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Reports to the Department Manager, Supervisor or Lead Clinical Lab Scientist and is responsible for following established policies, procedures, and regulations. Performs and assists with various clinical laboratory test procedures and ensures proper maintenance and operation of instrumentation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Works with Manager, Supervisor or Lead Clinical Lab Scientist on a variety of laboratory projects and participates in PI, QA, and QC to ensure all regulatory requirements maintain an ‘in compliance' status. Functions in a charge or lead role as assigned for the days operations to ensure safe quality and efficient workflow, practices, staffing and operations. Performs other duties as assigned. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist in all disciplines by the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or recent certification eligibility required. Must receive certification within 6 months of date of hire. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with physicians, nursing personnel and other clinicians relative to patient testing and information gathering. Has approximately six to twelve months laboratory training/job experience necessary in order to become familiar with a variety of laboratory testing procedures. Ability to resolve technical problems using standard guides and procedures. Analytical skills necessary in order to perform and interpret routine tests and recognize abnormal/critical test results. Must be able to determine the appropriate course of action for abnormal, atypical or critical test results. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and other Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) software preferred. CPR Training required and/or must be obtained within 45 days of hire for identified job roles. WORKING CONDITIONS Laboratory service areas have work environments with frequent exposure to physical discomforts due to unpleasant odors from specimens and chemicals. Frequent exposure to infectious agents when handling hazardous material, but potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Click here to view physical requirements. #CHKDHP Additional Information Night shift from CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law - click here for more information Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If assistance is needed, please reach out to us at

Our Deloitte AI & Engineering team to transform technology platforms, drive innovation, and help make a significant impact on our clients' success. You'll work alongside talented professionals reimagining and reengineering operations and processes that are critical to businesses. Your contributions can help clients improve financial performance, accelerate new digital ventures, and fuel growth through innovation. Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description. Work You'll Do Deloitte is seeking a Data Scientist to join a high-performing analytics team supporting our client in McLean, VA. In this on-site role, you will leverage your expertise in Python, Palantir Foundry, Jupyter notebooks, pandas, and NumPy to develop and maintain data pipelines, apply advanced machine learning techniques, and extract actionable insights from large, complex datasets. You will collaborate closely with mission operations teams and client stakeholders, presenting technical findings to audiences of varying technical backgrounds and responding to high-priority analytic requests. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful, high-visibility projects at the forefront of national security, while fostering professional growth and innovation in data science and AI/ML solutions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure are essential for success in this dynamic environment. Develop, implement, and maintain data pipelines to process and analyze large, complex datasets in support of the client mission. Apply advanced data science techniques-including supervised and unsupervised machine learning, spatial analysis, and time-series modeling-to extract actionable insights for mission-critical operations. Build, test, and optimize analytic methodologies and AI/ML solutions for integration into user-facing technical tools. Collaborate directly with client stakeholders and mission operations teams to understand requirements, present findings, and tailor analytic solutions to evolving needs. Document code, workflows, and analytic processes following best practices to ensure reproducibility, transparency, and knowledge sharing within the team. Prepare and deliver clear, concise technical briefings and presentations to audiences ranging from technical peers to senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders. Respond rapidly to high-priority analytic requests, adapting to shifting mission priorities while maintaining high standards of technical rigor and communication. The Team Deloitte's Government and Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes-is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise. Our AI & Data offering provides a full spectrum of solutions for designing, developing, and operating cutting-edge Data and AI platforms, products, insights, and services. Our offerings help clients innovate, enhance and operate their data, AI, and analytics capabilities, ensuring they can mature and scale effectively. Qualifications Required: Active TS/SCI Clearance w/ Polygraph Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future Must be willing to work 100% onsite in McLean, VA. 4 + years of experience in Data Analytics, Data Science, and Data Engineering. 5 + years of experience in Advanced Python coding, and modeling. 2 + years of experience working with NumPy, Panda, and Spark. Preferred: 4 + years of experience building, testing, and optimizing AI/ML solutions. 1+ years of experience with pipeline and application development within Palantir Foundry. Active Python certification. Active Palantir Foundry certification. Previous Federal Consulting and/ or professional services experience. Previous experience presenting to clients or other decision makers to present ideas to various audiences (technical and non-technical). xevrcyc You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: CJ1 #LI-MW5 #DSJ

We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Research Scientist with skills and experience in natural products chemistry to join our dynamic research team. The ideal candidate will have research experience in chemical compounds derived from natural sources, such as sugars, polysaccharides, flavors and fragrances, focusing on their structure determination and their applications in new forms of tobacco products. Key Responsibilities: 1.Prepare and analyze samples of various formulation types, including natural polymer material complex, to determine the flow and deformation of materials. 2.Design and execute natural polymer crosslinking via reactive extrusion to improve material properties like shape stability and mechanical strength. 3.Perform instrumental analysis (GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS) to study flavor chemistry and molecular mechanisms. 4.Evaluate flavor, create new flavor blends and make recommendations to satisfy project requirements. 5.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and improve flavor and fragrance formulations based on sensory feedback and market trends. 6.Maintain detailed records of formulations, tests, and evaluations to support product development and compliance with industry standards. 7.Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes in tobacco sector. 8.Adhere to laboratory protocols and safety programs of safe handling of chemicals and equipment. Qualifications: 1.Ph.D. degree in Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science, food Science or a related discipline with 0-2 years of relevant experience. 2.Proven experience in natural products chemistry, flavor chemistry and formulation design. 3.Knowledge of polymer material structure-property relationships and analytical characterization techniques (Rheometer, DSC, TGA, FTIR, NMR, particle size analyzer etc.). 4.Competence with the use of modern spectroscopic methods to determine structure of organic compounds, including HPLC, GC, HPLC-MS. Experience in maintaining related instruments is highly preferred. 5.Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive and productive work culture. Preferred Research Experience in the Following Areas: Flavor chemistry, natural flavor and fragrance Natural products, including sugar, starch, cellulose Extrusion, Polymer crosslinking via reactive extrusion Additional Skills: Bilingual: Fluent in English and Chinese is a plus Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

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

Shaffer Evaluation Group, founded in 2013, provides high-quality educational planning, research, and evaluation services to higher education institutions, school districts, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies across the United States. We support our clients in developing evidence-informed programs that make a tangible difference in the lives of underserved children, youth, and communities across the United States - from students attending schools on military bases to indigenous communities in some of our country's most remote regions. Role Description Under the guidance of a senior research team member, the Research Associate has a pivotal role in our organization focusing on data collection, analysis, and reporting across multiple projects. Responsibilities 1. DATA COLLECTION, ANALYSIS & REPORTING (70%) 1.1. Schedules, tracks, and completes research activities within established timelines and budget parameters. 1.2. Requests, organizes, cleans, and analyzes project documentation and data from clients. 1.3. Identifies and/or develops appropriate instrumentation (e.g., data requests, surveys, interview protocols, observation protocols, knowledge assessments) for responding to research and evaluation questions. 1.4. Ensures that quantitative and qualitative data are collected using appropriate techniques to ensure reliability and validity. 1.5. Organizes and conducts field data collection including collecting observational data and leading focus groups or interviews as needed. 1.6. Conducts and/or verifies quantitative and qualitative data analysis. 1.7. Translates findings into insights; summarizes and reports results in written and visual formats suitable for consumption by various audiences. 1.8. Assists with development and submission of Institutional Research Board applications and renewals; ensures that established consent procedures are followed consistently across projects; assists with recruitment and retention of study participants from multiple sites. 1.9. Conducts research literature reviews. 2. PROJECT COORDINATION (20%) 2.1. Prioritizes tasks to balance competing timelines across multiple projects. 2.2. Holds primary responsibility for monitoring responses to active surveys across projects. 2.3. Organizes and documents communications related to assigned projects. 2.4. Maintains complete and accurate documentation of project tasks. 3. OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT (10%) 3.1. Supports general business operations and new business development, including updating client lists, contributing to proposal development, and conducting outreach to potential clients. 3.2. Maintains effective communications and positive relations with SEG team members and clients. Works respectfully and effectively with diverse communities and engages in collaborative and culturally responsive ways. Qualifications · Masters degree in related field (Data Science, Psychology, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Educational Policy, Educational Research) and at least 2 years applied experience in a research and/or program evaluation context. · Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis. · Exceptional organizational skills; strong time management and budget management are necessary to produce high-quality work products within the time budgeted and complete assigned tasks without exceeding scope. · Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with internal and external stakeholders. · Strong writing skills, including the ability to develop and produce written and visual content to engage and educate stakeholders. · Experience with Microsoft (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and Google Suite equivalents; Excel skills are critical to this role. Desired Knowledge, Education, Skills and Experience · Proficiency in the design of educational research and evaluation studies, including theory of change, logic models and measurement frameworks. · Experience with software for project management (Teamwork), qualitative data analysis (Dedoose), statistical analysis (R, JASP), and presentation/report/dashboard design (Canva, Tableau). · Customer service orientation and problem-solving mindset. · Ability to guide stakeholders with limited data knowledge through the process of identifying, gathering, and preparing the data necessary to support research and evaluation projects. · Ability to take ownership of assignments and see assigned tasks through to completion. · An unwavering commitment to producing high-quality work products. Other Job Requirements This is an on-site position in SEG's Williamsburg, Virginia office with consideration for telework. The standard workweek is 37.5 hours. Occasional work outside of normal business hours and/or in excess of the standard work week is anticipated to meet project deadlines. Successful applicant may be asked to undergo criminal history screening, education/degree/certifications verification, social security number trace, sex offender registry search, and prior employment verification. Applicants must be licensed drivers. An Equal Opportunity Employer: Shaffer Evaluation Group is an equal opportunity employer. Shaffer Evaluation Group is firmly committed to complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity (“EEO”) laws and strictly prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual's race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, height and/or weight, disability, gender identity or expression, medical condition, marital status, partnership status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status, arrest record and any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application. While performing the responsibilities of the job, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

MID HUMINT DECISION SCIENTIST Location: Quantico, VA | Type: Full-Time | Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a Mid HUMINT Decision Scientist to integrate behavioral science and data analytics into HUMINT operations. This position focuses on improving analytic judgment, operational decision-making, and mission effectiveness. The Mid-Level HUMINT Decision Scientist will support efforts to evaluate, refine, and optimize analytic workflows, training programs, and policy frameworks to ensure that intelligence teams make better, faster, and more defensible decisions. Key Responsibilities Support analysis and improvement of HUMINT decision-making processes across collection, targeting, and reporting. Assist in designing and conducting evaluations of workflows, policies, and decision-making environments. Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs that enhance analytic judgment, mitigate bias, and strengthen critical thinking. Apply statistical modeling, data visualization, and performance metrics to measure and improve HUMINT mission outcomes. Collaborate with senior scientists and leadership to recommend workflow modifications that improve productivity and accuracy. Produce analytic products and recommendations for operational stakeholders. Minimum Qualifications Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. Bachelor's degree in Decision Science, Psychology, Data Science, or a related field (Master's preferred). 3-5 years of experience applying behavioral science or data analytics to intelligence, defense, or national security operations. Experience contributing to the design or evaluation of decision-support systems, training programs, or workflow processes. Proficiency with analytic tools (R, Python, or similar) and data visualization platforms. Understanding of HUMINT tradecraft and operational decision-making cycles. Ability to brief peers and mid-level leaders effectively. Desired Qualifications Master's degree in a relevant discipline. Prior experience supporting HUMINT operations or decision-making within DIA, DoD, or Combatant Commands. Experience developing or delivering training to intelligence professionals. Familiarity with organizational change management or performance improvement frameworks. Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000 annually. Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market data. DarkStar provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and long-term success of our full-time employees. Additional Details Travel: Up to 10% Work Environment: On-site, Quantico, VA Security Note All applicants must be U.S. citizens and maintain eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance. About DarkStar Intelligence DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. We prioritize both client satisfaction and employee retention, delivering high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values: Humility: We place mission success above personal recognition. Passion: We bring enthusiasm and dedication to every challenge. Agility: We adapt quickly to evolving operational needs. Ownership: We hold ourselves accountable for results and uphold the highest standards of excellence. We are mission-driven and results-oriented, striving to make our country safer through every task we undertake. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Commitment At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we are committed to maintaining a professional and legally compliant work environment where individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We adhere strictly to all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Employment decisions at DarkStar are made solely on the basis of individual qualifications, performance, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment-including hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination-on the basis of: Race or color, Religion, Sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), National origin, Age, Disability, Genetic information, Veteran status. Or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law Our EEO standards are embedded in all employment practices to ensure compliance, fairness, and accountability. We enforce a zero-tolerance policy for unlawful discrimination or harassment and encourage employees to report concerns without fear of retaliation. EEO Flyer: shorturl.at/abp NX Employee Benefits DarkStar Intelligence provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support the health, financial stability, and personal well-being of our team members. Core Benefits for employees: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans Income Protection: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer contributions Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and legal services Paid Leave: Generous PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and one floating holiday Voluntary Benefits: Legal & Identity Protection: LegalShield and IDShield Additional Insurance: Whole life, accident, and critical care coverage We believe in recognizing and supporting the professionals who make our mission possible. Your well-being is an investment in our collective success.

Type: Full Time Overview: BluePath Labs is a fast growing research and management consulting company focused on the challenging research problems for both government and private sector clients. This position requires supporting a key government client with expert analytical chemistry assistance to aid in its mission to stem the flow of opioids into the United States. The Mid-Level Scientist will support a 24/7 watch floor operation. There may be shift work and work schedules may vary depending on mission requirements. Employees may need to remain on call even when not scheduled. Candidates must be able to pass a technical evaluation and a government background investigation to be considered. This an exciting and fast paced opportunity to have a positive impact on the Nation. The position is located at a government site located near Sterling, VA. Role & Responsibilities: * Conducts technical reviews of report findings from reachback staff * Performs analysis of FTIR and Raman spectra with or without reference libraries * Performs other WMD spectral analyses including radiation * Predicts FTIR spectra based on chemical structure * Reports findings of FTIR and Raman spectra analysis * Prepares and gives oral and written reports on findings as directed within given time and mission parameters * Prepares monthly reports of reachback activity and chemical identifications * Provides troubleshooting and technical support for field chemical screening devices * Creates and maintains centralized libraries of FTIR and Raman spectra Requirements: * 1-3 years' experience in laboratory analysis and testing, general spectroscopy, and/or interpretation of spectral data. * Earned a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in a physical science or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. * Has successfully completed two semesters of organic chemistry and one semester of analytical chemistry. * Has good written and oral communication skills. * Proficient in MS Word and Excel. Has basic computer skills. Benefits: BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to: healthcare reimbursement, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year. About BluePath BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience. BluePath's extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial, and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies, and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur, and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath's culture. ***************************** BluePath Labs is an equal opportunity employer.

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it's providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world's most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers The Tyvek R&D team is seeking for an Associate Investigator who will support the R&D team in the flash spinning technology development as well as in product development and their introduction into the market. This hiring initiative represents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic empowered R&D team that applies a rich understanding of materials, polymer science, chemistry, chemical and mechanical engineering in a diverse environment with the mission to develop nonwoven membrane solutions that protect people, property and critical products and processes from the hazards that threaten them. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Performs laboratory tests under minimum supervision. Develops analytical method and writes job procedures. Responsible to maintain the operational capability of lab equipment. Acquires data to solve technical problems and to support development programs. Coordinates and checks work- and test-requests, communicates test results and writes reports. Provides assistance to R&D test preparation, execution and analysis, complaint investigation and quality control. Coordinates with Manufacturing Technology and Operations to execute R&D tests on commercial equipment. Collaborates locally and globally with larger R&D team to coordinate sample shipping, align equipment and methodologies, and report data and analyses. This job may require travel up to 10% of work time. Education & Experience: Bachelor's in Material Science, Engineering or Chemistry or related discipline. 3+ years of practical experience in a Material Science laboratory or manufacturing environment is an advantage. Knowledge in laboratory method development, method validation and statistical analysis. Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us! DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information. DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned company with benefits that are unmatched by most companies. Employee ownership, generous 401K, full health/dental/life/vision insurance benefits, interesting assignments, educational reimbursement, competitive salaries and a pleasant work environment combine to make Radiance Technologies a great place to work and succeed. The Scientist will work side-by-side with clients, scientists, and engineers to: Operate, improve, optimize, and deploy scientific image processing and geospatial algorithms. Utilize advanced processing pipelines and other tools to analyze and exploit remotely sensed data to produce and disseminate products. Analyze and parse data in a variety of geospatial file formats and databases for machine learning and algorithm optimization, testing, and validation. Provide technical leadership to teams performing exploitation and process development. Create and deliver technical briefings and reports. Required Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in STEM field (Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Remote Sensing, or another relevant technical field) Understanding of signal and image processing techniques Active TS/SCI clearance Desired Skills and Qualifications: Master's or PhD degree in STEM field (Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Remote Sensing, or another relevant technical field) Experience with image processing and exploitation as well as experience with docker and container deployment. Ability to develop processing chains that combine multiple programs and algorithms into efficient automation schemes. Ability to code/script in Python or C/C++. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

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

Location: Atlanta, GA; Richmond, VA; Indianapolis, IN; Mason, OH; Chicago, IL (preferred). This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. PLEASE NOTE: This position is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship. The AI Machine Learning Scientist is responsible for Artificial Intelligence (AI) scientific and statistical methods to assist with product creation, development and improvement. How you will make an impact: * Develops and maintains infrastructure systems that connect internal data sets. * Creates new data collection frameworks for structured and unstructured data. * Leads enterprise-scale AI initiatives by designing horizontal capabilities such as RAG, evaluations-as-a-service, prompt/version control, guardrails, feature, and vector stores, adopted across business units. * Develops, analyzes, and models complex operational, clinical, and economic data, while delivering end-to-end ML systems (XGBoost / LightGBM) and LLM systems with clear SLOs. * Architects scalable solutions including cloud lakehouse (Databricks / Spark, SQL), streaming (Kafka/Kinesis), and API-first approaches; oversees serving technologies (vLLM / Triton / KServe / Ray / SageMaker). * Establishes and manages LLMOps / MLOps processes using tools like MLflow, CI/CD, and IaC, focusing on observability, drift detection, hallucination rates, and maintaining SLOs/SLAs. * Implements data leadership strategies that include data contracts, quality SLAs, and FHIR-aware design for PHI/PII, with a focus on embedding/vectorization strategies. * Develops Responsible AI frameworks including fairness/robustness evaluations, red-teaming, and model risk management, ensuring audit readiness (HIPAA, SOC 2, HITRUST). * Defines visions and OKRs for strategy and portfolio management, orchestrating build-buy-partner decisions and optimizing ROI and FinOps, while influencing VP/C-suite and ensuring cross-functional alignment. * Mentors principal and lead contributors, drives design reviews, and oversees Agile/SAFe delivery across multiple teams. * Demonstrates proven outcomes by shipping AI products with measurable clinical and business impact. * Develop experimental and analytic plans for machine learning algorithms and data modeling processes * Use of strong baselines. * Determines cause and effect relations. Minimum Requirements: * Requires a Bachelor's degree in a highly quantitative field (Computer Science, Machine Learning, Operational Research, Statistics, Mathematics, etc.) or equivalent degree and 4 or more years of experience; or any combination of education and experience in configuration management, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities & Experiences: * Prefer Master's or PhD. degrees in a quantitative field (or equivalent) and 6+ years of experience in building production ML/LLM systems, with leadership in multi-team programs. For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $138,160 to $207,240 Locations: Chicago, IL In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws. * The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health. Who We Are Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. How We Work At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business. We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few. Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ******************************************** for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Science and Research Job Qualifications: Skills: Data Management, Data Quality Assurance, Science, Scientific Research, Technical Support Certifications: None Experience: 0 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No Job Description: SCIENTIST GDIT's Science & Engineering group has an immediate position for a qualified candidate to provide scientific and technical support to environmental monitoring projects and special studies for EPA's Great Lakes National Program Office (GLNPO). This full-time position is located onsite at GDIT's Falls Church office (3170 Fairview Park Drive); however, teleworking may be considered, and travel may be required. Responsibilities Provide technical expertise, data management, data quality assessment, and quality assurance support to environmental monitoring and remediation projects. Review physical, chemical and biological data generated from Great Lakes monitoring programs and sediment investigations. Ensure data meet standards listed in plans, standard operating procedures and EPA environmental methods and assign data qualifiers as needed. Assist with planning, implementation, documentation and reporting on environmental monitoring with a focus on water quality, biological monitoring, and coastal wetlands. Accurately manage analytical and field data and coordinate with data managers to process electronic data deliverables. Assemble sampling kits for fish sampling and assist with shipping them to samplers. Write and review technical reports, quality assurance project plans, sampling designs, and SOPs Interface with environmental scientists, IT staff and other technical personnel to develop tools and applications to support environmental monitoring data collection, assessment, analysis and Serve as chemical hygiene officer onboard a Great Lakes research vessel and support monitoring activities onboard the vessel. Responsible for safety of scientists and crew and for ensuring all laboratory and ship operations are performed in accordance with health and safety regulations. Specific tasks may include conducting inspections, water sampling, monitoring various sampling and work activities, providing guidance to ensure safe work practices, overseeing chemical handling and storage, and implementing emergency procedures related to hazardous chemicals. Qualifications (Required Experience and Skills) Bachelor's degree with 2+ years professional experience or Master's degree and professional experience related to Chemistry Experience in environmental monitoring and assessment, field data collection, and laboratory analyses Lab safety experience Experience using MS Access Effective communication skills to interact with team members Excellent analytical, problem solving, and creative thinking skills Excellent technical writing capabilities Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and switch between tasks quickly Willingness to travel Familiarity with water quality monitoring is a plus OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in science and research at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your curiosity for discovery and innovation. The likely salary range for this position is $69,264 - $80,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: 10-25% Telecommuting Options: Hybrid Work Location: USA VA Falls Church Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Are you a Scientist with interest in performing biochemistry, chemistry, and/or molecular biology testing? Come join DGS as a Scientist in our Newborn Screening Group! Title: Scientist (Weekend) Newborn Screening - CL295/CL424 State Role Title: Scientist I Hiring Range: $60,000 - $76,000 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of General Services Location: Richmond, VA Agency Website: ******************** Recruitment Type: General Public - G DGS is seeking two Scientists for our Newborn Screening Laboratory at the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services (DCLS). This position serves as a permanent Weekend Scientist. This position will perform filter paper blood spot analysis and other testing for a variety of genetic and metabolic disorders as required by the Code of Virginia. Virginia's Newborn Screening Program is a partnership between DCLS and the Virginia Department of Health to screen each baby born in Virginia for certain rare yet serious metabolic and genetic disorders. Babies with these disorders may look healthy at birth but can suffer devastating consequences, even death, if the disorder goes untreated. The Newborn Screening Group works with various platforms including mass spectrometry, electrophoresis, microfluidics, automated immunoassays, and molecular techniques including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and sequencing. As a member of the Newborn Screening analytical team, these Weekend Scientists will perform sample analyses, interpret results, evaluate QA/QC, maintain accurate records, provide customer service and assist with training. In addition, this position will maintain laboratory equipment, inventory, and supplies. This bench scientist will perform duties independently with minimal oversight from Senior Scientists and from the Group Manager. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Independently performs moderate and highly complex testing accurately. Support the DCLS Quality Management System to ensure the accuracy and integrity of DCLS laboratory test results. Maintains, troubleshoots, monitors repair services for and documents instrument, equipment, method problems, and service requests. Monitors and maintains a current inventory of testing supplies and materials. This position will be in Richmond, Virginia and must report on-site. This Weekend Scientist is required to work a permanent Tuesday - Saturday shift. Dedicated established NBS Weekend Scientists are required to achieve competence and remain competent in multiple time sensitive testing to meet weekend testing requirements. Established Weekend Scientists are required to achieve time sensitive testing competencies within 6 months of their effective hire date and begin the weekend schedule for which they were hired. After competencies have been achieved and the incumbent is placed on the weekend shift, the NBS Weekend Scientist's salary will be adjusted to reflect the additional competencies they are required to maintain an adherence to their assigned dedicated weekend schedule. Hours of work for this position are typically 8 hours per day/5 days per week with a set schedule of Tuesday through Saturday. The initial training period will be Monday through Friday. In addition, some holiday work and on-call coverage are required. We've got great benefits! DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally, supplemental bus passes, ride share, or parking are available, and DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Minimum Requirements Meet Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) requirements for testing personnel in a high complexity testing laboratory as defined in 42 CFR 493.1489. Knowledge of basic laboratory safety. Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment. Ability to work a set schedule of Tuesday through Saturday, with some weekend and holiday work as well as on-call coverage. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Additional Considerations Experience performing biochemistry, chemistry, (such as immunoassays, HPLC or electrophoresis), and/or molecular biology testing procedures. Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining laboratory instrumentation. Knowledge of and experience with the theory and application of quality assurance practices, principles and procedures and how to document QA/QC data. Experience performing testing in a clinical laboratory. Knowledge of and experience performing high complexity, high volume clinical laboratory testing using automated laboratory equipment. Experience compiling and analyzing data, drawing scientific conclusions and providing data summary reports. Knowledge of and experience with CLIA regulations and audits. Knowledge of and experience with computerized laboratory information management systems (LIMS), spreadsheets, MS Office products, and laboratory software programs . Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and organize lab work. Experience in Liquid Chromatography (LC), Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), or Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). Special Instructions The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application. Online applications should be submitted via jobs.virginia.gov. Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office ********************* or ************. You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received, but this position may be closed at any time after December 5, 2025. Please refer to the “Your Application” page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at ************ for assistance. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. This position requires the ability to work a set schedule for Tuesday through Saturday with some holiday work and on-call coverage. The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Blood-borne pathogen training will be provided by the employer. To comply with OSHA blood-borne pathogen requirements, DCLS offers the Hepatitis B vaccine. DCLS employees are designated as essential personnel. This designation requires DCLS employees to report to the workplace or at an assigned remote location during state authorized closings or delays (i.e., weather-related closures/delays, holidays, etc.), unless otherwise instructed by management. Due to the critical nature of the work performed by the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services (DCLS) and the requirements and responsibilities placed upon DCLS by the Drug Free Workplace Act, Federal Select Agent Program, and DHRM Policy 1.05 Alcohol and other Drugs, it is the policy of DCLS to maintain a workplace that is free from the harmful effects of alcohol or other drugs. The unlawful or unauthorized use of drugs by DCLS employees while at work adversely impacts DCLS's ability to perform high quality analytical testing services and support for local, state and federal agencies that serve to protect the health, safety and security of the public. As such, DCLS strictly prohibits the manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of alcohol, marijuana, or other drugs, prohibits employees from possessing or using alcohol, marijuana or any controlled substances (including, but not limited to prescription drugs) while in state owned vehicles, in the workplace or on DCLS premises, or when performing official work duties. Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights. The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply. In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at ************. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process. Contact Information Name: DGS Human Resources Phone: ************ Email: *********************

Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments. Summary Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments. Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026 Salary $49,960 to - $99,314 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 9 Locations FEW vacancies in the following locations: Clear AFB, AK Eielson AFB, AK Elmendorf AFB, AK Little Rock AFB, AR Show morefewer locations (54) Davis Monthan AFB, AZ Luke AFB, AZ Beale AFB, CA Edwards AFB, CA Los Angeles, CA March AFB, CA Travis AFB, CA Vandenberg AFB, CA Buckley AFB, CO Colorado Springs, CO Peterson AFB, CO Dover AFB, DE Eglin AFB, FL Hurlburt Field, FL MacDill AFB, FL Patrick AFB, FL Robins AFB, GA Pearl Harbor, HI Mountain Home AFB, ID Scott AFB, IL Barksdale AFB, LA Hanscom AFB, MA Andrews AFB, MD Whiteman AFB, MO Columbus AFB, MS Keesler AFB, MS Malmstrom AFB, MT Grand Forks AFB, ND Minot AFB, ND Offutt AFB, NE McGuire AFB, NJ Cannon AFB, NM Holloman AFB, NM Kirtland AFB, NM Rome, NY Heath, OH Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Altus AFB, OK Tinker AFB, OK Vance AFB, OK Charleston AFB, SC Ellsworth AFB, SD Arnold AFB, TN Dyess AFB, TX Goodfellow AFB, TX Laughlin AFB, TX San Antonio, TX Hill AFB, UT Dahlgren, VA Langley AFB, VA Pentagon, Arlington, VA Fairchild AFB, WA McChord AFB, WA Warren AFB, WY Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Internships Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 12 Job family (Series) * 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences Supervisory status No Security clearance Top Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Trust determination process * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number K-26-DHA-12807107-MDL Control number 846774300 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Students Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution. Recent graduates Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans. Clarification from the agency This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Duties Help * This is a formal AF intern position in the Recent Palace Acquire Program (PAQ) and, as such, it is centrally funded by HQ AFPC/DPZS. GS-07 * Uses prescribed methods to perform specific, and limited work assignments that are normally minor phases of a broader assignment of a higher-grade professional. * Assists in coordinating projects with engineers, biological scientists, physical scientists, and community planners. * Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. GS-09 * Participates in providing environmental biological science support in assigned environmental projects through application of professional knowledge and skill in the biological sciences with emphasis on environmental practices, processes, and techniques. * Responsible for executing assigned routine projects, in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies. * Assists in the development of curricula and training for assigned program areas. * Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment. Requirements Help Conditions of employment * This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection * Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see *********** * Total salary varies depending on location of position * PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations * Recruitment incentives may be authorized * This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Some position may be subject to drug testing * Employee must maintain current certifications * Disclosure of Political Appointments * You will be required to serve a one year probationary period * Some position under this announcement may require either a secret, top secret, or special sensitive clearance Qualifications * The CSA PAQ program requires a degree with overall GPA standing of 2.95 /3.0 or higher. All qualifications must be met prior to August 2026. This must be from an accredited college or university: BASIC REQUIREMENTS for GS-7 and GS-9: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. You may qualify if you meet one of the following: 1. GS-7: You must have completed or will complete a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in the following: a) Grade Point Average 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. 2. GS-9: You must have completed 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree: a) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc. you cannot qualify based on GPA. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional knowledge of the biological sciences (environmental) concepts and principles and standard practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects or minor phases of a larger and more complex project. 2. Knowledge to study environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects (See Environmental Program Checklist). 3. Basic knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices. 4. Ability to search technical reports, manufacturers' catalogs, and other guidelines to obtain information. 5. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member in the design of environmental systems. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ************************************************** Please submit copies of all Transcripts to include Transferred hours - Official copies are not required at time of application. If selected, you will be required to provide official copies of all Transcripts. *NOTE*Degree Audits are not accepted. If you qualify based on undergraduate education and you have not graduated prior to applying to this position. You may be offered a position contingent upon your final grade point average or class ranking. IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. * The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program. * The term "recent graduate" means a person who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than two years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than four years. Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent/term with a full-time/part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. * The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is progressing toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least 1 year of the program. * The term "recent graduate" means a person awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than 2 years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than 4 years. Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications. Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required documents Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be provided with your application for this Public Notice. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming. * Online Application - Questionnaire * Resume - Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "

The Virginia Tech Physics Department invites applications for one postdoctoral associate/research scientist to work with Dr. Vsevolod Ivanov and Dr. Patrick Huber on the Quantum Sensing of Neutrinos (QuSen) project sponsored by DARPA. The successful candidate will conduct research in the areas of computational physics with the goal to develop a framework for understanding excess energy from defect formation in neutrino detectors. Duties may include supervising and coordinating the work of other researchers and personnel, including graduate and undergraduate students, as well as developing future efforts. The successful candidate will be based in Blacksburg, VA, but may be required to travel for conference presentations and international collaboration. Successful candidates at the Research Scientist level will have additional responsibilities with mentoring junior group members, as well as assisting the PIs with grant proposals. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with the broader quantum community at Virginia Tech, which includes the Center for Neutrino Physics, the Virginia Tech Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering (vtq.vt.edu), the Center of Quantum Architecture and Software Development within the VT Innovation Campus, as well as the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), of which Virginia Tech is a member. Required Qualifications The successful applicant must hold a Ph.D. in physics, material science, or a related field. * Strong verbal and written communication skills that are reinforced by active listening skills * Advanced knowledge of the principles of physics * Advanced knowledge of the methods and techniques used for research in computational condensed matter physics * Demonstrated experience of first-principles simulation codes such as VASP, Quantum Espresso, Wien2k or others * Demonstrated experience with phonon and exciton calculations and related properties * Research Scientist candidates must have previous postdoctoral research experience Preferred Qualifications * Demonstrated knowledge of simulating solid state defects, including formation processes with nudged elastic band, molecular dynamics, or related methods Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40 hours - exempt position Review Date 10/25/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jackie Woodyard at ************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Work Schedule Second Shift (Afternoons) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials Job Description Position: Associate Scientist - Automation (2nd Shift) Location: Richmond, VA Department: Automation - Immunochemistry This is a fully onsite role based at our BIOA Laboratory in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future. Our PPD Laboratory Services team has a direct impact on improving patient health through the expertise of scientists, industry thought-leaders and therapeutic experts. As the world leader in serving science, our laboratory professionals bring their commitment to accuracy and quality to deliver groundbreaking innovations. A day in the Life: Performs a variety of complex sample preparation and analysis procedures using automated laboratory robotics (GYROS, Hamilton, TECAN, etc) Works with multiple functional groups to meet business needs Plans and coordinates work with periodic supervision Sets up and maintains analytical instrumentation Trains on routine operation, maintenance of lab equipment Ensures QA findings are addressed appropriately Provides assistance and training to other team members Performs work assignments accurately, and in a timely and safe manner Reviews, interprets, and analyzes data for technical, quality and compliance to protocols, methods, SOPs, client criteria and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Education Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as biology, biochemistry, immunology, chemistry, molecular biology or similar Experience Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 1+ years') or equivalent combination of education, training, & experience. In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Support testing and analysis in the immunochemistry and vaccine department (run assays, prepare samples, lab documentation) Manual dexterity (pipetting, operate lab equipment, etc.) Experience performing immunoassays, ELISA or similar testing Communicate effectively and follow detailed written and verbal instruction. Cooperate with coworkers within an organized team environment or work alone with supervision. Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame. Maintain a laboratory notebook and complete all documentation with clear and accurate language and according to the SOP. Proficient in the use of analytical instrumentation Ability to plan, schedule and carry out work for successful project completion. 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Requisition ID: 904681 Position:Part-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from getting the eye care they need. We are experts who know that every appointment begins and ends with trust. It's how we stay true to Dr. Pearle's vision of genuine eye care. Pearle Vision is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!An Independent Doctor of Optometry affiliated with Pearle Vision (Luxottica) seeks an Associate Optometrist. You will work within the practice of a Pearle Vision Subleasing Optometrist as an employee or contracted doctor. As a private Independent practice, Luxottica operates the optical dispensary while the Affiliated Doctor operates the Doctors office and provides high quality optometric care and service to patients. Working as an Associate Doctor of Optometry within the practice, the terms of agreement, practice model, pay and hours are all negotiated directly between you and the Subleasing doctor. As an Associate of a Subleasing Doctor, Practice Benefits Include: Professional autonomy to care for patients Full scope of practice predicated only on your professional discretion and agreement with the Subleasing Doctor (no company imposed restrictions or quotas to meet) Flexible scheduling available including part-time commitments or the option to add work to an existing practice schedule Work in a fully furnished office with a full suite of OD equipment Automated on-line appointment book and patient recall system Affiliation Advantages: Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. The group's wholesale distribution network covers more than 150 countries across 5 continents and is complemented by an extensive network of approximately 7,400 store locations. Since being founded in 1961, Luxottica has had over 50 years of innovation, growth and financial stability. Your opportunity to work with a full scope Independent Pearle Vision practice is waiting. Contact us to get started! Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at ************ (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email ********************************. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law. .job Title{ display:none !important; } Nearest Major Market: Richmond Job Segment: Social Media, Optometry, Marketing, Healthcare

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 534453 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: College of Science Department: Physics Job Description The Virginia Tech Physics Department invites applications for one postdoctoral associate/research scientist to work with Dr. Vsevolod Ivanov and Dr. Patrick Huber on the Quantum Sensing of Neutrinos (QuSen) project sponsored by DARPA. The successful candidate will conduct research in the areas of computational physics with the goal to develop a framework for understanding excess energy from defect formation in neutrino detectors. Duties may include supervising and coordinating the work of other researchers and personnel, including graduate and undergraduate students, as well as developing future efforts. The successful candidate will be based in Blacksburg, VA, but may be required to travel for conference presentations and international collaboration. Successful candidates at the Research Scientist level will have additional responsibilities with mentoring junior group members, as well as assisting the PIs with grant proposals. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with the broader quantum community at Virginia Tech, which includes the Center for Neutrino Physics, the Virginia Tech Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering (vtq.vt.edu), the Center of Quantum Architecture and Software Development within the VT Innovation Campus, as well as the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), of which Virginia Tech is a member. Required Qualifications The successful applicant must hold a Ph.D. in physics, material science, or a related field. * Strong verbal and written communication skills that are reinforced by active listening skills * Advanced knowledge of the principles of physics * Advanced knowledge of the methods and techniques used for research in computational condensed matter physics * Demonstrated experience of first-principles simulation codes such as VASP, Quantum Espresso, Wien2k or others * Demonstrated experience with phonon and exciton calculations and related properties * Research Scientist candidates must have previous postdoctoral research experience Preferred Qualifications * Demonstrated knowledge of simulating solid state defects, including formation processes with nudged elastic band, molecular dynamics, or related methods Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40 hours - exempt position Review Date 10/25/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jackie Woodyard at ************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: October 16, 2025 Applications close:

Job Title: Research Chemist Reporting: Director of Innovation Ascent Industries Co. is seeking a Research Chemist to join our Research and Development team. This role will serve as the technical focal point for new custom and contract manufacturing projects and drive successful execution from proof of concept through commercial-scale production. This role will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders in R&D, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to drive commercial success with a focus on speed to solution, commercial-scale viability, deep technical rigor, and a proactive safety mindset. The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in experiment design, synthesis, process chemistry, commercial-scale unit operations, and scale up within the chemicals or materials industry. This role is expected to serve as the subject matter expert for all analytical testing related to the contract manufacturing projects, implementing customer specified tests and introducing new test methods that are critical for ensuring product quality. Duties and Responsibilities: * Serve as the technical focal point for new contract manufacturing opportunities. * Identify fastest and most efficient route to commercially viable solutions for new contract manufacturing and custom synthesis opportunities based on a deep understanding of process chemistry and plant unit operations. * Establish R&D lab capabilities for synthesis, process development, sample preparation, and testing by evaluating current capabilities and additional needs to support project pipeline. * Design experiments based on sound scientific principles and statistical methods to validate technical packages for proof of concept, optimize processes, and develop technical package for manufacturing to support First Time in Spec production. * Rapidly produce samples for customer evaluation based on a thorough understanding of plant equipment capabilities and technical requirements * Demonstrate expertise in a broad array of analytical instruments and drive new method development to align internal test methods and capabilities with customer methods and protocols. Leverage external labs for specialized test capabilities. * Collaborate with key stakeholders in Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Product stewardship to drive successful commercialization. * Engage with customers to gather process details, develop experimental plans, communicate project progress, present key findings, results, and support successful qualifications. * Create Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions for core lab activities. Assure safe lab operations and compliance with site regulations while ensuring zero recordables. Skills, Qualifications, Experience, Special Physical Requirements: * Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science and Engineering * Proven hands-on industrial scale-up and technical transfer experience (5+ years) in fine or specialty chemicals or materials industry with subject matter expertise in one or more product categories: Adhesives, Coatings, Surfactants, Dispersions, Specialty Additives, and Reactive Blends. Know-how of product requirements for one or more market segments: CASE, Oil and Gas Chemicals, Plastics/Engineered Polymers, Water Treatment Chemicals, Lubricants, and Personal Care. * Strong lab scale synthesis skills, working knowledge of commercial-scale process equipment, and prior experience scaling a product from the laboratory scale through robust commercial scale production. Solid understanding of interplay between raw materials, formulations, manufacturing process variables, product specifications, and product performance. * Prior experience with development of detailed technical packages for scale up. * In depth analytical and method development experience with techniques such as GPC, GC, HPLC, FTIR, NMR, Rheology, Particle Size, and wet chemistry. * Design of Experiments and Six Sigma Green Belt Experience Preferred. * Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines. * Strong communication skills both written and verbal. * US Citizenship or Green Card required Success Metrics * On time execution of R&D work for new contract manufacturing projects per milestones established in NPD process * Improve technology transfer from lab to plant with a focus on developing detailed technical packages for achieving target specifications in the first production run. * Develop detailed understanding of customer technical protocols for testing and drive quick internal implementation * Serve as a technical interface to provide outstanding customer engagement in all technical aspects and help position R&D as our unique value proposition to contract manufacturing customers