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Cydecor, Inc. 3.8
Senior scientist job in Alexandria, VA
Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior Decision Scientist that can understand and improve the judgment and decision making of individuals, groups, and organizations. This individual will apply principles of psychology to business, analytic and other decision making processes to improve and / or empirically evaluate those processes. Activities include assisting in policy planning; workflow procedures testing and evaluation, analytic workflow redesign, training and development. Partner with management to prescribe workflow modifications that improve worker productivity and analytic judgment.
Work locations vary throughout the National Capital Region (NCR), with Reston, VA and Washington, DC being primary locations.
Responsibilities include:
Managing end-to-end data science projects, analyzing user behavior, and building models. Requires a blend of strong analytical and technical skills, with qualifications including a background in statistics, programming languages and familiarity with cloud platforms and data visualization tools.
Develop and implement solutions: Apply advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to create systems that support strategic decision-making.
Data analysis and interpretation: Analyze large datasets, identify trends, and present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experimentation and evaluation: Design, build, and analyze experiments to evaluate product features and performance.
Product support: Partner with product teams to influence decisions, provide recommendations, and report on the state of the business and experiment results.
Data management: Work with data infrastructure, including tools like Hadoop, Hive, and SQL, and automate analysis and pipelines.
Here's what you need:
Minimum 12 years of overall experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years reflecting the above areas of responsibilities.
Master's degree OR a Bachelor's degree and an additional 5 years of related experience, for a total of 17 years, as a substitute for the Master's degree.
Proven ability to work independently and with minimal oversight.
Technical skills:
Strong knowledge of statistics, including hypothesis testing and regression.
Experience with big data technologies.
Familiarity with data visualization tools.
Experience with generative AI and large language models is a plus.
Analytical and soft skills:
Strong quantitative and analytical mindset.
Excellent communication and presentation skills to explain complex findings.
Ability to manage projects from start to finish.
Security Clearance:
Active TS/SCI
Education:
Master's degree or Bachelor's with 5 additional years of relevant experience.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8 hours each day.
Benefits:
Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and/or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request assistance by contacting ************** or calling ************.
$66k-93k yearly est. 5d ago
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Scientist, Biotherapeutics
Hansoh Bio
Senior scientist job in Rockville, MD
HANSOH BIO
A U.S.-based research & development subsidiary of Hansoh Pharma, Hansoh Bio is a biotech devoted to discovering and developing breakthrough therapies that conquer serious diseases and disorders for patients around the world. Hansoh Pharma is a leading biopharmaceutical company in Asia. Founded in 1995, we are committed to discovering and developing life-changing medicines to help patients. Our rapidly growing workforce of 9,000+ employees, and our fully integrated research and development, manufacturing and commercial capabilities have propelled us into leadership positions across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including CNS, oncology, infectious disease, and metabolic disorders. With 1,400 professionals across multiple R&D functions, we rank 2nd in innovation among all Chinese biotech and pharmaceutical companies, based on new molecular entities developed for clinical development. Since an IPO on Hong Kong stock exchange in June 2019, we have raised $1.6B from global top-tier institutional investors; with a current equity value of approximately $27B, Hansoh is the 2nd largest biopharmaceutical companies in China and 6th largest in Asia by market capitalization. For more information, please visit ****************
BIOTHERAPEUTICS - MARYLAND R&D CENTER
At Hansoh, we never rest in the quest of bringing truly life-changing treatments to patients. We are currently seeking a motivated scientist to join our Biotherapeutics-ADC Biology team in Rockville, Maryland. The position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in target discovery, validation, and preclinical candidate development of high impact projects.
THE POSITION -SCIENTIST OF BIOTHERAPEUTICS
We are seeking a passionate, science-driven candidate to lead or contribute to antibody-based therapeutic projects at Hansoh Bio. The Maryland R&D site focuses on the discovery of novel drug candidates, including monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), and bispecific antibodies for the treatment of cancer, renal, cardiovascular, and immune system diseases.
The candidate is expected to explore and introduce new technological tools, methodologies, and knowledge to achieve project goals and expand our research capabilities. The successful candidate will collaborate directly with corporate partners, cross-functional teams, and project teams to support our preclinical programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead or support oncology, immuno-oncology and/or immunology projects.
Design, conduct, and analyze experiments on antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).
Perform
in vitro
functional and binding assays.
Culture, engineer cell lines, and prepare reagents.
Troubleshoot experiments with technical discretion.
Review data, prepare reports, and present findings to managers and teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute tasks.
Maintain accurate documentation in electronic lab notebooks.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in cancer biology or related field.
Demonstrated innovation in oncology, immuno-oncology, or autoimmune disease research.
Skilled in
in vitro
techniques, including culture, multicolor FACS, ELISA and/or in vitro killing assays.
Experience with mouse tumor models.
Background in pre-clinical assay development preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to deliver clear, precise reports in internal and external meetings.
Strong record of impactful publications and/or patent contributions.
$69k-101k yearly est. 1d ago
Cell Culture Scientist
Astrix 4.1
Senior scientist job in Bethesda, MD
Manufactures cell and gene therapies for phase I and II clinical trials; (2) processes hematopoietic stem cell grafts for transplantation; (3) develops new cell therapies; (4) performs in-process and lot release testing of cell and gene therapies; (5) develops new assays to test cell and gene therapies; and (6) prepares chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) documents for investigational new drugs (IND) and summary data for annual reports to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
ROLES / RESPONSIBILITES
Build and optimize a robust cGMP compliant platform for generation, expansion and cryopreservation of autologous induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from peripheral blood derived CD34+ cells.
Differentiate iPSCs to retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE) to develop an iRPE patch for a phase I clinical trial to treat "dry" age related macular degeneration.
Update and validate SOPs related to CD34 expansion, iPSC culturing, and RPE differentiation
Manage a day to day operation of GMP facility
Maintain iPSC colonies and freeze their early passages.
GMP and aseptic culturing of iPCSs and differentiation of patient iPSCs into Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) and maintenance of those RPE cultures. This work will include:
Preparing media, supplements, and reagents needed cell culture work.
Maintaining the cell culture room biosafety level 2 standards and maintaining aseptic conditions in cell culture flow hoods, incubators, and prepare sterile tools needed for work with cell cultures.
The cell culture maintenance work will require working for short periods of times on the weekends and some holidays.
Work to characterize the iPSC colonies for their pluripotency. This will require:
Immunostaining of iPSCs, preparing RNA and cDNA from iPSCs, and Performing qRT-PCR assays.
Additionally they will perform three germ layer assay based functional characterization of iPSCs. This work will also include any cell types that act as control for his iPSC work.
Prepare regulatory documents for FDA and technology transfer
Coordinate transfer of lab-technology to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP suite)
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with the Contract Research Organization (CRO) in relation to the cell therapy project.
DESIRED BACKGROUND
· Prior cell culture experience is required
· Prior experience working in a cGMP environment is required
$71k-105k yearly est. 4d ago
Scientist - Downstream Process Development
Kelly 4.1
Senior scientist job in Gaithersburg, MD
Kelly Government Solutions is seeking a Scientist - Downstream Process Development to work on-site with the Vaccine Production Program at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)/National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Gaithersburg, MD.
KEY TASKS/SERVICES
(1) Support the Purification group of the Vaccine Production Program (VPP) Labs of the Vaccine Research Center (VRC).
(2) Develop downstream (purification) processes, under the supervision of a project lead scientist, for recombinant proteins, virus vaccines, and virus-like particles (VLP) that may be used as clinical vaccine candidates.
(3) Serve as a functional lead in chromatography process development unit operations.
(4) Provide critical process step assessment and experimental design to define optimal process parameters for chromatography unit operations.
(5) Train team members in large-scale unit operation such as AxiChrom column packing and Pilot-scale chromatography execution.
(6) Work independently and collaboratively within the purification group to design, develop and optimize chromatography and filtration step unit operations to support process development of clinical trial vaccine candidates and mAb products.
(7) Purify research-phase recombinant proteins, virus vaccines and/or virus-like particles in support of other groups at the VRC.
(8) Work to prepare necessary materials (buffers, packed columns, etc.) in support of downstream process activities.
(9) Perform protein/small molecule conjugation experiments to support method development or conjugate-based vaccine candidates.
(10) Support technology transfer of processes to VRC Pilot Plant for manufacture of clinical products including authoring process descriptions, reports, and on-floor support.
(11) Author training documents, process documents and summaries, instrument SOPs, technical reports, protocols, and other supporting documentation.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
(1) Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline
(2) Extensive experience in recombinant protein purification development for GMP clinical-phase products
(3) Familiarity with monoclonal antibody and multi-specific antibodies, recombinant protein vaccine and nanoparticles; mRNA and mRNA/LNP vaccines.
$68k-93k yearly est. 3d ago
Support Scientist II
STC 4.0
Senior scientist job in Greenbelt, MD
About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology.
Employment Category: Full-Time
Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site & Field Missions
Travel: Some/Frequent (domestic campaigns, workshops)
Security Clearance: None
Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship
Salary: $90,000 - $120,000
Job Description:
The Support Scientist II will assist NASA scientists and engineers with advanced research tasks under the ATMOS contract. This includes instrument development, model evaluation, and analysis of atmospheric datasets. The role involves contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting results at conferences.
ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Conduct scientific analysis on atmospheric models and observational datasets.
Provide operational support for instruments at GSFC and in the field.
Collaborate with NASA scientists on mission planning and research goals.
Publish findings in journals and present at scientific meetings.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave
401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Tuition reimbursement
Requirements
2+ years of research experience in atmospheric or related sciences.
Strong background in programming (FORTRAN, Python, C/C++).
Familiarity with visualization/analysis tools such as IDL, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.
Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Education:
Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or equivalent.
$90k-120k yearly 60d+ ago
Scientist, Discovery
Arcellx 4.0
Senior scientist job in Rockville, MD
Who We Are
Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. We believe that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and our mission is to destroy cancer and advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible.
Our team members are made up of talented innovators and dreamers working from our offices in Rockville, Maryland, and Redwood City, California. At Arcellx, we hire exceptional people and create a fun, diverse, supportive, and informal environment that allows everyone to do their best work.
What Matters to Us
Living our core values is essential to maintaining a work environment that is high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative. We look for candidates who demonstrate strong values alignment and bring different backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities to the team.
Arcellx Core Values
Start with authenticity: We foster an inclusive environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work.
Think ‘we' before ‘me': We prioritize collective success, collaborating and supporting one another to achieve our shared goals.
Embrace the challenge: We deliver exceptional results by working with shared determination and a commitment to doing what's right.
How You'll Make a Difference
As a
Scientist
, your mission is to execute protein and molecular biology engineering strategies to advance projects within Arcellx's Discovery group. Engaging with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment, you'll identify and develop Arcellx's lead therapeutic candidates. Our potentially life-saving treatments would not exist without the work of our talented Discovery scientists; this role will have a tremendous impact on our pipeline and ability to deliver novel and effective drugs to patients.
The “Fine Print” - What You'll Do
Work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists to design, engineer and express recombinant proteins for use in the discovery and development of cancer therapies.
Design, construct and evaluate expression plasmids. Perform transfections, transductions, phage and yeast display enabled selections & screenings, binding kinetic assessments and flow cytometry as needed.
Develop new methods, technologies and processes when necessary for project.
Exercise significant technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments.
Communicate progress and project recommendations to team members.
Skills and Experience We Look For
BS or MS in the life sciences (e.g., biology, genetics, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, bioengineering) with 4-8 years post-degree lab experience or PhD in the life sciences with 0-3 years post-degree experience.
Must demonstrate mastery of molecular biology methods, including primer design, PCR, gel electrophoresis, expression construct design cloning and sequence analysis.
Preferred skills include: methods for the characterization of recombinant protein quality and binding, protein display (phage, yeast and library preparation).
Preference for experience in drug development, immunology or protein engineering.
The ability to independently plan, organize, and prioritize work activities. The ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
Rewards at Arcellx
Our people are our greatest asset, and supporting their well-being is an essential part of delivering on our mission and impacting the lives of patients. Putting this belief into practice means offering strong compensation and benefits.
The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 per year. Where a candidate falls within that range is determined by factors such as years of experience. Our compensation package also includes an annual bonus based on company goals and an equity (RSU) grant. We do offer relocation assistance for roles if required.
Our market-leading benefits package includes: 100% coverage for medical, dental and vision for team members and dependents, unlimited vacation, a 3-day weekend every month, fully-paid parental leave for up to 6 months, tuition reimbursement, 401k employer contribution and more.
Join us in our quest to reimagine cell therapy and destroy cancer. For more on our technology, culture, and team, go to ****************
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$100k-120k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Machine Learning Scientist
Systems Integration, Inc. 4.3
Senior scientist job in Washington, DC
Data Scientist Systems Integration, Inc. (SII) is a leading provider of customer experience, data analytics and digital transformation solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Scientist to help the FBI uncover actionable insights from vast and complex data sets. This role focuses on identifying enterprise-level toolsets, applying advanced data mining techniques, and building predictive models that integrate with FBI systems. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities:
* Select, build, and optimize machine learning classifiers using advanced techniques
* Apply state-of-the-art data mining methods to extract meaningful patterns
* Enhance data collection procedures to ensure relevance for analytic systems
* Cleanse, process, and validate data integrity for analysis
* Conduct ad-hoc analyses and present results in a clear, actionable format
* Develop and monitor automated anomaly detection systems
* Design innovative approaches for handling and analyzing large-scale data sets
* Address fundamental challenges in data handling, search, and retention
* Solve complex data storage and retrieval issues
* Develop software solutions to improve data search and access processes
* Analyze results and deliver recommendations that support mission objectives.
Qualifications:
* Must be US Citizen
* Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later).
* Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests)
* Proficiency with data science toolkits such as R, Weka, NumPy, and MATLAB
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Experience with tools like Microsoft Power BI, Anaconda, and SPSS
* Skilled in data visualization using D3.js, GGplot, or similar platforms
* Proficient in SQL and Hive for querying large datasets
* Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase)
* Solid foundation in applied statistics (distributions, testing, regression)
* Strong scripting and programming capabilities.
* Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects of similar scope.
* Bachelor's degree required in data science, statistics, computer science or related field.
$66k-97k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Fiber Laser Scientist
NSS 4.4
Senior scientist job in Herndon, VA
Fiber Laser Scientist Herndon, VA
While working as a Fiber Laser Scientist at Fibertek, you will lead the design and development, integration, and test of advanced fiber laser systems typically with performance requirements beyond the state-of-the-art. Fibertek is a leader in the design, development, and delivery of advanced laser systems and technologies for military and aerospace applications.
Your Job We are looking for and experienced and motivated fiber laser scientist or engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team and lead the design and demonstration of advanced laser systems. Example focus missions include space-based laser communications, lidar for tactical defense applications, earth-sensing lidar, and navigational lidars for planetary and docking missions. Fibertek's engineering teams simultaneously tackle laser optical performance beyond state-of-the-art while engineering systems for performance on challenging platforms with limited size, mass, and power and over stressing vibration, thermal, and/or radiation conditions. Delivered systems make a national impact to customers at NASA and throughout the defense community. The work-load will at times include multiple concurrent projects with a mix of short duration research programs and longer duration technology maturation programs resulting in a work culture that is team-oriented, intellectually stimulating, and consistently rewarding.
Lead the engineering development of unique laser designs through modeling fiber laser performance, design analysis, component specification, and hardware assembly, integration, and test
Coordinate and support the build, alignment, and performance characterization of fiber lasers including multi-stage amplifiers, phase & amplitude modulation implementation, spectral and coherent beam combining
Coordinate and perform formal acceptance and qualification testing
Participate in customer interactions including formal technical reviews
Required Skills and Experience To exceed in this Fiber Laser Scientist role, you'll need the below expertise and experience:
MS or PhD in Physics or Optical Engineering w/ a minimum of 5 years of direct hands-on fiber laser experience including designing, building, characterizing laser systems
Knowledge of the laser theory and industry best practices associated with fiber laser systems including continuous wave lasers, pulsed, high peak power fiber, advanced fiber architectures, single-frequency injection locked lasers, low frequency noise lasers, electrical and thermal sub-systems.
Expertise in laser physics of fiber lasers and amplifiers, including ytterbium, erbium, and/or thulium gain materials.
Familiarity with relevant nonlinear processes and impacts to laser performance. Examples include Stimulated Brillouin Scattering, Four-Wave Mixing, Stimulated Raman Scattering, and Transverse Modulational Instability.
Foundational understanding of fiber-optic components including types of fibers, pump lasers, couplers, modulators, isolators, mode-field adapters, polarization components, and others.
Knowledge of tools for modeling fiber laser performance such as Matlab, RP Power Fiber or equivalent software
Ability to design and execute experiments validating laser system performance and correlate the results with the expected performance
Strong communication and documentation skills for efficient multidisciplinary communication
US citizenship required
Please apply today for this full-time Herndon-based Fiber Laser Scientist role and join the leader in the development of state-of-the-art laser and electro-optic solutions. Why Fibertek, Inc?
At FIBERTEK, Inc. we pride ourselves in our innovation and customer success focused culture enabled by a creative and relaxed work environment with minimal bureaucracy. Fibertek fosters a progressive learning environment that values inspiration, promotes professional challenge and encourages personal growth. We offer a competitive and incentivized compensation package with excellent benefits.
Fibertek, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Applicants are considered regardless of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or via email at ***************.
$75k-103k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Associate Scientist I
Microbac 4.0
Senior scientist job in Sterling, VA
Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more!
Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I .
ABOUT MICROBAC
Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience.
Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope.
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets.
JOB SUMMARY
The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development
Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing
Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses
Perform equipment and instrumentation set up
Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation
Prepare and analyze samples
Accurately record observations and data and interpret results
Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods
Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures
Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training
Sign off on final certificates of analysis
Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's
Monitor and address sample backlog issues
Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy
Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records
Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS
Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science
Prior analytical testing experience
Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting
Ability to interpret data and prepare reports
Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders
Computer literacy
Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands and working conditions described here 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.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception.
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This job may require travel less than 20%
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets.
OTHER:
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.
Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
$55k-79k yearly est. Auto-Apply 20d ago
Associate Scientist II, Molecular & Computational Biology
Tonix Pharmaceuticals Inc. 3.8
Senior scientist job in Frederick, MD
Job Description
About Tonix*
Tonix is a fully integrated biotechnology company, publicly traded on NASDAQ (ticker: TNXP), with marketed products and a pipeline of development candidates The Company is focused on commercializing, developing, discovering, and licensing therapeutics to treat and prevent human disease. In August 2025, Tonix received FDA approval for Tonmya™ (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets), a first-in-class, once-daily, non-opioid treatment for fibromyalgia. Tonmya is the first new fibromyalgia therapy approved in over 15 years, following successful Phase 3 trials demonstrating significant symptom improvement. Commercial launch is expected in the fourth quarter of 2025. Tonix also markets Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan injection) 3 mg and Tosymra (sumatriptan nasal spray) 10 mg, both indicated for the treatment of acute migraine with or without aura in adults.
Tonix's development portfolio includes product candidates in central nervous system (CNS), immunology, immuno-oncology infectious disease and rare disease. The CNS pipeline features both small molecules and biologics to treat pain, neurologic, psychiatric, and addiction conditions. The immunology portfolio includes biologics to address organ transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and cancer. The infectious disease pipeline includes a vaccine in development to prevent smallpox and monkeypox, which also serves as a live virus vaccine platform for other infectious diseases. Finally, the rare disease portfolio includes a product in development for Prader-Willi syndrome, which has both orphan drug designation and rare pediatric disease designation grants from the FDA.
Tonix owns and operates a state-of-the art infectious disease research facility in Frederick, Md.
Please visit ******************* for specifics on the pipeline.
*All of Tonix's product candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics and have not been approved for any indication.
Position Overview
Tonix Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our multidisciplinary R&D team at the Frederick Research & Development Center. This role integrates computational protein structure analysis with hands-on molecular biology and protein biochemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to host-directed therapeutic discovery, antiviral platforms, and vaccine design by combining AI/ML-based protein modeling with molecular biology and protein science to generate, express, and analyze protein targets.
Key Responsibilities
Perform protein structure modeling and design using platforms such as AlphaFold2/3, ESM, RFdiffusion, ProteinMPNN, and NetMHC.
Build and refine bioinformatics workflows for large-scale sequence and structural analysis of host and viral proteins
Perform molecular cloning, PCR, DNA and RNA isolation, bacterial transformation, and mutagenesis to generate expression constructs.
Carry out protein expression and purification followed by protein characterization
Collaborate with Tonix's imaging and cell biology teams to translate computational predictions into testable hypotheses in assays and animal models.
Contribute to the development of user-friendly computational pipelines and visualization tools for internal scientists.
Document and communicate results in reports, regulatory filings, and presentations to internal teams, collaborators, and external partners.
Maintain awareness of emerging computational biology technologies to enhance Tonix's drug discovery capabilities.
Required Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field.
Hands-on experience with protein structure prediction and computational protein design tools.
Familiarity with core molecular biology and protein biochemistry methods (PCR, cloning, bacterial expression, Western blotting).
Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams within Tonix's integrated discovery pipeline.
Preferred:
Experience with cloud computing platforms (Google Cloud, AWS) for large-scale protein modeling.
Exposure to machine learning approaches in protein design and immunology.
Prior experience with protein engineering for therapeutic applications.
Track record of contributions to publications, posters, or conference presentations.
Proficiency in Python, especially ML/AI packages. Experience in Linux operating systems and shell programming is desirable.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Compensation & Benefits
Annualized base salary ranges from $60,000 to $90,000 plus target incentive; actual salaries will vary and may be above or below this range commensurate with several factors including experience, education, training, location, and merit.
Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs
Pet Insurance
Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options
Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
Career Development and Training
Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
$60k-90k yearly 7d ago
Associate Scientist
Us Tech Solutions 4.4
Senior scientist job in Gaithersburg, MD
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************
We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well.
Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset.
Job Description
• BioProcess Engineering (BPE) department is responsible for scale up, tech transfer, and facility fit of clinical and commercial processes to manufacturing. BPE is also responsible for producing development drug substance material and data from pilot facilities. Members of Development Scale-up Center (DSC), within BPE, produce materials up to 500L scale for toxicology and process development studies, to confirm process performance and to troubleshoot issues in GMP facility, and work with cross functional team on technology evaluations.
• This position is focused on upstream cell culture and fermentation processes supporting scalability and production of therapeutic proteins in DSC. Position is a hands-on laboratory and production-based role. Responsibilities include but are not limited to media preparations, routine sub-culturing of cells and fermentations. The candidate will assist in adaptation of transferred information for scale-up processes from late stage development to DSC as well as assisting in the production of various tox and development materials, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with the production processes and/or equipment, identifying root causes for deviations, implementing corrective/preventative actions, assisting in implementing new technologies, and trending/analyzing data.
• The candidate will assist in compiling data and expected to summarize and assist in interpreting results. The candidate will also maintain production and laboratory equipment.
Qualifications
Education:
• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in scientific, engineering or related field.
Experience:
• For the RA, we require a BS with 2 - 5 years or a MS with 0 - 2 years of relevant experience.
• For the AS, we require a BS with a minimum of 5 years or MS with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Additional Information
Special Skills/ Abilities
• Hands on proficiency in cell culture and/or fermentation and good aseptic techniques. Bioreactor/fermenter operation experience is preferred.
• Good documentation, writing and communication skills in a team based setting are essential.
$56k-84k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Scientist I
Novavax 4.8
Senior scientist job in Gaithersburg, MD
Who We Are: A Mission Driven Company
Novavax has a rich history of innovation to help eradicate disease, prevent serious illness and save lives. But there is still work to be done. Our people are passionate about the mission and vision that guide our work.
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join our growing Antibody Technologies team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immunology, oncology, and monoclonal antibody engineering, with additional experience in vaccine research and the application of AI/ML technologies to enhance target identification and antibody discovery. This role will contribute to the design, characterization, and advancement of next-generation vaccines.
Key Responsibilities
Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments for discovery and engineering of monoclonal antibodies and immune-modulating biologics.
Apply immunology expertise to evaluate biologic function, immune activation, tumor killing mechanisms, and vaccine-related responses.
Leverage AI/ML tools for target evaluation, antibody optimization, library design, or developability prediction.
Generate and interpret data from in vitro and ex vivo models (e.g., cell-based cytotoxicity assays, binding kinetics, immune cell profiling).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance vaccines into preclinical development.
Communicate results to leadership and cross-functional teams; contribute to scientific publications, technical reports, and SOPs.
Mentor junior scientists and contribute to a culture of innovation, scientific rigor, and teamwork
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Immunology, Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field, with 2+ years of postdoctoral experience (industry experience a plus).
Demonstrated expertise in oncology biologics and monoclonal antibody discovery.
Experience in vaccine immunology, innate/adaptive immune responses, antigen presentation, and immune-modulating biologics.
Hands-on experience with cellular & molecular immunology techniques (e.g., ELISA, Western blot, SPR/BLI binding studies, Cytotoxicity and Viability Assays).
Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and/or patent filings.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Industry experience in biologics discovery, antibody engineering, or immuno-oncology.
Familiarity with AI/ML approaches in biologics R&D (e.g., sequence-to-structure modeling, developability predictions, ML-driven antibody design) is preferred.
Knowledge and experience with syngeneic mouse models.
Experience and knowledge of NGS is preferred but not required.
Experience working with CROs, academic partners, or biotech collaborations
The annual base salary (or hourly wage) for this position falls within the range of $98,150.00 - $127,600.00. However, the actual base pay offered may vary based on several individualized factors, such as market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Novavax offers a base salary, annual bonus, equity grants, professional career development/growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, LTD, Life, Optional Life, 401(k) plan.
Our Mission
By leveraging our science, our technology and our people, we will innovate and collaborate to tackle the world's most significant health challenges.
Our Vision
We envision a world where our technology is amplified to touch the lives of billions, sparking transformation in global health.
Our Values
Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, Agility and Accountability sit at the heart of our culture. They express the mindset and behaviors that guide how we show up, how we work together and how we create impact - for patients, partners and each other.
Our Footprint
Novavax is proudly headquartered in the USA with main offices in Gaithersburg, Maryland. We conduct R&D and manufacturing for our Matrix-M adjuvant in Uppsala, Sweden.
$98.2k-127.6k yearly Auto-Apply 35d ago
Sr Bioinformatics Scientist
Cnhs 3.9
Senior scientist job in Washington, DC
Sr Bioinformatics Scientist - (25000388) Description The Senior Bioinformatics Scientist, serving as Assistant Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, is a leadership-level role requiring a Ph. D. in a biological or computational discipline and 8-15 years of relevant experience (inclusive of doctoral work).
Reporting to the Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, this position provides scientific and technical leadership as the Core's primary “go-to” expert for methodological guidance, code standards, QC frameworks, and pipeline development, while mentoring Bioinformatics Scientists and supporting Core infrastructure.
The role is split between 50% scientific oversight, project guidance, and code review and 50% hands-on computational biology analyses for the Rare Brain Tumor Program.
The ideal candidate demonstrates deep technical expertise, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to open, reproducible science, with substantial pediatric oncology genomics experience, strong biological insight, and the ability to both embrace learning CNS tumor biology and guide the computational direction of multiple PIs' research programs.
Qualifications Minimum EducationDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.
D.
) Biological or computational discipline (Required) Minimum Work Experience8 years 8-15 years in applied bioinformatics, genomics, and computational work (can be inclusive of relevant computational Ph.
D.
dissertation years) (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeTechnical Skills• Advanced proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments.
• Expert-level programming and data analysis skills in R, Python, or equivalent.
• Deep experience with NGS, microarray, multi-omics, and other high-throughput platforms and their application to specific biological questions.
• Expertise with a broad range of bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and genomic databases, such as GATK, UCSC Genome Browser, Bioconductor, ENCODE, NCBI, Kids First, gnom AD, ClinVar, OMIM, HGMD, and COSMIC.
• Demonstrated expertise in GitHub, containerization (Docker, Podman, and/or Singularity), and workflow automation.
• Strong grasp of workflow management tools (e.
g.
, Snakemake, Nextflow, WDL, CWL).
• Expertise using high-performance computing (HPC) environments and/or cloud platforms (e.
g.
, AWS, Google Cloud) for large-scale analyses.
• Ability to develop user-facing bioinformatics applications using tools such as RShiny or Python Streamlit.
Scientific & Analytical Skills• Demonstrated ability to design and execute robust statistical analyses across diverse genomic and proteomic data types.
• Deep expertise interpreting and visualizing results in biological or clinical contexts.
• Deep domain expertise in at least one disease area or biological system through publications, pipelines, tools, and/or open-source contributions.
• Experience writing scientific manuscripts, figure and methods development, and manuscript authorship.
Collaborative and Professional Skills• Ability to lead complex interdisciplinary projects and guide teams from analysis to publication.
• Strong mentorship skills and demonstrated ability to train junior scientists and analysts.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with investigators, clinicians, laboratory staff, peers, and institutional leadership.
• Commitment to open and team science practices, including transparency, reproducibility, shared documentation, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies such as Scrum, Agile, Jira, GitHub Projects, Trello, or Asana to coordinate timelines, tasks, and deliverables across teams.
Functional AccountabilitiesResponsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Uphold the highest ethical standards and integrity in all scientific activities.
Ensure data privacy and patient confidentiality standards.
Maintain reproducibility and transparency in code, workflows, and documentation.
Properly cite software tools, data sources, and collaborators.
Comply with institutional policies and federal regulations governing research and data use.
Bioinformatics Analysis & Method DevelopmentLead the development and implementation of novel and optimized workflows for large-scale -omic datasets.
Design rigorous statistical frameworks that align with study goals and clinical hypotheses.
Collaborate with investigators to determine the most effective computational approaches to complex problems with biological context.
Contribute significantly to high-impact publications and grant proposals.
Technical Oversight & TroubleshootingResolve advanced, multi-layered bioinformatics and workflow issues independently.
Design scalable, sustainable solutions to recurring analysis or infrastructure challenges.
Serve as technical advisor to junior bioinformatics staff, providing design, optimization, and troubleshooting support.
Scientific Communication & Grant SupportLead preparation of figures, written analysis, and supplemental methods for manuscripts, grants, and collaborators.
Clearly present findings and strategy in lab/collaborator meetings, present journal clubs, and attend scientific conferences.
Provide strategic guidance to principal investigators on computational planning in proposals.
Leadership Collaboration and MentorshipPartner with investigators, clinicians, project leads, and other bioinformatics staff to define project goals, analysis strategies, coordinate data workflows, and support scientific goals.
Lead multidisciplinary bioinformatics collaborations from project inception through delivery.
Mentor junior scientists and analysts in bioinformatics methods, code quality, and scientific interpretation.
Foster a culture of scientific rigor, reproducibility, and learning.
Contribute reusable, well-documented code to team repositories.
Coordinate timelines and deliverables using project management tools (e.
g.
, Jira, GitHub Projects, Asana) and collaborative workflows.
Innovation, Open Science, & Community EngagementContribute to and lead the development of open-source software, reproducible workflows, and institutional tooling.
Stay abreast of innovations in bioinformatics tools, databases, and standards.
Organize and develop training workshops, tutorials, and best-practice guides to advance team-wide and institutional bioinformatics capacity.
Deepen domain-specific expertise (e.
g.
, pediatric cancer, neurodevelopment, rare disease) through literature synthesis, collaborations with subject matter experts, and community engagement.
Represent the organization in consortia, workshops, and national/international scientific forums.
Guide institutional practices in reproducibility, open science compliance, and infrastructure sustainability.
Use domain knowledge to improve study design and analytical approaches to biological or clinical questions.
Organizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Accountabilities (Leader) Deliver Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course-correct as needed Identify customers' needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs Engage Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance Hire staff and develop their capabilities Monitor and promote strong employee engagement Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: Research & Innovation Campus 7144 13th Place NW Washington 20012Job: ResearchOrganization: Ctr Cancer & Immunology RsrchPosition Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift: DayWork Schedule: 40Job Posting: Dec 4, 2025, 2:09:35 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 118393.
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$52k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 17h ago
Scientist I/II, Translational Scientist
Arcellx Inc. 4.0
Senior scientist job in Rockville, MD
Arcellx (************************ is a clinical-stage biotech company headquartered in Gaithersburg, MD and Redwood City, CA. Arcellx is focused on the development of novel cell-based cancer therapies. A team of biotechnology professionals with expertise in biologics, discovery and tumor immunology incorporate proprietary technologies into genetically engineered human immune cells therapies. Arcellx's mission is to advance humanity by engineering cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible.
Primary Objective:
The Scientist position is open to highly motivated candidates with a background in oncology, immunology, and translational research who are interested in working within a fast-paced biotechnology company. As a Translational Science Strategist (TSS) based in Gaithersburg, MD, you will join a dynamic Translational Sciences team responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting translational strategy as projects move from discovery to early clinical development. The TSS will be an integral member of cross-functional project teams and will be accountable for developing and driving implementation of translational plans, identifying preclinical models with mechanistic alignment to human disease, defining the preclinical and early clinical biomarker strategy, and helping to build the early clinical development plan.
Main Accountabilities:
Contribute relevant scientific expertise, strategy, and experimentally-derived insights as a member of multidisciplinary project teams working to drive the preclinical to clinical translation of pipeline assets
Plan, design, and execute IND-enabling pharmacology, pharmacokinetic and toxicology studies by applying knowledge of disease-associated pathways, preclinical models, and drug development
Contribute to the preparation of IND applications and other regulatory documents, as appropriate
Collaborate cross-functionally to enable translation of preclinical hypotheses into clinical biomarker strategies and to guide patient stratification
Design and conduct studies to inform disease area strategy for target selection and validation
Establish and cultivate relationships with external CRO collaborators for basic and translational research
Analyze and interpret experimental data readouts and present results at internal meetings and scientific conferences
Maintain an awareness of new/emerging techniques, tools and clinical findings relevant to the field
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD, MD or MD/PhD degree in a relevant scientific field (
e.g.
, cancer biology, immunology, molecular biology, bioinformatics) with 0-2 years experience in drug discovery or drug development
Demonstrated record of research accomplishment as evidenced by publications or major contributions to drug development milestones
Experience with large, multimodal data sets and familiarity with techniques for exploring associations of biomarkers with clinical outcomes
Strategic thinker with proven leadership skills and/or prior project team leadership roles
Proficiency in distilling complex issues and clearly articulating viable paths forward
Competencies:
Commitment to ethical scientific investigations and rigorous experimental methods
Ability and desire to multitask and function in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
Sense of urgency in performance of duties
Interpersonal skills that promote a collaborative and productive team environment
Outstanding presentation and communication skills
$75k-111k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Support Scientist III
STC 4.0
Senior scientist job in Greenbelt, MD
About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology.
Employment Category: Full-Time
Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site with frequent collaboration
Travel: Frequent (field campaigns, international workshops)
Security Clearance: None
Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship
Salary: $110 - $145
Job Description:
STC seeks a Support Scientist III to provide scientific and technical leadership under the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC. The role includes planning and coordinating research efforts, developing models and instruments, and presenting results in scientific forums.
ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Lead mid-scale atmospheric science projects and research tasks.
Design and execute model development and data analysis workflows.
Provide mentorship to junior scientists and technical staff.
Publish and present research results in high-visibility venues.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave
401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Tuition reimbursement
Requirements
6+ years of experience in atmospheric or Earth sciences research.
Strong track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Advanced programming skills (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python).
Experience with mission operations and large-scale datasets highly desirable.
Education:
Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or
M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus six years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.
$70k-102k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Machine Learning Scientist
Systems Integration 4.3
Senior scientist job in Washington, DC
Data Scientist
Systems Integration, Inc. (SII)
is a leading provider of customer experience, data analytics and digital transformation solutions
.
We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Scientist to help the FBI uncover actionable insights from vast and complex data sets. This role focuses on identifying enterprise-level toolsets, applying advanced data mining techniques, and building predictive models that integrate with FBI systems. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to communicate findings clearly across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Select, build, and optimize machine learning classifiers using advanced techniques
Apply state-of-the-art data mining methods to extract meaningful patterns
Enhance data collection procedures to ensure relevance for analytic systems
Cleanse, process, and validate data integrity for analysis
Conduct ad-hoc analyses and present results in a clear, actionable format
Develop and monitor automated anomaly detection systems
Design innovative approaches for handling and analyzing large-scale data sets
Address fundamental challenges in data handling, search, and retention
Solve complex data storage and retrieval issues
Develop software solutions to improve data search and access processes
Analyze results and deliver recommendations that support mission objectives.
Qualifications:
Must be US Citizen
Requires a Top-Secret clearance (SCI Poly may be required later).
Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms (e.g., kNN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Forests)
Proficiency with data science toolkits such as R, Weka, NumPy, and MATLAB
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience with tools like Microsoft Power BI, Anaconda, and SPSS
Skilled in data visualization using D3.js, GGplot, or similar platforms
Proficient in SQL and Hive for querying large datasets
Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase)
Solid foundation in applied statistics (distributions, testing, regression)
Strong scripting and programming capabilities.
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting data-driven projects of similar scope.
Bachelor's degree required in data science, statistics, computer science or related field.
$66k-97k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Associate Scientist I
Microbac 4.0
Senior scientist job in Sterling, VA
Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more!
Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I.
ABOUT MICROBAC
Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience.
Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope.
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets.
JOB SUMMARY
The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development
Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing
Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses
Perform equipment and instrumentation set up
Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation
Prepare and analyze samples
Accurately record observations and data and interpret results
Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods
Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures
Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training
Sign off on final certificates of analysis
Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's
Monitor and address sample backlog issues
Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy
Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records
Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS
Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science
Prior analytical testing experience
Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting
Ability to interpret data and prepare reports
Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders
Computer literacy
Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands and working conditions described here 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.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception.
Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This job may require travel less than 20%
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets.
OTHER:
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.
Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
$55k-79k yearly est. 27d ago
Associate Scientist II, Molecular & Computational Biology
Tonix Pharmaceutical 3.8
Senior scientist job in Frederick, MD
About Tonix* Tonix is a fully integrated biotechnology company, publicly traded on NASDAQ (ticker: TNXP), with marketed products and a pipeline of development candidates The Company is focused on commercializing, developing, discovering, and licensing therapeutics to treat and prevent human disease. In August 2025, Tonix received FDA approval for Tonmya (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets), a first-in-class, once-daily, non-opioid treatment for fibromyalgia. Tonmya is the first new fibromyalgia therapy approved in over 15 years, following successful Phase 3 trials demonstrating significant symptom improvement. Commercial launch is expected in the fourth quarter of 2025. Tonix also markets Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan injection) 3 mg and Tosymra (sumatriptan nasal spray) 10 mg, both indicated for the treatment of acute migraine with or without aura in adults.
Tonix's development portfolio includes product candidates in central nervous system (CNS), immunology, immuno-oncology infectious disease and rare disease. The CNS pipeline features both small molecules and biologics to treat pain, neurologic, psychiatric, and addiction conditions. The immunology portfolio includes biologics to address organ transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and cancer. The infectious disease pipeline includes a vaccine in development to prevent smallpox and monkeypox, which also serves as a live virus vaccine platform for other infectious diseases. Finally, the rare disease portfolio includes a product in development for Prader-Willi syndrome, which has both orphan drug designation and rare pediatric disease designation grants from the FDA.
Tonix owns and operates a state-of-the art infectious disease research facility in Frederick, Md.
Please visit ******************* for specifics on the pipeline.
* All of Tonix's product candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics and have not been approved for any indication.
Position Overview
Tonix Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join our multidisciplinary R&D team at the Frederick Research & Development Center. This role integrates computational protein structure analysis with hands-on molecular biology and protein biochemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to host-directed therapeutic discovery, antiviral platforms, and vaccine design by combining AI/ML-based protein modeling with molecular biology and protein science to generate, express, and analyze protein targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform protein structure modeling and design using platforms such as AlphaFold2/3, ESM, RFdiffusion, ProteinMPNN, and NetMHC.
* Build and refine bioinformatics workflows for large-scale sequence and structural analysis of host and viral proteins
* Perform molecular cloning, PCR, DNA and RNA isolation, bacterial transformation, and mutagenesis to generate expression constructs.
* Carry out protein expression and purification followed by protein characterization
* Collaborate with Tonix's imaging and cell biology teams to translate computational predictions into testable hypotheses in assays and animal models.
* Contribute to the development of user-friendly computational pipelines and visualization tools for internal scientists.
* Document and communicate results in reports, regulatory filings, and presentations to internal teams, collaborators, and external partners.
* Maintain awareness of emerging computational biology technologies to enhance Tonix's drug discovery capabilities.
Required Qualifications
* B.S. or M.S. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field.
* Hands-on experience with protein structure prediction and computational protein design tools.
* Familiarity with core molecular biology and protein biochemistry methods (PCR, cloning, bacterial expression, Western blotting).
* Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams within Tonix's integrated discovery pipeline.
Preferred:
* Experience with cloud computing platforms (Google Cloud, AWS) for large-scale protein modeling.
* Exposure to machine learning approaches in protein design and immunology.
* Prior experience with protein engineering for therapeutic applications.
* Track record of contributions to publications, posters, or conference presentations.
* Proficiency in Python, especially ML/AI packages. Experience in Linux operating systems and shell programming is desirable.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Compensation & Benefits
Annualized base salary ranges from $60,000 to $90,000 plus target incentive; actual salaries will vary and may be above or below this range commensurate with several factors including experience, education, training, location, and merit.
Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
* Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs
* Pet Insurance
* Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options
* Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
* Career Development and Training
Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
$60k-90k yearly 60d+ ago
Associate Scientist
Us Tech Solutions 4.4
Senior scientist job in Gaithersburg, MD
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit our website ************************ We are constantly on the lookout for professionals to fulfill the staffing needs of our clients, sets the correct expectation and thus becomes an accelerator in the mutual growth of the individual and the organization as well.
Keeping the same intent in mind, we would like you to consider the job opening with US Tech Solutions that fits your expertise and skillset.
Job Description
• BioProcess Engineering (BPE) department is responsible for scale up, tech transfer, and facility fit of clinical and commercial processes to manufacturing. BPE is also responsible for producing development drug substance material and data from pilot facilities. Members of Development Scale-up Center (DSC), within BPE, produce materials up to 500L scale for toxicology and process development studies, to confirm process performance and to troubleshoot issues in GMP facility, and work with cross functional team on technology evaluations.
• This position is focused on upstream cell culture and fermentation processes supporting scalability and production of therapeutic proteins in DSC. Position is a hands-on laboratory and production-based role. Responsibilities include but are not limited to media preparations, routine sub-culturing of cells and fermentations. The candidate will assist in adaptation of transferred information for scale-up processes from late stage development to DSC as well as assisting in the production of various tox and development materials, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with the production processes and/or equipment, identifying root causes for deviations, implementing corrective/preventative actions, assisting in implementing new technologies, and trending/analyzing data.
• The candidate will assist in compiling data and expected to summarize and assist in interpreting results. The candidate will also maintain production and laboratory equipment.
Qualifications
Education:
• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in scientific, engineering or related field.
Experience:
• For the RA, we require a BS with 2 - 5 years or a MS with 0 - 2 years of relevant experience.
• For the AS, we require a BS with a minimum of 5 years or MS with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Additional Information
Special Skills/ Abilities
• Hands on proficiency in cell culture and/or fermentation and good aseptic techniques. Bioreactor/fermenter operation experience is preferred.
• Good documentation, writing and communication skills in a team based setting are essential.
$56k-84k yearly est. 3h ago
Associate Scientist I
Microbac 4.0
Senior scientist job in Sterling, VA
Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more!
Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I.
ABOUT MICROBAC
Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience.
Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope.
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets.
JOB SUMMARY
The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development
* Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing
* Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses
* Perform equipment and instrumentation set up
* Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation
* Prepare and analyze samples
* Accurately record observations and data and interpret results
* Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods
* Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures
* Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training
* Sign off on final certificates of analysis
* Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's
* Monitor and address sample backlog issues
* Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy
* Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records
* Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS
* Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science
* Prior analytical testing experience
* Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting
* Ability to interpret data and prepare reports
* Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders
* Computer literacy
* Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment
* Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands and working conditions described here 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.
Physical Requirements:
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit.
* The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception.
Working Conditions:
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
* This job may require travel less than 20%
As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets.
OTHER:
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.
Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
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