Biology Expertise Sought for AI Training - Bachelor's or higher degree in Biology required
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
Outlier helps the world's most innovative companies improve their AI models by providing human feedback. Are you an experienced Biology who would like to lend your expertise to train AI models?
About the opportunity:
Outlier is looking for talented accounting and tax experts to help train generative artificial intelligence models
This freelance opportunity is remote and hours are flexible, so you can work whenever is best for you
You may contribute your expertise by…
Assessing the factuality and relevance of domain-specific text produced by AI models
Crafting and answering questions related to Biology
Evaluating and ranking domain-specific responses generated by AI models
Examples of desirable expertise:
A bachelor's or higher degree in Biology or a related subject
Experience working as an Biology professional
Ability to write clearly about concepts related to Biology in fluent English
Payment:
Currently, pay rates for core project work by Biology experts range from $30 to $50 per hour USD.
Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project need, and other factors. For example, higher rates may be offered to PhDs. For non-core work, such as during initial project onboarding or project overtime phases, lower rates may apply. Certain projects offer incentive payments. Please review the payment terms for each project.
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Senior Principal Applied Scientist (OCI/GenAI)
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Generative AI team is responsible for growing OCI's Generative AI and Agent services. Our goal is to enable customers to apply AI to solve their particular business problems with Oracle's assistance and expertise in Generative AI. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work with teams of applied scientists and engineers to deliver high quality generative ai models and services that delights our customers with the confidence that their data are safe and protected.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead image generation model research and development efforts. As the image generation model scientist lead, you will be responsible for driving the development and implementation of cutting-edge image generation and manipulation technologies. You will lead a team of world-class scientists in exploring new frontiers of image synthesis, style transfer, and image editing.
Responsibilities:
+ Research and Development: Conduct in-depth research on image generation techniques, including generative adversarial networks (GANs), diffusion models, and other emerging approaches.
+ Model Development: Design, develop, and train state-of-the-art image generation models that meet the highest quality standards.
+ Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing team of scientists and engineers.
+ Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate image generation capabilities into various applications and products.
+ Innovation: Identify new opportunities for image generation and explore emerging technologies.
+ Stay Updated: Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends and advancements in image generation.
Qualifications and Experience:
+ PhD Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Linguistics or a related field with a dissertation, thesis or final project centered in Machine Learning and Deep Learning) with 8+ years relevant experience is preferred but not a must; OR Masters or Bachelor's in related field with 12+ years relevant experience
+ Strong publication record, including as a lead author or reviewer, in top-tier journals or conferences.
+ Extensive experience in image generation, computer vision, and deep learning
+ Proven track record of leading research and development projects
+ Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and architectures
+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
+ Strong leadership and communication abilities Education
+ PhD Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Linguistics or a related field with a dissertation, thesis or final project centered in Machine Learning and Deep Learning) with 5+ years relevant experience is preferred but not a must; OR
+ Masters or Bachelor's in related field with 5+ years relevant experience
If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of image generation and have a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply.
Career Level - IC5
Disclaimer:
**Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.**
**Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only**
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC5
Disclaimer:
**Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.**
**Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only**
US: Hiring Range: from $139,300 to $291,900 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
**About Us**
As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's problems. True innovation starts with diverse perspectives and various abilities and backgrounds.
When everyone's voice is heard, we're inspired to go beyond what's been done before. It's why we're committed to expanding our inclusive workforce that promotes diverse insights and perspectives.
We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.
Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer a highly competitive suite of employee benefits designed on the principles of parity and consistency. We put our people first with flexible medical, life insurance and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by calling ***************, option one.
**Disclaimer:**
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
*** Which includes being a United States Affirmative Action Employer**
Senior Research Scientist, Humana Healthcare Research
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** Through the design and implementation of various types of research studies and the strategic interpretation of data, the mission of Humana Healthcare Research (HHR) is to produce high-quality, actionable evidence and rigorous, peer-reviewed research to improve health outcomes, guide Humana's strategy, and advance the body of knowledge for the scientific community and society at large. HHR maintains external partnerships with healthcare industry, government, academia and others to produce research important to internal and external stakeholders.
The Health Services Research Team in HHR is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join a team of multi-disciplinary research professionals passionate about combining and analyzing diverse types of primary and secondary data to extract new, actionable discoveries about our members and their health-related behaviors. Our team's areas of focus include-but are not limited to-Medicare policy and payment; care delivery and quality; access to healthcare, and health equity. We're looking for driven, innovative people who are interested in using their study design and analytical skills to help our members achieve lifelong well-being and help Humana make lasting, positive changes in the healthcare industry. A successful candidate will be familiar with healthcare policy, have experience conducting observational studies using administrative claims data, and have the interest and ability to contribute to all phases of research studies from conceptualization to dissemination
**Responsibilities:**
Humana is seeking a Senior Research Scientist. As part of the HHR team, you will work collaboratively to design and conduct health services and outcomes research studies:
+ Understand policy, business and clinical issues and map them into quantitative questions at the appropriate level of inquiry.
+ Identify scientifically valid study designs based on research questions and available data sources.
+ Contribute to study conceptualization, literature reviews and study protocol development.
+ Explore internal and external data sources to understand what metrics can be produced.
+ Work with complex healthcare databases to complete descriptive and inferential analyses, produce statistical output and interpret results.
+ Prepare and deliver presentations, abstracts, white papers and manuscripts to communicate study findings to a broad range of audiences.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Master's degree with quantitative research focus in health services research, health economics, quantitative social science or related field.
+ Familiarity with SAS.
+ Proficiency in at least one statistical coding language.
+ Experience conducting protocol based, collaborative research.
+ Experience working with large and dynamic real-world data sources, such as administrative claims databases or electronic health records, for observational studies.
+ Knowledge of various methodologies used in health services research such as multivariate regression, propensity score analysis, inverse probability treatment weighting, difference in difference, interrupted time series analysis, regression discontinuity designs, etc.
+ Ability to work independently and efficiently to manage multiple competing projects and initiatives.
+ Ability to create and document a research/analytical plan, complete in depth analysis, and interpret results.
+ Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to present analytical data and insights to a wide variety of audiences.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's Degree or PhD with quantitative research focus in health services research, health economics, quantitative social science or related field.
+ Advanced knowledge of SAS.
+ Understanding of healthcare policy and managed care.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$93,000 - $128,000 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
**About us**
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first - for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our ***************************************************************************
Audit Senior Staff - Construction & Real Estate
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
Full-time Description
The Audit Senior Staff is expected to correctly perform routine engagement procedures in a timely and professional manner. Individual must be able to meet assigned deadlines. An Audit Senior Staff is familiar with audit standard concepts, practices and procedures. This individual may lead and direct the work of others and relies on experience and judgment to accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
This position will work primarily within the Construction & Real Estate Industry Line. Construction and/or Real Estate experience is preferred. The position may be located in Wichita KS, Little Rock AR, or Jonesboro AR.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Requirements
Required Experience and Education
Construction and/or Real Estate experience is auditing is desired. Master's degree in Accounting or Finance, or bachelor's degree with the 150-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam. 3-5 years in relevant position or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares audit workpapers and conducts audit research as needed
Prepares a variety of detailed accounting and statistical functions relating to auditing
Effectively manages responsibilities on audit engagements
Uses reference materials in researching auditing issues
Develops an understanding of the audit client's industry and marketplace
Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with audit team members, and enhance service delivery
Maintains accurate time and expense records to ensure proper billing of clients
Complies with relevant continuing professional education requirements of the AICPA, State Board of Accountancy, Governmental Accounting Standards, and the firm
Enhances the firm image by demonstrating “executive presence”. This means instilling confidence in those you meet by manner, spoken and written word and professional appearance
Works closely with principals, managers and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client service and new business development
Maintains strong client service relationships and cross-sell services as appropriate
Demonstrates knowledge of all technical aspects of the job, including related knowledge of necessary systems and procedures
Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge effectively through written and verbal communication; seeks to continuously develop communication skills
Increasingly builds knowledge base on the firm's industry lines and service offerings
Promotes the ideas, values, mission and vision of the firm and supports the one-firm concept
Proactively seeks knowledge, new tasks and responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned
Desired Skills, Abilities and Characteristics
Professional and mature attitude
Ability to maintain confidentiality of firm and client information
Effectively communicate through oral and written means
Client service oriented
Commitment to the profession and the firm
Aptitude to learn and effectively use multiple software applications
Ability to apply principles of accounting to analyze and prepare financial information
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to demonstrate confidence and good judgment when interacting with colleagues, supervisors and clients
Ability to work well with others
Working Environment
Adams Brown, LLC promotes a flexible work environment with a deep commitment to technology and modern work arrangements. Our offices are open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during tax season and close at noon on Fridays outside of tax season. We are closed on major holidays, offer substantial paid-time-off, a comprehensive benefit package, competitive pay structure, and a culture of growth, clarity, and respect. Additional hours are required to meet client expectations and needs. There may be occasional overnight travel out-of-town. At Adams Brown, we value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits. Click here to learn more about our benefits.
AdamsBrown, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Health Scientist (Senior) - FEMA PA
Senior Principal Scientist Job 42 miles from North Little Rock
SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an engineering and technical services provider, with over 19 years of engineering and consulting experience. Our viability comes, in part, from utilizing the diverse backgrounds of the firm's owners and the experiences of its team of approximately 100 engineers, scientists, technical subject matter experts, and program and project managers. Our hands-on project implementation approach encompasses management, quality, and engineering principles to ensure effective management and delivery of all projects. SOL's reputation and keys to success are built on providing high quality, responsive engineering and related technical services while maintaining professional commitments and ensuring that full satisfaction is given to our clients throughout the United States.
We are excited to announce CCPRS won the next 5 - year contract for Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contract V (PA TAC V) in the West zones (e.g., Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Hawaii, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Missouri). Through CCPRS, SOL Engineering Services, LLC is looking for you to provide technical support assistant for FEMA disaster related operations throughout the U.S. FEMA uses the PA TAC nationally to obtain the following labor categories: Environment/General Planners, Engineers (all disciplines), Construction Managers/Inspectors/Estimators, Project Managers, Financial Analysts, as well as other related professional services to assist state, local, municipalities and public entities in developing grant applications for Federal Public Assistance Funding for the repair of their infrastructure and facilities damage by natural disasters.
SOL Engineering Services is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Health Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public health, epidemiology, environmental health, or related fields, with significant experience in disaster response and recovery efforts. The role will primarily focus on providing expert guidance and support to FEMA's PA Program, specifically in assessing and addressing health-related concerns in the aftermath of disasters. The successful candidate will play a pivotal leadership role in our disaster recovery team, providing strategic guidance, project management, and technical support to clients recovering from disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and other catastrophic events. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to leverage your ecological expertise to inform disaster recovery efforts, integrate environmental considerations into rebuilding projects, and enhance community resilience. If you have previous FEMA experience or experience in accounting or a related field of expertise and you are currently living in an area listed below or have the availability to deploy, please submit your resume.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Public Assistance (PA) Experience is in high demand for deployment considerations and is required by FEMA. Experience must be 1 or more years of deployment regional, state or local level.
Here's What You'll Need:
+ Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
+ Minimum of 10 years of experience in ecological assessment, natural resource management, or environmental consulting, with a focus on disaster recovery, FEMA Public Assistance, or related field.
+ Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to pass an FBI background check.
+ Strong understanding of FEMA regulations, policies, and guidelines related to Public Assistance programs (e.g., PA Handbook, Stafford Act).
+ Must have a clean driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
+ Must have a current valid driver's license.
+ Ability to mobilize within 24-48 hours, commit to a minimum 90-day assignment in remote locations and disaster conditions.
+ Ability to work well across multiple teams and meet critical deadlines.
+ Ability to stand or walk for long periods of times on varying terrain.
+ Flexibility to work in different locations as needed by FEMA.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
+ Computer Proficiency-in this role you must be competent and fully proficient at operating a computer, finding files, editing documents in adobe and word, working with Excel spreadsheets, ability to effectively interface with applications in web browsers, working knowledge of saving, renaming, editing, organizing files and moving between iPhone and PC seamlessly.
Ideal Candidate will also have:
- Significant focus and experience in providing excellent customer service, attention to detail and must have excellent communication (writing and verbal) skills.
- Prior experience in the PA Program: Site Inspectors, Program Delivery Managers, Public Assistance Coordinator (PAC) Crew Leader, Project Specialist, Debris Specialist, Debris Monitor, FEMA-certified Trainer, Hazard Mitigation Specialist (Sections 404 and 406), or Long-Term Community Recovery Program Specialist.
- Trainings completed in Program Delivery Manager training, Site Inspector training, Public Assistance Operations I (PA Ops I), Public Assistance Operations II (PA Ops II), Project Worksheet (PW) Development, Cost Estimating Format (CEF), Debris Management/Operations, and/or 406 Hazard Mitigation.
Veterans and HUBZone residents are encouraged to apply.
SOL Engineering Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Health Scientist
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
A **Health Scientist** works directly with CTEH's Toxicology & Health Sciences Staff in the interdisciplinary areas of Toxicology, Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment, Industrial Hygiene, and Emergency Response. Daily job tasks may include field-based environmental sampling tasks, mathematical exposure calculations, and providing written critiques of materials for litigation-related matters. The preferred candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree in a health science-related field (Biology, Toxicology, Environmental Science, Public Health, etc.), strong writing skills, and attention to details. In this career track position, the Health Scientist will receive significant mentoring and first-hand experience, along with opportunities to pursue professional certifications. Health Scientist position levels range from Assistant (entry level) to Senior (advanced/terminal degrees). Incumbents enter the career track at a level appropriate to their education, experience, certifications, and skills with the ability to gain vertical career growth through training, gained experience and prescribed benchmarks. **Time Type:** Full-Time
**Pay Range: C**ommensurate with Experience
* Compiles, critically reviews, and abstracts scientific/technical literature, depositions, and court related documents as assigned
* Provides data management and case evaluation support to project managers, toxicologists and others as requested
* Assesses, Organizes, and compiles incoming data into a database system for expert reports and tables
* Conducts evaluations of the physical, chemical, and toxicological properties of chemical substances under the direction of toxicologists
* Assists in the preparation of reports and/or client deliverables
* Assesses risk of chemicals of concern in accordance with criteria and agency screening standards under the direction of toxicologists
* Maintains records and prepares reports/correspondences related to the project
* Performs other duties as assigned
**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE**
* Bachelor's degree (required) in Public Health or Biology, Chemistry or other related science for entry level positions
* Advanced degrees and certifications with commensurate experience (desirable)
* Proficient in a Windows-based computer platform (required)
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Access and Excel to include graphs and pivot tables (required)
* Familiarity with data visualization software, such as Tableau (required)
* Prefer familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server
* Competency with Microsoft SharePoint (preferred)
**PROFESSIONAL SKILLS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS**
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a matrix reporting structure
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet conflicting deadlines
* Possesses excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with careful attention to detail being critical
* Possesses a high degree of personal initiative and responsibility for work assigned
* Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions
* Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
* Ability to work overtime and on weekends upon demands of project deadlines
* Possess a current, valid, unrestricted driver's license
* Sitting, standing, and walking
* Infrequently lifting to 25 pounds
* Infrequent overhead lifting of up to 10 pounds
* Bending, climbing and stooping
* Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
* Keyboarding/typing
* Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or a paper copy
* Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
**Our Mission**
CTEH empowers extraordinary teams of experts to help companies, governments, and communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from threats to their environment and people. We apply the brightest minds, state-of-the-art science and technology, and conclusive data to resolve complex health, safety, environmental, toxicological, and management challenges. Our experience enables us to manage complex situations better than anyone else
Associate Research Scientist
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
As the world's learning company, Pearson helps people make more of their lives through learning. We use our knowledge, passion, and reach to tackle the big problems in education and inspire a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. That is why we need smart people like you. Together, we can transform education and provide boundless opportunities for billions of learners worldwide.
The Automated Scoring team develops machine learning-based models that analyze tens of millions of learner exam responses each year. Our technology is unique and meaningful, providing results quickly on student performance on standardized tests. The Associate Research Scientist will join Pearson's Automated Scoring Team to provide customer-facing support for the administration of Pearson's automated scoring programs and support the execution of initiatives to innovate and improve the delivery of Pearson's automated scoring technologies. This role will report to and work closely with the Director of Automated Scoring, but it will also support program managers, machine learning engineers, and various internal stakeholders to ensure the quality and reliability of our automated scoring systems.
**Duties & responsibilities**
Listed below are the typical duties and responsibilities expected of an individual for the job title. The items specified below are a guideline of the minimum expectations for the job title; changes will be made on a case-by-case basis for individuals who show potential to take on more opportunities.
+ Provide customer-facing support and communications for automated scoring programs, addressing queries, and assisting with the administration of these programs.
+ Support the planning and execution of initiatives aimed at innovating and constantly improving Pearson's automated scoring technologies.
+ Conduct statistical and psychometric analyses associated with automated and human scoring under the Director of Automated Scoring.
+ Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to present technical information and research findings.
+ Engage in original research focusing on automated and human scoring, and present/publish in peer reviewed conferences/journals.
+ Contribute to the development and documentation of technical and operational procedures.
+ Stay informed about national and state trends in education and consider this information when conducting analysis work.
+ Uphold the principles defined by the Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing.
**Qualifications**
Qualified individuals will be required to work with dynamic teams driven by project delivery goals. You should possess the drive to learn and continuously improve on work performance. You must also be detail-oriented and eager to work with peers in producing quality output. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Doctoral degree in educational measurement, psychometrics, statistics, or a related field. Candidates who are ABD (All But Dissertation) with a strong background and relevant experience will also be considered.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Familiarity with and ability to utilize applied psychometric techniques, including classical test theory, item response theory, test equating, scaling, linking, and standard setting.
+ Experience with software packages and programming languages commonly used in psychometric work (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python, WINSTEPS, IRTPro, PARSCALE, MPLUS).
+ Curious and always learning habits of mind.
+ Strong team-oriented approach to work, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
+ Ability to work effectively as a member of a team in a collaborative environment.
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
**Experiences that will set you apart**
+ Experience with design, development, and delivery of operational testing programs (summative & formative)
+ Experience with the design, development, and analysis of automated scoring applications.
+ Understanding of machine learning or natural language processing techniques and their integration with traditional psychometrics.
**Working location and travel**
+ This position is remote.
+ Willingness to travel as necessary.
**Compensation at Pearson** is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
The minimum full-time salary range is between $85,000 - $92,000.
This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.
**What to expect from Pearson**
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing ******************************************.
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
**Job:** PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
**Organization:** Assessment & Qualifications
**Schedule:** FULL\_TIME
**Workplace Type:** Remote
**Req ID:** 17681
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Staff Scientist
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
**The Role** We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Scientist with strong leadership skills to join our Applied Analytics and Insights team at GM. In this role, you will partner with business stakeholders, product managers, and other data science teams to develop AI/ML solutions that create significant business value. You will work on developing and leading new and creative data science solutions aimed at enhancing GM's customer experience and profitability.
**What You'll Do**
+ Collaborate with business stakeholders, product managers, and data science teams to develop actionable, high-impact data analytical models and insights in a variety of core business areas.
+ Lead and mentor other scientists to drive high-quality analytical products in a timely manner, ensuring we are solving the right problems, using the right methods and techniques to solve these problems, drawing the right conclusions.
+ Direct the working team's approach balancing the delivery of high quality of work, speed-to-market, and scalability.
+ Develop industry leading solutions through appropriate problem framing/scoping, data requirements identification, data exploration, robust model selection and assessment, and model productionization/monitoring.
+ Identify opportunities to leverage data and design data science solutions that will support business decision making and create enterprise value.
+ Work closely with business stakeholders, data scientists, data engineers, and product managers to ensure consistent progress towards solution development and business adoption/consumption.
+ Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner, influencing senior leaders to use data and insights to make data-driven decisions.
+ Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, AI, and machine learning technologies, mentoring team member on data science best practices.
**Required Qualifications**
+ 10+ Years of professional experience in the area.
+ A Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics, physics, econometrics, or a related degree
+ Master's degree in computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics, physics, econometrics, or a related degree
**Business Acumen:**
+ Ability to understand complex business processes, and how business value is created. Based on that knowledge, propose analytic strategies and solutions that challenge and expand the thinking of the working team.
+ Ability to create structured problem statements and conceptualize potential solutions from rough client specifications and information.
+ Ability to communicate analyses, status, results, and recommendations to business management and executives in business terms.
**Technical expertise:**
+ Expert knowledge and experience in one or more of these areas*: Numerical optimization, econometric modeling and forecasting, machine learning, Bayesian statistics, game theory, agent-based simulation, text analytics, and computer vision / pattern recognition
+ Experience with analyzing source system data and data flows and working with structured and unstructured data.
+ Experience with manipulating high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources to highlight patterns, anomalies, relationships, and trends.
+ Excellent technical knowledge in two or more of the following technology areas:
+ Analytic tools and languages for statistical and machine learning models such as Python (Sci-Kit Learn), Spark, R
+ Deep Learning frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow
+ Cloud based data science platform such as Databricks and Azure
+ Data management and processing using Postgres and Databricks
+ Data visualization with tools such as Power BI and Tableau
+ Application development using Java, Springboot, React, Node, or Angular
**Additional Job Description**
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Ph.D. preferred computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics, physics, econometrics, or equivalent 10+ year's work experience in related technical or quantitative fields required (*see above technical areas).
+ Flexible analytic approach that allows for producing results at varying levels of precision.
+ Strong listening and communications skills, with ability to clearly and concisely explain complex problems and technologies to non-expert and executive audiences.
+ Evidence of being able to transfer solutions to business stakeholders for successful adoption and value realization.
+ Highly collaborative work style, with ability to provide leadership to a cross-functional team.
+ Works well in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment.
+ Commitment to constant learning to expand skills and keep pace with industry advances.
This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of [Atlanta, Austin, Detroit, Warren, Milford or Mountain View], you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
A company vehicle will be provided for this role with successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
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**About GM**
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
**Why Join Us**
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
**Benefits Overview**
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
- Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
- Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
- Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
- Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
- Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
**Diversity Information**
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
**Equal Employment Opportunity Statements**
GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, "protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at ************. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
We are leading the change to make our world better, safer and more equitable for all through our actions and how we behave. Learn more about:
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**Our Culture**
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Our diverse team of employees bring their collective passion for engineering, technology and design to deliver on our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We are looking for adventure-seekers and imaginative thought leaders to help us transform mobility.
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The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com .In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Quantum Scientist - Multiple Levels
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
**Responsibilities** Noblis is seeking Principal Engineers / Quantum Scientists to support the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Aeronautics and Exploration Technology directorates at NASA Ames Research Center (ARC). Employees will perform complex tasks related to scientific research associated with air traffic management, advanced technology, nanoelectronics, prototype software, and quantum computing, particularly the improvement of aircraft and airspace safety as well as the transition of advanced aeronautics technologies into future air vehicles. The goal of the research effort is to improve current models of quantum computing (in particular gate-model and quantum annealing) or to study unconventional paradigms of computation (for instance, optically Coherent Ising Machines).
This can involve design of experiments to run on emerging hardware to give insights into quantum approaches to problems of interest to NASA and other partners from the U.S. Government, academia, and industry. The researcher explores the physics of quantum algorithms, the robustness of the hardware, develops best practice programming techniques for quantum hardware, and illuminates the inner workings to better understand the mechanisms (e.g. entanglement, co-tunneling, many-body effects etc.) that can be used to provide a quantum computational advantage.
Example research problems include:
+ Follow, understand and review the technological developments in the sector of quantum computing, and related tangential domains, including the emergence of other post-Moore computing platforms.
+ Develop new analytical, or experimental, or numerical techniques to better analyze realistic quantum computational paradigms.
+ Invent and analyze new quantum algorithms or protocols of computation.
+ Develop, and test applications of quantum computing for specific problems such as those involving planning and scheduling of unmanned aerial systems and autonomous mobile robots, data analysis, and a number of other partner problems in the domain of optimization and machine learning.
+ Develop beyond-state-of-art classical computing techniques (optimization, machine learning).
**Required Qualifications**
+ Multiple levels available.
+ Minimum of Master's degree or Ph.D. degree, in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Computer Engineering, or related.
+ Either relevant postdoctoral work or research experience in the field of Quantum Physics, or Applied Mathematics, or Applied Computer Science
+ Proven organizational and communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar and its applications.
+ Ability to understand and code proof-of-concepts in a modern programming language
Associate Level:
+ Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or equivalent.
+ Five or more years of experience
Mid Level:
+ Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or equivalent.
+ Seven or more years of experience
Senior Level:
+ Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or equivalent.
+ Seven or more years of experience
**Desired Qualifications**
+ Experienced in publishing related work in peer reviewed journals, and contributing to obtaining new funding in the areas above.
+ Proficiency in writing documents with mathematical notations in TeX/LaTex.
+ Experience developing analytical and numerical models and algorithms, quantum and classical.
+ Experience building theoretical or software tools that enable effective use of near-term quantum hardware.
+ Experience with theoretical physics methods of analysis, optimization or machine learning methods.
**Overview**
Noblis (*********************** and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Noblis -About Us (*****************************************
**Why work at a Noblis company?**
Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards (************************************ . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.
**Total Rewards**
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits (************************************* page on our Careers (**************************** site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.
**Posted Salary Range**
USD $120,010.00 - USD $226,875.00 /Yr.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact ********************************* **.**
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**Posted Date** _2 months ago_ _(9/30/2024 3:43 PM)_
**_Requisition #_** _24184_
**_Security Clearance_** _None_
**_Employment Type_** _Full Time_
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**_Telework Options_** _Remote_
**_Company_** _Noblis_
Principal Scientist, Downstream Processing & Purification
Senior Principal Scientist Job 42 miles from North Little Rock
Johnson & Johnson is hiring a Principal Scientist, Downstream Processing & Purification located in Malvern, PA. At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *********************
For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world's most pressing healthcare challenges.
We know that the success of our business - and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions - depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential.
At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.
The candidate for this position will lead and perform purification process development for the antibody-based modalities within the API-Large Molecule group in Malvern, PA. The candidate will lead the design and execution of development studies and use engineering principles to optimize the centrifugation, chromatography, and filtration process steps for product quality and productivity. You will identify and determine appropriate ranges of (critical) process parameters for the drug substance process and transfer technology to manufacturing partners. The candidate will write and review protocols, technical reports, regulatory documents, and memos to summarize experiments and investigations. The candidate will work effectively in a team environment, mentor individuals, as well as contribute individually. The candidate will work as a matrix leader managing a team achieving business objectives within project timelines. The candidate will learn and provide recommendations to refine existing downstream predictive models/simulations, create new mathematical models supporting development of current and novel therapies, and provide development and/or manufacturing troubleshooting, as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and perform purification process development for antibody-based modalities within the API-Large Molecule group.
* Design and execute development studies to enhance purification processes.
* Utilize engineering principles to optimize centrifugation, chromatography, and filtration process steps for improved product quality and productivity.
* Identify and establish appropriate ranges for critical process parameters in drug substance processes.
* Transfer technology and knowledge to manufacturing partners to ensure smooth implementation of processes.
* Write and review protocols, technical reports, regulatory documents, and memos to document experiments and investigations.
* Collaborate effectively within a team environment while also contributing individually to project goals.
* Coach and mentor team members to enhance their skills and contributions to the team.
* Analyze and refine existing downstream process models to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
* Develop new predictive models to facilitate process development and technology transfer of current and novel therapies (including scale-up and scale-down models).
* Provide troubleshooting support for development and manufacturing processes as needed.
Toxicologist
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
A Toxicologist at CTEH provides support in the areas of toxicology, risk assessment, industrial hygiene, and emergency response and may participate as a member of an emergency response team responding to chemical release emergencies. A Toxicologist will assemble, prepare, and analyze data concerning toxicological, environmental, and human health risk assessments and provide support to Project, Senior, and Principal Toxicologists as well as CTEH project managers. Utilizing his/her knowledge of various scientific disciplines, he/she may conduct and/or supervise sampling, monitoring, and information collection. Position location is at CTEH's main branch office in North Little Rock, AR. This is a career track opportunity starting at an entry level toxicologist with advancement to senior levels, commensurate with experience and education.
Job Type: Full Time
Pay Range: $85,000-$158,400 (commensurate with experience)
BENEFITS
· Health Insurance with PPO/HDP options
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Flexible Spending Account (with PPO)
· Health Savings Account (with HDP)
· Life Insurance/AD&D Insurance
· Short- & Long-Term Disability
· 401-K Retirement Savings Plan
· Short Term Incentive Pay
· Annual Incentive Compensation Plan
· Paid Time Off
· Paid Holidays
· Paid Sick Leave
· Paid Parental Leave
· Professional Development Assistance
· Employee Assistance Program
SCOPE OF WORK
Availability for sudden and extended travel as a member of an emergency response team to chemical and/or natural disasters at clients' requests to oversee/conduct air, water, and/or soil sampling, meteorological monitoring, and other scientific data collection;
Provide data management and evaluation support to project managers in the areas of toxicology, risk assessment, industrial hygiene and emergency response;
Participate in business development activities as assigned, including assisting in the development of articles and presentations;
Evaluate project needs in the areas of toxicology, risk assessment, industrial hygiene, and emergency response and develop strategies to address issues related to each project;
Prepare written reports summarizing scientific data and findings;
Perform risk calculations and prepare risk assessment and toxicology summary reports;
Compile, critically review and summarize scientific/technical data and literature;
Act as a point of contact for clients of the company including taking calls related to CTEH's worker exposure response program;
Obtain appropriate training and experience in order to develop the skills necessary to serve as a project manager/director; and,
Perform such other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Doctorate degree in Toxicology, Public Health, Biology, Medical Sciences, or a related field with 0 to 2 years of related post-degree work experience; and,
Skilled with data management and word processing software including advanced computer skills in a Windows-based platform
Professional Skills/Licenses/Certifications
HAZWOPER certification (Required - may be obtained post-hire)
DISA clearance (Required - may be obtained post-hire)
TWIC clearance (Required - may be obtained post-hire)
Current driver's license (Required)
Ability to obtain a passport (Required)
Completion of all job specific OSHA training
Ability to comply with all job specific OSHA requirements, including the wearing of a respirator.
Able to work independently and with minimal supervision;
Able to respond in a timely manner to all communications from his/her supervisor;
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a matrix reporting structure;
Able to understand and follow written and verbal directions; and,
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Lifting to 50 pounds several times a day
Overhead lifting of over 50 pounds
Bending, stooping, climbing ladders, and crawling
Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device, and/or a paper copy
Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Frequent, unscheduled travel for extended periods of time
Ability to drive noncommercial vehicles alone for long distances
Rarely may work shifts of up to 24 hours in duration
Occasionally dress out in physically demanding personal protective equipment (PPE) for site entry at HAZWOPER sites as required under 29CFR 1910.120
Occasionally wear half-face and full-face air purifying respirator (APR) as well as supplied air respirators in the form of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and hose supplied respirator with medical clearance as required under 29CFR 1910.134
Rarely wear partially or totally encapsulating personal protective equipment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Works in an office environment when not deployed on an emergency response;
Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy, and windy conditions;
May occasionally work shifts up to 24 hours in duration;
Encounter environments presenting physical hazards of uneven ground, standing water, ditches, dusty conditions, rapidly moving transportation and remediation equipment, and physical stress associated with the wear of personal protective equipment;
May work at altitudes greater than 5000 feet above sea level;
May work on land, sea, or air;
May work in a setting with potential physical and chemical hazards; and
Frequent, extended travel.
Senior Consultant, Decision Science
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
**Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
**Job Category**
Data Analytics
**Compensation Overview**
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
**Salary Range**
$91,800.00 - $151,600.00
**Target Openings**
1
**What Is the Opportunity?**
At Travelers, our vision is to advance our ability to fuel analytic-driven business decisions by accelerating cross-enterprise collaboration and capabilities. As a Sr. Consultant, Decision Science, you will combine data expertise, statistical principles, business understanding, relationship building, and communication skills that will help to advance analytical maturity and business outcomes. Through explanatory modeling and analytics as well as experimental design and related inferential techniques, you will surface actionable insights that influence business decisions and strategies. Simply put, you are helping the business understand 'the why' underneath business trends and data. This discipline focuses on supporting business areas and activities beyond pricing and reserving, including Product, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Human Resources, among others.
**What Will You Do?**
+ Understand and leverage the structured and well-documented data sources that are typically used at Travelers.
+ Extract and summarize data from relational tables, merge data appropriately, create new variables, levels and groups, check quality of data and work, while following coding best practices.
+ Use techniques that may include diagnostic analysis, active monitoring and/or multivariate methods designed to answer business questions, test hypotheses, or assess impacts and results.
+ Apply appropriate visualization (charts, graphs, maps, etc.) to analytic insights.
+ Interpret analyses and communicate findings to the core project team, recommending optimal business actions."
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?**
+ Good SQL experience.
+ Good Python experience (at least 1.5 - 2 solid years).
+ Some Cloud knowledge.
+ Knowledge of Predictive Models a plus.
+ Three years of related data and analytic experience.
+ Bachelor's Degree in a STEM related field, or a Business School Master's Degree with a concentration in a technical or analytical field.
+ Experience using explanatory, diagnostic, and inferential techniques such as experimental design, hypothesis testing, clustering analysis, time series and other statistical modeling algorithms with the ability to decide the appropriate methodology for the purpose.
+ Experience working on large-scale multidimensional data using knowledge of open-source cloud-enabled analytical programming languages.
+ Ability to research and leverage existing documentation (data libraries, governance, etc.).
+ Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle shifting priorities.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain analyses with business partners.
+ Begin to develop professional business relationships across the data & analytics community within Segment.
**What is a Must Have?**
+ Bachelor's degree or two years of experience in data, analytics, engineering, science, technical analytical fields or relevant experience.
**What Is in It for You?**
+ **Health Insurance** : Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
+ **Retirement:** Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
+ **Paid Time Off:** Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
+ **Wellness Program:** The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
+ **Volunteer Encouragement:** We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
**Employment Practices**
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we can deliver the very best products and services when our workforce reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing the diverse talent of all of our employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, where we celebrate differences, promote belonging, and work together to deliver extraordinary results.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email (*******************) so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit ******************************************************** .
Principal XM Scientist
Senior Principal Scientist Job 23 miles from North Little Rock
At Qualtrics, we create software the world's best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. But we are more than a platform-we are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 18K clients globally. Building a category takes grit, determination, and a disdain for convention-but most of all it requires close-knit, high-functioning teams with an unwavering dedication to serving our customers.
When you join one of our teams, you'll be part of a nimble group that's empowered to set aggressive goals and move fast to achieve them. Strategic risks are encouraged and complex problems are solved together, by passing the mic and iterating until the best solution comes to light. You won't have to look to find growth opportunities-ready or not, they'll find you. From retail to government to healthcare, we're on a mission to bring humanity, connection, and empathy back to business. Join over 5,000 people across the globe who think that's work worth doing.
Principal XM Scientist
Why We Have This Role
This role is crucial in delivering program consulting services to Qualtrics customers across various industries, empowering them to develop and execute world-class CX Programs. You'll lead with creation of a strategic roadmap, collaborating closely with clients to align on program vision, design journeys, and measurement strategies. By leveraging your expertise, you'll guide clients through organisational change, driving continuous insights and helping them realise tangible business outcomes.
This person is responsible for delivery of program consulting services to Qualtrics customers, across a variety of industries, to help them design and run a world-class CX Program focused on transforming our clients' frontline care interactions. This person will lead with a strategic roadmap to define the program direction, work with clients to drive strategic executive alignment and design programs, journeys and measurement strategy (surveys, embedded data, unstructured data, dashboards, closed-loop flows) to help achieve desired outcomes (such as driving operational efficiencies and cost reduction, increasing revenue and customer loyalty). This individual will help clients drive organisational change and address the common CX challenge of realising value by creating a systematic approach to driving continuous insights that will help to prioritise where to focus, as well as track and measure the effectiveness and associated value of actions taken.
In this role, deep experience in Contact Centre Operations and/or Transformation and with design/analysis of unstructured data from call centre, chat, social media, and review sites is crucial. This requires:
Experience working in a Contact Centre as an agent, manager, or support function;
Expertise in analysing or managing unstructured data to build strong Customer Experience programs;
Proven experience in driving value from integrated approaches to contact centre operations (including Agent Effectiveness, QAQM, and digital integrations);
Experience leading CC transformation with strong change management skills, including building adoption roadmaps and aligning new processes, whilst delivering business value and achieving strategic business objectives
Experience with a range of common enterprise contact centre software solutions (e.g., Dialpad, Nextiva, JustCall, RingCentral, Avaya, CloudTalk, Genesys, Five9).
You will engage with some of the world's most recognizable brands, to deliver services to augment their ability to execute a CX program, including program design, maturity assessments, program reviews, customer journey mapping, listening post designs, etc.
This highly-visible role will interface with client stakeholders at different levels of an organization to gain a deep understanding of their business needs and shape their CX Programs. This requires hands-on work in socializing, influencing, and implementing CX best-practices from strategic, methodological and operational points of view.
You will understand industry trends, shifts taking place in the experience management industry, and be able to design forward-thinking impactful solutions for our clients.
How You'll Find Success
Strategic Leadership: Lead engagements from program vision to ongoing value realization, driving transformational change and continuous improvement.
Customer Experience Expertise: Utilize your extensive CX design and delivery experience to serve as a trusted advisor, translating customer needs into actionable business requirements.
Collaborative Engagement: Foster collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and program leaders, enabling successful program deployment and ongoing success.
Analytical Proficiency: Apply strong analytical skills to derive compelling insights and recommendations tailored for executives, management, and front-line teams.
Influential Communication: Effectively communicate strategic concepts and best practices through written, analytical, and verbal channels, evangelizing key concepts and driving alignment.
How You'll Grow
Professional Development: Opportunity to further develop expertise in CX design, delivery, and consulting through hands-on client engagements and thought leadership contributions.
Leadership Development: Lead strategic sessions, present to senior leadership teams, and create strategic deliverables, enhancing leadership and problem-solving skills.
Industry Recognition: Contribute to consulting, thought leadership, and academic articles, elevating visibility and recognition in the CX domain.
Things You'll Do
Strategic Guidance: Provide post-sale consulting support to guide clients in standing up best-in-class Customer Experience Programs, from program design to ongoing maturity advancement.
Program Management: Manage engagements from program vision to organizational change, continuously driving value realization and program improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement: Foster collaborative relationships with key business stakeholders and program leaders to ensure successful program deployment and ongoing success.
Insightful Analysis: Guide the analysis of operational, customer, and financial data to create compelling insights and recommendations tailored for different organizational levels.
Strategic Content Development: Develop strategic content for consulting, thought leadership, and academic articles, contributing to industry knowledge and best practices.
What We're Looking For On Your Resume
CX Expertise: 10+ years of CX design and delivery experience in major industry verticals.
Educational Background: Advanced degree in a research or business-centric field preferred. Bachelor's Degree required.
Methodological Knowledge: Strong understanding of research methodology, survey design, and data analysis.
Program Design: Understanding of program governance, change management, organizational design principles.
Experience: Text Analytics, AI-led Design Principles, Contact Centers or Locations based businesses
Communication Skills: Exceptional written, analytical, and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership teams.
What You Should Know About This Team
Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative culture where team members work together to drive transformative outcomes for our clients.
Industry Impact: Joining our team means engaging with some of the world's most recognizable brands and making a tangible difference in their CX programs.
Growth Opportunities: You'll have ample opportunities for professional growth and development, with support for further education, certifications, and industry recognition.
Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel up to 25-30% as needed.
Our Team's Favourite Perks and Benefits
Qualtrics Experience Program - A bonus each year for an experience of your choosing
Worldwide and diverse community that enjoys helping each other
At Qualtrics we are constantly working to create an environment where everyone feels safe and comfortable coming to work and can, as a result of our culture, make their best possible contribution to our team
The Qualtrics Hybrid Work Model: Our hybrid work model is elegantly simple: we all gather in the office three days a week; Mondays and Thursdays, plus one day selected by your organizational leader. These purposeful in-person days in thoughtfully designed offices help us do our best work and harness the power of collaboration and innovation. For the rest of the week, work where you want, owning the integration of work and life.
Qualtrics is an equal opportunity employer meaning that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
Applicants in the United States of America have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
Family & Medical Leave Act
,
Equal Opportunity Employment
,
Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Qualtrics is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Qualtrics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your Qualtrics contact/recruiter know.
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COSMOS - Postdoctoral Fellow
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
* The candidate should have extensive research experience in social media mining, computational modeling of social science theories, working with social network analysis tools, and examining cyber campaigns conducted on social media; * Experience in computer programming and data management will be given preference.
**Job Duties and Responsibilities****:** * Assist with social media analysis for the research projects, hypothesis generation and evaluation for understanding cyber behaviors, data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
* Write software modules transitioning research to tool;
* Assist with multimedia-rich online information environment analysis;
* Help with training the stakeholders on research and tools;
* Mentor and monitor graduate and undergraduate students working on the project - an experience that will help the person prepare for a successful academic career afterwards;
* Assist in preparing reports and publications;
* Assist in grant writing;
* Coordinate meetings and lead discussion;
* Record minutes of the meetings; and
* Other tasks as asked.
* Extensive knowledge of computational social science and social network analysis;
* Extensive knowledge and expertise with social media mining;
* Research experience with examining cyber campaigns run on social media;
* Research experience with examining multimedia-rich social media;
* Experience with transitioning research into usable tools;
* Computer programming skills and data management skills;
* Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic background;
* Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;
* Effective organizational skills.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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The report will provide you with information on campus safety and security including information on various policies and procedures for reporting crime, safety and security prevention and protection programs, victim assistance services, fire safety, and other materials to assist you in maintaining your safety and security.
Scientist II LC-MS
Senior Principal Scientist Job 42 miles from North Little Rock
Resolian is a Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetic (DMPK) and bioanalytical services for both small and large molecules. At Resolian, we work to bring together and develop exceptional employees and colleagues who share our passion for generating significant contributions to the world. We take pride in our work and our employees. Resolian strives to help you and your family by offering a comprehensive benefits package.
Our total rewards are designed to recognize outstanding performance and meet the diversified needs of all our colleagues - at every stage of their professional and personal lives.
We continually strive to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics, scientific excellence, and regulatory compliance. We work to build trusted partnerships with each of our employees.
Please consider joining our experienced & knowledgeable staff. Resolian is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare reagents, standards, and control samples
* Analyze samples using various techniques specific to department
* Independently perform method development
* Perform method validation or qualification
* Operate analytical equipment
* Lead troubleshooting activities; assays and equipment
* Maintain analytical equipment
* Review, evaluate, and interpret data results
* Draft and present posters/presentations
* Train and mentor lower level Scientists
* Collaborate with clients and vendors
* Ensure lab area is clean and inspection ready at all times
* Remove lab waste
* Record tasks in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
* Knowledge of regulatory requirements; GLP, GCP, 21CFR Part 11
* Follow applicable SOPs and procedural documents
* Other tasks as assigned
Education, Experience, Skills Required:
* BA/BS or higher with 9-10 years lab experience; all experiences will be evaluated
* PhD in relevant field with 1-2 years lab experience
* Knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements; GLP, GCP, 21CFR Part 11, GDP, GMP
* Able to independently perform complex lab work
* Able to work in a regulated environment
* Able to work effectively and contribute within a team
* Able to work with computer systems
* Able to document clearly
* Knowledge of and experience in a regulatory environment
Competencies:
* Adaptable
* Exactness
* Flexibility
* Collaborative
* Effective Listener and Communicator
* Capacity to Master and Influence Others
* Results Driven
* Creative and Forward Thinking
* Initiative
* Supportive
* Extend Assistance
* Strategic Minded
* Problem Solving
Physical Demands:
* Must be able to sit at a desk for up to 6 hours per day
* Walking and/or standing as required for the rest of the working day
* Must be able to occasionally lift 15 lbs.; this includes lifting boxes, equipment, etc.
* Bending or standing as necessary
* The length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task
Process Analytical Scientist - nonGMP
Senior Principal Scientist Job 42 miles from North Little Rock
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity, a rewarding, enriching, and fulfilling career, and the opportunity to grow to greater levels of success with a company that values you? Then look no further! Join Eurofins PSS: a world class company that is growing by leaps and bounds while making a difference to humanity.
At Eurofins PSS, you will gain experience working in state-of-the-art laboratories, and be a part of a team that is dedicated to testing, development, and advancement of life-saving drug products to make the world a healthier and happier place to live in. Our people are our chemistry and we need talented people like you now more than ever.
Job Description
Work is performed in a BLS-2 or BSL-2+ environment
* Perform routine testing of monoclonal antibodies in support of pharmaceutical development from early look to commercial, which may include CE-SDS (Capillary Electrophoresis Sodium Dodecyl sulfate) , cIEF (Capillary Isoelectric Focusing) , SE-HPLC (Size Exclusion- High Pressure Liquid Chromatography) or other routine methods.
* Conduct analysis and reporting of data in accordance with requirements set forth by the department in electronic notebooks.
* Preform method development on early look material to create a preliminary method to facilitate early testing.
* Troubleshoot assay or instrumentation problems.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related science (chemistry, pharmacy or equivalent sciences degree), or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full time year if college in related major)
* Three years of relevant experience (Preferred)
* Experience with Empower software is strongly desired
* Experience with separation methods
* Experience with Agilent HPLCs, PA 800 and ICE3 instruments
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
* Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Malvern, PA are encouraged to apply.
* Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
* Life and disability insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid vacation and holiday
Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Postdoctoral Fellow - COSMOS
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students".
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If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Researchers
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at ************.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at ************.
Department:
COSMOS
Department's Website:
************************
Summary of Job Duties:
The Postdoctoral Fellow position is a full-time provisional position with the COSMOS Research Center (cosmos.ualr.edu) at the University of Arkansas Little Rock, and is funded through a grant or contract. The position renewal is contingent upon continued grant funding and satisfactory job performance. The Postdoctoral Fellow will develop socio-computational models to advance our understanding of cyber campaigns run on social media grounded in the dynamics of various social and communication processes such as group formation, activation, decentralized decision-making, and collective action. Leveraging cyber forensics and deep web search-based methodologies, the postdoctoral fellow will help extract relevant open-source information in a guided snowball data collection manner. Postdoctoral Fellow will work with the research team in developing predictive models of various socio-technical behaviors on different social media platforms (including, multimedia-rich platforms), usable tools/software to identify key actors and key groups responsible for coordinating cyber campaigns and disseminating propaganda. This is an on-campus position and will report to: Dr. Nitin Agarwal (******************), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
* The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline;
* The candidate should have at least one year research experience in social media mining, computational modeling of social science theories, working with social network analysis tools, and examining cyber campaigns conducted on social media.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
* A candidate with extensive research experience in computer programming and data management will be given preference.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
* Assist with social media analysis for the research projects, hypothesis generation, and evaluation for understanding cyber behaviors, data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
* Write software modules transitioning research to tool;
* Assist with multimedia-rich online information environment analysis;
* Help with training the stakeholders on research and tools;
* Mentor and monitor graduate and undergraduate students working on the project - an experience that will help the person prepare for a successful academic career afterward;
* Assist in preparing reports and publications;
* Assist in grant writing;
* Coordinate meetings and lead discussions;
* Record minutes of the meetings; and
* Work on other tasks as asked.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Extensive knowledge of computational social science and social network analysis;
* Extensive knowledge and expertise in social media mining;
* Research experience with examining cyber campaigns run on social media;
* Research experience with examining multimedia-rich social media;
* Experience with transitioning research into usable tools;
* Computer programming skills and data management skills;
* Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds;
* Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking; and
* Effective organizational skills.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$48,000
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Nitin Agarwal (******************)
Maulden-Energy Chair and Donaghey Distinguished Professor
Director, COSMOS Research Center
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site *****************************************
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
COSMOS - Postdoctoral Fellow
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”.
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
Type of Position:Research
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at ************.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at ************.
Department:COSMOS
Department's Website:
************************
Summary of Job Duties:The Postdoctoral Fellow will develop socio-computational models to advance our understanding of cyber campaigns run on social media grounded in the dynamics of various social and communication processes such as group formation, activation, decentralized decision making, and collective action. Leveraging cyber forensics and deep web search-based methodologies, the Postdoctoral Fellow will help extract relevant open-source information in a guided snowball data collection manner. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work with the research team in developing predictive models of various socio-technical behaviors on different social media platforms (including, multimedia-rich platforms), usable tools/software to identify key actors and key groups responsible for coordinating cyber campaigns and disseminating propaganda. Position reports to Dr. Nitin Agarwal (******************), Maulden-Entergy Endowed Chair and Distinguished Professor and Director, COSMOS Research Center, UA-Little Rock. This is an on-campus position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline.
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
The candidate should have extensive research experience in social media mining, computational modeling of social science theories, working with social network analysis tools, and examining cyber campaigns conducted on social media;
Experience in computer programming and data management will be given preference.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with social media analysis for the research projects, hypothesis generation and evaluation for understanding cyber behaviors, data collection, cleaning, preprocessing, analyzing findings from the data, writing research findings, and presenting the research at conferences, scientific venues, program reviews, and other venues;
Write software modules transitioning research to tool;
Assist with multimedia-rich online information environment analysis;
Help with training the stakeholders on research and tools;
Mentor and monitor graduate and undergraduate students working on the project - an experience that will help the person prepare for a successful academic career afterwards;
Assist in preparing reports and publications;
Assist in grant writing;
Coordinate meetings and lead discussion;
Record minutes of the meetings; and
Other tasks as asked.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of computational social science and social network analysis;
Extensive knowledge and expertise with social media mining;
Research experience with examining cyber campaigns run on social media;
Research experience with examining multimedia-rich social media;
Experience with transitioning research into usable tools;
Computer programming skills and data management skills;
Ability to interact with people of diverse ethnic background;
Communication skills, writing skills, and public speaking;
Effective organizational skills.
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$48,000 - $110,697
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Listing of Publications, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Nitin Agarwal (******************)
Maulden-Energy Chair and Distinguished Professor
Director, COSMOS Research Center
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site *****************************************
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Assistant Applications Development Scientist
Senior Principal Scientist Job 42 miles from North Little Rock
**Role title: Added in by the hiring manager** * Develop your skills by making a meaningful contribution to a range of exciting and impactful projects to develop and improve our instruments.
* Learn from the best in a collaborative environment with access to industry-standard tools and equipment.
* Help to inspire future generations as a STEM ambassador.
* Experience a supportive and inclusive culture with flexible work options (hybrid model available).
**Unleash Your Potential with a Malvern Panalytical summer student placement!**
We are Malvern Panalytical, a global leader in analytical technology, empowering scientists across a diverse range of industries to unlock the secrets of materials at the nanoscale level. Our cutting-edge instruments, from particle characterization to X-ray analysis, help customers develop better products, optimize processes, and solve complex challenges in everything from the latest battery technology to novel pharmaceuticals, to making the strongest buildings and the best-tasting foods and drinks. We're driven by innovation, collaboration, and making a real difference in the world.
**About the Role:**
We're offering a summer internship to develop a application that integrates data from the Mastersizer and imaging systems. The app will simplify how users' access and analyse data, improving the overall experience.
As an intern, you'll develop algorithms to merge data from both systems and create a seamless interface. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback and refine your proposed solution.
**Responsibilities:**
* Develop algorithms to integrate data from the Mastersizer and Hydroinsight systems.
* Design a user-friendly web interface to streamline data analysis.
* Work with R&D and application specialists to gather feedback and refine the tool.
**About you:**
* Background in Physics, Computer Science, or related field.
* Strong coding skills (Python preferred).
* Experience with algorithm development.
* Lab experience is a plus; training provided.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to real-world scientific innovation while gaining hands-on experience in software development and data integration.
**What's in it for you:**
* A competitive salary of up to £23,809.50 (pro rata 12 week contract)
* Benefits: 25 days pro rata paid holiday + UK bank holidays, employee assist program and more.
* Locations: Malvern (Worcestershire) or Bristol.
* Full-time position, 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday (with options for flexibility).
* Hybrid working, based on your tasks.
**About Malvern Panalytical**
Malvern Panalytical is a global leader in the analytics of material and life sciences.
We unleash the power of small things to make big things happen for our customers.
Our vision is to make the world cleaner, healthier, and more productive.
We partner with our customers to make their solutions possible through the power of
precision measurements, our expertise, trusted data, and insights. Our people are
partners in discovery. We collaborate with our customers and with each other to
discover new possibilities and achieve breakthroughs. Our culture is a healthy, high-
performance culture shaped by our values: Own it, Aim High and Be True.
We're committed to Net Zero in our own operations by 2030 and in our total value
chain by 2040. With over 2300 employees across the globe, we are part of Spectris
plc, the world-leading precision measurement group.
**Malvern Panalytical. We're BIG on small™**
*Malvern Panalytical, part of the Spectris Group, are committed to a diverse and inclusive*
*culture where everyone can thrive and achieve a fulfilling career. Changing the world isn't*
*something you can do on your own, or with a single way of thinking; it takes a wide collection*
*of experiences, stories, knowledge, and expertise. We encourage applications from*
*underrepresented individuals and people with diverse backgrounds. We are an inclusive*
*organization and we prize diversity. Your unique perspective is important to us.*
Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative and solution-driven team players
We invite you to share your details with us today! We will be in touch to discuss potential opportunities with you.
Malvern Panalytical is a global leader in the analytics of material and life sciences. We unleash the power of small things to make big things happen for our customers. Our vision is to make the world cleaner, healthier, and more productive. We partner with our customers to make their solutions possible through the power of precision measurements, our expertise, trusted data, and insights. Our people are partners in discovery. we collaborate with our customers and with each other to discover new possibilities and achieve breakthroughs. Our culture is a healthy, high-performance culture shaped by our values: Own it, Aim High, and Be True. We're committed to Net Zero in our own operations by 2030 and in our total value chain by 2040. With over 2300 employees across the globe, we are part of Spectris plc, the world-leading precision measurement group.
**Malvern Panalytical. We're BIG on small™**
*Malvern Panalytical, part of the Spectris Group, are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and achieve a fulfilling career. Changing the world isn't something you can do on your own, or with a single way of thinking; it takes a wide collection of experiences, stories, knowledge, and expertise. We encourage applications from underrepresented individuals and people with diverse backgrounds. We are an inclusive organization and we prize diversity. Your unique perspective is important to us.*
Senior Principal Applied Scientist (OCI/GenAI)
Senior Principal Scientist Job 6 miles from North Little Rock
At Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), we build the future of the cloud for Enterprises as a diverse team of fellow creators and inventors. We act with the speed and attitude of a start-up, with the scale and customer-focus of the leading enterprise software company in the world.
The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Generative AI team is responsible for growing OCI's Generative AI and Agent services. Our goal is to build foundational technologies and enable customers to apply AI to solve their business problems with Oracle's assistance and expertise in Generative AI. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work with teams of applied scientists and engineers to deliver high quality Generative AI models, solutions and services that delight our customers with the confidence that their data is safe and protected.
**Your Opportunity**
We are seeking an exceptional applied scientist to work on innovative Generative AI & Agent modeling research and development efforts. As a Principal Applied Scientist in Generative AI and Agent Service team, you will be architecting, building and deploying cutting-edge, high-quality AI models and solutions at scale. You will work with a team of world-class scientists in exploring new frontiers of Generative AI and collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers and product managers to deploy these globally for real-world enterprise use-cases at the largest scale. You will play a key role in shaping the future of Generative AI & Agents at Oracle and across the industry. Your contributions will be pivotal in delivering our new Generative AI-powered services for large-scale enterprise customers.
**Responsibilities**
**Responsibilities:**
+ Research and Development: Conduct in-depth research on Generative AI, with a focus on Large Language Models (architecture, models, representation, evaluation, optimizations, planning, among others), and other emerging approaches.
+ Model Development: Design, develop, and train state-of-the-art generative models that meet the highest quality standards.
+ Team Leadership: TL and mentor junior scientists and engineers.
+ Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate Generative AI capabilities into various applications and products.
+ Innovation: Identify new opportunities for Generative AI & Agent and explore emerging technologies.
+ Stay Updated: Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends and advancements in this space.
**Qualifications and Experience:**
+ PhD, or Master's degree and 10+ years relevant experience in Computer Science (focused on Machine Learning, Deep Learning) or related fields;
+ Strong publication record, including as a lead author, in top-tier journals or ML/NLP conferences.
+ Extensive experience in natural language processing, and deep learning
+ Proven track record of leading research and development projects
+ Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and architectures
+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
+ Strong leadership and communication abilities
Disclaimer:
**Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.**
**Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only**
US: Hiring Range: from $139,300 to $291,900 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
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