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Med Lab Scientist contract in Temple, TX - Make $2,000 - $2,400/week
Saltu Staffing
Senior scientist job in Temple, TX
This is a 6-month contract position that requires at least one year of experience and a background in blood/bank transfusion and familiarity with laboratory automation. Candidates must hold MLS certification (ASCP or AMT). Make $2,000 - $2,400/week.
What Saltu can deliver:
Direct relationships with key decision-makers and hiring managers, giving you faster feedback, stronger advocacy, and priority consideration.
A high-touch recruiting team that supports you before, during, and after your assignment-no handoffs, no runaround.
Dedicated credentialing and onboarding support to move you through compliance quickly and accurately.
Transparent communication around pay, scheduling, and expectations-no surprises.
Access to exclusive and hard-to-fill opportunities that never hit the large job boards.
Pay listed above includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.
Personalized career guidance-we focus on long-term fit, not just filling shifts.
At Saltu, you're not just a number in a database-you're directly represented by recruiters who know the hiring authority and can truly advocate for you.
$2k-2.4k weekly 1d ago
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Head of Growth Product & Audience Intelligence
Leon Capital Group 4.2
Senior scientist job in Dallas, TX
, Direct Investments
Leon Capital Group, Direct Investments, a subsidiary of Leon Capital Group, is building a next-generation healthcare platform focused on delivering better outcomes through technology, access, and intelligence.
Rooted in Leon Capital Group's multi-billion-dollar investment platform, Leon Capital Group, Direct Investments operates at the intersection of health & financial services, real estate, and technology - combining entrepreneurial speed with institutional discipline. Our mission: to leverage innovation, data, and product-driven marketing to improve long-term growth across the Leon ecosystem.
Position Overview
We're seeking a Head of Growth Product & Audience Intelligence - a product and growth leader responsible for designing and delivering the next generation of audience targeting and marketing intelligence products through AI and other automation.
This individual will bridge data science, AI/machine learning, and marketing strategy to build scalable systems that help Leon's portfolio companies reach the right audience - ethically, effectively, and compliantly.
The ideal candidate will bring a hybrid background at the intersection of product management, data science/ML enablement, and data-driven growth experimentation-equally fluent in building products, partnering with ML engineering, and driving measurable acquisition and retention outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Product Ownership & Vision:
Define and own the roadmap for audience segmentation, targeting, and personalization across Leon Capital Group, Direct Investments' digital marketing channels (Meta, Google, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.).
Translate business and advertiser needs into productized targeting capabilities such as “in-market,” “behavioral intent,” “lookalike,” and exclusion logic features.
Create scalable audience frameworks that can extend across Leon's other verticals (healthcare, real estate, financial services, and investment).
2. Data Science & Engineering Integration:
Manage relationships with third-party AI/ML partners (“engineering as a service”), such as ZS, ScienceSoft, Intellias, or Tredence, aligning external capabilities with LHP's product roadmap.
Partner with internal and external data science teams to develop signal processing, model training, and audience performance frameworks.
Oversee the ingestion, cleaning, and governance of first- and third-party data used for audience intelligence.
3. Experimentation, Measurement & Optimization:
Design and evaluate large-scale A/B tests and experiments that quantify the causal impact of targeting changes on ROI, conversion, and patient acquisition.
Build and maintain attribution and lift measurement systems, integrating deterministic and probabilistic methods.
Collaborate with econometrics and analytics teams to validate impact and optimize audience precision.
4. Privacy, Compliance & Governance:
Lead a privacy-first approach to audience intelligence, balancing personalization with compliance (HIPAA, GDPR, post-IDFA, CCPA).
Establish standards for data handling, consent, and anonymization.
Partner with compliance, legal, and marketing science leaders to embed ethical safeguards into all audience systems.
5. Collaboration & Enablement:
Work cross-functionally with Growth, Marketing Science, Analytics, and Engineering teams to operationalize targeting strategies.
Translate complex ML outputs into actionable frameworks and dashboards for marketing activation.
Enable performance marketers and brand teams to test, measure, and iterate audiences with agility and precision.
Technical & Analytical Expertise:
Deep understanding of data taxonomy, signal engineering, and event-based tracking (pixels, SDKs, conversion events).
Working knowledge of auction dynamics (bid, relevance, expected action rate) within major ad platforms.
Proficiency with SQL and Python (or R) for data extraction, modeling, and exploratory analysis.
Familiarity with machine learning libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, CausalML, DoWhy) and modern experimentation frameworks.
Experience with growth experimentation and analytics tools such as Amplitude, Optimizely, Looker, or equivalent.
Strong appreciation for privacy-first attribution and signal-loss mitigation in a post-cookie, post-IDFA landscape.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Have 7-10 years in roles such as Product Manager / Director of Audience Targeting, Ad Tech Product Leader, Growth Product Manager, or Marketing Science Lead.
Bring a proven track record in designing and optimizing targeting systems that drive measurable ROI.
Be equally comfortable partnering with ML engineers and communicating with business executives.
Have experience managing AI/ML “as a service” providers or leading internal data science teams.
Exhibit a privacy-first mindset with strong working knowledge of healthcare data governance.
Be a strategic systems thinker with a bias for action - able to translate abstract data science into scalable, monetizable products.
Qualifications:
7-10 years of experience in Product Management, Ad Tech, Marketing Science, or Data-Driven Growth roles.
Demonstrated success building cross-functional, data-powered growth systems.
Exceptional communication skills - able to distill complex analytics into executive-level strategy.
Comfortable operating in high-growth, entrepreneurial, and regulated environments.
12-Month Success Indicators:
Launch Leon Capital Group, Direct Investments' first scalable Audience Intelligence Platform, improving targeting efficiency and conversion lift.
Establish and operationalize partnerships with third-party ML / AI vendors (“engineering as a service”).
Deliver unified dashboards and experimentation frameworks that quantify targeting impact across all active campaigns.
Achieve measurable cost-per-acquisition and conversion rate improvements within 12 months.
Why Join Leon Capital Group, Direct Investments
Leon Capital Group, Direct Investments, is looking to redefine how data and marketing serve service businesses- blending data science, human empathy, and trust to build durable, scalable systems. Backed by Leon Capital Group, Direct Investment's patient capital and cross-industry platform, this role offers the chance to build something foundational: the intelligence layer that powers the next generation of healthcare marketing and audience systems.
You'll collaborate directly with visionary leaders across Leon Capital Group, working at the forefront of where health & financial services, data, and technology converge.
$55k-74k yearly est. 5d ago
Blood Bank Scientist
University Health 4.6
Senior scientist job in San Antonio, TX
/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs procedures for testing or analysis on specimens submitted to the laboratory. Evaluates test results for accuracy and submits results for the purpose of aiding the physician in diagnostic and therapeutic treatment of patients. Performs analyses that may involve a complex network of steps, variable fine-line discriminations of several parameters, correction of a variety of errors, and the operation and maintenance of complicated instruments. Mentors and accounts for work of trainees and other supportive technical personnel employed by the laboratory. Performs assigned duties rapidly and accurately. Plans work activities and makes decisions connected with own work. Recognizes unusual results and/or abnormalities and takes prompt and appropriate action to assure the accuracy and validity of test result. Assumes accountability for the dissemination of patient information to ensure the confidentiality and privacy of patients. Duties may also include performance of procedures associated with procurement of specimens from patients.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Requires at least two (2) years for experience in Transfusion Services.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
OR
High school graduate or equivalent AND successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) is required
OR
Certification in Specialty for area of laboratory employment required without a Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent) certification.
Must maintain certification status in compliance with specifications for continuing education required by the certification agency.
$63k-89k yearly est. 1d ago
Food Scientist
Del Sol Food Co., Inc./Briannas Salad Dressing
Senior scientist job in Brenham, TX
The Food Scientist is responsible for the development, scale-up, and commercialization of innovative food products with a focus on sensory quality, cost optimization, and compliance with regulatory and food safety standards. This position will lead cross-functional initiatives from concept through launch, providing hands-on formulation and technical support, and mentoring junior team members. Success in this role will be measured by on-time execution of product development projects, accuracy and completeness of product documentation, successful commercialization outcomes, and the quality of cross-functional support and mentorship provided to the R&D team.
**Unfortunately, our company is not currently set up to support Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 visa holders**
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Apply sensory science, ingredient functionality, and food technology to support formulation and innovation across the company's core categories: bakery, salad dressings, and marinades.
Monitor and report the status of all active R&D projects, ensuring timely updates and clear communication of progress, risks, and milestones to the R&D Supervisor.
Lead product development and reformulation projects from concept through commercialization, including formulation, prototyping, ingredient sourcing, packaging, labeling, and scale-up. Ensure alignment with company goals, cost targets, market trends, and regulatory requirements.
Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges by applying food science principles, developing creative solutions to improve stability, shelf life, sensory attributes, or scalability.
Own sourcing and technical evaluation of all new ingredients used in product development, including functionality, cost, quality, and regulatory alignment.
Serve as the R&D lead in cross-functional sourcing efforts with Procurement to ensure timely onboarding and technical validation of new raw materials and packaging components.
Own product lifecycle documentation including formulations, specs, technical data sheets, and shelf-life protocols.
Continuously monitor global food technology trends to identify and introduce new ideas, ingredients, or products aligned with the company's innovation strategy.
Own and maintain product data within the company's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely updates of formulas, ingredient statements, specifications, and supporting technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle.
Lead capability studies, product start-ups, and commercialization efforts, providing on-site support to Plant Operations for new product launches, productivity improvements, and quality programs.
Partner with Marketing, QA, Procurement, and Operations to align on launch timelines, raw material sourcing, and quality standards.
Mentor and train R&D Technicians, oversee task assignments, skill development, and validation of project outcomes.
Perform other duties assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: B.S./M.S. in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, or related field.
Experience: 3 - 5 years of food/bakery R&D, formulation, & product development experience.
TRAVEL: estimated up to 15%.
REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
Ability to taste and evaluate food products, including those containing allergens, as part of sensory testing and product development.
Self-starter with strong initiative to identify and implement process or product improvements.
Highly efficient at managing tight timelines and prioritizing multiple projects.
Strong knowledge of food labeling, product claims, and food technology.
Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a hands-on approach to challenges.
Effective presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
Must be able to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to work under minimal supervision within guidelines and processes.
Valid driver's license and ability to drop off samples as needed.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required. Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
RELATIONSHIPS:
This position reports directly to the Director of QA/R&D.
The Food Scientist works closely with other team members.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position requires regular on-site presence to support lab work, pilot trials, plant scale-ups, and cross-functional collaboration. Work-from-home flexibility (one day per week) is available after a 90-day introductory period, based on performance, business needs, and with supervisor approval. Remote work is intended for tasks such as documentation, data analysis, and administrative responsibilities. On-site attendance is required during the initial onboarding and training period.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The Food Scientist must be able to lift 30-40 lbs. with or without assistance.
The working environment is a clean, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, but may require some outside maintenance as needed. May require working in cold room temperatures
Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays including loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions, food tasting and smells including all food allergens. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and stretch. This job requires the employee to be able to read, write and communicate verbally in English.
The physical demands described 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.
$46k-80k yearly est. 4d ago
Product Development Scientist II
Rich Products Corporation 4.7
Senior scientist job in Missouri City, TX
Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.
Purpose Statement
Rich Products, a $5.5Billion food manufacturing company, is looking for a Product Development Scientist II to join our growing R&D Team. In this role, you will be responsible for new product development, product maintenance and product improvement for our desserts category.
In this role, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure successful development and commercialization of new products, product improvement or cost reductions. You will conduct routine, non-routine and complex research and development activities concerned with the chemical, biological and/or physical complexity of product formulations in order to develop new products and evaluate and improve the quality of existing products and related processes.
You will successfully partner with others cross-functionally.
This role is based in Missouri City, TX, with expected travel of 10%.
Key Accountabilities and Outcomes
New Product Development/Product Improvements/Cost reductions
* Prepares prototype and line extension products using research lab, pilot lab, manufacturing facilities and equipment, as required. Typical project assignments involve small product line extensions and iterative new products (e.g. modifying a customized product formula to create a new product).
* Plans, organizes and completes projects of modest scope or are a segment of a larger project. Selects and/or develops appropriate methods for conducting projects and assists in designing experiments.
* Interfaces frequently with various internal departments (i.e. Marketing, Purchasing, Engineering) and customers in accomplishing project milestones.
* Selects and evaluates raw materials for experiments.
* Sets-up, operates and maintains research lab equipment.
* Works with outside labs, universities, ingredient suppliers and lab equipment vendors as needed by project activity.
* Designs and conducts complex shelf life and storage studies, including product and package performance under various conditions and makes recommendations for appropriate adjustments in product and/or package as required.
* Designs and conducts storage studies, including product and package performance under various conditions.
* Performs complex measurements and statistical analysis.
Technical Support
* Presents results of complex experiments and recommendations to various groups, both internally and externally.
* Orders materials for producing and evaluating complex prototypes.
* Develops solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity by applying extensive technical knowledge and experience.
Record-keeping
* Maintains accurate, up to date records, laboratory notebooks and computer database.
* Prepare and document all plant validation trials according to department protocol.
* Ensures the work environment is sanitary, safe, and orderly.
* Maintains a sanitary, safe and orderly work environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering or related field with 3+ years product development related experience in food preparation/food industry; OR M.S.in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related field with 2+ years product development related experience in food preparation/food industry.
* Demonstrated experience developing products such as cakes, cookies, muffins, brownies, icings/glazes.
* Experience in applying advanced mathematics (i.e. statistics) and their practical application required.
* Broad understanding of food science (e.g. biochemistry, microbiology, nutrition, etc.) acquired through both lecture and laboratory work.
* Demonstrated ability to apply technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
* Solid verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills; with all levels within an organization.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment.
* Solid PC proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including Word and PowerPoint; intermediate to advanced proficiency level in Excel and database, statistical software (spreadsheets, computer analysis; report writing). Proficient with relevant software tools (e.g. PLM, etc.) a plus.
* Ability to use presentation and project management software beneficial.
Physical requirements:
* Lift up to 50 lbs.
* Stand for 6 or more hours during the work day.
* Ability to compare and distinguish differences in ingredients, materials, etc. through taste, smell, touch and visual inspection.
* Manual dexterity required to operate various equipment such as scales, balances, etc.
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COMPENSATION
In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.
Annual Range/Hourly Rate
$75,510.48 - $102,161.24
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Associate Experience Network at *************** if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.
As a family-owned company, caring for our associates-their whole selves-is a top priority. That's why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:
* Competitive compensation
* Health & financial benefits
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Family planning support
* Flexible work policy
* Associate resource groups
* Volunteering & community impact opportunities
* Holiday gatherings
* In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!
It's all part of how we support our family of associates. Because in the company of family, all things are possible.
MEET RICH'S.
Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $3.8 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
Job Segment: PLM, Outside Sales, Management, Sales
$75.5k-102.2k yearly 60d+ ago
Scientist I
Diasorin 4.5
Senior scientist job in Austin, TX
Diasorin is a global leader in diagnostic solutions, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to create cutting-edge tools that improve healthcare worldwide. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, we've earned our reputation for excellence by developing innovative diagnostic assays and instruments that are trusted by healthcare providers around the world.
Our broad offering of diagnostic tests and Licensed Technology solutions, made available thanks to ongoing investments in research, positions us as the player with the widest range of specialty solutions in the sector and identifies us as the "Diagnostics Specialist."
Why Join Diasorin?
Impactful Work: When you join Diasorin, you become part of a team that's dedicated to improving lives. Your contributions will directly impact patient care, making a meaningful difference in the world.
Global Reach & Innovation: Our work transcends borders. Joining Diasorin means collaborating with colleagues from all over the world, expanding your horizons, and contributing to global healthcare solutions at the forefront of the diagnostic industry.
Diverse and Inclusive Culture: We believe in the strength of diversity, and our inclusive culture reflects this commitment. We value your unique perspective and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.
Join Our Team: If you're passionate about innovation, diversity, and making a positive impact on healthcare, Diasorin is the place for you. We're looking for passionate and talented individuals who are ready to embrace new challenges and drive healthcare solutions forward.
Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of diagnostics? Join Diasorin and become a catalyst for change in the world of healthcare. Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey toward a healthier, more connected world. Together, we can make an impact!
Job Scope
DiaSorin is seeking a talented Scientist with expertise in polymer and materials chemistry to join our dynamic Innovation team. This role focuses on the design, synthesis, and characterization of polymeric materials, including polystyrene microspheres, polymeric coatings, and nanoparticle-based composites, using techniques such as emulsion polymerization, wet chemical synthesis, and thin-film deposition. The successful candidate will independently lead experiments, collaborate with seniorscientists and directors, and contribute to innovative instrumentation projects that advance our cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker, thrives in a collaborative environment, and upholds the highest standards of laboratory safety and quality.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Synthesize and characterize polymeric microspheres and nanoparticles for diagnostic assays, using techniques like emulsion polymerization, surface modification, and surface conjugation.
Perform thin-film deposition using techniques like sputtering, evaporation, or chemical vapor deposition to create uniform, high-quality coatings.
Collaborate with external partners to evaluate reagents, including surface modifications, and provide technical support to customers for assay-related processes
Develop manufacturing instructions and quality control methods for new products during product transfer phases.
Test and validate new Luminex instrumentation and software for particle-based assay platforms, ensuring performance and reliability.
Work with seniorscientists and cross-functional teams to advance assay and platform development, seeking guidance as needed.
Present technical information in formal settings.
Stay updated on advancements in polymer chemistry, particle science, and assay technologies, contributing to scientific reports and potential publications.
Adhere to laboratory safety regulations and standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintaining
Source and select raw materials and supplies.
Troubleshoot assay performance issues and customer complaints.
Generate ideas leading to new or improved products and internal processes.
Serve as a source of knowledge inside and outside of your team in an area of expertise.
Education, Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline. required or
Master's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline. preferred
Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline. preferred
5+ Years experience working in an academic, government or industrial life sciences laboratory setting OR advanced degree required
Experience working in the medical device/diagnostics industry required
Training and Skills
MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills (High proficiency)
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present technical results clearly to diverse audiences. (High proficiency)
Strong critical thinker who excels at analyzing information, solving complex problems, and driving innovation in a collaborative environment. (High proficiency)
Familiarity with particle synthesis and characterization (e.g., microspheres, nanoparticles) using techniques like emulsion polymerization, DLS, SEM, or spectroscopy. (Medium proficiency)
Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and troubleshooting (Medium proficiency)
Standard Physical Demands
Fine motor skills required to manipulate scientific samples and equipment. Frequently
Standard Working Conditions
Work with toxic or hazardous chemicals for up to several hours per day - Frequently
Work with human sourced or biohazardous materials for the majority of the workday - Frequently
PPE clothing will need to be worn when entering the lab (chemical resistant clothing/gloves, safety glasses, lab coat, and surgical gloves). - Frequently
Work beyond 40 hours/week - Frequently
Travel Requirements
10%
What we offer
Receive a competitive salary and benefits package as you grow your career at DiaSorin. Join our team and discover how your work can impact the lives of people all over the world.
Diasorin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and Canada and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Diasorin is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are a US or Canada candidate and require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact the North America Talent Acquisition Team at ********************* or ************** to request an accommodation.
The above job description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Diasorin reserves the right to modify or amend this job posting as needed to comply with local laws and regulations.
Please note that offers of employment at Diasorin may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
This position is not eligible for partnership with a third-party search firm vendor without expressed, written consent from the Diasorin Human Resources Department.
$73k-98k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Research and Development Scientist
Lynntech 4.0
Senior scientist job in College Station, TX
Lynntech's mission is to solve real problems in defense, medical, aerospace, and energy markets by developing and commercializing innovative world-class technologies and products. To accomplish this mission, we need team members who are passionate about creating novel technology solutions, and who are driven to learn and grow.
We are seeking passionate researchers, who are interested in creating their own research programs, by pursuing projects through grant writing in new and upcoming fields within the SBIR program. This is a great opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of R&D, while pursuing research interests that are at the intersection of your interests, and the company's desired growth areas.
This position will require you to spend a significant portion of your time writing research grants, and the balance of your time providing research direction on projects in the lab either as a Principal Investigator, or as a Key Technical Personnel. During the initial stages of your career, you will receive mentorship and training on grant writing from several experienced researchers at Lynntech including from personnel with backgrounds in Engineering, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science etc. As you progress in your career, you will transition into a role where you are not only writing your own grant proposals, but also providing mentorship to other junior level grant writers. As you secure funding from the SBIR program, you will have the opportunity to grow your own research group with multiple practitioner personnel reporting into your function to help execute multi-disciplinary projects and technologies to set them up for commercialization. The long-term vision for this position involves the ability to directly influence customer-driven R&D and new product development.
We are looking to hire multiple people for this position, at varying experience levels. A Ph.D. degree with research experience in a relevant field is required. Grant writing experience and execution of projects stemming from grants is desirable but not necessary.
Specific technical areas of interest to Lynntech that are relevant to this position include, but are not limited to:
Optics and Photonics
Imaging and non-imaging Optics, Photonics, Optical waveguides, Metamaterials, Photonic crystals, Nano-/Microfabrication, Flat Lens design, Electro-Optics, Quantum sensing
Electronics and RF
Integrated circuit (IC) design, Neuromorphic Systems, Microwave Engineering, Electromagnetics, Millimeter-wave, Antenna Design, Software-defined Radio, Electromagnetic Interference and Shielding
Sensors and Devices
Advanced Imaging and Sensing (electro-optic, microelectromechanical, electromagnetic, optical imaging/sensing, chemical, subsurface sensing, laser imaging, etc.), State Estimation and Control Systems
Advanced Materials
Inorganic and Organometallic Materials (Ceramics, Metallurgy, Coordination Polymers), Advanced/Multifunctional Composite Materials, Coatings and Interfaces, Electronic Structure/Bandgap Engineering, Spintronics
AI/ML
Trusted AI systems & Adversarial robustness, AI-enabled autonomy for unmanned systems (UAVs, UGVs, USVs), Onboard and edge-deployed inference, Multi-modal sensor fusion and ISR analytics, Predictive maintenance and digital twin modeling, AI for logistics and sustainment operations, Generative AI for training and decision support, Anomaly detection and cyber defense algorithms, Reinforcement learning for control systems
Salary Range: $80K to $100K depending on experience
US Persons Requirement: Due to contract requirements, we can only hire US persons (citizens or legal permanent residents i.e. green card holders) for this position.
Qualified applicants should apply online at ***************** Applicants are encouraged to provide a resume detailing their skills in relation to this position.
Lynntech is an EEO Employer.
$80k-100k yearly 60d+ ago
Scientist I
Career Concepts
Senior scientist job in Houston, TX
Roger Trinh Talent Solutions is partnering with a growing Houston-based contract manufacturing company. Our client seeks a Scientist I to join their product development team in collaboration with Roger Trinh Talent Solutions. The Scientist will be responsible for developing robust processes for formulation, fill and finish, and cryopreservation of chimeric antigen receptor T (CAR T) and Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes (TIL) cell products. The ideal candidate will be an internal expert in cellular cryopreservation and cryobiology and stay current on advancements in the field. Proficiency in Cryobiologist and Cryopreservation experience with cell therapy drug development (working with different reagents) is required.
Key Responsibilities:
Developing solid processes for the formulation, fill and finish, and cryopreservation of CAR T and TIL cell products.
Conducting studies on these products' formulation, fill/finish, and cryopreservation.
Evaluating new cryobiological technologies.
Implementing process advancements for scaling up and introduction into a GMP manufacturing environment.
Leading technology transfer activities and training manufacturing staff on new processes and equipment.
Monitoring process performance during clinical manufacturing via data tracking, trending, and analysis.
Designing and conducting experiments in the development laboratory to support process changes, generate process robustness data, and resolve manufacturing non-conformances.
Drafting technical documents, including development reports, process descriptions, risk assessments, SOPs, MBRs, and regulatory filing sections
Acting as an internal expert, maintaining state-of-the-art cellular cryopreservation and cryobiology knowledge, and performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Ph.D. in a related scientific/engineering field preferred, or master's degree with 5+ years' experience in a related field, preferably in the biotech industry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with cell therapy process development and cryopreservation.
Highly desired experience:
Formulation science experience with cryoprotectant additives.
Demonstrated aseptic cell handling skills.
Experience working in or supporting a cGMP-regulated environment.
Hands-on experience with standard cell therapy laboratory equipment and technology platforms
Familiarity with the following is a plus:
Solid background in cell therapy manufacturing processes.
Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.) and statistical software (Prism, JMP).
Strong scientific understanding of the fundamental principles of cryopreservation and cell therapy.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstrated strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a superior drive for results.
Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management and staff.
Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
$53k-87k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Applied Sports Scientist
Houston Dash
Senior scientist job in Houston, TX
COMPANY BACKGROUND The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club's brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.
The Club has a rich history, including MLS Cup titles (2006, 2007) and in-season tournament championships for both the Dynamo (2018) (2023) and Dash (2020) and is focused on building toward the next championships, inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach, and creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Applied Sports Scientist will play a key role in supporting player performance and wellbeing within a high-performance team at the Houston Dash. This role is responsible for the collection, analysis, and application of performance data to optimize training, reduce injury risk, and support the coaching staff in decision-making. The Applied Sports Scientist will work closely with the Head of Performance and Performance Coach as part of the Performance Department, as well as work in collaboration with Medical Department, and Technical Staff as it relates to players' health, safety and well-being.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performance Monitoring & Data Management
Lead the daily monitoring of player physical performance using GPS tracking, heart-rate systems, wellness surveys, force platforms, and other monitoring tools.
Manage data collection workflows for training and matches, ensuring accuracy, consistency and compliance with the league requirements.
Maintain and develop the club's performance data management systems, dashboards, and reporting structures.
Training Load Management
Track and analyze internal and external training loads to support periodization and performance planning.
Provide daily training load recommendations in collaboration with the Head of Performance and coaching staff.
Identify early signs of overtraining, fatigue or elevated injury risk and communicate findings early.
Assist with on-field training, conditioning and the delivery of gym-based strength and conditioning for players.
Match Preparation & Analysis
Provide pre-match performance reports, player readiness updates, and post-match physical analysis.
Contribute to recovery planning via data insights and evidence-based recommendations.
Support high-performance workflows on game days (warm-ups, testing, equipment management).
Testing & Profiling
Plan and conduct regular physical profiling: speed, conditioning, strength and power assessments
Benchmark players against positional standards, league norms and internal KPIs.
Use testing insights to collaborate with S&C coaches, medical staff and technical coaches.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Work closely with technical coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapist, dietitian and strength and conditioning coach.
Collaborate with the Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapist regarding injured and rehabilitating players to modify training programs with agreement from Team Medical Staff.
Contribute to the club's long-term performance strategy, injury-reduction initiatives and return to play process.
Research & Innovation
Stay current with emerging technologies, scientific literature, and best practices in women's football and sport science.
Evaluate and integrate new tools or methodologies that can enhance performance culture.
Support applied research projects and contribute to the club's continuous improvement culture.
Professional Standards
Compile reports as required by the league
Comply with all league medical/performance policies and protocols.
Follow codes and standards of their governing bodies and all applicable League Rules and Team Policies.
Attend all activities/meetings/programs as required by the League.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and to travel internationally.
Perform other duties as assigned or required by the League.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum four (4) year college/university bachelor's degree in Sport Science, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics or a related field.
Minium three (3) years of experience working with elite-level athletes (i.e., collegiate, professional, Olympic).
Certified Performance and Sport Scientist (CPSS) certification.
CPR certification in Basic Life Support.
Preferred experience in women's elite football, and knowledge of NWSL competition demands is an advantage.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES
Excellent team member, who always places the Club first.
Dedicated to the pursuit of excellence.
High standards of accountability.
Respectful in their communication, empathy, and inclusiveness.
Ability to work in a high stress and competitive environment.
High level of confidence.
Complete work accurately and in a timely manner.
Work independently and in a group setting and demonstrate good judgement skills.
Demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills required to work effectively with Players, Team Medical Staff, Coaches, other Team Personnel and League Staff.
Proven ability in sports science and analytics working with GPS and other monitoring systems.
Maintains a positive attitude to help the players succeed in their goals.
Maintains Organizational Core Competencies.
ORGANIZATIONAL CORE COMPETENCIES
Accountable - Holds themselves (and when appropriate others) accountable for achieving goals and objectives.
Collaborative - Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational outcomes.
Progressive - Open minded, accepting, creative, and innovative in approach.
Values Driven - Being ethical in decision making and operating with professional integrity.
Agile - Achieves personal and organizational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment. Ability to handle ambiguity.
Additional Competencies for Leadership
Strategic - Leads opportunity and is committed to continuous improvement aligned with the organizational vision and direction.
Resilient - Demonstrates personal resilience within a demanding environment of high expectations.
Enabling - Drives excellence through valuing and developing others.
Business Acumen - Superior ability to understand and effectively navigate area of responsibility and various business scenarios.
Good Judgment - Strong critical thinking skills and ability to exercise discretion and good judgement.
OTHER INFORMATION
Diverse candidates of all backgrounds are welcome, and the Club seeks individuals passionate about sport, inspiring the city and devoted to the organization's growth. While duties and responsibilities vary across positions, we are seeking individuals who are accountable, collaborative, progressive, agile, and ethical/values driven.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
$53k-87k yearly est. 19d ago
Scientist 1
Austinpx Pharmaceutics and Manufacturing
Senior scientist job in Georgetown, TX
The Scientist 1 designs and executes experiments, analyzes data, and contributes to the development and optimization of pharmaceutical formulations and processes.
Core Responsibilities
Plan and perform experiments to develop drug formulations, processing methods, and analytical assays.
Generate and interpret data; adjust experimental plans based on findings and scientific rationale.
Contribute to scale-up and technology transfer activities by supporting engineering studies and data analysis.
Write technical documents such as protocols, study reports, and CMC sections for regulatory submissions.
Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including analytical, manufacturing, and quality to advance projects.
Present results at project meetings and provide scientific input to guide project direction.
Ensure adherence to GLP/GMP and safety requirements in all experimental activities.
Draft Master Batch Records and development methods.
Interface with clients prior to and during development batches.
Other duties as assigned.
Technical Competencies
Competence in pharmaceutical sciences, including formulation development and analytical methods, with emphasis on solid oral dosage forms containing small molecule drugs.
Ability to design experiments, execute the preparation of prototypes, and apply statistical tools for data analysis and interpretation, including evaluation of dissolution, disintegration, hardness, friability, and related performance metrics.
Familiarity with formulation principles and process development specific to solid oral dosage manufacturing (e.g., blending, granulation, compression, encapsulation, coating).
Understanding of material science attributes-such as particle size, morphology, hygroscopicity, and polymorphism-and their impact on solid oral dosage form quality and performance.
Proficient in technical writing and documentation for scientific and regulatory purposes, including protocols, reports, and development summaries.
Knowledge of regulatory guidelines for early-phase development and CMC documentation, particularly as they relate to solid oral dosage forms.
Behavior Competencies
Analytical thinker who works independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Communicates scientific information clearly to colleagues and stakeholders.
Adaptable and responsive to project changes and evolving priorities.
Demonstrates initiative and curiosity in exploring new ideas and approaches.
Manages multiple tasks and meets project deadlines effectively.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, or related field.
2-5 years of experience in pharmaceutical research or development.
Experience in formulation and process development is advantageous.
$54k-88k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Research & Development Scientist III
Baylor Miraca Genetics Laboratories, LLC
Senior scientist job in Houston, TX
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced R&D Scientist to join our dynamic, fast-paced team focused on driving innovation in the genomic diagnostics field. The R&D Scientist will play a critical role in developing new sequencing based diagnostic assays.
This role is ideal for a scientist with a Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, or a related field, and a strong background in assay development and validation. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and optimizing tissue biopsy and liquid biopsy workflows, contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge molecular diagnostic assays.
The candidate will independently lead assay development projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams, both within and outside the department, under general supervision.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, or related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in sequencing workflow and assay development, preferably in an industrial or clinical diagnostic setting.
Proven expertise in tissue FFPE, fine needle biopsy, and/or cf DNA sequencing workflows.
Strong understanding of molecular assay development and validation principles.
Proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, qPCR, NGS, and nucleic acid extraction.
Experience with data analysis tools and software relevant to NGS.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Agility in learning new concepts and skills and applying them to R&D work.
Experience in R&D assay transfer to operation.
Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g., CLIA, CAP).
Familiarity with automation platforms and liquid handling systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead and contribute to the design, development, and optimization of molecular assays, with a focus on tissue and cf DNA workflows.
Develop DNA library preparation chemistry and workflow for FFPE tissue samples.
Refine chemistry and workflows for cell-free DNA library preparation.
Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results to support assay performance and troubleshooting.
Define assay performance metrics and collaborate with the validation team on designing verification & validation study.
Collaborate cross-functionally with bioinformatics, validation, automation, and clinical teams to ensure robust assay development, validation and transfer.
Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and protocols in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
Present findings and updates to internal stakeholders and contribute to technical reports and publications.
Keep up to date with emerging technology and scientific trends, and contribute to new assay improvement or development ideas.
Evaluate assay improvement and novel ideas through experimental approach.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct as outlined in the Baylor Genetics Compliance Program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequently required to sit
Frequently required to stand
Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Frequently required to talk or hear
Frequently required to utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
EEO Statement:
Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Note to Recruiters:
We value building direct relationships with our candidates and prefer to manage our hiring process internally. While we occasionally partner with select recruitment agencies for specialized roles, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies without a written agreement executed by the authorized signatory for Baylor Genetics ("Agreement"). Any resumes submitted to Baylor Genetics in the absence of an Agreement executed by Baylor Genetics' authorized signatory, will be considered the property of Baylor Genetics, and Baylor Genetics will not be obligated to pay any associated recruitment fees.
$58k-91k yearly est. 1d ago
R&D Senior Scientist
Sino Biological Us Inc.
Senior scientist job in Houston, TX
About Us
Sino Biological is an internationally recognized reagent supplier and contract research organization, listed on ChiNext of the Shenzhen stock exchange (301047 Sino Biological Inc.). Sino Biological's core technology platform is its in-house developed mammalian cell-based recombinant expression system, which employs proprietary reagents and processes for the efficient production of antigens and antibodies.
With its main manufacturing facilities in Beijing, China, Sino Biological also has a growing global presence with a US headquarters in the greater Philadelphia area, a bioprocessing facility in Houston, Texas, and subsidiaries in Frankfurt, Germany, and Tokyo, Japan.
As part of its major global expansion, the company has established the Center for Bioprocessing (C4B) in Houston, Texas, located in the world-renowned Texas Medical Center at Levit Green. This vibrant hub is home to some of the most cutting-edge innovation in biotechnology, offering our team an inspiring environment to do meaningful, impactful work in the heart of the medical and research community.
Job Description
We are seeking an accomplished scientist with industrial experience in recombinant protein and antibody production to join our team as a Senior or Principal R&D Scientist. This role requires strong expertise in sequence and construct design, expression, purification, and characterization of complex biomolecules, including engineered antibody formats (full-length IgG, bispecific, Fab, sc Fv, Fc-fusions) and fusion proteins. The successful candidate will lead small - to medium - scale production projects, serve as a technical authority in molecular and biochemical design, and ensure delivery of high- quality proteins for research and therapeutic applications. While the emphasis is on project leadership, planning, and mentorship, this position also involves hands-on bench work when needed to support critical projects or troubleshooting.
Flexibility is required, including potential weekend work and early or late weekday shifts based on project demands.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end protein production projects, from amino acid sequence design to purified, quality-tested product.
Design and optimize molecular constructs for recombinant proteins, including antibodies and antibody-derived formats (full-length IgG, bispecific, Fab, sc Fv, Fc-fusions) as well as Fc- and non-Fc fusion proteins.
Develop and lead critical SOPs, especially those related to sequence/construct design and molecular engineering, in coordination with upstream, downstream, and analytical teams.
Assist with customized project inquiry review. Determine feasibility of protein expressions, identify areas for optimization, and draft production proposals for project managers.
Advise and review upstream expression workflows in mammalian and insect systems (HEK293, CHO, Sf9), ensuring reproducibility and scalability.
Lead downstream purification strategies using modern chromatography platforms (affinity, IEX, SEC) and contribute to process optimization.
Develop and interpret analytical assays, including ELISA, BLI, DSF, HPLC-SEC, and related QC methods, to assess protein quality, stability, and activity.
Mentor and supervise associates and junior scientists, ensuring rigorous documentation, data integrity, and efficient lab execution.
Collaborate across departments to align on construct design principles, process strategies, and project execution.
Perform bench work when necessary to support critical experiments, troubleshooting, or method development.
Requirements
Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or related field, with 5+ years of industrial experience in recombinant protein and antibody production.
Proven expertise in amino acid sequence design and molecular construct development for recombinant proteins, including antibodies (full-length IgG, bispecific, Fab, sc Fv) and fusion proteins (Fc- and non-Fc).
Experience with protein structural and sequence analysis software.
Demonstrated ability to act as a sole technical contributor and project owner.
Hands-on experience with mammalian and insect cell expression systems, as well as chromatography purification (e.g., Cytiva AKTA).
Proficiency in protein characterization assays such as ELISA, BLI, DSF, HPLC-SEC, and SDS-PAGE.
Strong record of SOP authorship and cross-team collaboration on technical standards.
Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
Industrial CRO/CMO experience preferred.
Flexibility to work occasional early/late shifts or weekends based on project needs.
Must be able to lift and move 25-50 lbs as needed.
At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without the need for sponsorship.
Why Join Us at C4B?
Working at Sino Biological's C4B facility isn't just another lab job - it's a chance to be part of something bigger. Here are just a few of the unique benefits of our Houston site:
World-class location: Be part of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, where biotech innovation thrives.
Beautiful work environment: Enjoy a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility designed for collaboration and scientific excellence.
Free onsite parking: Skip the hassle and expense of parking in the Medical Center - we've got you covered.
Free onsite gym: Stay active and energized with convenient access to fitness facilities right at work.
Career growth opportunities: Learn directly from industry professionals while growing your career at a global biotech company.
Supportive team culture: A welcoming, team-first workplace that values diversity, collaboration, and professional development.
Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If selected, an HR team member will reach out to schedule a quick phone interview using the contact information provided in your resume.
Sino Biological Inc.
is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.
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$58k-91k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Scientist II
Leonardo DRS, Inc.
Senior scientist job in Dallas, TX
**Job ID: 112799** **Schedule: 9/80** The Electro-Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
_Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest._
**Job Summary**
The Leonardo DRS RAPID Laboratory is looking for a confident, highly motivated Scientist with semiconductor materials and device modeling experience to join our Research and Development team. We are looking for a strong candidate with experience in modeling key properties of photodiodes and infrared absorbing materials systems such as direct and indirect bandgap semiconductors, dark current, carrier generation/recombination and lifetimes, and carrier transport. As a Scientist, you will also become an expert in infrared photodiodes, focal plane array architecture and fabrication, and the application to advanced sensors and avalanche photodiodes (APDs). You will be an integral part of DRS' new product and technology development efforts in infrared sensors. You will interface with other team members representing a wide range of disciplines, including material science, process engineering, device fabrication, test engineering, and system design. You will work with other scientists to model the performance of current and novel device architectures for a variety of characteristics and aid in the optimization of device designs that both meet aggressive performance targets and are manufacturable. To that end, you will work in a team with other scientists and engineers including fabrication specialists, product/process engineers, and test and systems engineers to optimize device designs for yield and manufacturability. In addition, you will be the technical and/or project lead on development projects guiding both technical direction as well as coordination of key technical resources.
**Job Responsibilities**
- Model new device architectures that you or your colleagues may propose. Understand device design parameters and specification requirements and their impact on device performance. Help shape device architecture choices through semiconductor device modeling.
- Understand advanced semiconductor device physics to comprehend the effects process, fabrication, and integration have on final device performance and communicate technical requirements to engineers and scientists to ensure success.
- Construct and coordinate experimental plans to solve problems. Identify key input and output variables and provide analysis of results. Suggest improvements or fixes or experiments to help unravel unknowns. Lead the execution and data analysis of those experiments as appropriate.
- Participate and contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams.
- Organize, interpret, and present results to technical peers as well as to upper management or customers.
**Qualifications**
+ Doctorate (PhD) Degree in relevant discipline such as Materials Science, Physics, or Electrical Engineering.
+ 3+ years in semiconductor device physics and modeling
+ Strong coding skills to maintain, modify, and create device performance models for a variety of solid-state device architectures and phenomenology.
+ Ability to understand and analyze data related to semiconductor device performance.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ The candidate must be organized, proactive, and able to communicate to both highly technical and programmatic audiences with equal ease.
**Preferred Skills and Experience**
- Knowledge and experience with a variety of semiconductor fabrication processes.
- Experience with designing, fabricating, or testing infrared photodetectors and sensors.
- Knowledge of photodiodes or other sensors or photovoltaics.
- Ability to independently conduct various electrical test measurements on devices and analyze the data to draw conclusions.
- MATLAB, Python, Lumerical FDTD, LabView, JMP, SpotFire, MiniTab and other relevant engineering software packages to perform modeling and/or analyze data.
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
_Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours._
_*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only_
_Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws._
$53k-84k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Decision Scientist for multi-state restaurant chain
Artemis Connection
Senior scientist job in San Antonio, TX
Role: Decision Scientist
In this 3-4 month contract engagement, we're looking for an experienced data scientist to tackle complex, high-visibility problems for one of our clients, a multi-state restaurant chain. You will leverage advanced analytics to drive the development and optimization and support key organizational initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Development
Drive engagement, development, and performance of team members.
Mentor and coach data analysts and decision scientists in best practices, methodology, and privacy/security standards.
Data Preparation & Management
Extract, synthesize, and clean data from multiple sources, including Azure Data Lake, SQL Server, Oracle, and other legacy systems.
Conduct exploratory data analysis, aggregate data, and ensure privacy-compliant handling of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-party customer data.
Guide the team in preparing unfamiliar or complex datasets for analysis.
Data Visualization & Communication
Produce standard and custom reports, charts, graphs, and dashboards from structured data sources.
Translate complex data into actionable insights and effectively communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Mentor the team on best practices for visualization, storytelling, and privacy-compliant reporting.
Data Manipulation & Modeling
Procure and reshape large-scale, complex datasets for analysis across cloud (AWS, Azure) and on-premise systems.
Identify anomalies, data issues, and work cross-functionally to resolve them.
Apply statistical and predictive modeling techniques (regression, clustering, survival analysis, anomaly detection, factor analysis, etc.) to drive business decisions.
Coach team members on code, methodology selection, and model development.
Business Understanding & Insights Operationalization
Develop deep understanding of business problems and key metrics.
Partner with stakeholders to identify core questions and design optimal solutions.
Operationalize insights by integrating analytics into business processes and driving KPI-focused improvements.
Lead analytics refresh exercises and model/rule tuning processes.
Leadership & Evangelism
Collaborate across organizational levels to evangelize advanced analytics and decision sciences.
Foster a culture of curiosity, rigor, and passion for analytics across the team.
We'd love to hear from candidates with:
Education: BA/BS in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Psychology, Quantitative Social Science, or similar.
Technical Skills:
Strong proficiency in SQL, SAS, Python, or R
Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
Solid understanding of statistics (descriptive, regression, etc.)
Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS) and BI tools (Tableau, Power BI)
Professional Attributes:
Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
$55k-89k yearly est. 58d ago
Scientist II - Research, Innovation, and Development
AG Talent Acquisition
Senior scientist job in Flower Mound, TX
About The Role
This Scientist II will formulate a wide range of personal care products incorporating the company's cosmetics raw materials. Develop new formulas using existing and new technologies in the personal care product area to support company-wide growth and future brand strategies. Ensure that formulas meet expected performance, safety, and regulatory requirements so that they can be produced in manufacturing. Experimentation on the bench with conventional and/or non conventional/creative approaches with new formula bases, raw ingredients and processing techniques that will lead to unique product claims and benefits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Knowledgeable experienced formulation of a variety of personal care products, cosmetics, and OTC from concept to finished product.
Determine and perform the design of experiment to evaluate new and/or alternate raw materials through bench trials
Creating innovative formulations in a capable affective manner to answer trends in the market and meet project requirements.
Proactive about meeting business needs and providing solutions with minimal guidance.
Conduct stability testing to ensure formula and/or formula/package robustness. Prepare laboratory batches for studies and evaluations
Develop specifications for new and/or reformulated products, ensuring product quality.
Serve as Lab Applications representative on cross-functional teams.
Remain up to date and current on trends in the retail market and trends on formulations materials, ingredients, cost, etc.
Working knowledge of FDA regulations, and cGMPs, safety guidelines
Notebook documentation.
Customer support and interaction on a regular basis and problem-solving.
$58k-89k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Pharmaceutical R&D Scientist
Synergy Bioscience
Senior scientist job in Dallas, TX
Synergy Bioscience, a contract research organization (CRO), serving the life science industry by providing product development, analytical chemistry, and microbiology testing. We are currently seeking highly qualified R&D scientists with extensive experience in pharmaceutical product development and instrumental analysis and writing technical reports.
Role and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for effectively working on product development aspects, such as formulation, lyophilization, leachable/extractable, test method development/validation, stability studies, and others. They will analyze results, interpret data, and provide both oral updates and written reports in collaboration with the laboratory manager. Adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) regulations will be required in this highly regulated work environment. The individual will also ensure that the R&D lab remains a GMP-compliant and safe working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting R&D activities using laboratory equipment such as LC-MS, GC-MC, or ICP-OES.
Writing SOPs, Protocols, and technical reports.
Following cGMP and GDP work requirements.
Qualifications and Experience:
Ph. D. degree in chemistry or biochemistry with at least 3 years of experience. Applicants with MSc degree may be considered if they have the right skill sets.
Exceptional technical writing and communications skills.
In-depth knowledge of US FDA regulations and the ICH Guidelines.
Strong organizational skills.
Skills Required:
Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to use logic and reasoning to solve problems.
Self-motivated individual, capable of working both independently and in a team, while maintaining a focus on quality.
Professional attitude emphasizing teamwork and cooperation.
$58k-89k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Toxicologist
Neuralink 4.1
Senior scientist job in Austin, TX
We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.
Team Description:
The Biocompatibility team plays a critical role in supporting the manufacture of Neuralink devices by ensuring product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. We specialize in a range of essential processes, including toxicological risk assessments, batch release testing, chemical characterization, general analytical testing (such as mass spectrometry, chromatography, pH/conductivity, and general chemistry), microbiological testing (bioburden, environmental monitoring, and more), material analysis, clinical chemistry, and in-vitro biocompatibility assays.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
As a Toxicologist, you will lead toxicological risk assessments and biocompatibility evaluations to advance the safety of our brain-computer interface technologies. This role offers the opportunity to own key processes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on innovative medical devices, while ensuring alignment with regulatory standards like ISO 10993 and FDA guidelines.The Toxicologist will:
Prepare toxicological risk assessment reports, biological safety evaluations, and contribute to FDA and international regulatory submissions
Own toxicological risk assessment (TRA), including developing and documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs) that outline the TRA process and utilizing risk assessment tools such as the QSAR toolbox, read-across methodologies, and other risk assessment resources
Conduct hazard identification, literature reviews, and dose-response assessments to support TRA
Interpret chemical characterization data in accordance with ISO 10993 standards and integrate findings into comprehensive biocompatibility assessments for medical devices
Collaborate with engineering teams to provide expert consultation on the selection of materials and chemical agents used in manufacturing processes
Lead the development, validation, and ongoing sustainment of in-vitro biocompatibility assays, ensuring reproducibility, appropriate endpoints, and compliance with international guidance
Support general laboratory operations, including equipment management, calibration, and routine maintenance tasks to maintain a safe and efficient workspace
Required Qualifications:
B.S. in toxicology, pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related field
>1 year of experience in toxicological risk assessment, preferably in the medical device or pharmaceutical industries
Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and tools, such as QSAR modeling and read-across
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
Ability to conduct thorough literature searches
Preferred Qualifications:
M.S. or PhD in toxicology, pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related field
Strong knowledge of ISO 10993 standards and experience with chemical characterization and biocompatibility evaluations
Hands-on experience with in-vitro assay development and cell culture techniques
>3 years of experience in toxicological risk assessment, preferably in the medical device industry or pharmaceutical industry
Certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology (DABT) or similar professional credential
Familiarity with FDA and international regulatory submissions
Expected Compensation:
The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the following range. Your actual base pay will be determined by your job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. We also believe in aligning our employees' success with the company's long-term growth. As such, in addition to base salary, Neuralink offers equity compensation (in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSU)) for all full-time employees.
Base Salary Range:$71,000-$119,000 USD
What We Offer:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.
An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
Paid holidays
Commuter benefits
Meals provided
Equity (RSUs)
*Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
401(k) plan
*Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
Parental leave
*Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Flexible time off
*Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
$71k-119k yearly Auto-Apply 12d ago
Scientist
Laticrete International 4.0
Senior scientist job in Grand Prairie, TX
Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?
At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We've been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries.
The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut's top family-owned companies in 2017!
We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.
We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities, our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!
Just some of our benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Tuition reimbursement
12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
Flexible spending
Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the Scientist is responsible for independently formulating and conducting analytical tests in accordance with ANSI, ISO, International standards, ASTM procedures and/or other accepted methods. The Scientist is also responsible for designing complex chemical studies and experiments on organic and/or inorganic compounds for other chemists in the team. This role is also responsible for in-depth analysis of data and accurately reporting results. Scientists will demonstrate technical expertise and techniques in a specific area along with a complete understanding of projects. The scientist also demonstrates competency in planning research projects, production and Quality control. They are expected to train and work with chemists on assigned projects. Scientists are expected to use independent judgment within specific area to determine appropriate approach to project work. Additionally, they must identify new materials and develop quality control tests for new products and maintain working knowledge of all analytical equipment, procedures and techniques.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.
Design, Develop and Validate - (50%)
Under general supervision, formulate products to meet specified requirements.
Devise and conduct experiments to solve increasingly complex problems.
Evaluate and suggest new raw materials through increasing communication with raw material suppliers.
Review and perform competitive testing and analysis as required.
Maintain a clean working laboratory environment as well as properly working equipment. Ensure that all instruments that required periodic calibration and validation requirements do so per laboratory calibration/validation procedures.
Comply with all laboratory, company, state and federal safety regulations.
Provide Product Support - (20%)
Maintain cooperative, professional attitude with all LATICRETE employees and customers.
Support Technical Services requests to evaluate field complaints in specific area.
Support Operations in evaluating product inconsistencies & providing disposition
Participate in multi-disciplinary teams.
Communicate results within R&D, cross-functional departments and Stage Gate Review meetings.
Help organize and participate in field trials as required.
Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage, limitations, and needs.
Assist and guide the production scale-up of new products developed: Write batching formulas for the production department based upon completed and approved laboratory formulations. Follow process through to full commercialization.
Determine Quality Control parameters for product testing. Design Experiments for Chemists, review data and analyze results.
Data Analysis and Documentation - (10%)
Responsible for documenting all work via approved methods and sharing developments via occasional technical presentations.
Independently process, analyze, and interpret results and data in specific area.
Summarize ongoing work and findings to colleagues during department meetings.
Document work continuously according to standard practice.
Summarize all project work in a formal end report.
Mentor and Train New and Junior Team Members (20%)
Write work instructions for R&D related test procedures.
Help guide new and junior team members within the lab. Be a resource for escalations and problem solving.
Impart Company knowledge of policies and procedures to help them orient to the organization.
Consistently uphold Company culture through positive communications, managing conflict and fostering an open and constructive environment.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.
Education and Experience:
BS in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science or relevant Engineering discipline is required.
MS a plus.
8+ years of construction materials formulation experience with a proven track record of successful New Product Development, Scientific report writing, and skills in mentoring people.
Specialized Skills and Experience:
Experience formulating products in a research and development lab environment in a specific area of the construction industry.
Experience with Production/Operations, Product Management, QC, ISO processes, Analytical Chemistry, Product Development, Finance, Accounting and Marketing departments.
Must be familiar with the process of researching patents, writing invention disclosures, and other publications within the industry.
Demonstrated analytical ability in specific area, well organized, detail oriented, and systematic in documenting results.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in order to present and write reports.
Ability to organize and present results in a clear concise manner.
Must be able to analyze data independently and apply some specialized knowledge (e.g. DOE and statistical methods to solve problems).
Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task.
Computer skills: Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook and other specialty software systems as required.
Physical Requirements:
Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
Standing: Must be able to stand at least 50% of the day.
Sitting: Must be able to sit at least 50% of the day.
Travel:
Domestic travel may be required as needed
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$53k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Field R&D Lead Data Scientist - Industrial Focus
Cloud Software Group 3.9
Senior scientist job in Texas
About Spotfire
Spotfire is a business unit of Cloud Software Group, one of the largest enterprise software companies in the world. Spotfire empowers businesses to their digital destinations by interconnecting everything in real time and providing visual data science for everyone, from business users to data scientists. Our more than 10,000 customers include:
Majority of the top 10 Energy companies in the world
Majority of the top 10 Life Sciences companies in the world
7 of the world's top 10 Manufacturing companies
Several other major companies in banking, retail, and airlines
We're looking for people with a passion to make a big difference by doing the job they love - dynamic individuals willing to take the risks necessary to make big ideas come to life and who are comfortable collaborating in our creative, innovation-driven environment.
Overview
Our global Field R&D team is a central part of the company strategy. The team focuses on applied innovation, customer needs, and the community of data scientists. A portion of the team's creations will end up in our products to scale its impact. The team is responsible for enabling our client's competitiveness by improving ROI from their investment in Spotfire.
Operating across several sectors, our Field R&D Data Scientists have helped improve the drilling operations of several energy companies, built solutions for reducing fraud in financial trading, worked with NASA medical teams, helped increase yields at some of the biggest semiconductor companies, and initiated changes in California traffic laws.
We are looking for a Field R&D Lead Data Scientist with experience in industry verticals such as Energy, Manufacturing, or similar to join our team. The right candidate is seeking an opportunity to deliver hands-on prowess and thought leadership to grow our customer's analytical capabilities with Spotfire. You will join a team of highly collaborative individuals as a key team member and play a significant role in developing our capabilities. You will lead field-inspired R&D projects, represent the company at industry events and contribute to the active customer and partner community. You will participate in technical customer engagements by developing analytical deliverables using methods from exploratory analytics to machine learning, statistical modeling, and AI. You will see R&D projects through its inception, design, deployment, customer feedback, and publication.
Responsibilities
The position entails the following responsibilities:
Delve deep into energy, manufacturing, or similar types of analytical and data science challenges.
Engage with customers through presales support and post-sales success projects.
Perform and guide R&D topics in the field of applied machine learning and AI.
Example topics of research and projects include Large Language Models, digital twin, anomaly detection in time series, or mathematical modeling of manufacturing processes.
Create re usable data models, workflows and test suites in order to streamline project delivery.
Provide input into product management and engineering for the product roadmap.
Innovate in the areas of application and deployment of machine learning.
Tool Kit Development: create demos and templates with data science libraries.
Technical marketing: create white papers, blogs and content for the Spotfire user community.
Represent the team as a speaker or instructor in industry events and external conferences.
Participate in technical customer engagements through understanding Spotfire use cases, providing guidance, and building prototypes.
Collaborate with stakeholders on specific industry knowledge, analytics use cases and customer stories related to data science or machine learning in the Energy sector
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in advanced data analytics and delivery of demonstrations, projects, engagements or deployed software applications. Experience with applying advanced analytics such as machine learning and optimization techniques to large, complex and disparate data sources.
5+ years of experience in applying analytics to industry verticals such as Energy, Manufacturing, or similar.
Superior communication and storytelling skills with data. The ability to comfortably communicate with customers' senior industry personnel, provide compelling presentations and demonstrations of analytics software, and the business value of analytics projects demonstrating domain knowledge in a key Industry such as Manufacturing, Energy, Telecommunications, Financial Services, Healthcare, or Retail.
Capability to formulate a real-world problem into a mathematical equivalent, propose various solutions, compare and contrast them, deploy the solution, validate the results, and present the results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
5+ years of experience with Python or R and some knowledge of SQL. Some experience with other software environments e.g. Spotfire, Tableau, Qlikview, SPSS, KNIME, Azure, AWS and/or other data mining tools will be a plus.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify key areas for improvement and develop data-driven solutions to address them.
A Master's or higher degree in STEM (Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Science, or related analytical field of study) with graduate classes in statistics and data mining.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with other software components for data preparation and integration e.g. Data Virtualization and Big Data tools such as Snowflake or Databricks and/or further programming or scripting environments e.g. .Net, Java, IronPython, Javascript, C++ is a plus.
A PhD in STEM (Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Science, or related analytical field of study) with graduate classes in statistics and data mining.
Compensation may vary depending on your location, qualifications including job-related education, training, experience, licensure, and certification, that could result at a level outside of these ranges. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual bonus, and sales incentives depending on the terms of the applicable plan and role as well as individual performance.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cloud Software Group and the country where you work. U.S. based employees are typically offered access to healthcare, life insurance and disability benefits, 401(k) plan and company match, among others.
Compensation may vary depending on your location, qualifications including job-related education, training, experience, licensure, and certification, that could result at a level outside of these ranges. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including annual bonus, and sales incentives depending on the terms of the applicable plan and role as well as individual performance. NY generally ranges: $172,114-$258,172 CA generally ranges: $179,598-$269,396 All other locations fall under our General State range: $149,665-$224,497 Benefits may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cloud Software Group and the country where you work. U.S. based employees are typically offered access to healthcare, life insurance and disability benefits, 401(k) plan and company match, among others. This requisition has no specific deadline for completion.
About Us:
Cloud Software Group is one of the world's largest cloud solution providers, serving more than 100 million users around the globe. When you join Cloud Software Group, you are making a difference for real people, each of whom count on our suite of cloud-based products to get work done - from anywhere. Members of our team will tell you that we value passion for technology and the courage to take risks. Everyone is empowered to learn, dream, and build the future of work. We are on the brink of another Cambrian leap -- a moment of immense evolution and growth. And we need your expertise and experience to do it. Now is the perfect time to move your skills to the cloud.
Cloud Software Group is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation status), marital status, military service, protected veteran status, political activity or affiliation, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave and other protected classifications.
If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any part of the application process, please contact us via the Bridge portal for assistance.
$57k-85k yearly est. Auto-Apply 20d ago
Senior Vulnerability Researcher (Cyber254)
Research Innovations 3.8
Senior scientist job in San Antonio, TX
Research Innovations, Inc. (RII) is breaking through the big, slow, status quo with transformative technology that fundamentally changes and improves the world. We develop cutting-edge software for all levels of the government and military. Using agile development practices and user-centered design, we create innovative software solutions for complex real-world problems.
We are seeking a dedicated Vulnerability Researcher to join our Cyber Security team. As a Vulnerability Researcher at RII, you will play a pivotal role in solving unique and challenging problems for our esteemed Defense and Homeland Security customers. This position requires a proactive mindset, deep technical expertise in vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and exploit mitigations/bypasses, and a drive to live one of our core values: Get s#!t done.
This position requires an Active US Top Secret security clearance, and the ability to upgrade to TS/SCI Special Access Program access WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Conducting in-depth reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis across various architectures and platforms, including x86/64, ARM, PowerPC, and more
Researching and analyzing operating system and application internals, identifying and understanding security strengths and weaknesses of those systems
Developing and enhancing functionality by adding features and capabilities to undocumented interfaces
Modeling and analyzing in-memory compiled application behavior to identify potential vulnerabilities and improve security measures
Developing and understanding mobile/embedded systems and kernel modules, particularly related to vulnerability research
Participating actively in our extensive Vulnerability Research mentorship program, sharing knowledge and collaborating with colleagues
WHAT YOU HAVE DONE
Proficient understanding of wireless networking and associated security protocols, such as Wi-Fi (802.11), Bluetooth, or cellular networks (2G/3G/4G/5G). Familiarity with common vulnerabilities and attack vectors in wireless communication
Strong grasp of legacy exploit mitigations and bypass techniques, including but not limited to Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR), Data Execution Prevention (DEP/NX), Stack Cookies (Canaries), and Control Flow Integrity (CFI). Experience in identifying and circumventing these security measures
In-depth knowledge of both security and network fundamentals, such as cryptography, authentication, access control, and network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, etc.). Understanding the security implications and potential vulnerabilities associated with these concepts
Programming experience with both scripted languages (preferably Python3) and compiled languages (preferably C). Ability to write efficient and secure code for vulnerability research and exploit development purposes
Familiarity with low-level architectures such as x86, ARM, or MIPS. Understanding the underlying principles, instruction sets, and memory models of these architectures for vulnerability identification and analysis
Experience with operating system internals and implementations, including Windows, Linux, or mac OS. Knowledge of system structures, process management, memory management, and security mechanisms at the kernel level
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts and interact with customers and team members alike
EVEN BETTER
Experience with vulnerability research and reverse engineering of real-time operating systems (RTOS), such as FreeRTOS, QNX, or VxWorks. Understanding the unique security challenges and attack vectors specific to RTOS environments
Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Experience with software protection and binary armoring techniques, such as anti-debugging, code obfuscation, or tamper resistance. Understanding the methods employed to protect software from reverse engineering and vulnerability discovery
Proficiency in agile development methodologies, including Scrum or Kanban, for efficient collaboration and iterative development in a cybersecurity context
Familiarity with low-level iOS/Android development and associated security considerations, such as jailbreaking or rooting, application sandboxing, or secure interprocess communication (IPC)
Knowledge of hypervisors and their security implications, including virtualization-based security, guest escape vulnerabilities, or hypervisor-based rootkits
Proficiency in malware analysis, including static and dynamic analysis techniques, behavioral analysis, and code deobfuscation. Experience in identifying and analyzing malware samples to understand their capabilities and potential vulnerabilities
Experience with constraint solving techniques, such as symbolic execution, theorem proving, or model checking, for vulnerability identification, verification, and exploit generation
Background in machine learning, particularly in the context of vulnerability analysis and detection, such as using ML techniques to identify patterns in code or analyze network traffic for anomaly detection
At RII, we believe that diversity in our workforce is critical to our success. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger. We work to help your intellectual passions and creativity thrive. It's one of our core values: Let your geek flag fly.
We also offer all employees comprehensive benefits including: flexible work schedules, health insurance coverage, paid time off, 401k with a company match, paid parental leave, access to wellness programs and much more. You get this all from day one, and all paid for by RII.
It's all part of another of our core values: Stay human. It's why our comfortable and colorful offices such as our headquarters, include a community game room, pantry, massage chair, and an escape room, among other amenities. It's why we have community ambassadors and regular community events.
Research Innovations, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.
How much does a senior scientist earn in Lake Charles, LA?
The average senior scientist in Lake Charles, LA earns between $48,000 and $122,000 annually. This compares to the national average senior scientist range of $74,000 to $153,000.
Average senior scientist salary in Lake Charles, LA