Lead Scientist, R&D
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we're passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.
At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including potential bonus opportunities, equity awards, commission, and a comprehensive benefits package based on the position.
Base Compensation Range: $116,750 - $146,000
*In addition, you qualify for:
Annual bonus opportunity of 17% based on company performance
Annual equity award of $17,500
Outstanding Benefits and Perks
We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:
Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options, Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
Company paid life insurance and AD&D
Flexible Time Off Policy
Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
This position supports Mesa's SDC business. Our Sterilization and Disinfection Control division manufactures and sells biological and chemical indicators that assess the effectiveness of sterilization and disinfection processes for pharmaceutical, healthcare, and dental industries.
Job Summary
The Lead Scientist, R&D - Sterilization & Disinfection Control Division at Mesa Labs is a player/coach technical leadership role responsible for driving innovation, product development, and scientific advancement within the cleaning and sterilization products portfolio. This individual leads a team of scientists focused on developing and optimizing biological (spores) and chemical indicator technologies used in healthcare and life sciences applications. The role helps to guide upstream R&D activities including research & feasibility studies, formulation development, method validation, design of experiments (DOE), and design transfer to manufacturing, while ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. Collaborating closely with Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations, the R&D Lead plays a critical role in helping develop and sustain key products supporting customers maintain infection control and patient safety.
Duties/Responsibilities
Scientific Leadership: Serve as the technical and scientific lead for biological and chemical indicator development, guiding research direction and ensuring scientific integrity across projects.
Method Development & Validation: Lead the design and validation of microbiological and chemical test methods used in sterilization monitoring, ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and regulatory compliance.
Formulation Expertise: Oversee the development and optimization of indicator formulations, including microbial strain selection, carrier materials, and chemical reactants.
Technical Problem Solving: Provide expert-level support in troubleshooting complex technical challenges related to product performance, stability, and manufacturing processes, including statistical analysis to drive decision making.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams to translate scientific findings into manufacturable and commercially viable products.
Documentation & Reporting: Author and review technical documentation including protocols, validation reports, and scientific publications to support product development and compliance.
Innovation & Technology Scouting: Stay current with emerging technologies, scientific literature, and industry trends to inform future product innovation and maintain Mesa's leadership in sterilization monitoring. Also provides technical expertise for key customer and standards setting bodies.
Mentorship & Development: Mentor junior scientists and technical staff, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, curiosity, and continuous learning.
Experience/Education
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
10+ years (with Master's degree); or 6+ years (with Ph.D.) relevant experience; with 3+ years hands-on experience in biological or chemical indicator development, sterilization science, or related microbiological/chemical research.
Proven track record of successfully developing multiple regulated products from concept through tech transfer and commercialization handoff
Proficiency in designing and executing laboratory experiments, method development, and data analysis, including the use of statistical methods to drive experiments and conclusions.
Strong documentation skills, including technical writing for protocols, validation reports, and supporting regulatory submissions.
Outstanding communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences, including mentorship of scientific peers
Fluent in English
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (Approx. 10-15% of time)
Preferred Qualifications
Cleaning and/or sterilization product development experience
Understanding of microbiology and/or sterilization applications in biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, and/or healthcare settings
Materials science experience
Experience in GMP/GLP-regulated environments with knowledge of quality systems (ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA QSR)
Familiarity with stage-gate, Agile, or other structured product development methodologies
Physical Demands
Standing or sitting: For extended periods in laboratories or offices
Using computers: Typing and using the computer for extended periods to prepare submissions and analyze regulatory documents
Manual dexterity: Handling instruments, samples, and data analysis tools
Equipment: Handling and maintaining scientific instruments
Bending and reaching: Accessing equipment or storage areas
Lifting: Occasionally handling lab equipment or materials
Repetitive motions: Conducting repetitive document review and data entry tasks
Travel: as required to locations with both domestic and international travel
Environmental Conditions
Workspace: Climate control (air conditioning or heating) to ensure comfort
Lighting: Artificial lighting and must be able to see different colors
Noise Levels: Light
Ergonomics: Designed to support tasks such as pipetting, analyzing samples, and preparing reagents, often requiring precise movements; primarily office-based work with computer workstation
Climate: Regulated temperature, humidity, and cleanliness to ensure accurate results
Safety: Must adhere to safety protocols, including wearing protective gear (gloves, lab coats, goggles) and handling chemicals or biological materials carefully when visiting laboratory or manufacturing areas
Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Please note that Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.
Principal Data Scientist
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Description & Requirements We now have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Data Scientist to join the Maximus AI Accelerator supporting both the enterprise and our clients. We are looking for an accomplished hands-on individual contributor and team player to be a part of the AI Accelerator team.
You will be responsible for architecting and optimizing scalable, secure AI systems and integrating AI models in production using MLOps best practices, ensuring systems are resilient, compliant, and efficient. This role requires strong systems thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage risk and change in complex environments. Success depends on cross-functional collaboration, strategic communication, and adaptability in fast-paced, evolving technology landscapes.
This position will be focused on strategic company-wide initiatives but will also play a role in project delivery and capture solutioning (i.e., leaning in on existing or future projects and providing solutioning to capture new work.)
This position requires occasional travel to the DC area for client meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Make deep dives into the data, pulling out objective insights for business leaders.
- Initiate, craft, and lead advanced analyses of operational data.
- Provide a strong voice for the importance of data-driven decision making.
- Provide expertise to others in data wrangling and analysis.
- Convert complex data into visually appealing presentations.
- Develop and deploy advanced methods to analyze operational data and derive meaningful, actionable insights for stakeholders and business development partners.
- Understand the importance of automation and look to implement and initiate automated solutions where appropriate.
- Initiate and take the lead on AI/ML initiatives as well as develop AI/ML code for projects.
- Utilize various languages for scripting and write SQL queries. Serve as the primary point of contact for data and analytical usage across multiple projects.
- Guide operational partners on product performance and solution improvement/maturity options.
- Participate in intra-company data-related initiatives as well as help foster and develop relationships throughout the organization.
- Learn new skills in advanced analytics/AI/ML tools, techniques, and languages.
- Mentor more junior data analysts/data scientists as needed.
- Apply strategic approach to lead projects from start to finish;
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- Develop, collaborate, and advance the applied and responsible use of AI, ML and data science solutions throughout the enterprise and for our clients by finding the right fit of tools, technologies, processes, and automation to enable effective and efficient solutions for each unique situation.
- Contribute and lead the creation, curation, and promotion of playbooks, best practices, lessons learned and firm intellectual capital.
- Contribute to efforts across the enterprise to support the creation of solutions and real mission outcomes leveraging AI capabilities from Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, LLMs and classical machine learning.
- Contribute to the development of mathematically rigorous process improvement procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge and evaluation of the AI technology landscape and emerging. developments and their applicability for use in production/operational environments.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field required.
- 10-12 years of relevant professional experience required.
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- 10+ years of relevant Software Development + AI / ML / DS experience.
- Professional Programming experience (e.g. Python, R, etc.).
- Experience in two of the following: Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, and/or Classical ML.
- Experience with API programming.
- Experience with Linux.
- Experience with Statistics.
- Experience with Classical Machine Learning.
- Experience working as a contributor on a team.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Masters or BS in quantitative discipline (e.g. Math, Physics, Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, etc.).
- Experience developing machine learning or signal processing algorithms:
- Ability to leverage mathematical principles to model new and novel behaviors.
- Ability to leverage statistics to identify true signals from noise or clutter.
- Experience working as an individual contributor in AI.
- Use of state-of-the-art technology to solve operational problems in AI and Machine Learning.
- Strong knowledge of data structures, common computing infrastructures/paradigms (stand alone and cloud), and software engineering principles.
- Ability to design custom solutions in the AI and Advanced Analytics sphere for customers. This includes the ability to scope customer needs, identify currently existing technologies, and develop custom software solutions to fill any gaps in available off the shelf solutions.
- Ability to build reference implementations of operational AI & Advanced Analytics processing solutions.
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
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234,960.00
Easy ApplyEmbryologist (per diem) - REI/Fertility - Bozeman
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
You'll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet Recognition consecutively since 2006.
And you'll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!
You can make a difference here.
About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.
Your Benefits
We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide.
Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence
Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more!
Pre-Employment Requirements
All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Click here to learn more!
Embryologist (per diem) - REI/Fertility - Bozeman
REI/FERTILITY BOZEMAN - 600.7610 (BILLINGS CLINIC BOZEMAN AMBULATORY)
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Shift: Day
Employment Status: Per Diem
Hours per Pay Period: 0.01 = per diem (as needed) (Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage DOE
Contributes to/in the daily operations of the in-vitro fertilization (IVF) laboratory. Performs clinical embryology procedures under the supervision of the Senior Embryologist and Lab Director.
Essential Job Functions
* Egg retrieval support and oocyte identification.
* Conventional insemination and ICSI.
* Fertilization checks and embryo grading.
* Embryo transfer preparation and support.
* Embryo freezing and thawing.
* Learning and assisting in oocyte vitrification/warming and biopsy.
* Handle and process semen samples for ART procedures (e.g., IVF, IUI).
* Identify sperm from TESE/MESA and manage cryopreservation.
* Apply aseptic techniques and ensure safe handling of potentially infectious specimens.
* Monitor laboratory equipment, media, and supplies.
* Enter clinical data accurately into lab software and EMRs.
* Maintain detailed patient logs and QA/QC records.
* Assist with laboratory ordering, stocking, and documentation.
* Ensure all activities follow established lab protocols and regulatory guidelines.
* Provide support for inspections and quality audits as needed.
* Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic's mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates to the environment, employee, patient safety or job performance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
* Minimum 4 Year, Bachelors Degree Biology or related field
Experience
* 3 years of Clinical embryology experience.
* Experience with standard IVF lab procedures including ICSI and embryo freezing/thawing.
* Specialized training or experience in human IVF techniques.
* Possess strong computer literacy for, and application of, lab software and data entry.
Billings Clinic is Montana's largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at ******************************
Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer, that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.
Research Associate or Research Scientist/Engineer
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Conduct, report, and publish (when applicable) scientific/engineering research projects in applied optics, photonics and quantum technologies, including conducting independent research, conducting research as a team member, and leading a team of researchers. Supervise teams of undergraduate and graduate student researchers on research projects, including assigning tasks, providing technical assistance and advice, and following up on task completion and reporting. Depending on the positions title, individual experience and qualification, collaborate with research teams to develop new areas of applied optics, quantum optics and photonics research and actively contribute to obtaining funding through successful research proposals as a key contributor on the proposed work. Interact productively with research team, with MSU faculty, or with local companies with the goal of developing and/or helping to commercialize new technologies. Execute assignments and tasks that are specialized and advanced in nature with minimum supervision.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Data Scientist
Scientist job in Belgrade, MT
Key Responsibilities: * Between two and six years of relevant experience; * DS/ML/AI products design, prototyping, development, deployment, upgrades, maintenance rebuilding/retraining, customizations, etc. for all DS/ML/AI-driven solutions; * Data sources and data partners R&D: identification, research, cleansing, evaluation, patterns recognition, feature prototyping and integration into DS/ML/AI solutions. Analyse data for trends and patterns and interpret data with a clear business objective in mind;
* New DS, ML, and AI technologies, techniques and solutions R&D: research, evaluation and application within DS/ML/AI solutions. Take the initiative to experiment with various technologies and tools with the vision of creating innovative data-driven insights for the business;
* Actively work with Data Engineering teams and Data Architects to provide and explain requirements (as DS is a stakeholder for almost all DE initiatives), and to ensure quality and robustness of production and customer-facing solutions;
* Continuous development and management of the DS R&D ecosystem and infrastructure;
* Continuous support of customers' meetings, managing the feedback loop with the customers, labelled data feedback, and corresponding ML/AI logic and solutions improvements, production deployment and corresponding communication with the customer, etc;
Essential educational, R&D and communications skills:
* BSc degree (preferred MSc or PhD) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or Physics, Probability and/or Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical or quantitative discipline/field;
* Main technologies used by the team: Python, R, Scala, Databricks, Spark, AWS (S3, Lambda, Glue (based on Apache Spark), SageMaker, etc.), Cassandra and SQL Server etc;
* Excellent research skills and ability to learn new skills;
* Attention to detail and ability to consider tasks from multiple angles to produce robust analyses;
* Excellent cooperative skills and ability to work in a team environment/team player;
* Strong ability to work in an autonomous environment;
* Excellent organizational skills;
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and Serbian.
We are offering
* Good compensation - Competitive € salary plus benefits package.
* Development opportunities.
* Challenging but also a friendly working environment.
* And much, much more...
About BICS
BICS is connecting the world by creating reliable and secure mobile experiences anytime, anywhere. We are a leading international communications enabler, one of the key global voice carriers and the leading provider of mobile data services worldwide.
Our solutions are essential for supporting the modern lifestyle of today's device-hungry consumer - from global mobile connectivity, seamless roaming experiences, fraud prevention and authentication, to global messaging and the Internet of Things.
Pioneering into the future of Next Generation communications. We have achieved a series of World's Firsts successes with the launch of the first LTE Roaming relation or the first VoLTE International call between Europe and Asia, to name a few.
With a diverse and multicultural team of about 600 employees, we continuously strive to provide customers with the highest level of quality, reliability, and interoperability, enabling them to maximize their end-user value.
About Proximus Global
Proximus Global, combining the strengths of Telesign, BICS, and Route Mobile, is transforming the future of communications and digital identity. Together, our solutions fuel innovation across the world's largest companies and emerging brands. Our unrivalled global reach empowers businesses to create engaging experiences with built-in fraud protection across the entire customer lifecycle.
Our comprehensive suite of solutions - from our super network for voice, messaging, and data, to 5G and IoT; and from verification and intelligence to CPaaS for personalised omnichannel engagement - enables businesses and communities to thrive. Reaching over 5 billion subscribers, securing more than 180 billion transactions annually, and connecting 1,000+ destinations, we honour our commitment to connect, protect and engage everyone, everywhere.
Auto-ApplyData Scientist
Scientist job in Belgrade, MT
Do you want to apply statistical reasoning, probabilistic modelling, and machine-learning techniques to understand player behaviour, evaluate game changes, and guide product decisions? We're looking for a Data Scientist whose strong programming skills and practical analytical experience will enable them to build reliable data systems, automate workflows, and develop models and simulations that help the team make faster and more confident decisions.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU'LL MAKE:
* As a Data Scientist, you will take meaningful ownership in shaping how our games evolve, how we use data throughout the game-making process, and how we introduce modern Data Science practices into daily decision-making. With several years of hands-on experience behind you, you'll confidently partner with the Product Manager and the broader game team to ensure that decisions are grounded in high-quality data, clear insights, and robust analytical methods. This role blends elements of data engineering and business analytics, with a focus on data science, giving you end-to-end responsibility across the data lifecycle, from how information is captured and transformed to how it is interpreted, automated, and ultimately used to influence player experience and game strategy.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
* Data Science [~50%]
* Performing Causal inference (Econometrics, double ML, etc.), with a main focus on AB testing
* Modelling user behaviour from real data and using it to power simulations you develop, representing parts of the game. In the process, you will be relying on game theory, applied probability and statistics, and programming
* Applied Classical Machine Learning (from solving complex problems to building production-ready standalone tools and systems)
* Data engineering [~15%]
* Telemetry design, to ensure that new changes in the game are properly and consistently captured by the data
* Writing data transformations and maintaining game data quality
* Business Analytics [~35%]
* Making Reports and Dashboards, with a strong emphasis on automation and reliability
* Performing Business Monitoring and alerting, with a focus on automation, scalability, and maintainability of the solution
* Performing Data analysis (from explorational to explanatory)
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH:
* You'll partner closely with the Product Manager, Game Designers, Developers and the rest of the game team to ensure that decisions are grounded in high-quality data, clear insights, and robust analytical methods.
WE ARE A MATCH, IF YOU:
* Have 3+ years of experience in Data Science or a related field
* Have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other quantitative fields
* Advanced knowledge of any data visualisation tool (such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Qlik, …), as well as visualisation best practices
* Have experience with any OOP, as well as Python or R, and SQL.
* Have strong knowledge of Statistics and Machine Learning concepts
* Love playing games, or following the Gaming industry
BONUS POINTS:
* Generative or Agentic AI projects
* Any experience with cloud computing (such as GCP, AWS, Azure, …) for ML and data infrastructure, big data tools (such as Databricks, Snowflake, Spark, Hadoop, …), or proficiency in MLOps (model deployment, versioning, CI/CD)
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
* The team behind the game: transparency and trust from day one, paired with a strong sense of teamwork- that's the essence of who we are. It's not just what you do - it's how you do it and who you do it with. With 280+ teammates from around the world, we're on a mission to bring the joy of winning to millions.
* We make your life at Nordeus hassle-free: enjoy Nordeus provided breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages, a fully-equipped gym, organized sports activities (yoga, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, basketball, football), an ergonomic workstation, top-notch tech equipment (including laptop, mobile phone and bill coverage, and other tech), a kids' playroom, a music corner, board and video games + latest consoles.
* Perks? We've got plenty: premium private medical insurance for you and your family, flexible working hours, take-what-you-need vacation policy, offsites abroad for the whole company, fully-paid maternity and paternity leave, employee stock purchase plan, access to L&D platforms and opportunities and many more.
* Make your mark on games played by millions: with over 300M registered users, Top Eleven is the world's most successful football management game. Golf Rival, with more than 60M registered users, is the #2 mobile golf game, aiming to claim the top spot. With one more game in the works, we are continuing our efforts to create powerful mobile sports gaming experiences built to last.
* Meaningful career experience: work with experienced game makers and mentors who will support you from day one, helping you map a career path that's true to you.
* Impact beyond the screen: It is not just about us. We are part of something bigger than a job. We create a better future for generations to come through the efforts of the Nordeus Foundation.
GOOD TO KNOW:
* This is a hybrid, on-site position based in Belgrade.
* If you are not a Serbian citizen, we offer a relocation package.
Product Data Scientist, Search Quality (London, Belgrade, Berlin)
Scientist job in Belgrade, MT
Perplexity is looking for an experienced Product Data Scientist to accelerate the development of advanced search technologies. You will identify robust and sensitive signals from user behavior to help us gather insights from A/B experiment data more efficiently.
Responsibilities
* Develop data-driven insights from user behavior to inform our product roadmap and accelerate adoption
* Formulate hypotheses and validate them by designing, running, and analyzing A/B tests
* Determine appropriate metrics and visualizations for tracking, and implement them in dashboards
* Design new pipelines that will help to deliver better ranking quality. From discovering new signals, producing metrics and construct data labeling pipelines with human and LLM feedback
Qualifications
* 4+ years of experience working as a data analyst or in a related role
* Experience working on search-related products, with emphasis on designing online metrics and analyzing A/B experiments
* Strong Python skills (expected to write production-grade code)
* Proficiency with SQL
* Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) tools
* Deep knowledge of statistics
Preferred Qualifications
* Proficiency with Apache Spark
* Experience with Databricks
* Experience with development of LLM-as-a-judge systems
Clinical Lab Scientist- BSMC (FT- 0.9 FTE, Night Shift)
Scientist job in Big Sky, MT
The Clinical Lab Scientist performs maintenance, calibration and quality control in a wide variety of clinical laboratory settings. Performs analysis on blood and other body fluids. Reviews and analyzes data from calibration, quality control and patient testing. Collaborates with all clinical staff to ensure high quality and accurate ordering, collection, labeling and testing of lab specimens. Assist in training of students and new staff. May act as Team Lead who is responsible for the evaluation of quality control data, calibration data, proficiently testing and instrument maintenance records within their specific department. Treat healthcare providers, patients and co-workers with an eye towards achieving high level of customer service and satisfaction.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required
B.S. degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or if licensed before 2010; related science curriculum or qualifications received sufficient to obtain Montana Licensure
Montana Licensure (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)
Preferred
Certified Clinical Lab Scientist, Medical Technologist (ASCP or equivalent)
Essential Job Functions:
In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
Calibrate and operate automated laboratory instruments.
Perform manual testing according to written procedures.
Stains and interprets blood smears of other biological specimens
Performs laboratory tests in each area of the laboratory on a rotation basis
Enter, approve and validate results and manipulate data in the Laboratory Information System.
Monitors results, quality control and instrument conditions, investigating outliers and deviations.
Troubleshoot and repair instruments, assist with developing new procedures, orientation and training.
Prepare reagents and controls.
Calibrate and operate instruments and perform manual testing according to written procedures as requested by leadership.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment
Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines
Schedule Requirements
This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.
Physical Requirements
Lifting (Rarely - 30 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.Sit (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.Stand (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.Walk (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Occasionally): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.Reach Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.Push/Pull (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.Exposures (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.*Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.
78044830 Core Lab (BSMC)
Auto-ApplyAssociate Scientist, R&D
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we're passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.
At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Base Compensation Range: $27.04/ hour - $33.77/ hour
This position is eligible for an annual 10% bonus opportunity in addition to the base salary
Outstanding Benefits and Perks:
We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:
* Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
* Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
* Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
* Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
* Company paid life insurance and AD&D
* 3 weeks of accrued vacation time; accruals begin on Day 1
* Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
* Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
* 401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
* Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
* Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
* Overtime opportunities
This position supports Mesa's SDC business. Our Sterilization and Disinfection Control division manufactures and sells biological and chemical indicators that assess the effectiveness of sterilization and disinfection processes for pharmaceutical, healthcare, and dental industries.
Job Summary
The Associate Scientist in R&D will contribute to the design, execution, and analysis of science based projects aimed at advancing product development initiatives. This role requires a strong foundation in scientific principles, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Duties/Responsibilities
Experimental Design and Execution:
* Develop and execute experiments to support product development and improvement.
* Design protocols and methodologies to test hypotheses and analyze results.
Data Collection and Analysis:
* Collect, record, and analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods.
* Interpret results and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
Documentation and Compliance:
* Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebooks in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
* Ensure all research activities adhere to relevant safety and regulatory guidelines.
Collaboration and Communication:
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs.
* Present research findings in team meetings and contribute to project planning discussions.
Literature Review and Research:
* Conduct literature reviews to stay informed about current trends and advancements in relevant scientific fields.
* Propose new research ideas and approaches based on findings from literature and experimental results.
Project Management:
* Assist in managing timelines and project deliverables to ensure research objectives are met.
* Contribute to project documentation, including protocols, reports, and presentations.
Equipment Maintenance:
* Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
* Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to experimental procedures.
Training and Mentorship:
* Support the training of interns, junior scientists, and lab personnel on laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
* Foster a collaborative and supportive laboratory environment.
Experience/Education
* Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field
* 0 - 1 year of professional experience.
Knowledge & Skillsets Required
* Familiarity with laboratory techniques such as PCR, chromatography, cell culture, and analytical assays.
* Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, GraphPad, statistical software).
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Please note that Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.
Embryologist - REI/Fertility - Bozeman
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
You'll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet Recognition consecutively since 2006.
And you'll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!
You can make a difference here.
About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.
Your Benefits
We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide.
Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence
Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more!
Pre-Employment Requirements
All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Click here to learn more!
Embryologist - REI/Fertility - Bozeman
REI/FERTILITY BOZEMAN - 600.7610 (BILLINGS CLINIC BOZEMAN AMBULATORY)
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Shift: Day
Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Exempt)
Starting Wage DOE
Contributes to/in the daily operations of the in-vitro fertilization (IVF) laboratory. Performs clinical embryology procedures under the supervision of the Senior Embryologist and Lab Director.
Essential Job Functions
* Egg retrieval support and oocyte identification.
* Conventional insemination and ICSI.
* Fertilization checks and embryo grading.
* Embryo transfer preparation and support.
* Embryo freezing and thawing.
* Learning and assisting in oocyte vitrification/warming and biopsy.
* Handle and process semen samples for ART procedures (e.g., IVF, IUI).
* Identify sperm from TESE/MESA and manage cryopreservation.
* Apply aseptic techniques and ensure safe handling of potentially infectious specimens.
* Monitor laboratory equipment, media, and supplies.
* Enter clinical data accurately into lab software and EMRs.
* Maintain detailed patient logs and QA/QC records.
* Assist with laboratory ordering, stocking, and documentation.
* Ensure all activities follow established lab protocols and regulatory guidelines.
* Provide support for inspections and quality audits as needed.
* Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic's mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates to the environment, employee, patient safety or job performance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
* Minimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Biology or related field
Experience
* 3 years of clinical embryology experience.
* Experience with standard IVF lab procedures including ICSI and embryo freezing/thawing.
* Specialized training or experience in human IVF techniques.
* Possess strong computer literacy for, and application of, lab software and data entry.
Billings Clinic is Montana's largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at ******************************
Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer, that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.
Research Scientist
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
The individual will design and execute complex research projects; implement advanced computational pipelines; develop new analytical tools for mobile genetic elements; support mouse and tick infection models; mentor undergraduate and graduate trainees; and contribute substantively to manuscripts, reports, and grant applications.The Research Scientist must be able to manage technically demanding projects with minimal supervision, demonstrate scientific creativity, and contribute to a highly collaborative laboratory environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Research Design, Execution, and Innovation
Independently design and conduct hypothesis-driven experiments relevant to phage induction, plasmid recombination, cp32 dynamics, antigenic variation, and Borrelia pathogenesis.
Develop new methodological approaches-both experimental and computational-to investigate surface-protein diversity, recombination events, and mobile genetic elements within the Lyme disease system.
Lead multiple concurrent research efforts requiring the integration of genomics, wet-lab experimentation, and animal-model data.
Genomics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Systems
Develop, deploy, and maintain high-throughput computational pipelines (Python, Bash, Linux/Unix) for Illumina, Nanopore, and hybrid genome assembly workflows.
Perform comparative genomics on plasmids, phages, and mobile genetic elements; identify CRISPR arrays, anti-phage systems, recombination events, and patterns of genome plasticity.
Build custom visualization tools (e.g., Plotly-Dash dashboards or equivalent) for data presentation and public-facing analytics.
Administer and maintain laboratory servers, software environments, containerized workflows, and data storage systems supporting large-volume sequencing datasets.
Develop and maintain relational data structures for sequencing metadata, phenotypic data, strain collections, and analytical outputs.
Molecular Microbiology and Wet-Lab Capabilities
Perform complex molecular biology workflows including recombinant DNA methods, cloning, PCR/qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing library construction, and phage purification.
Maintain and characterize diverse bacterial isolates, including plasmid-bearing strains, mutants, and engineered lines.
Develop protocols and SOPs for advanced laboratory techniques such as inducible phage purification, genomic library preparation, and molecular characterization of phage/host interactions.
Vector-Borne and Animal Model Experiments
Support tick-mouse model experiments, including tick feeding, infection establishment, tissue harvesting, recovery of spirochetes, and downstream genomic analyses.
Conduct mouse infection procedures (e.g., inoculation, monitoring, tissue collection) under IACUC protocols with high precision and strong documentation.
Integrate in vivo results with genomic and molecular datasets to analyze phage induction, recombination, immune evasion, and strain competitiveness.
Leadership, Mentoring, and Training
Mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate students in experimental design, molecular biology, microbiology, computational analysis, and data visualization.
Develop and deliver training modules or short workshops to onboard new researchers in laboratory procedures and computational tools.
Provide day-to-day guidance to junior personnel, fostering a collaborative, rigorous, and supportive research environment.
Scholarly Writing, Reporting, and Grant Support
Contribute substantially to manuscripts as a lead or co-author, including data analysis, figure preparation, and methods writing.
Prepare reports for funded federal grants, including progress summaries, data figures, and computational workflows.
Assist in the conception and writing of new grant proposals, generating preliminary data and novel computational methods where needed.
Present research findings at internal meetings, national conferences, and collaborative project discussions.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a closely related discipline.
Demonstrated excellence in genomic data analysis, including short-read and long-read assembly, annotation, and comparative genomics.
Proven experience in molecular microbiology including DNA/RNA workflows, cloning, mutagenesis, and microbial cultivation.
Demonstrated ability to independently design, troubleshoot, and complete technically complex research projects.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience with phage biology, plasmid biology, CRISPR systems, or other mobile genetic elements.
Experience developing custom computational tools, dashboards, or visualization platforms.
Experience with vector-borne or animal models of infection (e.g., mice, ticks).
Experience managing large biological repositories or strain collections.
Demonstrated track record of mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Experience with host-pathogen interactions, spirochete biology, or vector microbiology.
Strong proficiency in Python and Bash, Linux/Unix systems, and scripting for high-throughput analyses.
The Successful Candidate Will
Demonstrate initiative, creativity, and scientific independence.
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all research activities.
Communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Actively contribute to a safe and collaborative laboratory environment.
Manage time and resources effectively to meet research milestones.
Represent the laboratory professionally in internal and external interactions.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Completion of biosafety, animal-use, and laboratory safety training.
Flexibility to support experiments requiring occasional evening or weekend work (e.g., tick feedings).
Position is contingent on external grant funding.
Occasional travel for conferences or collaborator meetings.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?
Yes
Junior Data Scientist
Scientist job in Belgrade, MT
Do you want to apply statistical reasoning, probabilistic modelling, and machine-learning techniques to understand player behaviour, evaluate game changes, and guide product decisions? We're looking for a passionate Junior Data Scientist with strong programming skills and a hands-on analytical mindset, capable of building reliable data systems, automating analyses, and developing models and simulations that help the team make better, faster, and more confident decisions.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU'LL MAKE:
* As a Junior Data Scientist, you will play an important role in shaping how our games evolve and perform, how we use data in that process, and how we bring the Data Science magic into practice. This role blends elements of data engineering and business intelligence, with a focus on data science, giving you end-to-end ownership over how data is captured, transformed, interpreted, and ultimately used to influence the player experience and game strategy.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
* Performing Data analyses and Causal data inference, with a main focus on AB testing
* Modelling user behaviour from real data and using it to power simulations you develop, representing parts of the game. In the process, you will be relying on game theory, applied probability and statistics, and programming
* Applied Machine Learning, from solving complex problems to building production-ready standalone tools and systems
* Telemetry design, to ensure that new changes in the game are properly and consistently captured by the data, writing data transformations and maintaining game data quality
* Making Reports and Performing Business Monitoring, with a focus on automation
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH:
* You'll partner closely with the Product Manager, Game Designers, Developers and the rest of the game team to ensure that decisions are grounded in high-quality data, clear insights, and robust analytical methods.
WE ARE A MATCH, IF YOU:
* Are passionate about Data Science
* Have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or other quantitative fields
* Know Python, R, and SQL
* Have experience with any data visualization tool (such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Qlik, etc.), as well as visualization best practices
* Have strong knowledge of Statistics and Machine Learning concepts
* Love playing games, or following the Gaming industry
WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU, SO DON'T FORGET TO:
* Include a link to any data science projects - we'd love to see what you are passionate about!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
* The team behind the game: transparency and trust from day one, paired with a strong sense of teamwork- that's the essence of who we are. It's not just what you do - it's how you do it and who you do it with. With 280+ teammates from around the world, we're on a mission to bring the joy of winning to millions.
* We make your life at Nordeus hassle-free: enjoy Nordeus provided breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages, a fully-equipped gym, organized sports activities (yoga, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, basketball, football), an ergonomic workstation, top-notch tech equipment (including laptop, mobile phone and bill coverage, and other tech), a kids' playroom, a music corner, board and video games + latest consoles.
* Perks? We've got plenty: premium private medical insurance for you and your family, flexible working hours, take-what-you-need vacation policy, offsites abroad for the whole company, fully-paid maternity and paternity leave, employee stock purchase plan, access to L&D platforms and opportunities and many more.
* Make your mark on games played by millions: with over 300M registered users, Top Eleven is the world's most successful football management game. Golf Rival, with more than 60M registered users, is the #2 mobile golf game, aiming to claim the top spot. With one more game in the works, we are continuing our efforts to create powerful mobile sports gaming experiences built to last.
* Meaningful career experience: work with experienced game makers and mentors who will support you from day one, helping you map a career path that's true to you.
* Impact beyond the screen: It is not just about us. We are part of something bigger than a job. We create a better future for generations to come through the efforts of the Nordeus Foundation.
GOOD TO KNOW:
* This is a hybrid, on-site position based in Belgrade.
* If you are not a Serbian citizen, we offer a relocation package.
Associate Scientist, R&D
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we're passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.
At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Base Compensation Range: $27.04/ hour - $33.77/ hour
This position is eligible for an annual 10% bonus opportunity in addition to the base salary
Outstanding Benefits and Perks:
We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:
Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
Company paid life insurance and AD&D
3 weeks of accrued vacation time; accruals begin on Day 1
Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
Overtime opportunities
This position supports Mesa's SDC business. Our Sterilization and Disinfection Control division manufactures and sells biological and chemical indicators that assess the effectiveness of sterilization and disinfection processes for pharmaceutical, healthcare, and dental industries.
Job Summary
The Associate Scientist in R&D will contribute to the design, execution, and analysis of science based projects aimed at advancing product development initiatives. This role requires a strong foundation in scientific principles, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Duties/Responsibilities
Experimental Design and Execution:
• Develop and execute experiments to support product development and improvement.
• Design protocols and methodologies to test hypotheses and analyze results.
Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collect, record, and analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods.
• Interpret results and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebooks in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Ensure all research activities adhere to relevant safety and regulatory guidelines.
Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Present research findings in team meetings and contribute to project planning discussions.
Literature Review and Research:
• Conduct literature reviews to stay informed about current trends and advancements in relevant scientific fields.
• Propose new research ideas and approaches based on findings from literature and experimental results.
Project Management:
• Assist in managing timelines and project deliverables to ensure research objectives are met.
• Contribute to project documentation, including protocols, reports, and presentations.
Equipment Maintenance:
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to experimental procedures.
Training and Mentorship:
• Support the training of interns, junior scientists, and lab personnel on laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive laboratory environment.
Experience/Education
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field
• 0 - 1 year of professional experience.
Knowledge & Skillsets Required
• Familiarity with laboratory techniques such as PCR, chromatography, cell culture, and analytical assays.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, GraphPad, statistical software).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Please note that Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.
Research Scientist - Pulse Crop Breeding Program
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Planning, design, and implementation of greenhouse, laboratory, and field research projects. Field data recording and collection of research samples using scientifically prescribed methods. Data compilation, entry and analysis, interpretation and summation of research results. Genotypic and/or phenotypic plant, headrow, and plot selection for desired characters. Hands on participation in planting, plot management, sampling, evaluation, selection, and harvest operations. Supervision and coordination of project personnel. Travel to, and evaluation of, pulse trials and germplasm at diverse Montana research sites. Pure seed increases of pulse lines targeted for variety release.
Physical Demands
Maneuver 60 pounds. Navigate rough terrain for long periods of time. Work in inclement weather conditions for long periods of time. Work in and around dust, pollen-bearing plants, and agricultural pesticides. Work with and around loud equipment and heavy machinery. Work in inclement weather - hot or cold and work more than 40 hours per week as needed during planting and harvesting. Must be able to safely enter, exit and operate numerous types of farm and research scale machinery unsupervised. Must be able to safely and effectively use seed cleaning and seed processing machinery. Must be able to drive a pick-up truck while towing trailers or farm implements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Research Associate
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Candidates are sought for the position of research associate in the Pulse Crop Breeding Program in the Department of Plant Science and Plant Pathology at Montana State University. Research in the Pulse Crop Breeding Program involves developing new varieties of pea, lentil and chickpea for Montana production regions. This program is new to MSU and will be establishing genetic populations with desired agronomic, seed quality and disease resistance characteristics. Breeding methods used are conventional and involve greenhouse, field and alternative season locations during the winter months. Collaborations with plant pathologists and other professionals allow identification of disease resistant genotypes and those with good agronomic adaptation. The research associate will be expected to coordinate activities with the Principal Investigator and accomplish the objectives of the program with minimal supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
Design and carry out experiments exercising discretion and judgement with minimal supervision.
Analyze and interpret data using your experience and judgment to guide future experiments supporting the goals of the project.
Daily tasks may include, but are not limited to: maintain equipment, conduct experiments in the field and greenhouse, assist with crossing and population development, organize laboratory and catalog laboratory equipment, order supplies, analyze data from field and greenhouse experiments using various computer programs, and provide support for the preparation of publications and presentations.
Prepare annual reports summarizing data collected during the year.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
B.S. in agronomy or closely related field.
Working knowledge of plant breeding methodology.
Demonstrated ability to conduct field and greenhouse trails and operate and perform routine maintenance on plot scale equipment.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
M.S. in agronomy or related field.
Experience with production of pulse crops in Montana.
Experience growing and maintaining plants in greenhouse facilities.
Knowledge of Montana cropping systems.
Demonstrated experience supervising undergraduate students.
Experience using Agrobase Gen II or Genovix.
Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
The Successful Candidate Will
Have the ability to interact with lab workers, external collaborators/stakeholders, and students in a professional, positive manner.
Have the ability to organize and maintain a well organized physical workspace.
Have the ability to keep a regular work schedule.
Be detail oriented.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funding.
Must possess a valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver's license, must obtain a valid Montana driver's license within 60 days of hire.)
During planting and harvest, work hours may be more than 8 hours/day.
Must possess or have the the ability to obtain a pesticide applicators license within six months of hire date.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
Be able to lift 50 lbs.
Be able to work in inclement weather conditions.
With or without reasonable accommodation the person in this position must be able to safely operate research plot scale tractors, planters and combines as well as other stationary equipment.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?
Yes
Research Associate II - Mobility and Public Transportation
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Specific duties include but are not limited to: Assure compliance of program area activities with MSU and WTI policies and procedures. Assure quality control of proposals and realism of proposal schedules and budgets. Review deliverable products including reports. Develop proposals and secure base funding for new research initiatives and opportunities. Serve as a representative of WTI within the mobility and public transportation community. Pursue and coordinate opportunities for additional research grants and contracts to expand the scope and reach of WTI . Facilitate coordinated outreach and technology transfer to the university and mobility and public transportation community. Support WTI research tasks and projects related to mobility and public transportation. Participate in strategic planning or other internal initiatives to benefit WTI & MSU .
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Research Associate
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Design and carry out experiments exercising discretion and judgement with minimal supervision. Analyze and interpret data using your experience and judgment to guide future experiments supporting the goals of the project. Daily tasks may include, but are not limited to: maintain equipment, conduct experiments, organize laboratory and catalog laboratory equipment, order supplies, analyze data from field and greenhouse experiments using various computer programs, and provide support for the preparation of publications and presentations. Prepare annual reports summarizing data collected during the year.
Physical Demands
Be able to lift 50 lbs. Be able to work in inclement weather conditions. With or without reasonable accommodation the person in this position must be able to safely operate research plot scale tractors, planters and combines as well as other stationary equipment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Research Associate - Cropping System * Havre, MT*
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Develop and implement studies that support the Cropping Systems Research Program. Lead the establishment of field and greenhouse studies in collaboration with PI. Develop protocols, collect and analyze research data to meet project objectives. Work independently and ability to make research decisions in the absence of PI. Supervise and train part-time employees and student interns. Interact effectively with researchers, producers, and agricultural industry partners. Disseminate research findings through outreach activities, including workshops, field days, and publications. In-state travel is required for research, and occasional out-of-state travel for meetings may be required.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift 60 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions. Must be able to work with and around dust, pollen-bearing plants, herbicides, and pesticides. Must be able to walk and stand in rough terrain for extended periods. Must be able to safely enter, exit, and operate various types of farm machinery To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Research Associate
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Conduct research and experimentation related to the lab's goals, including but not limited to, cloning, cell culture, work with mouse models, immunohistochemistry, protein analysis, and RNA analysis. Manage and document lab materials, lab safety protocols, inventories, etc. Ensure lab facilities are in compliance with lab safety regulations. Oversee the maintenance of laboratory supplies and equipment. Order and restock materials necessary for research activities. Train and oversee new lab members and students in laboratory techniques, experimentation, and safety. In addition to these tasks, the successful applicant is expected to refine, implement, and/or develop protocols and techniques related to the research as needed.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Research Associate - Weed Science *Huntley, MT*
Scientist job in Bozeman, MT
Duties And Responsibilities Assist in the design and implementation of field, greenhouse and laboratory studies focused on weed biology and herbicide resistance management. Prepare and spray herbicide treatments in accordance with safety procedures. Collect, analyze, and summarize research data. Operate and maintain field, greenhouse and laboratory equipment. Supervise part-time and seasonal labor as needed. Work independently with minimal supervision. Some in-state travel may be required.
Physical Demands
Must be able to work with and around dust, pollen-bearing plants and pesticides. Must be able to enter, exit and operate numerous types of farm machinery. Must be able to lift 60 pounds. Must be able to walk and stand in rough terrain for long periods of time. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.