Education and Experience** BS (MS degree preferred) in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field with minimum of 10 years of experience. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. _This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._ Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): **Salary Range(s):** * CA Other Areas $91,100 - CA Other Areas $136,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC) The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. **Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. _The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._ **Primary Location** : United States-California-Bakersfield **Other Locations** : United States-California-Monrovia, United States-California-Santa Ana, United States-California-Santa Maria, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Ventura, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Santa Barbara, United States-California-Irvine, United States-California-San Bernardino **Organization** : BC-1858 EnvSvcs-US West S California **Employee Status** : Regular **Job Level** : Manager **Travel** : Yes, 25 % of the Time **Schedule** : Full-time **Job Posting** : Jan 31, 2025, 3:49:47 PM **Req ID:** 250000H0 #additional Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
    $91.1k-136.6k yearly 8d ago
  • Sr. Research Scientist

    Teledyne 4.0company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    **Be visionary** Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. **Job Description** **Job Summary:** Teledyne FLIR is seeking a Sr. Research Scientist for Detector Product Development: + Assist in making strategic decisions on design and development of product line + Lead and support semiconductor process development efforts. + Assist as a technical lead on resolving developmental and production related issues **Primary Duties & Responsibilities:** + Project Management: Responsible for assisting in the oversight and management of technical aspects of strategic programs. + Projects are typically internally funded or supported by a customer-issued development contract, most of which are with US Government agencies or large prime contractors. + May provide oversight of some aspects of projects, including progress towards technical milestones, monitoring costs and labor expenditures relative to the project's budget, support contractual reporting requirements, business development by working to secure add-on funding or expanded scope. + Advance Detector Developments + Support efforts in developing high performance, low dark current detector arrays along with their integration into focal plane arrays. + Assist in device improvements through device design, growth, and processing. + Assist in the development hybridization processes for integrating small pixel, large arrays with silicon readout integrated circuits (ROIC). + Overall, build off existing strengths to make further improvements and develop new devices. **Job Qualifications:** + Ph.D. in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics or similar technical field. Emphasis on semiconductor physics or opto-electronic devices preferred. At least 2 years of relevant technical experience. + **Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.** + Experience with semiconductor processing - lithography, dry etch, dielectric and metal depositions preferred + Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing + Ability to clearly communicate information and concepts both verbally and in writing + Mathematical Reasoning - the ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem. + Inductive Reasoning - the ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). + Deductive Reasoning - the ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. **Salary Range:** $141,900.00-$189,200.000 **Pay Transparency** The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day **.** Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
    $141.9k-189.2k yearly 3d ago
  • Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow AY - Materials Engineering (AY 23/24)

    AY 23/24

    Research Scientist Job 25 miles from Santa Maria

    The Materials Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for full-time, Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow appointments as a Full-Time Lecturer. This teaching development program seeks to attract and prepare outstanding individuals with completed PhDs for a successful career in engineering academia by gaining teaching experience and training at a premier teaching-oriented engineering institution. Participants will primarily engage in teaching activities in fundamental or specialized materials engineering courses appropriate to their preparation. They will also be supported through mentorship by experienced engineering educators and through the University's Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. Although the position primarily gives instructional training and experience, teaching will be reduced by 20%-25% from a full-time position to allow participants to engage in scholarly pursuits subject to the limitations of available facilities and resources on campus. This is a full academic year appointment starting in September 2023 with the possibility of a one-year extension. This is an opportunity for Ph.D. recipients in engineering with an interdisciplinary mindset to join a unique institution that values undergraduate education and applied research activities. Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2022, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are: Lecturer A: $4,530-$6,056 Lecturer B: $5,406-$11,994 Lecturer C: $6,190-$13,172 Lecturer D: $7,794-$13,797 Located on the central coast of California, the Cal Poly College of Engineering is nationally recognized for its strong focus on undergraduate and Masters level education through a laboratory intensive, hands-on curriculum. With over 6000 undergraduates and 150 Master's students, the undergraduate programs include Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, General, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical and Software Engineering plus Computer Science. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide an interdisciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Eligible candidates are individuals with a passion for teaching, and who have completed their Ph.D. or are in the final year of their Ph.D. program in Materials Science and Engineering or a closely related field. Applicants should propose courses they are interested in teaching and the research area they would like to pursue. PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated passion and interest in university-level teaching, an interest in laboratory-based instruction, and a willingness to teach in multiple areas of the Materials Engineering curriculum. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on the potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and questions may be sent to *****************************. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae,3) a Diversity statement and 4) a Statement of Teaching Philosophy. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2023, and will continue until the positions are filled. For further questions please contact: Trevor Harding (********************)
    $57k-81k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • CLIN LAB SCIENTIST I

    Dignity Health 4.6company rating

    Research Scientist Job In Santa Maria, CA

    Marian Regional Medical Center a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria California is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian's beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health's Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Marians offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department Critical Care Unit neonatal intensive care unit and an array of womens services. **Responsibilities** **About This Position** In keeping with the Marian Medical Center health care philosophy the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for the prompt accurate performance of various chemical microscopic and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease in accordance with Mission and Laboratory Customer Service Standards. Performs as General Supervisor as defined in CLIA '88 regulations. Rotates shifts holidays and weekends as needed. Duties and responsibilities may be added deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management following written notice. **Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements:** + Completion of Clinical Laboratory Internship and/or recent hosptial experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist as a generalist + Bachelor's Degree plus one year training in a school of Clinical Laboratory Sciense approved by the California State Department of Public Health or equivalent + Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist + ASCP registration desirable + Qualifies as a General Supervisor under CLIA 88 regulations **Pay Range** $51.94 - $61.74 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
    $51.9-61.7 hourly 35d ago
  • Clin Lab Scientist I

    Commonspirit Health

    Research Scientist Job In Santa Maria, CA

    Overview Marian Regional Medical Center a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria California is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian's beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health's Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Marians offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department Critical Care Unit neonatal intensive care unit and an array of womens services. Responsibilities About This Position In keeping with the Marian Medical Center health care philosophy the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is responsible for the prompt accurate performance of various chemical microscopic and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease in accordance with Mission and Laboratory Customer Service Standards. Performs as General Supervisor as defined in CLIA '88 regulations. Rotates shifts holidays and weekends as needed. Duties and responsibilities may be added deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management following written notice. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Completion of Clinical Laboratory Internship and/or recent hosptial experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist as a generalist Bachelor's Degree plus one year training in a school of Clinical Laboratory Sciense approved by the California State Department of Public Health or equivalent Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist ASCP registration desirable Qualifies as a General Supervisor under CLIA 88 regulations
    $72k-111k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow AY - Materials Engineering (AY 23/24)

    California State University System 4.2company rating

    Research Scientist Job 25 miles from Santa Maria

    Appointment Type * Temporary 1 Bargaining Unit * Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association 1 Job Search Category/Discipline * Faculty - Engineering 1 Time Basis * Full Time 1 PTOC Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow AY - Materials Engineering (AY 23/24) Apply now Job no: 524597 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: San Luis Obispo Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering The Materials Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for full-time, Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow appointments as a Full-Time Lecturer. This teaching development program seeks to attract and prepare outstanding individuals with completed PhDs for a successful career in engineering academia by gaining teaching experience and training at a premier teaching-oriented engineering institution. Participants will primarily engage in teaching activities in fundamental or specialized materials engineering courses appropriate to their preparation. They will also be supported through mentorship by experienced engineering educators and through the University's Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. Although the position primarily gives instructional training and experience, teaching will be reduced by 20%-25% from a full-time position to allow participants to engage in scholarly pursuits subject to the limitations of available facilities and resources on campus. This is a full academic year appointment starting in September 2023 with the possibility of a one-year extension. This is an opportunity for Ph.D. recipients in engineering with an interdisciplinary mindset to join a unique institution that values undergraduate education and applied research activities. Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2022, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are: Lecturer A: $4,530-$6,056 Lecturer B: $5,406-$11,994 Lecturer C: $6,190-$13,172 Lecturer D: $7,794-$13,797 Located on the central coast of California, the Cal Poly College of Engineering is nationally recognized for its strong focus on undergraduate and Masters level education through a laboratory intensive, hands-on curriculum. With over 6000 undergraduates and 150 Master's students, the undergraduate programs include Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, General, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical and Software Engineering plus Computer Science. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide an interdisciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Eligible candidates are individuals with a passion for teaching, and who have completed their Ph.D. or are in the final year of their Ph.D. program in Materials Science and Engineering or a closely related field. Applicants should propose courses they are interested in teaching and the research area they would like to pursue. PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated passion and interest in university-level teaching, an interest in laboratory-based instruction, and a willingness to teach in multiple areas of the Materials Engineering curriculum. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on the potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and questions may be sent to *****************************. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae,3) a Diversity statement and 4) a Statement of Teaching Philosophy. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2023, and will continue until the positions are filled. For further questions please contact: Trevor Harding (********************) Advertised: Feb 20 2023 Pacific Standard Time Applications close:
    $65k-83k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow AY - Materials Engineering (AY 23/24)

    Cal Poly 4.1company rating

    Research Scientist Job 25 miles from Santa Maria

    The Materials Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for full-time, Post-Doctoral Teaching Fellow appointments as a Full-Time Lecturer. This teaching development program seeks to attract and prepare outstanding individuals with completed PhDs for a successful career in engineering academia by gaining teaching experience and training at a premier teaching-oriented engineering institution. Participants will primarily engage in teaching activities in fundamental or specialized materials engineering courses appropriate to their preparation. They will also be supported through mentorship by experienced engineering educators and through the University's Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. Although the position primarily gives instructional training and experience, teaching will be reduced by 20%-25% from a full-time position to allow participants to engage in scholarly pursuits subject to the limitations of available facilities and resources on campus. This is a full academic year appointment starting in September 2023 with the possibility of a one-year extension. This is an opportunity for Ph.D. recipients in engineering with an interdisciplinary mindset to join a unique institution that values undergraduate education and applied research activities. Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2022, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are: Lecturer A: $4,530-$6,056 Lecturer B: $5,406-$11,994 Lecturer C: $6,190-$13,172 Lecturer D: $7,794-$13,797 Located on the central coast of California, the Cal Poly College of Engineering is nationally recognized for its strong focus on undergraduate and Masters level education through a laboratory intensive, hands-on curriculum. With over 6000 undergraduates and 150 Master's students, the undergraduate programs include Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, General, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical and Software Engineering plus Computer Science. The College of Engineering at Cal Poly is committed to building a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who collaborate to provide an interdisciplinary and hands-on approach to student learning and applied research. We believe that individuals from diverse backgrounds strengthen our programs and positively impact student success. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for consideration. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Eligible candidates are individuals with a passion for teaching, and who have completed their Ph.D. or are in the final year of their Ph.D. program in Materials Science and Engineering or a closely related field. Applicants should propose courses they are interested in teaching and the research area they would like to pursue. PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated passion and interest in university-level teaching, an interest in laboratory-based instruction, and a willingness to teach in multiple areas of the Materials Engineering curriculum. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on the potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and questions may be sent to *****************************. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae,3) a Diversity statement and 4) a Statement of Teaching Philosophy. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2023, and will continue until the positions are filled. For further questions please contact: Trevor Harding (********************)
    $64k-83k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • Monarch Research and Education Internship - Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

    Environment for The Americas 4.0company rating

    Research Scientist Job 15 miles from Santa Maria

    Dates: Positions can start as early as March 2025. Please include your availability and preferred start and end dates. Duration: 10-32 weeks, depending on availability and location. Compensation: $650/week + health insurance (if needed). All project-related travel costs will be covered by EFTA, including roundtrip travel costs if relocation is required, and a mileage rate of $0.40/mile for all driving. Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base is a military installation located near Lompoc, CA. All field research activities will occur on the installation. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis as positions are filled. Apply as soon as possible. About EFTA's Monarch Conservation on Military Lands Program Environment for the Americas is proud to partner with the U.S. Forest Service and Department of Defense on this monarch monitoring and conservation project on military installations. This partnership highlights a collective commitment to monitor and conserve monarch butterflies, especially in light of their potential ESA (Endangered Species Act) listing in 2024. We collaborate closely with key organizations, including the Monarch Joint Venture, the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, and university researchers. Additionally, we work hand-in-hand with Department of Defense Natural Resource Managers at installations across the monarch's range. Position Description: The Monarch Research and Education Internship provides a unique opportunity to actively contribute to monarch butterfly monitoring and conservation efforts. Interns will conduct monarch butterfly monitoring and habitat assessments using standardized protocols, working alongside biologists on military installations to identify and evaluate habitat. This is a field-based position located on military installations across the U.S. where monarch butterflies breed and overwinter. Mondays through Thursdays are typically spent in the field, while Fridays are reserved for inputting data, writing blogs, and completing other computer-based tasks. Interns will be trained to conduct breeding surveys using protocols including the Integrated Monarch Monitoring Program (IMMP), Western Monarch Milkweed Mapper, and other standardized methods. They will collect data on milkweed presence, blooming plant species, and the presence of adult monarchs, eggs, and larvae. For California-based interns available after September, additional training will be provided to participate in overwintering surveys as part of the Western Monarch Count. Interns will also have the opportunity to facilitate outreach and education programs that facilitate connections and awareness of monarchs, pollinators, and migratory species among military families. All EFTA interns contribute biweekly blogs to the EFTA website and attend virtual webinars and team meetings. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Field Research: Data Collection: Spend significant time in the field collecting essential data, particularly during the spring and summer breeding season. Gather data on milkweed, blooming plants, and monarch breeding activities to contribute to monitoring and research efforts. Overwintering Research (California interns only): Participate in overwintering surveys starting in September, including the Western Monarch Count and identifying critical overwintering groves. Additional opportunities may involve collaborating on a Motus tagging and tracking project. Communication & Team Engagement: Communication & Reporting: Interact with Natural Resource Managers on military installations and partner organizations. Provide weekly fieldwork updates to the EFTA Monarch Program Manager. Team Meetings & Webinars: Participate in weekly team meetings and data check-ins. Attend webinars with monarch researchers and other industry leaders. Biweekly Blogs: Write blogs for the EFTA website, sharing fieldwork highlights, updates, and personal experiences. Education & Community Engagement: Outreach Programs: Develop and lead engaging educational programs for the military community, including classroom presentations, scout programs, nature walks, and citizen science activities for active-duty service members and their families. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Capable of maintaining regular, clear communication with EFTA staff, Department of Defense personnel, and the general public. Interest in Conservation: Passion for wildlife conservation, ecology, or environmental science, particularly concerning pollinators and their habitats. Self-Motivated and Independent: Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in field-based conditions. Comfortable driving to monitoring sites and working outdoors for extended periods. Technical Skills: Familiarity with Google Drive, Sheets, Docs, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for data entry and reporting. Preferred: Military spouses, veterans, and local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience in field research, outdoor work, data collection, and/or species monitoring. Ability to identify plants in the field. REQUIREMENTS: Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident Have a personal vehicle and driver's license Priority consideration will be given to local candidates, military spouses, dependents, and veterans. TRAINING: Interns will receive training in: Conducting monarch butterfly habitat surveys using protocols such as the Integrated Monarch Monitoring Protocol (IMMP). Performing overwintering surveys using the Xerces Society's Western Monarch Count protocols. Navigating the unique challenges of conducting ecological studies on military installations. Identifying milkweed host plants and locating monarch eggs and caterpillars. Recording, maintaining, and organizing field data. Implementing educational activities for military communities, including leading nature walks, presentations, and school programs. EEO Statement Environment for the Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
    $650 weekly 29d ago
  • Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (SEIU), Part Time, Rotating Shifts

    Adventist Health 3.7company rating

    Research Scientist Job 25 miles from Santa Maria

    Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had. Job Summary: Serves as technical consultant and direct supervisor of laboratory personnel and manages the performance of all laboratory testing. Develops and maintains policies, standards and quality control practices and oversees lab safety and maintenance. Serves as a resource medical technologist in assigned section and has the responsibility/authority to assure that the laboratory meets all accreditation requirements and applicable OSHA standards. This position is represented by SEIU. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or related degree: Required * Meets the CLIA requirements for Technical Supervisor: Required * Meets the CLIA requirements for Technical Supervisor: Required Licenses/Certifications: * Valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license in state of employment: Required Essential Functions: * Oversees all laboratory testing and coordinates all point of care testing (POCT). Reviews and evaluates the validity and accuracy of test results. Functions as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist when needed. Identifies education and competency needs and conducts laboratory personnel training programs on instrumentation, technology and procedure as needed. Conducts training programs on instrumentation, technology and procedure as needed. * Establishes the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including precision, accuracy, reference ranges and reportable ranges. Evaluates new and evolving developments in laboratory instrumentation, procedures, reagents and automation for possible implementation. Acts as a liaison to other departments of the medical center for the appropriate laboratory specialty. Is responsible for the department meeting all regulatory requirements. * Coordinates equipment and instrumentation maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration program to ensure proper working order. Oversees quality control and ensures compliance with rules, regulations and accreditation requirements of regulatory agencies, including Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), College of American Pathologists (CAP), Joint Commission (JC), AABB, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). * Manages staffing to ensure coverage. Recommends promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel needs. Resolve simple, informal complaints of employee and referring other to supervisor. Recommend to supervisor promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel needs of team members. Plans and conducts training programs for medical technicians and medical technologist students and new employees. * Oversees quality control, quality assurance and preventive maintenance activities for the assigned section. Manages and maintains all sectional quality control records. Previews and ensures technological and scientific accuracy of QA tests and procedures. Recognizes and addresses Quality Assurance (QA) concerns by initiating QA reports and conferring with Medical Staff on Laboratory findings, value of certain clinical tests, test availability and turnaround. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
    $76k-122k yearly est. 40d ago
  • Error Correction Simulation Research Scientist, Quantum AI

    Google 4.8company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    Minimum qualifications: + PhD degree in Physics, a quantum information related field, or equivalent practical experience. + Experience with numerical components or technical work related to numerical modeling. + Experience with software engineering, including version control and testing. + Experience with quantum mechanics and quantum information. + One or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals, or public repositories. Preferred qualifications: + 2 years of coding experience in Python or C++. + 1 year of experience owning and initiating research agendas. + Experience in high performance scientific computing, cloud computing. + Experience in quantum error correction, including in clifford simulators. + Experience with simulations of open quantum systems. The Google Quantum AI modeling team is developing theoretical and numerical models to support the design, calibration, and operation of our superconducting qubit-based processors. These models are essential as they provide an understanding of the physical phenomena that occur in our devices. Our work lies at the intersection of physical insight, metrology, and engineering, and is necessary for the success of Google Quantum AI's mission to build a useful, error-corrected quantum computer. As a Research Scientist in Quantum Error Correction and Simulations, you will extend our capabilities to accurately model our future devices at the largest scales, help us understand the expected performance of our error corrected devices. You will be informing future device designs and hardware goals. You will improve our capability to predict the performance of large error correction experiments. In this role, you'll also actively contribute to the wider research community by sharing and publishing your findings, with ideas inspired by internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes all over the world. The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,000-$200,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google (************************************* . + Work with experimentalists to simulate and explain existing error-correction experiments. + Develop error budgets of how physical errors contribute to logical error rates. + Integrate new error mechanisms into simulation infrastructure to explain current and future device performance. + Support development of new classical simulators (e.g., going beyond Pauli twirling to include coherent effects). + Develop and improve software interfaces between the simulations codebase and other codebases used by hardware and other teams to run end-to-end device simulations incorporating comprehensive error models. Optimize device design, evaluate error mitigation techniques and error correction protocols, and inform component-level performance goals for future Quantum AI milestones. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action 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. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also ******************************* and ************************************************************* If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: ***************************************
    $183k-241k yearly est. 11d ago
  • Sr. Research Scientist

    Teledyne Technologies 4.5company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description Job Summary: Teledyne FLIR is seeking a Sr. Research Scientist for Detector Product Development: * Assist in making strategic decisions on design and development of product line * Lead and support semiconductor process development efforts. * Assist as a technical lead on resolving developmental and production related issues Primary Duties & Responsibilities: * Project Management: Responsible for assisting in the oversight and management of technical aspects of strategic programs. * Projects are typically internally funded or supported by a customer-issued development contract, most of which are with US Government agencies or large prime contractors. * May provide oversight of some aspects of projects, including progress towards technical milestones, monitoring costs and labor expenditures relative to the project's budget, support contractual reporting requirements, business development by working to secure add-on funding or expanded scope. * Advance Detector Developments * Support efforts in developing high performance, low dark current detector arrays along with their integration into focal plane arrays. * Assist in device improvements through device design, growth, and processing. * Assist in the development hybridization processes for integrating small pixel, large arrays with silicon readout integrated circuits (ROIC). * Overall, build off existing strengths to make further improvements and develop new devices. * Job Qualifications: * Ph.D. in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics or similar technical field. Emphasis on semiconductor physics or opto-electronic devices preferred. At least 2 years of relevant technical experience. * Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce. * Experience with semiconductor processing - lithography, dry etch, dielectric and metal depositions preferred * Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing * Ability to clearly communicate information and concepts both verbally and in writing * Mathematical Reasoning - the ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem. * Inductive Reasoning - the ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). * Deductive Reasoning - the ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Salary Range: $113,600.00-$151,400.000 Pay Transparency The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
    $113.6k-151.4k yearly 3d ago
  • Senior Environmental Biologist

    Stantec 4.5company rating

    Research Scientist Job In Santa Maria, CA

    Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, Stantec's experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. **Your Opportunity** Stantec is seeking a consulting biologist with a minimum of 10 years of experience to join our southern California Ecosystems Group by operating out of our San Diego, California office. We welcome a talented and collaborative team member with demonstrable experience in southern California and elsewhere. As a Senior-level Biologist with Stantec, you will work in a highly dynamic team environment with other biologists/ecologists/water resource specialists, and land planning and regulatory experts. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work; it may also involve field work during construction of projects and implementation of ecosystem restoration projects. In this position, you will be responsible for the contribution and management of multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of siting and licensing of energy production, including renewable energy, and electric and gas transmission projects, as well as natural resource planning and management projects. As a Senior Biologist, you will oversee and provide expertise in field biology, regulatory strategy, CEQA/NEPA analysis, and permitting strategy. Specific background and expertise should consist of strong botanical, wetland, or wildlife technical expertise, familiarity and experience with regulatory permitting, and project and client management. This position requires coordination with clients, resource agencies, and environmental and technical staff. **What You Will Do for Stantec** As a Senior Biologist: + You will manage projects, supervise staff, lead and mentor project field teams, and provide support to other project managers undertaking renewable energy, oil and gas, and other development projects. + You will schedule, assist, and/or lead teams for field tasks, as needed, such as botanical surveys, special-status species surveys/inventories, nesting bird surveys, vegetation community assessments and mapping, jurisdictional waters delineations and assessments, and compliance monitoring. + You will provide guidance to junior staff, including providing training recommendations, coaching, and mentoring. + You will plan, prepare, and review technical reports or portions of larger environmental assessments. + You will work with business development teams and lead efforts to respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) including defining the scope of work, associated cost, and compiling relevant sections of proposal documents + You will contribute to our corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees + You will coordinate with clients and regulators to communicate results of various survey efforts and technical reports. + You will lead development of permitting strategies, permit application packages, and agency negotiations. + You will assist teams and lead efforts in pursuing and contributing to new business opportunities and effective technical proposals. + The role has a target 75-80% direct project utilization goal. + Occasional overnight travel may be required within and outside of southern California. **Qualifications** **Your Capabilities and Credentials** You are a biologist or natural resources management specialist and have a minimum 10 years of related experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility in conducting biological resources surveys and preparing technical reports. Your skills should include: + Demonstrable experience in all aspects of project management, biological impact assessment and mitigation strategy development, and preparation and review of biological resources documents. + Demonstrable experience in providing strong support and collaboration in delivering high quality work products to multi-disciplinary project teams within project scope, budget and schedule expectations. + Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills. + Business development acumen with established relationships with clients and regulatory agency staff and/or the capability of successfully developing and maintaining these relationships. + Significant experience in reviewing and analyzing scientific data, maps, and drawings with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. + Significant demonstrable background, knowledge, and experience with the flora, fauna, and vegetative communities of southern California; experience in other areas of California, including desert regions and elsewhere will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in conducting floristic botanical surveys, reconnaissance wildlife surveys, and species-specific protocol surveys; experience/permits with Chino checkerspot butterfly, arroyo toad, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, Mohave ground squirrel, small mammal trapping, and/or desert tortoise will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in preparing technical documentation including biological survey reports, technical memoranda, Biological Resources Technical Reports (BRTRs), jurisdictional waters delineations and Aquatic Resources Delineation Reports (ARDRs), and/or biological resources sections for CEQA/NEPA documents + Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and processes, particularly in southern California, such as: + California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA) + Federal and California Endangered Species Act (FESA/CESA) + Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (MBTA/BGEPA) + Clean Water Act (CWA) + Porter-Cologne Act + California Fish and Game Code (FGC) + California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Programs (CCA/LCPs) + Significant experience in preparation of regulatory permit applications such as Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs), Fish and Game Code Section 1600 Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, and/or federal/state Incidental Take Permits (ITPs). + Demonstrated experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or linear infrastructure projects in the western United States. + Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to commercial (primarily conventional or renewable energy generation/transmission) siting and licensing or environmental permitting of other infrastructure projects. + Experience in working on construction projects, compliance monitoring, environmental training, interpretation and application of regulatory requirements, and post-construction monitoring/reporting on small to large projects. + Experience with using GPS/GIS technology to collect biological survey data, map vegetation communities, and/or delineate jurisdictional waters. + Possession of a California Scientific Collecting Permit, State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and or federal Recovery Permit for special-status species will be considered a plus. + Wetland delineation training certificate will be considered a plus. + Must have ability to occasionally travel. + Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record. + A medical physical and/or drug and alcohol screening may be required for some project assignments. + OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification is a plus **Education and Experience** BS (MS degree preferred) in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field with minimum of 10 years of experience. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. _This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._ Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's' talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): **Salary Range(s):** * CA Other Areas $91,100 - CA Other Areas $136,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC) The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. **Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. _The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._ **Primary Location** : United States-California-San Diego **Other Locations** : United States-California-Monrovia, United States-California-Bakersfield, United States-California-Santa Ana, United States-California-Santa Maria, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Santa Barbara, United States-California-Irvine, United States-California-San Bernardino **Organization** : BC-1858 EnvSvcs-US West S California **Employee Status** : Regular **Job Level** : Manager **Travel** : Yes, 25 % of the Time **Schedule** : Full-time **Job Posting** : Jan 31, 2025, 5:50:45 PM **Req ID:** 250000GY #additional Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
    $91.1k-136.6k yearly 8d ago
  • Post-Doctoral Teaching/Research Scholar-Computer Science & Software Engineering (AY 23/24)

    AY 23/24

    Research Scientist Job 25 miles from Santa Maria

    The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for one full-time, Post-Doctoral Teaching/Research Scholar appointment as a Full-Time Lecturer. This primarily teaching development program seeks to attract and prepare outstanding individuals with completed PhDs for a successful career in computer science and software engineering academia by gaining teaching experience and training at a premier teaching-oriented computer science and engineering institution. Participants will primarily engage in teaching activities in fundamental or specialized computer science and software engineering courses appropriate to their preparation. They will also be supported through mentorship by experienced educators and through the University's Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. Although the position primarily gives instructional training and experience, teaching will be reduced by 20%-25% from a full-time position to allow participants to engage in scholarly pursuits in partnership and collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering. This is a full academic year appointment (September to June) starting in September 2023 with the possibility of a one-year extension. This is a unique opportunity for PhD recipients with an interdisciplinary mindset to join a unique institution that values undergraduate education and applied research activities. This apprenticeship position will be hired at the rank of Lecturer B with an anticipated annual salary of $64,860 paid in 12 monthly installments of $5,405. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings, is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS University teaching experience. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on the potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, (3) diversity statement, (4) copy of unofficial transcripts of terminal degree, and (5) statement of teaching philosophy. If applicable, please attach a list of CSU/university courses taught and/or courses requesting consideration to teach to the online faculty application. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the application. Selected applicants will be required to submit sealed official transcripts prior to the appointment. For further questions please contact: Dr. Chris Lupo (*****************). Review begins June 26, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
    $64.9k yearly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • Post-Doctoral Teaching/Research Scholar-Computer Science & Software Engineering (AY 23/24)

    California State University System 4.2company rating

    Research Scientist Job 25 miles from Santa Maria

    Appointment Type * Temporary 1 Bargaining Unit * Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association 1 Job Search Category/Discipline * Faculty - Engineering 1 Time Basis * Full Time 1 PTOC Post-Doctoral Teaching/Research Scholar-Computer Science & Software Engineering (AY 23/24) Apply now Job no: 528027 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: San Luis Obispo Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering The Computer Science and Software Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA, invites applications for one full-time, Post-Doctoral Teaching/Research Scholar appointment as a Full-Time Lecturer. This primarily teaching development program seeks to attract and prepare outstanding individuals with completed PhDs for a successful career in computer science and software engineering academia by gaining teaching experience and training at a premier teaching-oriented computer science and engineering institution. Participants will primarily engage in teaching activities in fundamental or specialized computer science and software engineering courses appropriate to their preparation. They will also be supported through mentorship by experienced educators and through the University's Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. Although the position primarily gives instructional training and experience, teaching will be reduced by 20%-25% from a full-time position to allow participants to engage in scholarly pursuits in partnership and collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering. This is a full academic year appointment (September to June) starting in September 2023 with the possibility of a one-year extension. This is a unique opportunity for PhD recipients with an interdisciplinary mindset to join a unique institution that values undergraduate education and applied research activities. This apprenticeship position will be hired at the rank of Lecturer B with an anticipated annual salary of $64,860 paid in 12 monthly installments of $5,405. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as the ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings, is required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS University teaching experience. Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities. SPECIAL CONDITIONS The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on the potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, (3) diversity statement, (4) copy of unofficial transcripts of terminal degree, and (5) statement of teaching philosophy. If applicable, please attach a list of CSU/university courses taught and/or courses requesting consideration to teach to the online faculty application. Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the application. Selected applicants will be required to submit sealed official transcripts prior to the appointment. For further questions please contact: Dr. Chris Lupo (*****************). Review begins June 26, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Advertised: May 25 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close:
    $64.9k yearly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • Error Correction Simulation Research Scientist, Quantum AI

    Google LLC 4.8company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    XNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Goleta, CA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA. Minimum qualifications: * PhD degree in Physics, a quantum information related field, or equivalent practical experience. * Experience with numerical components or technical work related to numerical modeling. * Experience with software engineering, including version control and testing. * Experience with quantum mechanics and quantum information. * One or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals, or public repositories. Preferred qualifications: * 2 years of coding experience in Python or C++. * 1 year of experience owning and initiating research agendas. * Experience in high performance scientific computing, cloud computing. * Experience in quantum error correction, including in clifford simulators. * Experience with simulations of open quantum systems. About the job The Google Quantum AI modeling team is developing theoretical and numerical models to support the design, calibration, and operation of our superconducting qubit-based processors. These models are essential as they provide an understanding of the physical phenomena that occur in our devices. Our work lies at the intersection of physical insight, metrology, and engineering, and is necessary for the success of Google Quantum AI's mission to build a useful, error-corrected quantum computer. As a Research Scientist in Quantum Error Correction and Simulations, you will extend our capabilities to accurately model our future devices at the largest scales, help us understand the expected performance of our error corrected devices. You will be informing future device designs and hardware goals. You will improve our capability to predict the performance of large error correction experiments. In this role, you'll also actively contribute to the wider research community by sharing and publishing your findings, with ideas inspired by internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes all over the world. The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,000-$200,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google. Responsibilities * Work with experimentalists to simulate and explain existing error-correction experiments. * Develop error budgets of how physical errors contribute to logical error rates. * Integrate new error mechanisms into simulation infrastructure to explain current and future device performance. * Support development of new classical simulators (e.g., going beyond Pauli twirling to include coherent effects). * Develop and improve software interfaces between the simulations codebase and other codebases used by hardware and other teams to run end-to-end device simulations incorporating comprehensive error models. Optimize device design, evaluate error mitigation techniques and error correction protocols, and inform component-level performance goals for future Quantum AI milestones. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form. Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
    $183k-241k yearly est. 11d ago
  • Senior Environmental Biologist

    Stantec Inc. 4.5company rating

    Research Scientist Job In Santa Maria, CA

    Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, Stantec's experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a consulting biologist with a minimum of 10 years of experience to join our southern California Ecosystems Group by operating out of our San Diego, California office. We welcome a talented and collaborative team member with demonstrable experience in southern California and elsewhere. As a Senior-level Biologist with Stantec, you will work in a highly dynamic team environment with other biologists/ecologists/water resource specialists, and land planning and regulatory experts. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work; it may also involve field work during construction of projects and implementation of ecosystem restoration projects. In this position, you will be responsible for the contribution and management of multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of siting and licensing of energy production, including renewable energy, and electric and gas transmission projects, as well as natural resource planning and management projects. As a Senior Biologist, you will oversee and provide expertise in field biology, regulatory strategy, CEQA/NEPA analysis, and permitting strategy. Specific background and expertise should consist of strong botanical, wetland, or wildlife technical expertise, familiarity and experience with regulatory permitting, and project and client management. This position requires coordination with clients, resource agencies, and environmental and technical staff. What You Will Do for Stantec As a Senior Biologist: + You will manage projects, supervise staff, lead and mentor project field teams, and provide support to other project managers undertaking renewable energy, oil and gas, and other development projects. + You will schedule, assist, and/or lead teams for field tasks, as needed, such as botanical surveys, special-status species surveys/inventories, nesting bird surveys, vegetation community assessments and mapping, jurisdictional waters delineations and assessments, and compliance monitoring. + You will provide guidance to junior staff, including providing training recommendations, coaching, and mentoring. + You will plan, prepare, and review technical reports or portions of larger environmental assessments. + You will work with business development teams and lead efforts to respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) including defining the scope of work, associated cost, and compiling relevant sections of proposal documents + You will contribute to our corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees + You will coordinate with clients and regulators to communicate results of various survey efforts and technical reports. + You will lead development of permitting strategies, permit application packages, and agency negotiations. + You will assist teams and lead efforts in pursuing and contributing to new business opportunities and effective technical proposals. + The role has a target 75-80% direct project utilization goal. + Occasional overnight travel may be required within and outside of southern California. Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials You are a biologist or natural resources management specialist and have a minimum 10 years of related experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility in conducting biological resources surveys and preparing technical reports. Your skills should include: + Demonstrable experience in all aspects of project management, biological impact assessment and mitigation strategy development, and preparation and review of biological resources documents. + Demonstrable experience in providing strong support and collaboration in delivering high quality work products to multi-disciplinary project teams within project scope, budget and schedule expectations. + Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills. + Business development acumen with established relationships with clients and regulatory agency staff and/or the capability of successfully developing and maintaining these relationships. + Significant experience in reviewing and analyzing scientific data, maps, and drawings with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. + Significant demonstrable background, knowledge, and experience with the flora, fauna, and vegetative communities of southern California; experience in other areas of California, including desert regions and elsewhere will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in conducting floristic botanical surveys, reconnaissance wildlife surveys, and species-specific protocol surveys; experience/permits with Chino checkerspot butterfly, arroyo toad, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, Mohave ground squirrel, small mammal trapping, and/or desert tortoise will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in preparing technical documentation including biological survey reports, technical memoranda, Biological Resources Technical Reports (BRTRs), jurisdictional waters delineations and Aquatic Resources Delineation Reports (ARDRs), and/or biological resources sections for CEQA/NEPA documents + Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and processes, particularly in southern California, such as: + California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA) + Federal and California Endangered Species Act (FESA/CESA) + Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (MBTA/BGEPA) + Clean Water Act (CWA) + Porter-Cologne Act + California Fish and Game Code (FGC) + California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Programs (CCA/LCPs) + Significant experience in preparation of regulatory permit applications such as Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs), Fish and Game Code Section 1600 Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, and/or federal/state Incidental Take Permits (ITPs). + Demonstrated experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or linear infrastructure projects in the western United States. + Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to commercial (primarily conventional or renewable energy generation/transmission) siting and licensing or environmental permitting of other infrastructure projects. + Experience in working on construction projects, compliance monitoring, environmental training, interpretation and application of regulatory requirements, and post-construction monitoring/reporting on small to large projects. + Experience with using GPS/GIS technology to collect biological survey data, map vegetation communities, and/or delineate jurisdictional waters. + Possession of a California Scientific Collecting Permit, State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and or federal Recovery Permit for special-status species will be considered a plus. + Wetland delineation training certificate will be considered a plus. + Must have ability to occasionally travel. + Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record. + A medical physical and/or drug and alcohol screening may be required for some project assignments. + OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification is a plus Education and Experience BS (MS degree preferred) in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field with minimum of 10 years of experience. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. _This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._ Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's' talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Salary Range(s): * CA Other Areas $91,100 - CA Other Areas $136,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC) The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. _The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._ Primary Location : United States-California-San Diego Other Locations : United States-California-Monrovia, United States-California-Bakersfield, United States-California-Santa Ana, United States-California-Santa Maria, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Santa Barbara, United States-California-Irvine, United States-California-San Bernardino Organization : BC-1858 EnvSvcs-US West S California Employee Status : Regular Job Level : Manager Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Jan 31, 2025, 3:50:45 PM Req ID: 250000GY #additional Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
    $91.1k-136.6k yearly 8d ago
  • AMO Physics Error Modeling Research Scientist, Quantum AI

    Google LLC 4.8company rating

    Research Scientist Job 48 miles from Santa Maria

    XNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Goleta, CA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Mountain View, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA. Minimum qualifications: * PhD degree in Physics, Quantum Information, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. * 2 years of experience leading a research agenda. * Experience with the physics of neutral atom quantum computing (i.e., neutral atom, Rydberg atoms, atomic physics, AMO physics). * Experience with software development and simulating quantum systems. * Experience in theoretical quantum physics (e.g., quantum mechanics, quantum field theory, condensed matter physics). * One or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals, or public repositories. Preferred qualifications: * Experience with C++ or other programming languages. * Experience with quantum error correction (QEC) experimental implementations. * Experience in software engineering best practices. * Familiarity with quantum information theory and quantum error correction. About the job As an organization, Google maintains a portfolio of research projects driven by fundamental research, new product innovation, product contribution and infrastructure goals, while providing individuals and teams the freedom to emphasize specific types of work. As a Research Scientist, you'll setup large-scale tests and deploy promising ideas quickly and broadly, managing deadlines and deliverables while applying the latest theories to develop new and improved products, processes, or technologies. From creating experiments and prototyping implementations to designing new architectures, our research scientists work on real-world problems that span the breadth of computer science, such as machine (and deep) learning, data mining, natural language processing, hardware and software performance analysis, improving compilers for mobile platforms, as well as core search and much more. As a Research Scientist, you'll also actively contribute to the wider research community by sharing and publishing your findings, with ideas inspired by internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes all over the world. Our technology is focused on surface code error correction implemented using superconducting quantum bit architectures. The Numerical Modeling team's mission is to develop and leverage numerical physical models to comprehensively and accurately predict device performance. Our team is seeking a skilled theoretical physicist with expertise in neutral atom quantum computing and Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics to help us expand our predictive modeling capabilities to encompass various quantum computing platforms. In this role, you will be responsible for developing models that can accurately forecast quantum error correction error rates as these platforms increase in scale. The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $161,000-$239,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google. Responsibilities * Develop theoretical and numerical noise models of neutral atom systems, incorporating relevant AMO physics principles. * Collaborate with other theorists to analyze the performance of quantum error correction codes using theoretical models and simulations. * Stay informed about the latest advancements in AMO physics and quantum error correction. * Identify new and upcoming research areas by interacting with potential external and internal collaborators. Help in developing long-term research strategy and plans to expand the impact of Google research. * Author research papers to share and generate impact of research results in the research community. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google's Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy, Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal, Belonging at Google, and How we hire. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form. Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
    $183k-241k yearly est. 17d ago
  • Senior Environmental Biologist

    Stantec Inc. 4.5company rating

    Research Scientist Job In Santa Maria, CA

    Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, Stantec's experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a consulting biologist with a minimum of 10 years of experience to join our southern California Ecosystems Group by operating out of our San Diego, California office. We welcome a talented and collaborative team member with demonstrable experience in southern California and elsewhere. As a Senior-level Biologist with Stantec, you will work in a highly dynamic team environment with other biologists/ecologists/water resource specialists, and land planning and regulatory experts. This position will include opportunities for both field and office work; it may also involve field work during construction of projects and implementation of ecosystem restoration projects. In this position, you will be responsible for the contribution and management of multi-disciplinary project teams in all phases of the execution and delivery of siting and licensing of energy production, including renewable energy, and electric and gas transmission projects, as well as natural resource planning and management projects. As a Senior Biologist, you will oversee and provide expertise in field biology, regulatory strategy, CEQA/NEPA analysis, and permitting strategy. Specific background and expertise should consist of strong botanical, wetland, or wildlife technical expertise, familiarity and experience with regulatory permitting, and project and client management. This position requires coordination with clients, resource agencies, and environmental and technical staff. What You Will Do for Stantec As a Senior Biologist: + You will manage projects, supervise staff, lead and mentor project field teams, and provide support to other project managers undertaking renewable energy, oil and gas, and other development projects. + You will schedule, assist, and/or lead teams for field tasks, as needed, such as botanical surveys, special-status species surveys/inventories, nesting bird surveys, vegetation community assessments and mapping, jurisdictional waters delineations and assessments, and compliance monitoring. + You will provide guidance to junior staff, including providing training recommendations, coaching, and mentoring. + You will plan, prepare, and review technical reports or portions of larger environmental assessments. + You will work with business development teams and lead efforts to respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) including defining the scope of work, associated cost, and compiling relevant sections of proposal documents + You will contribute to our corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees + You will coordinate with clients and regulators to communicate results of various survey efforts and technical reports. + You will lead development of permitting strategies, permit application packages, and agency negotiations. + You will assist teams and lead efforts in pursuing and contributing to new business opportunities and effective technical proposals. + The role has a target 75-80% direct project utilization goal. + Occasional overnight travel may be required within and outside of southern California. Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials You are a biologist or natural resources management specialist and have a minimum 10 years of related experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility in conducting biological resources surveys and preparing technical reports. Your skills should include: + Demonstrable experience in all aspects of project management, biological impact assessment and mitigation strategy development, and preparation and review of biological resources documents. + Demonstrable experience in providing strong support and collaboration in delivering high quality work products to multi-disciplinary project teams within project scope, budget and schedule expectations. + Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills. + Business development acumen with established relationships with clients and regulatory agency staff and/or the capability of successfully developing and maintaining these relationships. + Significant experience in reviewing and analyzing scientific data, maps, and drawings with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. + Significant demonstrable background, knowledge, and experience with the flora, fauna, and vegetative communities of southern California; experience in other areas of California, including desert regions and elsewhere will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in conducting floristic botanical surveys, reconnaissance wildlife surveys, and species-specific protocol surveys; experience/permits with Chino checkerspot butterfly, arroyo toad, burrowing owl, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, Mohave ground squirrel, small mammal trapping, and/or desert tortoise will be considered a plus. + Significant experience in preparing technical documentation including biological survey reports, technical memoranda, Biological Resources Technical Reports (BRTRs), jurisdictional waters delineations and Aquatic Resources Delineation Reports (ARDRs), and/or biological resources sections for CEQA/NEPA documents + Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and processes, particularly in southern California, such as: + California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA) + Federal and California Endangered Species Act (FESA/CESA) + Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (MBTA/BGEPA) + Clean Water Act (CWA) + Porter-Cologne Act + California Fish and Game Code (FGC) + California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Programs (CCA/LCPs) + Significant experience in preparation of regulatory permit applications such as Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs), Fish and Game Code Section 1600 Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, and/or federal/state Incidental Take Permits (ITPs). + Demonstrated experience leading environmental permitting of energy facilities, pipelines, and/or linear infrastructure projects in the western United States. + Demonstrated technical competence and project experience in natural resource fields applicable to commercial (primarily conventional or renewable energy generation/transmission) siting and licensing or environmental permitting of other infrastructure projects. + Experience in working on construction projects, compliance monitoring, environmental training, interpretation and application of regulatory requirements, and post-construction monitoring/reporting on small to large projects. + Experience with using GPS/GIS technology to collect biological survey data, map vegetation communities, and/or delineate jurisdictional waters. + Possession of a California Scientific Collecting Permit, State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and or federal Recovery Permit for special-status species will be considered a plus. + Wetland delineation training certificate will be considered a plus. + Must have ability to occasionally travel. + Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record. + A medical physical and/or drug and alcohol screening may be required for some project assignments. + OSHA HAZWOPER 40 certification is a plus Education and Experience BS (MS degree preferred) in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field with minimum of 10 years of experience. Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. _This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._ Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Salary Range(s): * CA Other Areas $91,100 - CA Other Areas $136,600 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC) The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. _The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._ Primary Location : United States-California-Bakersfield Other Locations : United States-California-Monrovia, United States-California-Santa Ana, United States-California-Santa Maria, United States-California-San Diego, United States-California-Ventura, United States-California-Pasadena, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-California-Santa Barbara, United States-California-Irvine, United States-California-San Bernardino Organization : BC-1858 EnvSvcs-US West S California Employee Status : Regular Job Level : Manager Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Jan 31, 2025, 3:49:47 PM Req ID: 250000H0 #additional Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
    $91.1k-136.6k yearly 8d ago

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