Research Assoociate
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
The Department of CSET / Environmental Science PhD at Jackson State University is accepting applications for Research Associate position. * The individual will assist the Program Director with implementation of research and training activities in the Cellomics and Toxicogenomics Multi-users' Core Laboratory.
* Also, individual will manage the day-to-day operation of this key lab and to help students to implement their dissertation research.
* Responsibilities will include:
* a) Participating in on-going research on the cellular and molecular mechanisms by which environmental factors induce human diseases; elucidation the molecular basis of environmentally- induced diseases and assessing the health effects of nanomaterials.
* b) Assisting students in their research implementation
* c) Performing other duties as recommended.
Typical Qualifications
PhD in environmental science or related field, with research experience in environmental biochemistry and molecular biology.
Research Scientist - CTRL Labs
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
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:**
$213,000/year to $251,000/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.
Data Scientist
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
** At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that-our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital , WD and WD_BLACK Professional brands.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.
**Job Description**
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
+ **Business Partnership & Consulting**
+ Serve as the primary analytics partner to HR and business leaders, understanding their challenges and translating them into analytical solutions.
+ Provide insights and recommendations that inform decisions on talent strategy, workforce planning, retention, and employee experience.
+ Build strong relationships with HRBPs, COEs, and leadership teams to ensure alignment on priorities.
+ Experience advising, presenting to, and serving as a thought partner to senior executives.
+ **Analytics & Insights**
+ Develop dashboards, reports, and analyses on workforce metrics (e.g., attrition, DEI, engagement, recruiting, performance).
+ Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights with strong storytelling and visualization.
+ Deliver executive-ready materials that connect people data to business outcomes.
+ Partner cross-functionally with analytics and technical teams to ensure data accuracy, resolve quality issues, and maintain consistent, reliable insights.
+ **Advanced People Analytics**
+ Use statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and trend forecasting to identify workforce risks and opportunities.
+ Partner with HR Technology and Data teams to enhance data quality, governance, and reporting capabilities.
+ Lead initiatives to evolve people analytics from descriptive to predictive and prescriptive insights.
+ **Strategy & Enablement**
+ Guide stakeholders in building a data-driven culture within HR and across the business.
+ Drive adoption of self-service analytics platforms and democratize access to people insights.
**Qualifications**
REQUIRED
+ **Education & Experience**
+ Bachelor's or Master's in HR, Business, Data Analytics, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Statistics, or a related field.
+ 6+ years of experience in People Analytics, HR Analytics, Workforce Planning, or related fields.
SKILLS
+ **Technical Skills**
+ Strong expertise in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Workday People Analytics, Visier).
+ Advanced Excel, SQL, or Python/R for data analysis preferred.
+ Understanding of HR systems (Workday, SuccessFactors, etc.) and data structures.
+ **Business & Consulting Skills**
+ Exceptional ability to translate data into business insights and recommendations.
+ Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and storytelling skills.
+ Experience in partnering with senior leaders to drive data-informed decisions
**Additional Information**
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (************************************************************************************** " poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here (****************************************************** .
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be **12/2/2025** (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.
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**Compensation & Benefits Details**
+ An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
+ The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
+ If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
+ You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under **either** Western Digital's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
+ **Note:** No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
**Notice To Candidates:** Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline (******************************************************************** or email ****************** .
Applied Scientist 5
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
Invent, implement and deploy state-of-the-art machine learning and/or specific domain industry algorithms and systems. Build prototypes and explore conceptually new solutions. Work collaboratively with science, engineering, and product teams to identify customer needs in order to create and implement solutions, promote innovation and drive model implementations. Applies data science capabilities and research findings to create and implement solutions to scale. Responsible for developing new intelligence around core products and services through applied research on behalf of our customers. Develops models, prototypes, and experiments that pave the way for innovative products and services. Build cloud services that work out of the box for enterprises, e.g. decision support, anomaly detection, forecasting and recommendations), natural language processing (NLP), Natural Language Understanding (NLU),Time Series, Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Machine Learning (ML), and Computer Vision (CV). Design and run experiments, research new algorithms, and find new ways of optimizing risk, profitability, and customer experience. Conversant on ethical problems in consideration of sciences.
**Responsibilities**
Drives and plans implementation of company policy for achieving business goals. Defines the bar for science practices, and helps teams achieve those goals. Identifies and mitigates risks across full set of systems, particularly at the intersection of business and engineering. Innovate AI and ML powered solutions (rich APIs, ML models and end to end services) with strategic ISVs and customers. Develop deep product intuition to influence future product roadmaps and drive decision making. Clearly articulate technical work to audiences of all levels and across multiple functional areas in both internal and external settings. Engage in forward looking research both internal and with academic institutions globally. Hires and mentors across the org. Perform an active role in team planning, review and retrospective events. Ensures experiments are ready for hand-off to Software Developers ship into production. May perform other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer:
**Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.**
**Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only**
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $139,400 to $291,800 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC5
**About Us**
As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.
We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.
Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_************* or by calling *************** in the United States.
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
Scientist II
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website ********************************** or follow us on LinkedIn.
**Job Overview**
We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Scientist II. This position will be part of the Translational Research and Medicine-Oncology team, with a primary focus on advancing translational research to support oncology programs in clinical trial stages. This individual will be responsible for designing, oversighting, and interpretating translational studies to understand mechanism of action, resistance pathways, and potential new indications. The candidate may also be involved in biomarker analysis to support these translational objectives.
**Job Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Develop hypotheses by integrating insights from scientific literature, preclinical and clinical data
+ Design experiments to support identification of mechanism of action, resistance mechanisms, and potential indications
+ Manage translational research and biomarker studies conducted with CROs and academic investigators to ensure high-quality, timely delivery of data
+ Maintain organized, detailed logs of studies and data to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance with regulatory standards
+ Present data and insights in internal meetings and cross-functional program team discussions
**Key Core Competencies**
+ Scientific curiosity with ability to generate and test hypotheses that inform drug development
+ Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to interpret complex data
+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing studies, data, and documentation
+ Strong project management and vendor oversight skills
+ Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving research environment
**Education and Experience**
+ PhD degree in a related field of science (Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular & Cellular biology, Cancer Biology, Immunology)
+ 1-3 years of postdoctoral or industry research experience
+ Familiarity with oncology research preferred
+ Experience with common biomarker platforms (e.g. NGS, flow cytometry, IHC) preferred
The base salary range for this role is $102,000 to $127,000. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
**Confidential Data** : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.
**Compliance** : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
**Mental/Physical Requirements** : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.
**Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA)** **is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer**
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website ********************************** or follow us on LinkedIn.
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) endeavors to make its application process accessible to all. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact SMPA at **********************************************
This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company's cultural pillars.
**Our** **Mission**
_To broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people_ _worldwide_
**Our** **Vision**
_For Longer and Healthier Lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and_ _ideas_
Scientist
Scientist job in Vicksburg, MS
SCIENTIST (ERDC) Bowhead is seeking a Scientist to join our team in Vicksburg, MS to support our US Army Corps of Engineers customer at the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) for a recently awarded Environmental Lab contract. The ERDC Environmental Lab contract is tasked with satisfying Army and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which may include: biological and environmental studies, analysis of aquatic and terrestrial flora and fauna, as well as abiotic features (e.g., sediment, soil, and groundwater), biological processes, environmental research on imperiled, invasive, and keystone species, research on dredged material, water quality assessment, and basic and applied environmental research to determine the adverse effects of civil works activities.
**Responsibilities**
+ Provide research assistance to execute a monitoring plan for documenting the effects of river reintroduction into the Maurepas Swamp, Louisiana.
+ Provide field, laboratory, and data analysis support for monitoring studies focused on swamp physicochemical, hydrologic, and vegetation responses to a river diversion designed to enhance natural processes to benefit community resources (e.g., water quality, nutrient reduction, swamp health, etc.).
+ Major tasks include: extensive field data collection; laboratory analytical soil and water testing, documenting changes in nutrient cycling before, during, and following diversion operation, and assistance with data interpretation and annual report writing.
+ To address each of these research tasks, the Scientist will conduct repeated field surveys, collect and evaluate samples from the field, and report detailed findings.
+ Perform several different methods to evaluate soil, vegetation, and water properties including: (a) soil/sediment/vegetation sample collection and (b) laboratory soil/sediment/vegetation characterization. Collectively these measurements will inform the ways in which soil/sediment/vegetation interactions are influenced by river diversions and assess their potential to improve water quality, sediment, and vegetation conditions.
+ Participation in weekly team meetings to provide oral updates about ongoing work.
+ A monthly report shall summarize progress made, problems encountered, and resolution of problems.
Additional tasks and responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:
+ Organizing and performing field data collection and laboratory analyses.
+ Analyzing experimental data, interpreting results, and preparing detailed reports and summaries of findings.
+ Maintaining thorough and accurate logs of all work-related activities.
+ Utilizing computers and computer-interfaced equipment to complete assigned duties efficiently and effectively.
+ Organizing and maintaining work areas, equipment, and supplies to ensure a safe and productive workspace.
+ Cleaning, maintaining, and utilizing laboratory and field equipment as required.
+ Performing additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the team's goals and operations.
**Qualifications**
- A BS in related field is required in addition to at least one to two (2+) years of experience in the field or related area
- Must have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures as related to biological and environmental studies
- Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
- Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust (NAC) level clearance. US Citizenship is a requirement for this location.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (******************************************* .
All candidates must apply online at ***************** , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance *****************/careers/recruitment/ .
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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Scientist III - (HPLC) Chromatography - Separations & Molecular Biology - Immunoassay Experience - FSP
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
We are looking to fill a **Scientist III - (HPLC) Chromatography - Separations & Molecular Biology - Immunoassay Experience** position working as **a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment** onsite at one of our clients located in **Rahway, NJ.** This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. **This position does not offer any sponsorship.**
**Description**
Support of routine bioanalytical testing of samples from cell-line development, in-process, process development/characterization, forced degradation, release & stability, and pre-formulation. Other potential opportunities include method development/optimization, workflow optimization, and template development.
**Responsibilities**
+ Support of high-throughput, pre-formulation, pre-qualification, robustness, or admixture testing
+ Results processing and documentation by following appropriate methods / protocols / procedures
+ Sample management and monitoring of controlled temperature units.
+ Following all appropriate laboratory safety and hygiene procedures
**Qualifications**
+ BA/BS (3-5 yrs.) of relevant experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing lab
+ MS (1-2 yrs.) of relevant experience in analytical chemistry or biologics testing lab
**Required Skills and Experience**
+ Must have separations experience for large molecules or plate-based assay experience.
+ Experience in analyzing biologics including monoclonal antibodies and/or other therapeutic proteins using at least one of the following techniques:
+ Liquid Chromatography (HPLC / UPLC)
+ Protein A Titer, Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC), Ion Exchange Chromatography (IEX, AEX, CEX), Reverse Phase (RP), or Hydrophobic interaction chromatography (HIC)
+ Electrophoretic methods such as capillary electrophoresis sodium dodecyl sulfate (CE-SDS) and/or capillary isoelectric focusing (cIEF)
+ ELISA (HCP, proA) and binding potency assay
+ qPCR and basic molecular biology techniques (gel electrophoresis, etc.)
+ High-throughput liquid handling system, e.g., Tecan, Bravo, etc.
+ Basic instrumentation troubleshooting
+ **Ability and willingness to train in molecular biology and immunoassay testing**
+ **Familiarity with Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, etc.)**
**Desired Skills and Experience**
+ Familiarity with compendial testing such as UV 280, pH, and Physical Observations
+ **Ability to follow complicated scientific protocols / procedures**
+ Making accurate reagent preparations (dilutions / solutions / buffers / mobile phases)
+ Good documentation practices & utilization in electronic lab notebooks (ELN)
+ Analytical software such as Empower.
+ Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
+ Sample submission & sample management
+ Monitoring of controlled temperature units
+ Experience with BSL2 (Biosafety Level 2)
**About Parexel**
Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.
For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.
**Come join us!**
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EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Scientist Sr Prin II
Scientist job in Vicksburg, MS
Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a Senior Datacenter Project Manager, you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be managing a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
As a Senior Datacenter Project Manager, you'll develop comprehensive performance measures and monitoring methods to track datacenter project outcomes, including KPIs for uptime, capacity utilization, energy efficiency, and resource allocation across hybrid on-premises and cloud infrastructures. You'll create approaches and frameworks to ensure project performance and schedules comply with task planning, conducting gap analyses, risk assessments, and corrective action plans to maintain alignment with government milestones and SLAs. Manages the datacenter systems and personnel who provide application middleware, COOP/DR services, design and suppor of serviers and network systems, storage systems, UCS, database applications and systems, and web services.
By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to design methodologies for the continuous improvement of datacenter processes and procedures, including the identification, benchmarking, and refinement of service metrics to enhance operational resilience and cost-effectiveness. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
Location Requirement
The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
PMI-PMP certification or equivalent
8+ years of experience in project management and quality assurance, with a focus on datacenter or IT infrastructure environments in government or large enterprise settings
Proven expertise in developing performance measures, monitoring methods, and continuous improvement methodologies, including service metrics for operational compliance
Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
Strong knowledge of federal standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL 4 practices for service quality and continual improvement
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira) and performance analytics platforms
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to lead initiatives in fast-paced, regulated contexts
Applies extensive expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines, with the ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Certified Data Centre Facilities Operations Manager (CDFOM) or equivalent datacenter-specific credential
Experience supporting DoD or large federal datacenter projects, including hybrid cloud integrations and quality assurance in high-availability environments
ITIL 4 Managing Professional (MP) certification, with emphasis on service design and improvement
Background in lean/six sigma methodologies for process optimization
Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., Certified Quality Manager)
Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
Scientist
Scientist job in Vicksburg, MS
SCIENTIST (ERDC)
Bowhead is seeking a Scientist to join our team in Vicksburg, MS to support our US Army Corps of Engineers customer at the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) for a recently awarded Environmental Lab contract. The ERDC Environmental Lab contract is tasked with satisfying Army and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements which may include: biological and environmental studies, analysis of aquatic and terrestrial flora and fauna, as well as abiotic features (e.g., sediment, soil, and groundwater), biological processes, environmental research on imperiled, invasive, and keystone species, research on dredged material, water quality assessment, and basic and applied environmental research to determine the adverse effects of civil works activities.
Responsibilities
Provide research assistance to execute a monitoring plan for documenting the effects of river reintroduction into the Maurepas Swamp, Louisiana.
Provide field, laboratory, and data analysis support for monitoring studies focused on swamp physicochemical, hydrologic, and vegetation responses to a river diversion designed to enhance natural processes to benefit community resources (e.g., water quality, nutrient reduction, swamp health, etc.).
Major tasks include: extensive field data collection; laboratory analytical soil and water testing, documenting changes in nutrient cycling before, during, and following diversion operation, and assistance with data interpretation and annual report writing.
To address each of these research tasks, the Scientist will conduct repeated field surveys, collect and evaluate samples from the field, and report detailed findings.
Perform several different methods to evaluate soil, vegetation, and water properties including: (a) soil/sediment/vegetation sample collection and (b) laboratory soil/sediment/vegetation characterization. Collectively these measurements will inform the ways in which soil/sediment/vegetation interactions are influenced by river diversions and assess their potential to improve water quality, sediment, and vegetation conditions.
Participation in weekly team meetings to provide oral updates about ongoing work.
A monthly report shall summarize progress made, problems encountered, and resolution of problems.
Additional tasks and responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:
Organizing and performing field data collection and laboratory analyses.
Analyzing experimental data, interpreting results, and preparing detailed reports and summaries of findings.
Maintaining thorough and accurate logs of all work-related activities.
Utilizing computers and computer-interfaced equipment to complete assigned duties efficiently and effectively.
Organizing and maintaining work areas, equipment, and supplies to ensure a safe and productive workspace.
Cleaning, maintaining, and utilizing laboratory and field equipment as required.
Performing additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support the team's goals and operations.
Qualifications
• A BS in related field is required in addition to at least one to two (2+) years of experience in the field or related area
• Must have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures as related to biological and environmental studies
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust (NAC) level clearance. US Citizenship is a requirement for this location.
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Auto-ApplyData Scientist, NLP
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.
By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.
We are looking for a motivated Data Scientist to help Datavant revolutionize the healthcare industry with AI. This is a critical role where the right candidate will have the ability to work on a wide range of problems in the healthcare industry with an unparalleled amount of data.
You'll join a team focused on deep medical document understanding, extracting meaning, intent, and structure from unstructured medical and administrative records. Our mission is to build intelligent systems that can reliably interpret complex, messy, and high-stakes healthcare documentation at scale.
This role is a unique blend of applied machine learning, NLP, and product thinking. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to:
+ Design and develop models to extract entities, detect intents, and understand document structure
+ Tackle challenges like long-context reasoning, layout-aware NLP, and ambiguous inputs
+ Evaluate model performance where ground truth is partial, uncertain, or evolving
+ Shape the roadmap and success metrics for replacing legacy document processing systems with smarter, scalable solutions
We operate in a high-trust, high-ownership environment where experimentation and shipping value quickly are key. If you're excited by building systems that make healthcare data more usable, accurate, and safe, please reach out.
**Qualifications**
+ 3+ years of experience with data science and machine learning in an industry setting, particularly in designing and building NLP models.
+ Proficiency with Python
+ Experience with the latest in language models (transformers, LLMs, etc.)
+ Proficiency with standard data analysis toolkits such as SQL, Numpy, Pandas, etc.
+ Proficiency with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch (preferred) or TensorFlow
+ Industry experience shepherding ML/AI projects from ideation to delivery
+ Demonstrated ability to influence company KPIs with AI
+ Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity
**Bonus Experience**
+ Experience with document layout analysis (using vision, NLP, or both).
+ Experience with Spark/PySpark
+ Experience with Databricks
+ Experience in the healthcare industry
**Responsibilities**
+ Play a key role in the success of our products by developing models for document understanding tasks.
+ Perform error analysis, data cleaning, and other related tasks to improve models.
+ Collaborate with your team by making recommendations for the development roadmap of a capability.
+ Work with other data scientists and engineers to optimize machine learning models and insert them into end-to-end pipelines.
+ Understand product use-cases and define key performance metrics for models according to business requirements.
+ Set up systems for long-term improvement of models and data quality (e.g. active learning, continuous learning systems, etc.).
**After 3 Months, You Will...**
+ Have a strong grasp of technologies upon which our platform is built.
+ Be fully integrated into ongoing model development efforts with your team.
**After 1 Year, You Will...**
+ Be independent in reading literature and doing research to develop models for new and existing products.
+ Have ownership over models internally, communicating with product managers, customer success managers, and engineers to make the model and the encompassing product succeed.
+ Be a subject matter expert on Datavant's models and a source from which other teams can seek information and recommendations.
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We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job.
The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is:
$136,000-$170,000 USD
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here (************************************************** . Know Your Rights (*********************************************************************** , explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
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Senior Scientist (5155)
Scientist job in Vicksburg, MS
Job Code **5155** \# of Openings **1** Apply Now (**************************************************** Requisition?org=GATEWAYVENT&cws=55&rid=5155) Bennett Aerospace Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, isseeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist with expertise in nanoparticle synthesis and characterization to support research and development efforts in advanced ecological and biological applications, including gene silencing technologies for invasive species control. The Senior Scientist will design and execute laboratory experiments, analyze results, and contribute to the development of reproducible scientific methods that directly support customer research initiatives.
**Position Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the synthesis and characterization of nanoparticles, including Mg-Al-lactate layered double hydroxides (LDHs) and related materials.
+ Design, plan, and conduct laboratory experiments to support applied research in gene silencing and environmental biotechnology.
+ Perform advanced materials characterization using relevant instrumentation (e.g., XRD, TEM/SEM, FTIR, BET).
+ Analyze, interpret, and document experimental results, ensuring methods are reproducible and defensible for peer review.
+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including biologists, chemists, and engineers, to apply nanomaterials to ecological and environmental challenges.
+ Prepare technical data, figures, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
+ Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and technical documentation.
**Position Requirements:**
+ PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
+ Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in nanoparticle synthesis, laboratory research, and materials characterization.
+ Demonstrated expertise in laboratory techniques relevant to nanoparticle development and analysis.
+ Strong track record of scientific publications, research documentation, or technical reporting.
+ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Experience with ecological, biological, or environmental applications of nanotechnology.
+ Prior experience developing reproducible protocols and contributing to peer-reviewed publications.
**Security Requirements:**
+ Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government Clearance if required.
+ Background check
+ Applicants selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.
+ Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.
+ Successful Pass of Bennett Aerospace Background Investigation, Drug Screening and Credit Check
**Apply online here at:** *************************************************** Requisition?org=GATEWAYVENT&cws=55&rid=5155
**This position located in Vicksburg, MS**
**The salary range for this position is $** **90,000-97,000**
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Research Scientist
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
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Job Requisition ID:R00046139Job Category:ResearchOrganization:SOM-Oto-Research BLocation/s:Main Campus JacksonJob Title:Research ScientistJob Summary:The Research Scientist leads and advances scientific investigations, focusing on high-impact biomedical research. This senior role involves designing studies, developing novel methodologies, securing research funding, and mentoring junior researchers. The position is best suited for individuals with advanced degrees and specialized expertise in a biomedical field.Education & Experience
Education and Experience:
Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in a field of biology or chemistry or Master's Degree in a field of biology or chemistry and two (2) years' laboratory experience or Bachelor's Degree in a field of biology or chemistry and four (4) years' laboratory experience
Certifications, Licenses, or Registration Required:
N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
Postdoctoral research experience with a strong background in grant writing and assisting in securing external research funding
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and oversee complex research projects by learning and implementing innovative techniques.
Develop new experimental techniques and methodologies.
Analyze and interpret research findings, ensuring scientific rigor.
Contribute to scientific publications and grant proposals, utilizing results from search and analysis of literature from multiple sources.
Present research findings at conferences and scientific meetings.
Assists PI to secure and manage research funding through grants and collaborations.
Maintain research program in absence of PI and plan and manage research timelines, resources, and budgets.
Ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines for laboratory safety and research ethics, including laboratory equipment maintenance.
Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure maintenance equipment.
Supervise and mentor research associates, technicians, and trainees.
Stay updated with emerging trends, techniques, and technologies in the field to enhance research quality.
May assist in animal husbandry, collection of physiological data, and euthanasia.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Requires occasional bending at the waist, occasional twisting, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, occasional reaching, occasional carrying/lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional push/pulling, frequent walking, frequent standing, frequent sitting, occasional driving, occasional frequent exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment/machinery, occasional exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, bloodborne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, and frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality.
Time Type:Full time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:YesPay Class:SalaryFTE %:100Work Shift:Benefits Eligibility:Grant Funded:Job Posting Date:10/6/2025Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Auto-ApplyAssociate Food Technologist
Scientist job in Morton, MS
Provide product development from concept to commercialization.
Assist in planning and execution of product concept demonstrations for existing and potential new customers.
Actively participate in the design and physical production of bench samples that accurately mimic production line capabilities.
Assist in continuous cost reduction of existing products while protecting or enhancing the organoleptic quality of products.
Utilize statistics to define physical parameters of developed products.
Accurate data entry and file maintenance.
Physical assistance in production line tests, commercialization of new products, and continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.
Other relevant duties and projects as assigned.
Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
The Department of CSET / Environmental Science PhD at Jackson State University is accepting applications for Post-Doctoral Research Associate position. Responsibilities includes working closely with many of the Program faculty and students who are engaged in research studying the Impacts of natural and anthropogenic factors on water resources including terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems.
The "Ecological Health" constitutes one of the major research focus areas of the Environmental Science PhD Program.
The overarching goal for the position it to provide a scientific basis for improved decision-making regarding the impact of stressors on the health and function of aquatic ecosystems.
Typical Qualifications
The individual will serve as a post-doctoral research associate and must have a Ph.D. in a related area. (12 Months)
Applied Scientist 3
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
We are looking for a **Senior Applied Scientist** to join our Security Engineering organization and help **define the future of security operations** for Oracle's SaaS ecosystem. This role offers a **rare and high-impact opportunity** to shape how next-generation detection, response, and threat defense will work across one of the largest enterprise cloud environments in the world.
As a Senior IC, you will architect and develop **advanced ML and behavioral models** that enable a new class of **adaptive, intelligence-informed security capabilities.** You will work directly with massive, noisy, and adversarial telemetry; build models that must operate at extreme scale; and pioneer approaches that transform how our analysts, detections, and automated systems understand attacker behavior.
In this role you will:
+ Invent new ways to detect and disrupt attackers
+ Build machine learning foundations for an AI-driven SOC
+ Influence the architecture of detection pipelines for years to come
+ Operationalize research at petabyte scale
+ Raise the scientific bar across the security organization
You will work closely with Detection Engineering, Red Team, Threat Intelligence, and Data Engineering to identify meaningful signal, reduce noise, validate hypotheses, and translate research into production systems that materially reduce risk.
**Responsibilities**
**Research & Modeling**
+ Develop novel ML models for anomaly detection, identity analytics, time-series/sequence analysis, graph modeling, and pattern mining across noisy, high-volume telemetry.
+ Design experiments, baselines, evaluation metrics, and scientific methodologies for threat detection problems.
+ Build prototypes, run experiments, analyze results, and iterate quickly.
**Data & System Understanding**
+ Work with massive, sparse, high-cardinality datasets (1.2PB/day+) to extract signal from noise.
+ Create data-efficient modeling approaches (self-supervision, embedding models, sampling strategies, feature extraction).
+ Design inference strategies that work under tight cost, performance, and real-time constraints.
**Cross-Functional Technical Work**
Collaborate with Detection Engineering, Data Engineering, Red Team, and Threat Intelligence to define problem statements, understand attack patterns, and interpret telemetry.
+ Provide scientific insights and deep technical guidance to engineering partners building pipelines and detections.
+ Translate research prototypes into production-ready designs with engineering teams.
**Scientific Rigor**
+ Establish strong modeling baselines, validation methodologies, ablation studies, and well-defined success criteria.
+ Document findings, methodologies, and recommended approaches clearly and reproducibly.
+ Maintain awareness of current academic and industry research; apply relevant advances appropriately.
**Required Qualifications**
**Technical Expertise**
+ Deep knowledge of ML approaches relevant to security:
+ anomaly detection
+ statistical modeling
+ representation learning / embeddings
+ sequence models (RNNs, Transformers)
+ graph-based analysis
+ clustering and outlier detection
+ Strong understanding of:
+ adversarial ML challenges
+ noisy/weak/no-label environments
+ data imbalance and cost-sensitive modeling
+ model explainability and operational constraints
**Hands-On Skills**
+ Expert programming in Python, SQL; comfortable with Spark, Beam, Flink, or similar distributed data systems.
+ Ability to rapidly prototype models and experiment with large datasets using PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, or similar.
+ Experience building models that run in production, including monitoring, drift detection, and model evaluation.
**Experience**
+ PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, or equivalent experience.
+ 6-10+ years of industry or research experience applying ML to real-world problems.
+ Experience with security telemetry, cloud logs, SIEM/EDR/XDR analytics, identity data, fraud detection, or similar adversarial domains strongly preferred.
+ Demonstrated impact through deployed models, patents, publications, or widely adopted research outputs.
Disclaimer:
**Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.**
**Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only**
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $97,500 to $199,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC3
**About Us**
As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.
We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.
Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing accommodation-request_************* or by calling *************** in the United States.
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
Data Scientist, Product Analytics
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
As a Data Scientist at Meta, you will shape the future of people-facing and business-facing products we build across our entire family of applications (Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, Oculus). By applying your technical skills, analytical mindset, and product intuition to one of the richest data sets in the world, you will help define the experiences we build for billions of people and hundreds of millions of businesses around the world. You will collaborate on a wide array of product and business problems with a wide-range of cross-functional partners across Product, Engineering, Research, Data Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Finance and others. You will use data and analysis to identify and solve product development's biggest challenges. You will influence product strategy and investment decisions with data, be focused on impact, and collaborate with other teams. By joining Meta, you will become part of a world-class analytics community dedicated to skill development and career growth in analytics and beyond.Product leadership: You will use data to shape product development, quantify new opportunities, identify upcoming challenges, and ensure the products we build bring value to people, businesses, and Meta. You will help your partner teams prioritize what to build, set goals, and understand their product's ecosystem.Analytics: You will guide teams using data and insights. You will focus on developing hypotheses and employ a varied toolkit of rigorous analytical approaches, different methodologies, frameworks, and technical approaches to test them.Communication and influence: You won't simply present data, but tell data-driven stories. You will convince and influence your partners using clear insights and recommendations. You will build credibility through structure and clarity, and be a trusted strategic partner.
**Required Skills:**
Data Scientist, Product Analytics Responsibilities:
1. Work with large and complex data sets to solve a wide array of challenging problems using different analytical and statistical approaches
2. Apply technical expertise with quantitative analysis, experimentation, data mining, and the presentation of data to develop strategies for our products that serve billions of people and hundreds of millions of businesses
3. Identify and measure success of product efforts through goal setting, forecasting, and monitoring of key product metrics to understand trends
4. Define, understand, and test opportunities and levers to improve the product, and drive roadmaps through your insights and recommendations
5. Partner with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to inform, influence, support, and execute product strategy and investment decisions
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
6. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
7. A minimum of 6 years of work experience in analytics (minimum of 4 years with a Ph.D.)
8. Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
9. Experience with data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python), and/or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R)
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
10. Master's or Ph.D. Degree in a quantitative field
**Public Compensation:**
$173,000/year to $242,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Scientist III - Analytical Chemist - FSP
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
We are looking to fill a **Scientist 3 - Analytical Chemist** position working as **a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment** onsite at one of our clients located in **Rahway, NJ.** This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. **This position does not offer any sponsorship.**
**Responsibilities**
+ General understanding of analytical method development and method validation
+ Hands-on experience with chromatographic analysis using various ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and gas chromatography (GC) techniques
+ General knowledge of separations science
+ Experience with Empower chromatographic software and with analysis of drug formulations
+ Hand-on experience with Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopic analysis and ultraviolet-visible (UV-VIS) spectroscopic analysis
+ Skilled on method and instrument troubleshooting, specifically for HPLC and GC methods and systems
**Required Skills**
+ Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
+ Excellent organization to multi-task and manage multiple ongoing projects in parallel including routine testing (for example, assay and impurity testing) and data processing and interpretation
+ Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
+ Proficient in written and spoken English, is required
**Desired Skills and Experience**
+ Empower software
+ Analysis of drug products
+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
**Qualifications**
+ BS degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience, or
+ MS degree with at least 1-2 years relevant experience
**About Parexel**
Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.
For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.
**Come join us!**
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EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Associate Food Technologist
Scientist job in Morton, MS
* Provide product development from concept to commercialization. * Assist in planning and execution of product concept demonstrations for existing and potential new customers. * Actively participate in the design and physical production of bench samples that accurately mimic production line capabilities.
* Assist in continuous cost reduction of existing products while protecting or enhancing the organoleptic quality of products.
* Utilize statistics to define physical parameters of developed products.
* Accurate data entry and file maintenance.
* Physical assistance in production line tests, commercialization of new products, and continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.
* Other relevant duties and projects as assigned.
* Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Meat Science or other related fields of study required; Master of Science preferred.
* Theoretical knowledge of further processing equipment and packaging
* Bi-lingual language skills preferred
* Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
* Strong analytical and organizational skills
* Basic knowledge of statistics
* Willingness to work early morning and evening hours and weekends when necessary, and travel (approximately 30%)
* Good communication skills, with ability to work with all levels of management
Data Scientist, Product Analytics
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
As a Data Scientist at Meta, you will shape the future of people-facing and business-facing products we build across our entire family of applications (Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, Oculus). By applying your technical skills, analytical mindset, and product intuition to one of the richest data sets in the world, you will help define the experiences we build for billions of people and hundreds of millions of businesses around the world. You will collaborate on a wide array of product and business problems with a wide-range of cross-functional partners across Product, Engineering, Research, Data Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Finance and others. You will use data and analysis to identify and solve product development's biggest challenges. You will influence product strategy and investment decisions with data, be focused on impact, and collaborate with other teams. By joining Meta, you will become part of a world-class analytics community dedicated to skill development and career growth in analytics and beyond.Product leadership: You will use data to shape product development, quantify new opportunities, identify upcoming challenges, and ensure the products we build bring value to people, businesses, and Meta. You will help your partner teams prioritize what to build, set goals, and understand their product's ecosystem.Analytics: You will guide teams using data and insights. You will focus on developing hypotheses and employ a varied toolkit of rigorous analytical approaches, different methodologies, frameworks, and technical approaches to test them.Communication and influence: You won't simply present data, but tell data-driven stories. You will convince and influence your partners using clear insights and recommendations. You will build credibility through structure and clarity, and be a trusted strategic partner.
**Required Skills:**
Data Scientist, Product Analytics Responsibilities:
1. Work with large and complex data sets to solve a wide array of challenging problems using different analytical and statistical approaches
2. Apply technical expertise with quantitative analysis, experimentation, data mining, and the presentation of data to develop strategies for our products that serve billions of people and hundreds of millions of businesses
3. Identify and measure success of product efforts through goal setting, forecasting, and monitoring of key product metrics to understand trends
4. Define, understand, and test opportunities and levers to improve the product, and drive roadmaps through your insights and recommendations
5. Partner with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to inform, influence, support, and execute product strategy and investment decisions
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
6. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
7. Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, a relevant technical field, or equivalent
8. 4+ years of work experience in analytics, data querying languages such as SQL, scripting languages such as Python, and/or statistical mathematical software such as R (minimum of 2 years with a Ph.D.)
9. 4+ years of experience solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches, understanding ecosystems, user behaviors & long-term product trends, and leading data-driven projects from definition to execution [including defining metrics, experiment, design, communicating actionable insights]
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
10. Master's or Ph.D. Degree in a quantitative field
**Public Compensation:**
$145,000/year to $204,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Scientist II or III - Analytical Chemist Metrology Specialist
Scientist job in Jackson, MS
We are looking to fill a **Scientist II or III - Metrology Specialist** position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in **Rahway, NJ.** This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off. **This position does not offer sponsorship.**
**Metrology specialist is responsible for the oversight of regulated and non-regulated laboratory equipment** . This role will oversee the lifecycle of the lab instrumentation covering acquisition and installation, performance or coordination of routine maintenance, computer system validation, and regulated systems retirement
**Qualifications -** B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline
+ **Scientist II** - B.S. with 1-2 years of relevant experience or M.S. with 0-1 years of relevant experience
+ **Scientist III** - B.S. with 3-5 years of relevant experience or M.S. with 1-2 years of relevant experience
**Responsibilities**
+ Prepare, review, and approve instrument/equipment documentation such as master equipment lists, qualification documentation, and calibration documentation
+ Coordinate service activities across a variety of vendors and service engineers while building and maintaining strong working relationships
+ Gain a working knowledge of laboratory equipment to facilitate with troubleshooting and/or perform maintenance or calibration activities
+ Participate in computer system validation activities associated with new or upgraded equipment or software packages
+ Support the purchase, installation, and equipment qualification of new laboratory equipment
+ Collaborate with metrology staff across multiple testing labs and sites for process improvement, cross-training and cross-site support
+ Originate and progress Notice of Event (NOE) and Change Management (CM) records
+ Perform and document investigations and assist in developing/implementing CAPA plans
+ Represent the laboratory on all aspects of laboratory equipment during audits
+ Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (cGMP) and internal policies and procedures
**Required Skills and Experience**
+ Experience working within a regulated (GMP) laboratory
+ **Experience maintaining or operating laboratory equipment including HPLCs, GCs, UVs, dissolution systems, or other specialized computerized systems**
+ Familiarity with standalone computer system validation requirements
+ Highly organized, and capable of multi-tasking to manage a variety of laboratory equipment or system related schedules, documents, and maintenance tasks
+ Capable of working independently under moderate supervision
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong interpersonal skills. Comfortable interacting with a variety of on-site and off-site collaborators
**Desired Skills and Experience**
+ Experience with maintenance of analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, UV, IR, Karl Fischer, and dissolution with ability to troubleshoot them.
+ Experience with computerized standalone systems GMP validation requirements
+ Familiarity with authoring relevant instrument standard operating procedures (SOPs)
**About Parexel**
Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.
For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.
**Come join us!**
\#LI-DK1
EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.