Data Scientist
Indev is seeking a Data Scientist with 6+ years of experience to support our AI/ML, advanced analytics, and data visualization initiatives. This role will be instrumental in analyzing, visualizing, and communicating data insights that drive key business decisions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in Python, SQL, Tableau, and AWS Cloud, as well as excellent communication and presentation abilities.
This is a direct-hire, full-time position with salary and benefits. Indev provides a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off (PTO)-including vacation and holiday pay.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence:
Analyze large and complex data sets to uncover insights and support decision-making.
Partner with stakeholders to define analytical needs and deliver actionable solutions.
Develop and maintain data models to support advanced analytics initiatives.
Data Visualization and Reporting:
Design and create interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau.
Present findings in a clear, concise manner tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Support data storytelling through compelling visualizations that communicate trends and patterns.
Data Extraction and Management:
Write complex SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) tasks.
Work with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL) to support data integrity and consistency.
Automate routine data processes using a variety of scripts and tools. (e.g., Python, Airflow, SQL, AWS)
Cloud Technology Utilization:
Leverage AWS Cloud services (e.g., S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda) for data processing, storage, and retrieval.
Ability to guide and support cloud modernization of data processes, including advanced AI/ML, automation, and governance technologies.
Optimize cloud workflows for data access and analysis efficiency.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders.
Clearly articulate analytical concepts and results to a wide range of audiences.
Contribute to client-facing presentations and written reports.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Bachelor's Degree in Technology, Business, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related discipline from an accredited college, university, or academic institution in the United States. (Master's preferred)
6+ years of professional experience in AI/ML, data analysis, visualization, and reporting.
Proficiency in Python for data manipulation and automation.
Strong experience with SQL and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
Proficiency with Tableau for creating dashboards and visual reports.
Experience creating automated data workflows, analytics processes, and processing pipelines.
Advanced knowledge of data visualization and reporting using a variety of software and tools.
Familiarity with AWS Cloud environments and services for data processing and storage.
Familiarity with DevOps practices, Agile methodologies, and modern software development environments.
Familiarity with the entire software development process from end-to-end.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Existing and active DHS EOD/clearance (ICE preferred).
Additional preferred qualification:
Strong knowledge of change management processes and technologies (e.g., GitHub)
Experience modeling and analyzing large financial and operational data in cloud environments.
Demonstrated experience developing prototypes and proof-of-concept applications or software from end-to-end.
Knowledge of federal data governance standards and compliance frameworks.
Prior experience supporting federal government clients, especially DHS.
Existing and active DHS EOD/clearance (ICE or TSA preferred).
Clearance: Existing and active DHS EOD/clearance (ICE preferred).
About Us: At Indev, we're not just a company; we're a trailblazing force transforming the way technology solutions shape the future. As a dynamic player in the federal government sector, we're on a mission to empower agencies with cutting-edge, innovative technology solutions that drive innovation, efficiency, and progress. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and embracing challenges head-on to create a meaningful impact on the world around us. Let's innovate. *************
$75k-106k yearly est. 19h ago
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General Scientist
Prosidian Consulting
Scientist job in Washington, DC
ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management. We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.
Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals nationally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes. Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.
ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at ******************
Job Description
Performs professional environmental services, including consulting, program planning, information management, assessment, characterization, monitoring, social assessment, field logistics, sampling, studies, analysis, compliance, advisory, impact statements and assessments under NEPA, assessments and investigations under RCRA and CERCLA, and remediation and reclamation. Provides expertise in field of study including but not limited to environmental science, geography, archaeology, chemistry, botany, biology, etc.
Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. degree in agriculture, agronomy, plant science, animal science, soil science, agricultural economics, environmental science, or a related field.
Experience conducting scientific research, preferably in agriculture or related disciplines.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate scientific concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
Experience in grant writing, project management, and budget oversight for research projects is preferred.
Knowledge of USDA programs, priorities, and initiatives related to agricultural research and development is desirable.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research practices and team dynamics.
Additional Information
CORE COMPETENCIES
Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels
Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks
BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS
At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:
• Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives.
Group Health Insurance Benefits:
• Medical: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs.
• Dental: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
• Vision: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
• Leverage-able Experience and Thought Leadership: By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, gain experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
• Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance : If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The Best Way To Apply
• ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.
• Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work. FOR EASY APPLICATION USE OUR CAREER SITE LOCATED ON ************************* OR SEND YOUR RESUME'S, BIOS, AND SALARY EXPECTATION / RATES TO **********************. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH REQUIRED CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED. Be sure to place the job reference code in the subject line of your email. Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.
Risk Management | Compliance | Business Processes | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | Human Capital
$69k-102k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Research Scientist II (Infectious Disease Epidemiology Health Services Research)
Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group Careers
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG) invites applications for the position of Research Scientist II (Infectious Disease Epidemiology/Health Services Research), which is an equivalent to an academic associate professor, to join the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Research Institute (MAPRI). This is a full-time position based in our regional office located in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. with a hybrid work model.
Reporting to the Director of Research Science, the Research Scientist II will design and implement major investigator-initiated health services and epidemiology-related research projects in the area of infectious diseases. You will also secure external funding through federal, foundation, or industry grants, and disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. The Research Scientist II may contribute to intramural projects relevant to MAPRI and MAPMG, providing assistance as needed for study design, analysis plans, and interpretation of results. Please note, this is not a basic research or bench science position.
You can expect to:
Develop an innovative research portfolio in infectious disease healthcare delivery and outcomes, working both independently and in collaboration with external partners, leveraging Kaiser Permanente's extensive clinical data
Prepare and submit grant proposals and secure extramural research funding, aiming to achieve funding for 75-80% of annual effort within five years.
Initiate and maintain collaborations with external partners, including federal agencies, other Kaiser Permanente regions, research networks, and academic or healthcare system partners.
Publish one to two first-author papers and one to two collaborative papers annually, and present research findings (poster or oral) at national scientific meetings.
Collaborate with MAPRI research teams (data analysts, project managers, and biostatisticians), leading research studies and ensuring they are completed successfully
Mentor MAPMG staff, physician researchers, and research interns.
Contribute to the scientific community through being a peer reviewer for journals (at least two per year) and participating in expert or grant review panels.
What is required:
MD/DO with an additional advanced research degree (e.g., MPH, MAS, MS, PhD) OR a PhD or equivalent degree in Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Nursing, or related discipline is required
Extensive experience in infectious disease research
Minimum of seven (7) years of post-doctoral research experience in epidemiology, health services research, or related field is required; experience in a health system research setting preferred
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Demonstrated ability to design and lead simultaneous original research studies and publish results.
Successful track record of extramural grant funding as Principal Investigator
Must be able to go into the regional office located in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. at least quarterly, and on an as-needed basis
Candidates must either currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area
Must provide documentation of the Covid vaccine 2-dose series (or J&J 1-dose) prior to October 1, 2023, or documentation for 1-dose of the most current Covid vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) as a condition of employment. Must provide documentation for the influenza vaccine as a condition of employment.
Competitive Benefits:
Competitive compensation package
100% employer-funded medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and families
Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave, plus maternity and parental leave
Pension plan, and 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Education reimbursement
The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $152,776.24 to $190,970.12 depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, market data, and other relevant factors. In addition to the salary range above, MAPMG offers rich benefits that add substantial value to the total compensation package.
MAPMG continuously works to identify and mitigate healthcare inequities, and that starts with providing an inclusive, supportive environment for our physicians and staff. We encourage applicants of any race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin who value diversity and will commit to practicing culturally competent healthcare.
External hires must pass a background check and drug screening.
$152.8k-191k yearly 60d+ ago
Applied AI Health Scientist (ARPA-H)
Ripple Effect 3.9
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Job Description
General Information
Job Code: SHR-BI-05T
Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
Telework: Ad hoc as determined by client
Salary Range: $129,985.76 - $149,483.62 per year (how we pay and promote)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen as required by client
Position Overview
Are you passionate about managing information to drive innovation and impact?
As a Applied AI Health Scientist supporting our client, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success. This is a Science and Engineering and Technical Advisor (SETA) role in the Proactive Health Mission Office at the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) responsible for providing expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning to support a program advancing AI diagnostics for rare diseases. Successful candidates have the ability to critically assess technical approaches, advise program leadership, and ensure that funded performers and partners are meeting the highest standards of rigor, reproducibility, and real-world applicability. You will contribute expertise across the full lifecycle of AI system development: data aggregation and curation, model training and benchmarking, and deployment/validation in real-world clinical settings.
Primary Responsibilities
While not an exhaustive list, the key duties for the position include:
Review and evaluate AI/ML technical proposals and deliverables from external teams.
Provide guidance on model development, training methods, and validation strategies.
Advise on integration of multimodal health data (EHR, imaging, genomic, and patient-reported).
Assess alignment of model architectures and approaches with program goals and clinical use cases.
Evaluate benchmarking results and provide feedback on methodological soundness.
Advise on deployment considerations, including interpretability, reliability, and safety in real-world settings.
Collaborate with clinical SMEs to ensure AI outputs align with clinician expectations and workflows.
Identify risks, gaps, or weaknesses in technical approaches and recommend corrective actions.
Support program leadership with technical assessments, reports, and recommendations.
Produce high-quality written reports and presentations that synthesize complex technical findings for diverse audiences.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field.
10+ years of relevant professional experience.
Basic Requirements:
Experience applying advanced ML methods (LLMs, deep learning, etc) to complex health datasets.
Familiarity with clinical and biomedical data types, including EHR, genomic, and imaging data.
Demonstrated ability to review, critique, and guide AI/ML technical work at a high level.
Strong understanding of evaluation methods for AI/ML, including robustness, fairness, interpretability, and reproducibility.
Strong written and visual communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations.
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
Skills That Set You Apart:
Experience in healthcare AI or biomedical applications.
Familiarity with the rare disease field
Prior involvement in technical advisory, evaluation, or SETA-style roles.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians and patient stakeholders.
Experience working in an early-stage, fast-paced, startup environment
About Ripple Effect
Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” since 2020, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.
Benefits
At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences.
Learn more about our benefits and culture here.
$130k-149.5k yearly 11d ago
Research Scientist - CTRL Labs
Meta 4.8
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Reality Labs at Meta is seeking Research Scientists with experience in product-focused machine learning and signal processing research to advance our pioneering work in neuromotor interfaces, which has grown out of the acquisition of CTRL-labs. We're building a practical interface drawing on the rich neuromotor signals that can be measured non-invasively via surface electromyography (EMG) with single motor neuron resolution. This technology could become one of the main pillars for interaction with virtual and augmented worlds.We are a multi-disciplinary team of researchers investigating the nature of human neuromotor signals, developing novel signal processing and machine learning methods to infer a user's intent, and creating novel interaction techniques and user experiences. Help us unleash human potential by removing the bottlenecks between user intent and action.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist - CTRL Labs Responsibilities:
1. Research and develop Deep Learning or other computational models
2. Design methods, tools and infrastructure to analyze and leverage rich multimodal data sets
3. Set technical direction for a project of 2-3 researchers and engineers
4. Help transition and deliver our work from research into product
5. Adapt standard machine learning methods to best leverage modern parallel environments (e.g. distributed clusters, multicore SMP, and GPU)
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
6. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
7. Ph.D. degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics/Mathematics
8. Experience with developing machine learning models at scale from inception to business impact
9. Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch
10. Exposure to architectural patterns of large scale software applications
11. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
12. Proven track record of achieving significant results as demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, as well as first-authored publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, ACL, and ICASSP)
13. Demonstrated software engineer experience via an internship, work experience, coding competitions, or widely used contributions in open source repositories (e.g. GitHub)
14. Experience bringing machine learning-based products from research to production
**Public Compensation:**
$184,000/year to $257,000/year + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
$184k-257k yearly 60d+ ago
Machine Learning Scientist
Systems Integration 4.3
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Data Scientist
Systems Integration, Inc. (SII)
is a leading provider of customer experience, data analytics and digital transformation solutions
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We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Scientist to help the FBI uncover actionable insights from vast and complex data sets. This role focuses on identifying enterprise-level toolsets, applying advanced data mining techniques, and building predictive models that integrate with FBI systems. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Select, build, and optimize machine learning classifiers using advanced techniques
Apply state-of-the-art data mining methods to extract meaningful patterns
Enhance data collection procedures to ensure relevance for analytic systems
Cleanse, process, and validate data integrity for analysis
Conduct ad-hoc analyses and present results in a clear, actionable format
Develop and monitor automated anomaly detection systems
Design innovative approaches for handling and analyzing large-scale data sets
Address fundamental challenges in data handling, search, and retention
Solve complex data storage and retrieval issues
Develop software solutions to improve data search and access processes
Analyze results and deliver recommendations that support mission objectives.
Qualifications:
Must be US Citizen
Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later).
Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests)
Proficiency with data science toolkits such as R, Weka, NumPy, and MATLAB
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience with tools like Microsoft Power BI, Anaconda, and SPSS
Skilled in data visualization using D3.js, GGplot, or similar platforms
Proficient in SQL and Hive for querying large datasets
Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase)
Solid foundation in applied statistics (distributions, testing, regression)
Strong scripting and programming capabilities.
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects of similar scope.
Bachelor's degree required in data science, statistics, computer science or related field.
$66k-97k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Research Scientist
Howard University 4.4
Scientist job in Washington, DC
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance:
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness:
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development:
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks:
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Join Howard University and thrive with us!
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JOB PURPOSE:
Howard University seeks a highly skilled and motivated Biomedical Research Scientist specializing in neuroscience and genomic regulation to join its growing biomedical research enterprise. The incumbent will design and implement independent and collaborative projects focused on neuroscience and molecular/cellular signaling, contributing to Howard University's mission of advancing health equity through cutting-edge biomedical research.
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:
Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, formally plans, executes the designated project (s) in the laboratory. Typically, responsible for performing non-supervisory duties, but usually participates in the training and supervision of the laboratory work of students.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Internal contacts include investigators, administrators, faculty, staff and students both within the department/center and University-wide. External contacts include government agencies, scientific collaborators, vendors, visitors, and the general public.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Design and execute experimental studies in molecular and cellular neuroscience, focusing on neuroprotection, neuroinflammation and genomics.
Perform advanced rodent stereotaxic surgeries, tissue collection, immunohistochemistry (IHC), confocal microscopy, and image analysis.
Conduct molecular and biochemical assays (DNA, RNA, and protein-based techniques) to characterize neuronal and metabolic functions.
Utilize and maintain advanced imaging and spatial profiling systems (e.g., confocal, expansion microscopy, nCounter, or GeoMx digital spatial profiling).
Analyze, interpret, and present data at internal seminars, conferences, and scientific meetings.
Prepare manuscripts, progress reports, and grant proposals in collaboration with principal investigators.
Mentor students, fellows, and research trainees in laboratory methods and research ethics.
Ensure full compliance with Howard University, NIH, and federal policies on biosafety, animal care, and research integrity
Perform other related duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Familiarity with digital spatial profiling, multiplex imaging, or bioinformatics analysis.
Experience contributing to NIH-funded research projects.
Prior supervisory or mentoring experience in academic or laboratory settings
Advanced technical expertise in neuroscience and metabolism research.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail and accuracy in data management.
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and ethical research practices.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M., or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Physiology, Molecular Biology, or a related biomedical field. At least 5 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience in neuroscience, molecular biology, or related biomedical research areas. Demonstrated proficiency with rodent models, stereotaxic surgery, microscopy, and molecular biology techniques. Evidence of a strong publication record in high-impact journals.
Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
$80,000-$90,000
$80k-90k yearly Auto-Apply 54d ago
Justice Programs Research Associate
Arc Aspicio 4.3
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting firm that specializes in human capital, management, and strategy professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Consultants join our practice focused on mission-critical projects and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company across multiple projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, diverse, and self-driven professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our homeland security and government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of a collaborative, innovative team.
The Justice Programs Research Associate provide support to justice-related projects and tasks by analyzing performance measures and other justice-related data. This role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates bring an innovation mindset and have experience and a strong understanding of how to measure program success.
Arc Aspicio is currently operating in a hybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at time of employment.
Responsibilities:
Provide subject matter expertise for justice related projects and tasks
Support senior staff in designing and development of logic models, performance measures, and data collection programs
Analyze performance measures and other justice data using tools such as Excel macros, SPSS, ArcGIS, and Access
Communicate research and analytical findings, verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences
Provide training and technical assistance to Federal employees and constituents on relevant subject matters
Provide technical assistance for grantees, federal staff, and stakeholders in the area of performance measures
Collaborate closely with our clients to solve tough problems, delivering outstanding client service and achieving mission results
Apply excellent research, analysis, and communications skills to quickly identify problems, analyze challenges, and recommend solutions to our team and our clients
Contribute to our company culture, which promotes client-focused teamwork, learning, and helping others to grow and develop
Required Qualifications:
5 years of relevant job experience and knowledge of research, quantitative analysis, and visualization software such as Tableau, assessment, and performance measures, preferably in justice mission areas (criminal, juvenile, and/or victim)
Experience in grants management programs, and an understanding of the Federal grants lifecycle
Direct experience with client and stakeholder engagement and delivering work products for clients in a complex stakeholder environment
Proven to be flexible and thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex work environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Outstanding written and oral communication and collaboration skills and strong leadership potential
Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in-person
Desire to join a consulting firm and learn business concepts; loves to collaborate and reach out to get involved in company events, offerings, and special projects
Clearance: US Citizenship only (no dual citizenship) / ability to obtain a security clearance
Education: Bachelor's degree in social science research or related area
Critical Skills: Entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, resilience, flexibility, learning-oriented, excited to engage
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in grants management programs, and an understanding of the Federal grants lifecycle
Applying to the Company: Our Recruiting Team carefully reviews each application before determining which candidates proceed to the next phase. Our competitive recruiting process favors candidates who include a short cover letter that highlights your interest in the company and role, relevant experience, and potential.
Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $64,000 - $85,000. This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
About Arc Aspicio: We create and deliver integrated, innovative solutions to enhance our nation's future. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio brings bold ideas to live solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. Our vision is to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients using human-centered processes. Our teams use Arc Aspicio's Strategy Innovation Lab methods, tools, and templates to accelerate results for our clients. We seek team members that:
Want to learn the business of consulting and excel as professionals and leaders
Build a strong network of professional relationships with their teams and clients
Learn quickly, ask for help, and look for ways to go beyond a task and achieve results
Want to learn and share knowledge and express gratitude teammates who become more than just co-workers
Seek leadership opportunities at all levels and build new skills to apply to different projects
Commitment to Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to the company and serve our clients. As a growing professional services solutions firm focused on solving large, complex problems, we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of experience, skills, and knowledge. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V
$64k-85k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Senior Applied AI Scientist
Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Meet the Team Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment.
Your Impact
* Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events.
* Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale.
* Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact.
* Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes.
* Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans.
Minimum Qualifications:
* PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience.
* Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling.
* Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
* Experience translating research ideas into production systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models.
* Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data.
* Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights.
* Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty.
* Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy.
* MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models.
* Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications.
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
* 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
* 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
* Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
* Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
* 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
* Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
* Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
* .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
* 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
* 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
* Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$199,700.00 - $292,800.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$174,500.00 - $260,500.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
$90k-111k yearly est. 55d ago
PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (ENVIRONMENTAL)
Department of The Air Force
Scientist job in Washington, DC
The PALACE Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while dealing effectively and ethically with change, complexity, and problem solving. The program offers a 3-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases are based upon your successful performance and supervisory approval.
Summary
The PALACE Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while dealing effectively and ethically with change, complexity, and problem solving. The program offers a 3-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases are based upon your successful performance and supervisory approval.
Overview
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Open & closing dates
09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026
Salary $49,960 to - $99,314 per year
Total salary varies depending on location of position
Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 9
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Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Internships Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
* 1301 General Physical Science
Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
* Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number K-26-DHA-12804781-AKK Control number 846709200
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Students
Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.
Recent graduates
Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.
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This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
Duties
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* Performs continuing work assignments involving environmental physical science. Participates in and provides support to a variety of complex projects carried out by higher level staff; and carries out smaller projects involving moderate levels of complexity and consequences.
* Responsible for carrying out assigned, well defined, moderate-sized projects or assigned portions of more complex projects, (in-house and by contract), to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies.
* Coordinates curricula and training for assigned program areas at the installation. Support quality improvement and promotes the environmental awareness program.
* Provides advisory services on problems and issues relating to well defined, moderate-sized projects in assigned program areas.
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Conditions of employment
* Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
* Student Loan Repayment may be authorized
* Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
* U.S. Citizenship is required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see ***********
* Total salary varies depending on location of position
* Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may or may not be authorized. PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
* Recruitment incentives may be authorized
* Position may be subject to random drug testing
* Employee must maintain current certifications
* A security clearance may be required: secret, top secret, or special sensitive
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training
* You will be required to serve a one year probationary period
* Must meet suitability for Federal employment
* Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0
* Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan
* Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
1. GS-7: You must have completed or will complete a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in the following:
a) Grade Point Average 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum.
2. GS-9: You must have completed 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree:
a) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc. you cannot qualify based on GPA.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Professional knowledge of environmental physical science principles, practices, techniques, and procedures to carry out tasks and provide support using established procedures and methods in assigned.
2. Knowledge to perform a variety of technical tasks in support of projects assigned to higher level scientists or engineers using established technology to investigate unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned.
3. Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to use in applying to assigned tasks in the areas of restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices.
4. Ability to establish effective working relationships with others.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
For DHA Positions:
These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.
* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program.
* The term "recent graduate" means a person who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than two years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than four years.
Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is
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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary storage of those items. The Federal Travel Regulation Bulletin (FTR) 18-05 issued by General Services Administration (GSA) has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance (WTA) and Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) to pay for "substantially all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. For additional information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities please click here. Subsequently, FTR Bulletin 20-04 issued by GSA, provides further information regarding NDAA FY2020, Public Law 116-92, and the expansion of eligibility beyond "transferred" for WTA/RITA allowances. For additional information, please click here.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For DHA Positions:
These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent/term with a full-time/part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.
* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is progressing toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least 1 year of the program.
* The term "recent graduate" means a person awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than 2 years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than 4 years.
Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
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The following documents are required and must be provided with your application for this Public Notice. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
* Online Application - Questionnaire
* Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "
$50k-99.3k yearly 26d ago
Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselor - Washington D.C.: 2025-3507
Hf Hq
Scientist job in Washington, DC
At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn't happen by accident-it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create what we call Headfirst Moments: when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.”
Headfirst Summer Camp Sprouting Scientists (STEM) Counselors will lead campers in pre-written curriculum as they collaborate on theme-based projects to solve a culminating problem centered in STEM & the creative arts. We provide the training, curriculum & daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful camp day but need you to bring camp to life with your enthusiasm, dedication and un-matched energy.
Camper ages: 6-8 years old
Activities include: team-building, group games, field trips and guest expert workshops, science challenges, art projects
Weekly themes include: Oceanography, cooking, urban design, sports science
Role Information
Schedule:
In-season (late June through mid August): 7:45 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday
Pre-season (early June): select weekends for training and site preparation
Compensation: $17.95 / hour
What You'll Do
Bring Camp to Life
Lead a group of 20 campers with a co-counselor through a planned schedule
Teach pre-written curriculum for the Innovators, Inc. and Sprouting Scientist programs, and engage campers during break times
Implement Headfirst's safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
Lead morning meetings, group games, free play, water play or free swim, curriculum-specific science and art activities, bathroom & sunscreen breaks, transitions, lunch & snack
Support specialized staff during field trips & expert workshops and afternoon program meetings
Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with fantastic dance moves and coordinated carpool procedures
Nurture Physical, Social & Emotional Safety
Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through hands-on exploration and developmentally appropriate activities
Represent Headfirst for Families & Facility Partners
Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, hands-on, helpful, and in uniform
Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
Be an Active Member of the Camp Team
Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site
Handle the Curveballs
Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things
About You
Must be at least 18 years old.
If you are between 16-18 years old, please apply for our
Junior Counselor role
Must be able to:
Work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift.
Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply. #INDLP
About Headfirst
Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high-quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we've partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things.
What makes Headfirst different is intentionality. We don't wait and hope growth happens - we design for it. Our programs are carefully structured, and our staff are trained to spot, create, and celebrate breakthrough moments. These
Headfirst Moments -
when a camper pushes past fear, tries something new, or surprises themselves - are built into every day.
We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, creating welcoming environments where campers feel seen and known, staff feel supported, and families trust that every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Behind the scenes, a professional, year-round Headquarters team supports our seasonal staff with training, systems, and clear expectations so camps run smoothly and consistently.
When you join Headfirst, you're joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families. The work is meaningful, the standards are high, and the summers are unforgettable.
$18 hourly Auto-Apply 27d ago
Research Scientist - Department of Physics
American University 4.3
Scientist job in Washington, DC
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University
Department:
College of Arts & Sciences
Time Type:
Full time
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Job Description:
The Department of Physics and the Integrated Space Science and Technology Institute (ISSTI) in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a Research Scientist position, funded by a cooperative agreement with NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The appointment is a 12-month term position, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. The research will be conducted at the Instrument Systems and Technology Division of GSFC in Greenbelt, MD, and will focus on development and testing of a compact laser desorption heterodyne spectrometer for future lunar missions. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants should preferably hold a Ph.D. or other terminal degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline. Applicants with a Masters degree may also be considered.
The position's salary range is $65,000-$85,000, depending on experience. Please submit applications via Workday. Include curriculum vitae and a cover letter that addresses your experience and why you are interested in the position. Workday will solicit contact information for three letters of reference after applications are submitted and the review process begins. Please contact Dr. Philip Johnson at ****************** if you have any questions.
American University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation's capital. For more information about American University, visit *****************
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
Other Details:
* Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
* American University is an E-Verify employer.
American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email ************************.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.
Other Details
* Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
* Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
* Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
* American University is an E-Verify employer.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email ************************.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
$65k-85k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research Associate (2026-2028)
Environmental Law Institute Inc. 3.8
Scientist job in Washington, DC
ELI is offering a two-year opportunity to join the Institute as a Research Associate . Research Associates at the Environmental Law Institute help grow dynamic initiatives in the environmental law and policy research space. The Research Associate position is an entry-level position that begins in Summer 2026 and ends in Summer 2028.
WHAT WOULD YOU BE DOING?
Each year, ELI hires college graduates to serve as Research Associates. These staff members work directly with the lawyers, policy experts, and scientists in the Research and Policy Division on projects addressing environmental and natural resource protection, climate, public health, environmental justice, and pollution prevention. A typical workload combines research, writing, and administration.
The Research and Policy Division publishes research studies and conducts a variety of training courses and workshops. Specific subject areas include air and water quality, climate change, renewable energy, hazardous waste and brownfields, green computing, international environmental policy and institutions, sustainable land use, biodiversity and species conservation, wetlands management, freshwater and ocean policy, environmental health, and environmental enforcement. Research Associates help coordinate and plan various professional events at ELI, including seminars, conferences, training courses, and workshops.
Research Associates may also assist ELI's publications team in gathering content for and editing periodicals such as the Environmental Law Reporter. Other work may include creating and updating ELI web pages (no previous experience required), communications, and managing interns.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO THRIVE IN THIS ROLE?
Superior academic research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
A strong desire to gain knowledge in the environmental field.
An undergraduate background in environmental or related issues is preferred.
Foreign language skills can be helpful but are not required.
WHO IS ELI?
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is an environmental law, science, and policy center that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We envision a healthy environment, prosperous economies, and vibrant communities founded on the rule of law. Our mission is to foster innovative, just, and practical law and policy solutions to enable leaders across borders and sectors to make environmental, economic, and social progress.
ELI's Research and Policy experts develop innovative legal and governance solutions to challenges in areas such as climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. Together, ELI's staff aims to:
Build the skills and capacity of tomorrow's leaders and institutions
Research and analyze complex and pressing environmental challenges
Promote and disseminate the best thinking through print and electronic media
Work with partners to develop and implement laws, policies, and other means to protect the environment and society
Convene people with diverse perspectives to build understanding through robust dialogue
For more information on ELI's programs, visit *****************************
COMPENSATION
The annual salary for this position is $56,500. We also provide excellent benefits including:
Health/Dental/Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Employer paid life insurance & disability insurance
Pre-tax transportation benefit
Monthly Wellness Incentive
Paid Time Off
403 (b) Retirement Savings Account with employer match
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, submit an application package via ELI's online application system by visiting *********************** Note that your submission must contain the following uploaded documents (Word or PDF format), as follows:
Cover letter
Resume
Identification of 3 professional references
Writing sample of approximately 3-5 pages in length
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN MONDAY JANUARY 19, 2026, AT 11:59PM ET. We will begin reviewing applications on January 20, 2026. We anticipate our final decisions will be made in March of 2026. You must use ELI's online application system; ELI cannot accept applications submitted by email, USPS or other shipping service, or hand delivery. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
ELI is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to achieving an inclusive, diverse workforce that values every individual. We firmly believe that hiring individuals with varying perspectives and backgrounds contributes to our success as an organization, and we strive to create an environment that fosters inclusiveness. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer at ***********************, or ************ to discuss an accommodation or an alternative application process.
$56.5k yearly Auto-Apply 60d ago
Forensic Scientist (DNA)
Washington D.C 4.5
Scientist job in Washington, DC
General Job Information This position is located in the Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS). The mission of DFS is to provide high quality, timely, accurate, and reliable forensic science services using best practices and best available technology, focusing on unbiased science and transparency, to enhance public safety and health.
Incumbent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of technology in positioning DFS as a national leader in technology; and works in conjunction with the laboratory managers, supervisors and technical leader to ensure that technology and unit operations align with departmental goals and services. Additionally, incumbent ensures the technical aspects of the DNA Analysis program(s) are in compliance with ISO 17025 accreditation standards and the Quality Assurance Standards (QAS) for Forensic DNA Testing Laboratories established by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)and are responsible for ensuring seamless unit operations including all aspects of forensic biology casework from case intake through lab processing and communication with customers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs laboratory analyses of physical evidence in one or more of the specialty disciples of the FSL, regularly demonstrates proficiency in assigned forensic specialty; participates in and completes externally administrated proficiency tests; demonstrates competency and on-going proficiency in laboratory processing, interpretation, comparisons, statistical analysis and technical review as authorized by the technical leader; ensures methodologies and procedures used are compliant with established standards, and is responsible for quality assurance and accreditation compliance activities. Evaluates existing DNA methods and proposes new analytical procedures for improved operations; and ensures that all associated quality standards pertaining to ISO 17025 and FBI QAS based accreditation status are being performed and met.
Prepares written scientific examination reports and affidavits to correlate with laboratory results; inspects equipment and tools that are utilized for testing and to determine if they are compliant with prescribed operating and safety standards, regulations and guidelines including manufacturer's specifications on computerized scientific equipment; interprets graphs, charts, and mathematical formulas. Completes an advance research project and/or performs a vital role in the overall operation of the unit by independently performing a high level task such as training and/or overseeing training of scientists, developing and validating new processes and procedures, or resolving common technical concerns relative to forensic biology operations; perform biology/DNA analyses on physical evidence; interprets test results, conducts comparisons, develops conclusions and statistical analyses and prepares final reports/results; completes technical review of peers work. Drafts detailed reports of final analysis and results including inventory of DNA examined and submits reports to the appropriate investigative agency and/or authority or collaboratively with other employees.
Qualifications and Education
Degree: Biological science, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
OR
Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as referenced above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression
Licensure and Certifications
None
Work Conditions/Environment
This position's duty station will be housed within the Consolidated Forensic Laboratory (CFL) which is a protection-sensitive facility.
The nature of the DFS mission necessarily involves the potential risks associated with biological or chemical hazards, including morgue functions. Although contact with these functions is intended to be minimal, the risks are nevertheless possible; training to recognize, address, and mitigate these risks is required as is dealing with potentially personally difficult topics, such as crime, death, and disease.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0401-13
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Type of Appointment: Career Service - Regular Appointment
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement, National Association of Government Employees (NAGE) Local R3-05, and you may be required to pay an agency service fee (union dues) through direct payroll deduction.
Position Suitability: This position has been deemed Safety-Sensitive under the guidelines of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, you must successfully pass a criminal background and drug and alcohol screening as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks, background investigations, and drug tests for the duration of your tenure.
Position Designation: This position has been designated as Emergency and acceptance of this offer confirms you agree to adhere to the policies in sections 1271 and 1274 of DPM Chapter 12, regarding essential/emergency employees. As an essential employee, you will be required to either report to work, stay at work, or telework (if directed to do so) during a declared emergency or during a period of non-emergency where your duties have been deemed as critical District government functions/operations. You may be required to perform other duties outside of your position description during a period of a declared emergency (such as manual labor, shelter services, etc.).
Residency Preference: Applicants claiming "Residency Preference" will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
$47k-73k yearly est. 11d ago
Research Assistant/Associate, Federal Fiscal & Immigration
Ctr Budget Policy
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Research Assistant or Research Associate, Federal Fiscal Policy & Immigration Policy
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) is a nonpartisan research and policy institute that advances federal and state policies to help build a nation where everyone - regardless of income, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ZIP code, immigration status, or disability status - has the resources they need to thrive and share in the nation's prosperity.
CBPP combines rigorous research and analysis, strategic communications, and effective advocacy to shape debates, affect policy, and inform effective implementation both nationally and in states. It works closely with a broad set of national, state, and community organizations to design and advance policies that promote economic justice; improve health; broaden opportunity in areas like housing, health care, employment, and education; and lower structural barriers for people of color and others in communities that continue to face systemic barriers to opportunity. CBPP promotes policies that will build a more equitable nation and fair tax policies that can support these gains over the long term. CBPP also shows the harmful impacts of policies and proposals that would deepen poverty, widen disparities, and worsen health outcomes.
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is seeking to hire a Research Assistant or Research Associate (RA) to work with a team of highly skilled national policy analysts on a range of spending and tax policies and immigration policies, especially policies that affect people with low incomes. The RA will be part of the Federal Fiscal team and work on a range of federal tax and budget policies alongside other RAs, supporting the team's senior experts. The RA will also work closely with the Immigration team on a range of policy areas, especially those at the intersection of immigration policy and economic and health security policy. The ideal candidate is extremely organized, detail-oriented, and a self-starter with an interest in honing their analytic skills in a collaborative environment.
This RA role will be managed by our Director of Federal Tax Policy, with support and project supervision from our Vice President for Immigration Policy.
Responsibilities:
The RA will work roughly half of their time with the Federal Fiscal team and half of their time with the Immigration team. Though the content areas are different, the responsibilities are similar across the two roles:
Analyze data, including using Excel and software packages/programming languages, to assess policy proposals, including their cost and distribution.
Help prepare reports and analyses that pertain both to current policy debates and to longer-term challenges facing the U.S. economy and immigration policy.
Contribute to written analyses and graphic presentations of findings.
Evaluate pending legislative proposals and policy options.
Summarize existing research and develop written memos and other documents on relevant findings.
Draft and create content to share research and policy updates through social media.
Conduct careful reviews of data used in policy analysis reports, often on a time-sensitive basis.
Respond to analytical requests about policy proposals from external partners, congressional staff, and media.
Collaborate with Federal Fiscal and Immigration team members to bring an equity lens to all facets of the work, including public products as well as the processes we use to do our work.
Provide support for key projects and discussions, such as developing agendas, scheduling, and facilitating meetings.
Perform other job-related duties within the role's scope as assigned to support the team's goals.
Qualifications:
Research Assistant: Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, statistics, or any field that requires strong quantitative skills and a minimum of zero to one year of professional experience in a related field.
Research Associate: Advanced degree in economics, public policy, statistics, or any field that requires strong quantitative skills or at least two years of experience in a related field.
Strong quantitative and writing skills, and the ability to work on multiple tasks both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team, often on a time-sensitive basis.
Familiarity with one or more software packages or programming languages used for data analysis (such as STATA, R, Python) is highly desired.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to accuracy.
Interest in fiscal issues or policies affecting people with low incomes, and the intersection of immigration policy and economic and health security policy.
A commitment to CBPP's mission to improve the well-being of people with low and moderate incomes.
A commitment to advancing multiple dimensions of equity and inclusion, including racial and gender equity, in policy analysis and advocacy as well as CBPP's internal and external relationships.
Work Location and Hybrid Schedule Expectations: Employees are expected to work in the Washington, D.C. office for this position. CBPP is currently operating on a hybrid work schedule of two full in-office days (Tuesday and Wednesday) per week, as well as the first Thursday of each month in our Washington, D.C. office.
Terms of Employment: Full-time; exempt. This is a two-year term position. Position starts in June 2026 or sooner.
Bargaining Unit Status: This is a bargaining unit position.
Compensation: Salary for this position ranges from $55,800 to $60,000 per year for Assistants and $58,655 to $63,000 per year for Associates; pay is based on a number of factors including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience and internal pay equity. Excellent benefits (including health insurance, vision and dental coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement, MERP, and DCAP) and generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday schedules.
Career Development:
This position is an exceptional foundational role for people seeking to build a career in public policy. The RA will work closely with senior staff and other RAs on our research work. Most of the RA's work will be highly relevant to current legislative developments, so the role offers a unique insight into federal policymaking processes and an opportunity to help influence major policy decisions. CBPP analyses and experts are quoted frequently in the press and relied upon heavily by policymakers.
Former Federal Fiscal and Immigration team RAs have gone on to a wide range of analysis and policy roles. Examples include working at the Council of Economic Advisers, the Office of Management and Budget, the National Economic Council in the White House, the Senate Finance Committee, nonpartisan national and state research organizations, union organizations, and advocacy organizations. In addition, RAs have gone from CBPP to top graduate programs in economics, law, public policy, and statistics.
Please upload a cover letter, resume, and transcripts. In your cover letter, please include a discussion of what draws you to CBPP's mission.
The team will begin reviewing applications the week of January 5th.
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and welcomes diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, credit information, pregnancy or parental status, family responsibilities, personal appearance, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry or national origin, union activities, disability, or other status protected by applicable law.
$58.7k-63k yearly Auto-Apply 32d ago
Analytical Chemist
Joint Research and Development, LLC
Scientist job in Washington, DC
JRAD has an immediate opening for an Analytical Chemist in Washington DC.
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Analyzes environmental and/or air samples for Chemical contamination
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment (e.g., Gas and Liquid Chromatography, Mass Spectrometers, and performs basic maintenance and checks on common laboratory systems
Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software for managing analytical data
Participates in laboratory proficiency testing activities and maintains QAQC records to include performance charts, control limits, and detection and reporting limits for analytical methods governing use of laboratory instrumentation
Maintains operator manuals and procedures, providing training to new staff in the operation and use of Lab equipment and LIMS
Meticulously adheres to laboratory procedures, data management practices and safety protocols in accordance with Laboratory Quality Assurance Plans and safety policies/regulations
Supports formal audits of laboratory quality control systems and practices, the inspection of safety practices and the review of Job Hazard Analyses
Maintains inventory of lab supplies
Required Skills and Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar, from an accredited college or university
More than 3 year of experience with quantitative analysis of chemical compounds, and 2 years' experience with screening environmental samples for toxic industrial compounds (TICs)
Must have demonstrated analytical laboratory skills as evidenced by participation in a Proficiency Test such as a Precision and Accuracy performance test or equivalent
Must have experience with quality management standards (e.g., ISO 17025 or similar), sample preparation methods, techniques, regulations, protocols, safety measures, and the operation and maintenance of chemical laboratory instrumentation
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Project, Word, Access and Power Point
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Multiple experience level positions available for Journeyman to Senior level Chemists
Minimum of 10 years of experience with a Bachelors Degree, or 6 years of experience with a Masters Degree
Security Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire, and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed Medical & Dependent Day Care
Disability Insurance
401K Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Please note this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by the supervisor.
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.
$67k-95k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Sr Bioinformatics Scientist
Cnhs 3.9
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Sr Bioinformatics Scientist - (25000388) Description The Senior Bioinformatics Scientist, serving as Assistant Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, is a leadership-level role requiring a Ph. D. in a biological or computational discipline and 8-15 years of relevant experience (inclusive of doctoral work).
Reporting to the Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, this position provides scientific and technical leadership as the Core's primary “go-to” expert for methodological guidance, code standards, QC frameworks, and pipeline development, while mentoring Bioinformatics Scientists and supporting Core infrastructure.
The role is split between 50% scientific oversight, project guidance, and code review and 50% hands-on computational biology analyses for the Rare Brain Tumor Program.
The ideal candidate demonstrates deep technical expertise, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to open, reproducible science, with substantial pediatric oncology genomics experience, strong biological insight, and the ability to both embrace learning CNS tumor biology and guide the computational direction of multiple PIs' research programs.
Qualifications Minimum EducationDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.
D.
) Biological or computational discipline (Required) Minimum Work Experience8 years 8-15 years in applied bioinformatics, genomics, and computational work (can be inclusive of relevant computational Ph.
D.
dissertation years) (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeTechnical Skills• Advanced proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments.
• Expert-level programming and data analysis skills in R, Python, or equivalent.
• Deep experience with NGS, microarray, multi-omics, and other high-throughput platforms and their application to specific biological questions.
• Expertise with a broad range of bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and genomic databases, such as GATK, UCSC Genome Browser, Bioconductor, ENCODE, NCBI, Kids First, gnom AD, ClinVar, OMIM, HGMD, and COSMIC.
• Demonstrated expertise in GitHub, containerization (Docker, Podman, and/or Singularity), and workflow automation.
• Strong grasp of workflow management tools (e.
g.
, Snakemake, Nextflow, WDL, CWL).
• Expertise using high-performance computing (HPC) environments and/or cloud platforms (e.
g.
, AWS, Google Cloud) for large-scale analyses.
• Ability to develop user-facing bioinformatics applications using tools such as RShiny or Python Streamlit.
Scientific & Analytical Skills• Demonstrated ability to design and execute robust statistical analyses across diverse genomic and proteomic data types.
• Deep expertise interpreting and visualizing results in biological or clinical contexts.
• Deep domain expertise in at least one disease area or biological system through publications, pipelines, tools, and/or open-source contributions.
• Experience writing scientific manuscripts, figure and methods development, and manuscript authorship.
Collaborative and Professional Skills• Ability to lead complex interdisciplinary projects and guide teams from analysis to publication.
• Strong mentorship skills and demonstrated ability to train junior scientists and analysts.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with investigators, clinicians, laboratory staff, peers, and institutional leadership.
• Commitment to open and team science practices, including transparency, reproducibility, shared documentation, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies such as Scrum, Agile, Jira, GitHub Projects, Trello, or Asana to coordinate timelines, tasks, and deliverables across teams.
Functional AccountabilitiesResponsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Uphold the highest ethical standards and integrity in all scientific activities.
Ensure data privacy and patient confidentiality standards.
Maintain reproducibility and transparency in code, workflows, and documentation.
Properly cite software tools, data sources, and collaborators.
Comply with institutional policies and federal regulations governing research and data use.
Bioinformatics Analysis & Method DevelopmentLead the development and implementation of novel and optimized workflows for large-scale -omic datasets.
Design rigorous statistical frameworks that align with study goals and clinical hypotheses.
Collaborate with investigators to determine the most effective computational approaches to complex problems with biological context.
Contribute significantly to high-impact publications and grant proposals.
Technical Oversight & TroubleshootingResolve advanced, multi-layered bioinformatics and workflow issues independently.
Design scalable, sustainable solutions to recurring analysis or infrastructure challenges.
Serve as technical advisor to junior bioinformatics staff, providing design, optimization, and troubleshooting support.
Scientific Communication & Grant SupportLead preparation of figures, written analysis, and supplemental methods for manuscripts, grants, and collaborators.
Clearly present findings and strategy in lab/collaborator meetings, present journal clubs, and attend scientific conferences.
Provide strategic guidance to principal investigators on computational planning in proposals.
Leadership Collaboration and MentorshipPartner with investigators, clinicians, project leads, and other bioinformatics staff to define project goals, analysis strategies, coordinate data workflows, and support scientific goals.
Lead multidisciplinary bioinformatics collaborations from project inception through delivery.
Mentor junior scientists and analysts in bioinformatics methods, code quality, and scientific interpretation.
Foster a culture of scientific rigor, reproducibility, and learning.
Contribute reusable, well-documented code to team repositories.
Coordinate timelines and deliverables using project management tools (e.
g.
, Jira, GitHub Projects, Asana) and collaborative workflows.
Innovation, Open Science, & Community EngagementContribute to and lead the development of open-source software, reproducible workflows, and institutional tooling.
Stay abreast of innovations in bioinformatics tools, databases, and standards.
Organize and develop training workshops, tutorials, and best-practice guides to advance team-wide and institutional bioinformatics capacity.
Deepen domain-specific expertise (e.
g.
, pediatric cancer, neurodevelopment, rare disease) through literature synthesis, collaborations with subject matter experts, and community engagement.
Represent the organization in consortia, workshops, and national/international scientific forums.
Guide institutional practices in reproducibility, open science compliance, and infrastructure sustainability.
Use domain knowledge to improve study design and analytical approaches to biological or clinical questions.
Organizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Accountabilities (Leader) Deliver Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course-correct as needed Identify customers' needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs Engage Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance Hire staff and develop their capabilities Monitor and promote strong employee engagement Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: Research & Innovation Campus 7144 13th Place NW Washington 20012Job: ResearchOrganization: Ctr Cancer & Immunology RsrchPosition Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift: DayWork Schedule: 40Job Posting: Dec 4, 2025, 2:09:35 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 118393.
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$52k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 22h ago
Applied AI Health Scientist (ARPA-H)
Ripple Effect 3.9
Scientist job in Washington, DC
General Information
Job Code: SHR-BI-05T
Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
Telework: Ad hoc as determined by client
Salary Range: $129,985.76 - $149,483.62 per year (how we pay and promote)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen as required by client
Position Overview
Are you passionate about managing information to drive innovation and impact?
As a Applied AI Health Scientist supporting our client, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our success. This is a Science and Engineering and Technical Advisor (SETA) role in the Proactive Health Mission Office at the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) responsible for providing expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning to support a program advancing AI diagnostics for rare diseases. Successful candidates have the ability to critically assess technical approaches, advise program leadership, and ensure that funded performers and partners are meeting the highest standards of rigor, reproducibility, and real-world applicability. You will contribute expertise across the full lifecycle of AI system development: data aggregation and curation, model training and benchmarking, and deployment/validation in real-world clinical settings.
Primary Responsibilities
While not an exhaustive list, the key duties for the position include:
Review and evaluate AI/ML technical proposals and deliverables from external teams.
Provide guidance on model development, training methods, and validation strategies.
Advise on integration of multimodal health data (EHR, imaging, genomic, and patient-reported).
Assess alignment of model architectures and approaches with program goals and clinical use cases.
Evaluate benchmarking results and provide feedback on methodological soundness.
Advise on deployment considerations, including interpretability, reliability, and safety in real-world settings.
Collaborate with clinical SMEs to ensure AI outputs align with clinician expectations and workflows.
Identify risks, gaps, or weaknesses in technical approaches and recommend corrective actions.
Support program leadership with technical assessments, reports, and recommendations.
Produce high-quality written reports and presentations that synthesize complex technical findings for diverse audiences.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field.
10+ years of relevant professional experience.
Basic Requirements:
Experience applying advanced ML methods (LLMs, deep learning, etc) to complex health datasets.
Familiarity with clinical and biomedical data types, including EHR, genomic, and imaging data.
Demonstrated ability to review, critique, and guide AI/ML technical work at a high level.
Strong understanding of evaluation methods for AI/ML, including robustness, fairness, interpretability, and reproducibility.
Strong written and visual communication skills, with ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations.
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
Skills That Set You Apart:
Experience in healthcare AI or biomedical applications.
Familiarity with the rare disease field
Prior involvement in technical advisory, evaluation, or SETA-style roles.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including clinicians and patient stakeholders.
Experience working in an early-stage, fast-paced, startup environment
About Ripple Effect
Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned, 200-person company of communicators, scientists, researchers, and analysts. Established in 2003, and named as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” since 2020, Ripple Effect has earned acclaim for delivering unparalleled consulting services and top-tier talent across federal, private, and non-profit sectors.
Benefits
At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences.
Learn more about our benefits and culture here.
$130k-149.5k yearly Auto-Apply 11d ago
Research Scientist III (Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Health Services Research)
Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group Careers
Scientist job in Washington, DC
Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG) invites applications for the position of Research Scientist III (Infectious Disease Epidemiology/Health Services Research), which is an equivalent to an academic full professor, to join the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Research Institute (MAPRI). This is a full-time position based in our regional office located in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. with a hybrid work model.
Reporting to the Director of Research Science, the Research Scientist III will design and implement major investigator-initiated health services and epidemiology-related research projects in the area of infectious diseases. You will also secure external funding through federal, foundation, or industry grants, and disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. The Research Scientist III may contribute to intramural projects relevant to MAPRI and MAPMG, providing assistance as needed for study design, analysis plans, and interpretation of results. Please note, this is not a basic research or bench science position.
You can expect to:
Develop an innovative research portfolio in infectious disease healthcare delivery and outcomes, working both independently and in collaboration with external partners, leveraging Kaiser Permanente's extensive clinical data
Prepare and submit grant proposals and secure extramural research funding, aiming to achieve funding for 75-80% of annual effort within five years
Initiate and maintain collaborations with external partners, including federal agencies, other Kaiser Permanente regions, research networks, and academic or healthcare system partners
Publish at least two first-author papers and at least two papers as a collaborating author annually, and present research findings (poster or oral) at national scientific meetings
Collaborate with MAPRI research teams (data analysts, project managers, and biostatisticians), leading research studies and ensuring they are completed successfully
Mentor MAPMG staff, physician researchers, and research interns
Contribute to the scientific community through being a peer reviewer for journals (at least four per year) and participating in expert or grant review panels
What is required:
MD/DO with an additional advanced research degree (e.g., MPH, MAS, MS, PhD) OR a PhD or equivalent degree in Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Nursing, or related discipline is required
Extensive experience in infectious disease research
Minimum of eleven (11) years of post-doctoral research experience in epidemiology, health services research, or related field is required; experience in a health system research setting preferred
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Demonstrated ability to design and lead simultaneous original research studies, including multi-site studies, and publish results
Successful track record of extramural grant funding as Principal Investigator
Must be able to go into the regional office located in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. at least quarterly, and on an as-needed basis
Candidates must either currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area
Must provide documentation of the Covid vaccine 2-dose series (or J&J 1-dose) prior to October 1, 2023, or documentation for 1-dose of the most current Covid vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) as a condition of employment. Must provide documentation for the influenza vaccine as a condition of employment.
Competitive Benefits:
Competitive compensation package
100% employer-funded medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and families
Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave, plus maternity and parental leave
Pension plan, and 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Education reimbursement
The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $190,000 to $210,000 depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, training, market data, and other relevant factors. In addition to the salary range above, MAPMG offers rich benefits that add substantial value to the total compensation package.
MAPMG continuously works to identify and mitigate healthcare inequities, and that starts with providing an inclusive, supportive environment for our physicians and staff. We encourage applicants of any race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin who value diversity and will commit to practicing culturally competent healthcare.
External hires must pass a background check and drug screening.
$62k-93k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Analytical Chemist
Joint Research and Development, LLC
Scientist job in Washington, DC
JRAD has an immediate opening for an Analytical Chemist in Washington DC.
Analyzes environmental and/or air samples for Chemical contamination
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment (e.g., Gas and Liquid Chromatography, Mass Spectrometers, and performs basic maintenance and checks on common laboratory systems
Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software for managing analytical data
Participates in laboratory proficiency testing activities and maintains QAQC records to include performance charts, control limits, and detection and reporting limits for analytical methods governing use of laboratory instrumentation
Maintains operator manuals and procedures, providing training to new staff in the operation and use of Lab equipment and LIMS
Meticulously adheres to laboratory procedures, data management practices and safety protocols in accordance with Laboratory Quality Assurance Plans and safety policies/regulations
Supports formal audits of laboratory quality control systems and practices, the inspection of safety practices and the review of Job Hazard Analyses
Maintains inventory of lab supplies
Required Skills and Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar, from an accredited college or university
More than 3 year of experience with quantitative analysis of chemical compounds, and 2 years' experience with screening environmental samples for toxic industrial compounds (TICs)
Must have demonstrated analytical laboratory skills as evidenced by participation in a Proficiency Test such as a Precision and Accuracy performance test or equivalent
Must have experience with quality management standards (e.g., ISO 17025 or similar), sample preparation methods, techniques, regulations, protocols, safety measures, and the operation and maintenance of chemical laboratory instrumentation
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Project, Word, Access and Power Point
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Multiple experience level positions available for Journeyman to Senior level Chemists
Minimum of 10 years of experience with a Bachelors Degree, or 6 years of experience with a Masters Degree
Security Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire, and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed Medical & Dependent Day Care
Disability Insurance
401K Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Please note this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by the supervisor.
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.