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  • research scientist - RL

    Cerebro 3.3company rating

    Senior scientist job in San Francisco, CA

    Join a Leading Applied Research Lab Pushing the Boundaries of Reinforcement Learning Are you passionate about advancing the frontiers of reinforcement learning (RL)? An innovative AI research lab is seeking talented and ambitious scientists to shape the next generation of RL techniques-especially where they intersect with large models and environment generation. About the Role As an AI Research Scientist focused on RL, you will: Develop novel optimization-based methods for automated RL environment generation Establish baselines for evaluating the quality and diversity of RL environments Design infrastructure to create dynamic environments from historical datasets and agent evaluations Drive your own research agenda, contributing directly to the progress of our platform and the broader AI community What We're Looking For PhD (or equivalent experience) in machine learning, computer science or a related field Strong publication record and/or evidence of research impact (open source, deployed systems, etc.) Deep expertise in reinforcement learning and machine learning fundamentals Proficient in Python and at least one modern ML framework (such as PyTorch or JAX) Bonus Points Experience with post-training large language models (LLMs) Demonstrated software engineering skills Ability to communicate research findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
    $150k-251k yearly est. 21h ago
  • Research Scientist

    Kadence

    Senior scientist job in San Francisco, CA

    About the Company We are a seed-stage AI company building the industry standard for evaluating and benchmarking large language models on real enterprise tasks. About the Role As a Research Scientist, you will develop new benchmarks, methodologies, and evaluation pipelines that shape how cutting-edge models are assessed, compared, and deployed in production environments. Your work will directly influence model selection and safety decisions across foundation model labs, high-growth AI product companies, and Fortune-scale enterprises. Responsibilities Benchmarking & Model Analysis Evaluate newly released models as they launch (e.g., Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.) Run large-scale assessment workflows using internal evaluation infrastructure Compare model performance across enterprise-grade task categories Design New Benchmarks from Scratch Identify high-value model application domains through research exploration Construct datasets, including labeling strategy and workforce coordination Write short “white-paper-style” summaries explaining benchmark purpose, method, and findings Advance Automated Evaluation Methodologies Improve systems for scoring generated text beyond standard metrics Explore research in reference-free, rubric-based, and human-aligned evaluation Develop new techniques for reliability, consistency, and repeatability Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering to scale evaluation infra Partner with customers to refine evaluation relevance and task fit Influence product direction through research insights Qualifications 0-3 years post-grad experience (Master's, PhD, or equivalent applied research) Publications, preprints, or demos showing cutting-edge work Experience with diffusion models, NLP, multimodal, or benchmarking work Ability to operate independently with ambiguity Clean, maintainable research codebases Candidates from: top engineering/research universities applied AI startups well-regarded research internships Required Skills Built or contributed to a benchmark or evaluation methodology Experience in enterprise task model evaluation Stanford / top lab adjacency (per their historical hiring success) Preferred Skills Wants to publish as primary motivation Purely academic with slow timelines Big-tech culture fit concerns (Meta / Google / Salesforce specifically noted-but case-by-case) Pay range and compensation package Base Salary: up to $250K depending on background Equity: typically 0.3% - 0.5%, flexibility for exceptional candidates Rapid equity refresh possible based on impact Equal Opportunity Statement Visa sponsorship available. Relocation support. Health & dental coverage. Lunch + dinner provided, snacks & coffee. Unlimited PTO. Weekly happy hours with community guests. Team events (bowling, hiking, rock climbing, etc.). Swag program (hats, etc.). Work Environment & Culture In-person, San Francisco HQ (required). Core hours: 9-5, some teammates extend voluntarily. Most team members work 1 weekend day per week (flexible). High-ownership, low-ego, collaborative. Live demos Mondays, team lunch Thursdays, community Fridays. Early-stage pace, applied focus-not academic publishing. Tech Environment (while research-focused, exposure beneficial) Backend: Python / Django. Frontend: React + TypeScript. Infra: AWS. Evaluation frameworks + internal tooling. Why This Role Is Unique The company already collaborates with foundation model labs, high-growth AI vertical product companies, and Fortune 500 enterprises (not publicly facing). ChatGPT Vals AI $5M seed raised, runway of 2+ years at current burn. Only one research scientist is being hired-true founding impact. Opportunity to define industry standards for model trust, reliability, and certification. Positioned to become the rating agency for generative AI.
    $250k yearly 1d ago
  • AI/ML Scientist

    Saragossa

    Senior scientist job in San Mateo, CA

    AI/ML Scientist - Build the Future of Physics AI- $250,000 to $275,000 Salary You will be part researcher, part builder, part pioneer, someone who thrives at the intersection of machine learning and physics based simulation. The platform is built on massively scalable, cloud native simulation technology that makes it possible to run thousands of high fidelity simulations quickly and easily. This foundation unlocks something big, enabling the generation of large scale datasets that power the next generation of ML models across industries. You will be on the front lines of building and productizing new machine learning approaches for physics based problems, from CFD to thermal simulation. Your work will not just live in a paper, it will deliver measurable value to customers, shape new product capabilities, and push the boundaries of what is possible in Physics AI. You know that rush when your work goes from experiment to production, when the models perform, the results hold up, and you can see the impact firsthand? That is what this role is about. Ready to shape the future of Physics AI? Let's talk. No up to date resume required.
    $250k-275k yearly 2d ago
  • Research Scientist - Vision Data Infrastructure

    Storm3

    Senior scientist job in San Francisco, CA

    ⚡ Research Scientists/Engineers (all levels) 🔍 Focus on Vision Data Infrastructure 🤖 Fundamental AI Research Institute 🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA 💸 $250,000 - $600,000 salary + annual bonus Come join one of the only research institutions globally with resources to compete with top AI companies =>10s of 1000s of GPUs to explore state-of-the-art research in LLMs, Multimodal and Agentic AI. Currently seeking AI talent with expertise in building scalable pipelines for vision data to support both image/video generative training and multi-modal alignment. You'll design high-performance pipelines for large-scale image and video datasets, enabling efficient pretraining, alignment, and simulation-based data generation. Responsibilities: Vision Data Sourcing & Curation Collect and organize image and video data from open datasets and the web. Handle data cleaning, filtering, deduplication, and metadata generation. Ensure ethical and compliant data collection at scale. Processing & Augmentation Build high-throughput pipelines for vision data preprocessing (frame extraction, resolution normalization, format conversion, latent caching). Implement GPU-accelerated augmentation and distributed data loading (WebDataset, TFRecords, Parquet). Synthetic & Simulation-Based Data Generation Use simulation tools (e.g., Unreal Engine 5, Isaac Sim, Unity) to generate high-quality synthetic vision data. Create specialized datasets for VLM training, visual reasoning, and agent interaction. Requirements: Strong experience with data engineering, computer vision, or machine learning infrastructure. Expertise in building and scaling ETL/data pipelines for large unstructured datasets. Proficiency with Python, PyTorch, and distributed data frameworks (e.g., Ray, Spark, Dask). Experience with WebDataset, TFRecords, Parquet, or similar high-throughput data formats. Familiarity with GPU-accelerated preprocessing, NVIDIA DALI, or equivalent systems. Understanding of image/video codecs, data compression, and cloud storage optimization. Preferred Experience: Prior work with simulation-based or synthetic data generation using Unreal Engine, Isaac Sim, or Unity. Experience curating datasets for multimodal or vision-language model training. Knowledge of data ethics, privacy, and compliance frameworks for large-scale AI datasets. Experience contributing to open datasets or data-centric AI research. Why apply: Opportunity to join a fast-growing core team that are already pushing AI breakthroughs Highly competitive salary package Work alongside ambitious and bright superstars from tech and academia Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Relocation package available 🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA 📧 Interested in applying? Please click on the ‘Easy Apply' button or alternatively email me your resume at ************************
    $95k-160k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Research Scientist

    Goliath Partners

    Senior scientist job in San Francisco, CA

    We're working with a San Francisco client that's got a research team of 50~ professionals and looking to further expand it. They are specifically looking to flesh out their Research Group by hiring a Research Scientist on a hybrid basis. They have seen $300M in a recent fund raise. Skills targeted: PhD in Physics/ Quantum Physics/ Theory/ Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computational Science or similarly related field. 2+ YoE working with AI Agents. Good exposure to LLMs. Ideally a background in Audio focused research. Alternatively Search, would also be highly advantageous. TC package of $1-1,5M with sizeable base salary & equity package. If that looks of interest, apply & Goliath will be in touch!
    $95k-160k yearly est. 21h ago
  • Scientist: In Vivo Pharmacology

    Proclinical Staffing

    Senior scientist job in Palo Alto, CA

    Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology - Permanent - Palo Alto, CA Where curiosity meets purpose-join us in shaping the future of science. Primary Responsibilities: Proclinical is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic Scientist to support in vivo research on our cutting-edge pipeline and discovery programs. You will be involved in the preparation and execution of murine animal experiments and the collation of data. The Scientist of In Vivo Pharmacology will: Preparation for and execution of translational experiments such as in vivo pharmacology and disease model experiments, including experiments in knockout and transgenic mice Animal handling during murine experiments, and handling of murine tissues resulting from animal experiments Management of relationships with third-party vendors on mouse breeding and shipping Identification, ordering, organization, storage, and proper disposal of laboratory reagents required for studies In collaboration with the Laboratory Biology team, aid in maintaining laboratory space and inventory Recording and filing data, preparing technical reports, and study summaries Report progress of projects in a timely and concise manner to supervisor May independently lead the development and implementation of new assays to support research projects; may independently execute experiments and perform data analyses of moderate complexity; may have responsibility for specific method or study. Occasionally provides assistance to and/or mentoring other technical staff, new research staff or interns Manages personal experimental timelines to meet project and personal goals Presents findings at the scientist, department, and site-level. Function as part of a collaborative team to support research needs Contribute to the optimal functioning of the research team, including implementation of new tools and technologies. Skills & Requirements: S. and 7+ years of laboratory experience (academic and/or industry) or M.S. with 5+ years of laboratory experience (academic and/or industry) Degree must be in a life sciences discipline, preferably cellular and/or molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or microbiology/immunology 3+ years of hands-on experience with in vivo murine research required, with mouse pharmacology and inflammation disease model experiments highly desired Experience in experimental techniques such as handling of animal tissue, cell culture, qRT-PCR, flow cytometry, and ELISAs/MSDs is required Experience in immunology research, including research with primary immune cells, would be valuable Must be highly organized, punctual, and precise both in regards to performing laboratory experiments as well as maintenance of the laboratory space. Ability to work independently and occasionally during non-traditional work hours as may be required by some experiments and will need to be comfortable in a laboratory and animal facility setting. Possesses effective problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills Experience with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and other commonly used computer applications (Zoom, MS Teams, Box, etc.) Clear and effective communicator across verbal, written, and interpersonal settings If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page. Proclinical is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. Proclinical is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. By submitting this application, you confirm that you've read and understood our privacy policy, which informs you how we process and safeguard your data - https://www.proclinical.com/privacy-policy
    $104k-165k yearly est. 21h ago
  • Staff Applied Scientist

    Alibaba.com

    Senior scientist job in Sunnyvale, CA

    About our team: Our team is dedicated to revolutionizing B2B e-commerce through the development of a groundbreaking AI search product. Leveraging cutting-edge LLM technology, we're creating a brand new AI search engine and streamline the entire purchasing process for B2B customers. Responsibilities ● Deliver full projects by defining the data structure, framework, design, and evaluation metrics for AI solution development and implementation. ● Develop and deploy Large Language Models (LLMs) to empower search and agent systems for a variety of applications. ● Identify new and upcoming product innovation areas by interacting with potential external and internal collaborators. ● Identify undefined problems in existing technology and engage stakeholders and leaders to address them. Qualifications ● PhD, Master's, or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields. ● Ability to implement and verify state-of-the-art NLP or Computer Vision algorithms. ● Experience in successfully applying machine learning approaches to real-world personalization problems. ● Experience with building large language models. ● Knowledge of statistical methods, with strong mathematical skills. ● Excellent problem-solving and programming skills in Python. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $196,500/year and $325,500/year. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
    $92k-153k yearly est. 21h ago
  • R&D Principal Scientist

    M2 Ingredients 4.5company rating

    Senior scientist job in Vista, CA

    This is a hybrid position, located in Vista, CA. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time. About the Company We are passionate about our mission to harness the amazing power of mushrooms for healthier lives. M2 Ingredients is the leading vertically integrated organic functional mushroom solution provider in the Western Hemisphere. We grow our portfolio of functional mushrooms indoors in our controlled, state-of-the-art facility in Vista, CA. M2 Ingredients sells its functional ingredients to global brands in the supplement, beverage and food channels. M2 Ingredients was founded in 2010 by Sandra Carter, a health and wellness expert with a PhD in preventative medicine, and Steve Farrar, a mycologist with over 30 years of experience in growing mushrooms. Both founders are active in the business. Position Summary: The R&D Principal Scientist will lead projects for testing method development & optimization for the M2 Ingredient business. The R&D Principal Scientist will be charged to lead projects related to the improvements of the M2 ingredient portfolio to improve the ingredients potency and bioavailability through strain selection, growth conditions, bioactive compound testing method development and ingredient processing. The R&D Principal Scientist will also participate in the operational readiness to ramp up and launch new ingredients on time, with a high level of quality and maximum customer availability. A successful R&D Principal Scientist is a creative and collaborative partner, is driven, organized, and detail oriented and is thoughtful and effective in problem solving and responding to the customer's needs. Position Responsibilities Collaborate with external labs to optimize and develop analytical methods to strengthen the M2 Ingredients product specifications. Develop and validate through testing the Finish Product Specifications of each new ingredient as it relates to the functional and nutritional benefits of the product. Support the FSQA team in investigation that involves testing method viability and accuracy. Actively participate in new ingredient development, from discovery and initial feasibility assessment to product qualification, business evaluation and commercialization such as new strain development to create ingredient specification that are more competitive in the marketplace. Contribute new ideas within the cross-functional team that drives the innovation pipeline at M2 Ingredients through scientific and technical insights. Ensure projects meet deadlines, quality and regulatory standards from ideation to full scale production by engaging the cross functional team on the project timeline and keeping the team informed and accountable throughout the development phases. Collaborate with CSO and Mycology team on creating patent filing submission dossiers and contribute to patent strategy. Qualifications M.Sc. in chemistry, biochemistry or other relevant science degrees. 5 + years of experience in the functional ingredients, dietary supplements or functional food industry in product development role including experience formulating, leading plant trials and production start-up. Laboratory experience or experience interpreting results for the following analytical methods an asset: mass spectrometry, DNA sequencing, chromatography, antibody assays. Experience managing external laboratories and contract research organization Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to prioritize and organize workload to ensure timely delivery of tasks. Passion for product testing, food science and safety and quality in the food industry. Exceptional ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently and effectively by providing appropriate solutions. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This full-time role will receive a competitive salary + benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k match. This position's anticipated annual pay range is $120,000 - $140,000 plus an annual bonus. Various factors are considered when determining an individual's compensation-including a candidate's professional background, education, certifications, experience, professional licenses, and location. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed. We neither ask for nor consider the salary history of applicants. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LOCATION M2 Ingredients is located in Vista, CA (about 35 miles north of San Diego and 60 south of Orange County). This position requires you to work full time, on-site in our Vista, CA location minimum of 3 days per week.
    $120k-140k yearly 2d ago
  • R&D Principal Scientist

    Scientific Search

    Senior scientist job in Vista, CA

    Join a mission-driven team transforming the future of functional wellness through science. As the R&D Principal Scientist with my client, you'll lead innovation that enhances ingredient potency, bioavailability, and analytical rigor-directly influencing how cutting-edge mushroom solutions reach global brands. This is a high-impact role where your technical vision will shape tomorrow's products. Why You Should Apply Lead advanced analytical method development and ingredient optimization Drive innovation from early discovery through full commercialization Collaborate with visionary scientific, mycology, and cross-functional teams Competitive salary range: $120,000-$140,000 + annual bonus Robust medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) match & more What You'll Be Doing Partner with external labs to refine analytical methods and strengthen specifications Validate functional and nutritional product attributes for new ingredients Support FSQA investigations through method testing and viability assessments Contribute to innovation pipeline via scientific insights and feasibility evaluations Manage project timelines from R&D ideation to full-scale production Collaborate on patent dossier creation and intellectual property strategy About You M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline Strong background in functional ingredients, supplements, or functional foods Familiarity with analytical platforms such as mass spectrometry, DNA sequencing, or chromatography Skilled at managing external labs and CRO relationships Organized, solutions-focused, and effective in cross-functional environments How To Apply We'd love to see your resume, but we don't need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to ************************** and tell me why you're interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19648.
    $120k-140k yearly 2d ago
  • Decision Scientist

    Fractal 4.2company rating

    Senior scientist job in Sunnyvale, CA

    Senior Decision Scientist Fractal is a strategic AI partner to Fortune 500 companies with a vision to power every human decision in the enterprise. Fractal is building a world where individual choices, freedom, and diversity are the greatest assets. An ecosystem where human imagination is at the heart of every decision. Where no possibility is written off, only challenged to get better. We believe that a true Fractalite is the one who empowers imagination with intelligence. Fractal has been featured as a Great Place to Work by The Economic Times in partnership with the Great Place to Work Institute and recognized as a ‘Cool Vendor' and a ‘Vendor to Watch' by Gartner. Please visit Fractal | Intelligence for Imagination for more information about Fractal Position Overview: Fractal is looking for a proactive and driven Senior Decision Scientist to join our Decision Science Consulting team in the San Francisco, CA area. In this role, you will help power measurable outcomes for leading technology organizations, leveraging cutting edge GenAI, Data Science, Engineering and Behavioral Science capabilities This is a perfect opportunity for someone, who is looking to combine best-in-class data science and analytics skills, strong problem-solving, effective communication and thought leadership to help our clients solve their most strategic business problems Responsibilities: Drive business decision making by deeply analyzing clickstream and other structured data, building machine learning/ statistical models to uncover actionable insights, and developing presentations to communicate the findings and recommendations Manage project roadmap by discussing potential analytics ideas, prioritizing based on estimated benefit vs. effort, documenting and planning for risks and blockers and periodically sharing status updates Contribute to the analytical foundations by documenting data and business understanding, sharing knowledge with broader team and coming up with new opportunities such as automating repetitive tasks, researching and applying new approaches/ techniques and bringing in ideas from other disciplines such as consumer psychology, brand, economics, competitive analysis, etc. Qualifications: Bachelors or equivalent experience in statistics, computer science, engineering, informatics, data science, or related field; additional business degree is a plus 8+ years of data science/ analytics experience with demonstrable hands-on expertise 3+ years of leading complex projects working with (or supervising) analysts, data scientists, AI engineers, designers, etc. Familiarity or natural interest towards management activities (project management, product management, team management) is strongly preferred Excellent communication and presentation skills are a must Strong proficiency with data manipulation is required (SQL + Python) Strong familiarity with ML development and testing in Python is required Must display strong learning agility to know the latest and greatest techniques across Statistics, ML and GenAI (Preferred) Demonstrated experience working with digital marketing functions e.g. purchase funnel optimization, digital product enhancement, email/ push marketing, etc. Hands-on experience in one, or more of the following is strongly preferred: regression, classification, clustering, time series forecasting, NLP Familairity with Adobe Analytics and Snowflake is a plus Salary Range: $130,000 - $155,000 (bonus and benefit eligible) Fractal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
    $104k-149k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Product Development Scientist

    Notco

    Senior scientist job in San Jose, CA

    We are a group of people united by a strong purpose. We want you to get to know us, and Giuseppe, our very own artificial intelligence. We love good food, but above all, we love the planet, and that's why, to protect it, we reinvent the food industry, one delicious bite at a time, elevating what we eat, through our technology and based on plants. Our recipe has three mega-important components: science, technology, and of course, disruptive talents who work daily to create a better future. At NotCo we are not and do not seek to be the perfect company, but rather the right one. We are here to produce changes, and that is why we dare, fail, and sometimes achieve incredible successes. We are currently looking for a Product Development Scientist for our NotCo B2B Research & Development located in San Francisco, California, requiring an active on-site presence. This position will report to our R&D Sr. Team Lead and the incumbent will work cross-functionally to ensure R&D activities are successfully deployed locally. Responsible for the: Independently conducts day-to-day product development activities as directed by the manager across multiple projects. This includes supporting activities related to the full product lifecycle process (from product concept to successful commercial launch as needed)and supporting process development, scale-up and technology transfer Supports the design and execution of bench-top tests, pilot-plant trials and full-scale formulations to deliver high-quality food products that meet and exceed the sensory, cost, and other performance targets Proactively proposes and uses sensory and analytical analysis to guide and validate the development process Maintains detailed documentation, experiment tracking and outcomes, and documents finished goods and ingredient specifications Provides feedback to project lead regarding relevant technical and process information Communicates proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams, clearly articulating perspectives and trade-offs related to new product development goals Utilizes NotCo's proprietary AI technology to develop and improve food products Supports formula validation activities as well as process development, scale-up and technology transfer Engages in client communications and workshops, bringing technical Maintains detailed documentation across all R&D activities in a timely manner Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Engineering in Biotechnology or a similar discipline. 2 + years of Food R&D experience is desired, preferably across both food and beverage categories. Be agile, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic and changing culture; works relentlessly to overachieve, anticipate obstacles, and create plans to overcome them. Adapts easily to changing priorities and direction based on new project learnings and team priorities. Demonstrated competency to effectively communicate (oral & written) cross-functionally with solid collaboration skills. Comfortable in client-facing situations and able to communicate complex topics clearly and simply. Excel in a startup environment, is excited to create new procedures and processes from scratch and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset. Be a problem solver, have a general manager mindset, and take the initiative to get the job done Possess strong planning, project management, and execution skills, and the ability to articulate where and how you have used them. Rigorous data-driven/analytical capability and ability and presence to present data effectively to a leadership team Work well in teams and cross-functional groups in a matrixed environment, both regionally and globally Possesses strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel Authorization to work in the U.S. is required Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including international travel and extended trips. NotCo is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
    $65k-75k yearly 2d ago
  • Diagnostic Scientist II

    Mission Support and Test Services

    Senior scientist job in North Las Vegas, NV

    Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site's Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today. + MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more. + MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc. **Responsiblities** Do you want to be a part of a national security mission that conducts research and development? Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Scientist to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide diagnostic fielding and development support in a national laboratory environment. The Stockpile Experimentation & Operations (SEO) organization is looking for a highly motivated Diagnostic Scientist to collaborate in design, development, characterization, and fielding of diagnostics systems on high stake weapons physics experiments conducted at the Principal Underground Laboratory for Subcritical Experimentation (PULSE) Complex and other facilities located at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). This Diagnostic Scientist will report primarily to the NNSS and support deployment efforts for a wide variety of diagnostic detection and recording systems, with an emphasis on theory and practical applications of diagnostics systems such as interferometry and radiographic imaging systems. **Key Responsibilities** + Work alongside a team of Scientists, Engineers, and Technicians in the development and deployment of optical, electrical, and laser diagnostic acquisition systems. + Responsible for operating diagnostic equipment such as interferometers, optical imaging equipment, oscilloscopes, lasers, function generators, delay generators, fiber optic inspection and cleaning equipment, optical time domain reflectometers, etc. + Provides support for execution of program/project activities and data collection (i.e., classified systems/networks, diagnostics, x-rays, and laser systems). + Contribute to the research and development of new interferometry diagnostics and/or refine current systems to increase data fidelity + Works with peers and other disciplines to coordinate project execution compliance. + Alone or as a member of a team, participate in researching, extracting, analyzing and compiling technical data. + Author reports, graphs, proposals, studies and correspondence related to project work. + Assists in preliminary engineering analysis, conceptual design and engineering calculations. + Assists in and reviews project design and technical documents. + Performs drafting assignments, revises prints and prepares sketches. + Participate in long term scheduling meetings to prioritize and deconflict activities required to maintain experimental execution. + May serve as a Work Package Manager (WPM) with responsibilities to include planning, preparing, and maintaining a budget that supports NNSS Diagnostic fielding. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** + **Minimum Education and Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in a calculus-based (STEM) field, plus at least 2 years' relevant experience. _Skill building experience must demonstrate either deeper technical specialization or additional cross-disciplinary knowledge. Graduate research experience may be recognized._ + Academic background in Physics, with a focus in Optics and Photonics preferred. + Demonstrated experience with theory and practical applications of electro-optical diagnostic systems is preferred. + Experience with the installation and operation of interferometry systems plus. + Experience planning, preparing, and managing a budget is a plus. + Understanding of data analysis or engineering software such as MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, SolidWorks, or Creo is a plus. + Working knowledge of office software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. + Ability to work underground required. + Ability to function in a team environment, as they will regularly interface with team members, other teams and outside organizations including Scientists, Engineers, Technicians, and Designers. + Ability to effectively deal with pressures of deadlines and multiple tasks. + Ability to work under minimal supervision on a dynamic multidisciplinary project with simultaneous commitments to performance, cost, and schedule. + Must have good work ethic, be motivated to succeed, and be a self-starter. + Occasional travel required. + The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada). + Work schedule for this position will be 4/10's, Monday-Thursday (subject to change). + Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. + Must possess a valid driver's license. MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2 (**************************************************************************************** , "Personnel Security". If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted. **Department of Energy Q Clearance** (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4 (*************************************************************************************************************** , "Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites," will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709 (************************************************************************************ , "Counterintelligence Evaluation Program." MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace. Annual salary range for this position is: $81,307.20 - $121,971.20. Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
    $81.3k-122k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Diagnostic Scientist II

    Nevada National Security Sites

    Senior scientist job in North Las Vegas, NV

    Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site's Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today. MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more. MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc. Minimum Education and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a calculus-based (STEM) field, plus at least 2 years' relevant experience. Skill building experience must demonstrate either deeper technical specialization or additional cross-disciplinary knowledge. Graduate research experience may be recognized. Academic background in Physics, with a focus in Optics and Photonics preferred. Demonstrated experience with theory and practical applications of electro-optical diagnostic systems is preferred. Experience with the installation and operation of interferometry systems plus. Experience planning, preparing, and managing a budget is a plus. Understanding of data analysis or engineering software such as MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, SolidWorks, or Creo is a plus. Working knowledge of office software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Ability to work underground required. Ability to function in a team environment, as they will regularly interface with team members, other teams and outside organizations including Scientists, Engineers, Technicians, and Designers. Ability to effectively deal with pressures of deadlines and multiple tasks. Ability to work under minimal supervision on a dynamic multidisciplinary project with simultaneous commitments to performance, cost, and schedule. Must have good work ethic, be motivated to succeed, and be a self-starter. Occasional travel required. The primary work location will be at the Nevada National Security Site (located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada). Work schedule for this position will be 4/10's, Monday-Thursday (subject to change). Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Must possess a valid driver's license. MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2, “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted. Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4, “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709, “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.” MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace. Annual salary range for this position is: $81,307.20 - $121,971.20. Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity. Do you want to be a part of a national security mission that conducts research and development? Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Scientist to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide diagnostic fielding and development support in a national laboratory environment. The Stockpile Experimentation & Operations (SEO) organization is looking for a highly motivated Diagnostic Scientist to collaborate in design, development, characterization, and fielding of diagnostics systems on high stake weapons physics experiments conducted at the Principal Underground Laboratory for Subcritical Experimentation (PULSE) Complex and other facilities located at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). This Diagnostic Scientist will report primarily to the NNSS and support deployment efforts for a wide variety of diagnostic detection and recording systems, with an emphasis on theory and practical applications of diagnostics systems such as interferometry and radiographic imaging systems. Key Responsibilities Work alongside a team of Scientists, Engineers, and Technicians in the development and deployment of optical, electrical, and laser diagnostic acquisition systems. Responsible for operating diagnostic equipment such as interferometers, optical imaging equipment, oscilloscopes, lasers, function generators, delay generators, fiber optic inspection and cleaning equipment, optical time domain reflectometers, etc. Provides support for execution of program/project activities and data collection (i.e., classified systems/networks, diagnostics, x-rays, and laser systems). Contribute to the research and development of new interferometry diagnostics and/or refine current systems to increase data fidelity Works with peers and other disciplines to coordinate project execution compliance. Alone or as a member of a team, participate in researching, extracting, analyzing and compiling technical data. Author reports, graphs, proposals, studies and correspondence related to project work. Assists in preliminary engineering analysis, conceptual design and engineering calculations. Assists in and reviews project design and technical documents. Performs drafting assignments, revises prints and prepares sketches. Participate in long term scheduling meetings to prioritize and deconflict activities required to maintain experimental execution. May serve as a Work Package Manager (WPM) with responsibilities to include planning, preparing, and maintaining a budget that supports NNSS Diagnostic fielding. Perform other duties as assigned.
    $81.3k-122k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Scientist / Nuclear Weapons SME

    Global Engineering & Technology, Inc. (Get 3.9company rating

    Senior scientist job in North Las Vegas, NV

    Job Description IS 100% ON-SITE IN GERMANTOWN, MARYLAND. Global Engineering & Technology (GET) is seeking a Nuclear Weapons Subject Matter Expert (SME) with expertise in nuclear weapon science to support the Department of Energy's Office of Classification in Germantown, Maryland. This is a highly compensated full-time position with benefits, with work performed primarily at the DOE facility in Germantown, Maryland . This long-term position provides relocation support to the Germantown area for those who live outside of the DMV (region encompassing the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia). Salary Range: Compensation for this position will range from $175,000 to $190,000 per year, depending on qualifications. Duties: This position requires expert-level knowledge to advise senior DOE management on current technical issues related to the SME's area of expertise in nuclear weapons research (e.g., nuclear weapon design, materials science research, stockpile management, special nuclear materials production, developments relating to improvised nuclear devices, or other areas of expertise) This leadership and policy guidance position requires the ability to lead working groups and develop white papers and presentations This senior professional prepares classification guidance and classification/declassification policy documents and guides in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, DOE Orders, and DOE Office of Classification procedures for Restricted Data (RD), Formerly Restricted Data (FRD), National Security Information (NSI), and Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information (UCNI), including but not limited to the technical areas described below Requirements Security Clearance : Candidate MUST be a United States citizen and have a current DoD Top Secret security clearance or DOE Q security clearance Education and Experience: Applicant MUST have earned an advanced degree in nuclear engineering or a physical science Applicant MUST have hands-on nuclear weapon science experience This position requires excellent writing and verbal communication skills. The individual must demonstrate the ability to read and understand written English at or above academic grade 15 (Nelson Denny reading assessment). Minimum of ten (10) years' total field experience in the subject area of nuclear weapons is required. Hands-on experience with nuclear weapons-related matters such as any of the following is highly valued: Computer Codes and Simulation Tools Nuclear Weapon Design Weapon Science Use Control and other surety aspects of nuclear weapons Knowledge of Improvised Nuclear Devices (INDs) Advanced understanding of Radiation Exposure Devices and Radiological Dispersal Devices, including their basic science and technological principles Expert knowledge of programs such as Second Line of Defense to interdict nuclear materials Hands-on knowledge of computer code development to support the nuclear weapon complex is desirable, as is experience with XML computer language Experience working with DOE / NNSA / DoD / DHS / NRC and the national nuclear weapon laboratories The following are also highly valued: Expertise in Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) Experience teaching and developing testing and educational materials for subjects such as IND or ICF is highly desirable Benefits We provide exceptional benefits to our full-time employees ( spouse/family coverage option is available at a company-subsidized rate ). Benefits include: Medical Plan Options With UnitedHealthcare Dental Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Life Insurance AD&D Insurance Generous 401(k) Match All benefits are effective on day one of employment. Global Engineering & Technology, Inc. (GET) does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
    $175k-190k yearly 13d ago
  • Junior Air Scientist

    Weston Solutions Inc. 4.5company rating

    Senior scientist job in Las Vegas, NV

    At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston has continued to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future. Weston is seeking an Associate Air Scientist for scheduled, and time-critical responses to site-related environmental issues, including disaster/emergency response, environmental investigations and remedial alternative analysis. The Scientist is expected to be knowledgeable of the calibration, maintenance, deployment, use and data collection for handheld, portable and transportable air sampling and monitoring devices. With senior level oversight, he/she will develop and implement sampling/monitoring and data collection plans. Experience in the implementation of multi-media, multi-matrix sampling techniques is also required. Location: Las Vegas, NV Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * This position requires a minimum of a B.S. Degree and 6 years of recent and relevant experience with air sampling/monitoring protocols. * Knowledge of the calibration, maintenance, deployment, use and data collection for handheld, portable and transportable air sampling and monitoring devices. * With senior level oversight, develop and implement sampling/monitoring and data collection plans. * Experience in the implementation of multimedia, multi-matrix sampling techniques. * Collecting samples for field screening and/or laboratory analysis (soil, groundwater, and surface water). * Responding to releases of oil and hazardous materials and providing assessment and contractor oversight services. * Assist in environmental site assessments consistent with US EPA standards. * Providing oversight and sampling during the installation of soil boring and well monitoring. * Overseeing remedial excavation activities. * Installing and operating remediation systems and conducting in-situ remediation. * Manage analytical data (tabulation, QA/QC and evaluation of data). * Preparing plans/maps/boring logs; and assisting with writing technical reports, work plans, etc. Preferred Skills: * Knowledgeable in field instrumentation i.e. the use of various air monitoring and multi-media sampling instruments. Abilities include calibration of field instruments, implementation in field, and interpretation of results. * Experience with Geoprobe sampling; various drilling methods including HSA, ARCH, mud rotary and multimedia sampling. * Familiarity with the Incident Command System (ICS) 100-800. Completion of ICS courses a plus. * 40-Hour HAZWOPER * Able to work in Levels C/B Expected Outcomes: * Duties will include being readily available to respond at a moment's notice, and periodic field assignments nationwide. * Calibration and maintenance of a variety of multi-media monitoring and sampling equipment. * Document field activities and prepared daily and final reports. * In-field multimedia sampling. * Proficient in the writing of technical documents and plans. * Use level D-A PPE to make entries into potentially hazardous areas. Technical and Operational Scope: * Exercises judgment on applicability of methods and approaches in use and determines best approaches to problem solving when standard procedures are inadequate. * Determines best method of data gathering, database management, and analysis of data to achieve goals. * Consults with outside specialists to obtain most accurate and timely data possible while meeting project specifications and timetables. * Prepare reports on methods and procedures as part of overall project. * Maintain preparedness for immediate mobilization. * Produces quality samples and sampling techniques from which sound scientific data can be drawn into relevant and pertinent evaluation reports to the client's satisfaction. * Provides completed projects including draft and final reports within the established budget and schedule. * Provides accurate identification of specimens and/or sound ecological assessment and evaluations. We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families. * Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions. * Paid time off includes personal, holiday and parental. * Life and disability plans. * Critical illness and accident plans. * Work/Life flexibility. * Professional development opportunities. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.
    $49k-68k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
  • research scientist - RL

    Cerebro 3.3company rating

    Senior scientist job in Fremont, CA

    Join a Leading Applied Research Lab Pushing the Boundaries of Reinforcement Learning Are you passionate about advancing the frontiers of reinforcement learning (RL)? An innovative AI research lab is seeking talented and ambitious scientists to shape the next generation of RL techniques-especially where they intersect with large models and environment generation. About the Role As an AI Research Scientist focused on RL, you will: Develop novel optimization-based methods for automated RL environment generation Establish baselines for evaluating the quality and diversity of RL environments Design infrastructure to create dynamic environments from historical datasets and agent evaluations Drive your own research agenda, contributing directly to the progress of our platform and the broader AI community What We're Looking For PhD (or equivalent experience) in machine learning, computer science or a related field Strong publication record and/or evidence of research impact (open source, deployed systems, etc.) Deep expertise in reinforcement learning and machine learning fundamentals Proficient in Python and at least one modern ML framework (such as PyTorch or JAX) Bonus Points Experience with post-training large language models (LLMs) Demonstrated software engineering skills Ability to communicate research findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
    $150k-250k yearly est. 21h ago
  • Research Scientist

    Kadence

    Senior scientist job in Sunnyvale, CA

    About the Company We are a seed-stage AI company building the industry standard for evaluating and benchmarking large language models on real enterprise tasks. About the Role As a Research Scientist, you will develop new benchmarks, methodologies, and evaluation pipelines that shape how cutting-edge models are assessed, compared, and deployed in production environments. Your work will directly influence model selection and safety decisions across foundation model labs, high-growth AI product companies, and Fortune-scale enterprises. Responsibilities Benchmarking & Model Analysis Evaluate newly released models as they launch (e.g., Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.) Run large-scale assessment workflows using internal evaluation infrastructure Compare model performance across enterprise-grade task categories Design New Benchmarks from Scratch Identify high-value model application domains through research exploration Construct datasets, including labeling strategy and workforce coordination Write short “white-paper-style” summaries explaining benchmark purpose, method, and findings Advance Automated Evaluation Methodologies Improve systems for scoring generated text beyond standard metrics Explore research in reference-free, rubric-based, and human-aligned evaluation Develop new techniques for reliability, consistency, and repeatability Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with engineering to scale evaluation infra Partner with customers to refine evaluation relevance and task fit Influence product direction through research insights Qualifications 0-3 years post-grad experience (Master's, PhD, or equivalent applied research) Publications, preprints, or demos showing cutting-edge work Experience with diffusion models, NLP, multimodal, or benchmarking work Ability to operate independently with ambiguity Clean, maintainable research codebases Candidates from: top engineering/research universities applied AI startups well-regarded research internships Required Skills Built or contributed to a benchmark or evaluation methodology Experience in enterprise task model evaluation Stanford / top lab adjacency (per their historical hiring success) Preferred Skills Wants to publish as primary motivation Purely academic with slow timelines Big-tech culture fit concerns (Meta / Google / Salesforce specifically noted-but case-by-case) Pay range and compensation package Base Salary: up to $250K depending on background Equity: typically 0.3% - 0.5%, flexibility for exceptional candidates Rapid equity refresh possible based on impact Equal Opportunity Statement Visa sponsorship available. Relocation support. Health & dental coverage. Lunch + dinner provided, snacks & coffee. Unlimited PTO. Weekly happy hours with community guests. Team events (bowling, hiking, rock climbing, etc.). Swag program (hats, etc.). Work Environment & Culture In-person, San Francisco HQ (required). Core hours: 9-5, some teammates extend voluntarily. Most team members work 1 weekend day per week (flexible). High-ownership, low-ego, collaborative. Live demos Mondays, team lunch Thursdays, community Fridays. Early-stage pace, applied focus-not academic publishing. Tech Environment (while research-focused, exposure beneficial) Backend: Python / Django. Frontend: React + TypeScript. Infra: AWS. Evaluation frameworks + internal tooling. Why This Role Is Unique The company already collaborates with foundation model labs, high-growth AI vertical product companies, and Fortune 500 enterprises (not publicly facing). ChatGPT Vals AI $5M seed raised, runway of 2+ years at current burn. Only one research scientist is being hired-true founding impact. Opportunity to define industry standards for model trust, reliability, and certification. Positioned to become the rating agency for generative AI.
    $250k yearly 1d ago
  • Research Scientist

    Goliath Partners

    Senior scientist job in San Jose, CA

    We're working with a San Francisco client that's got a research team of 50~ professionals and looking to further expand it. They are specifically looking to flesh out their Research Group by hiring a Research Scientist on a hybrid basis. They have seen $300M in a recent fund raise. Skills targeted: PhD in Physics/ Quantum Physics/ Theory/ Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computational Science or similarly related field. 2+ YoE working with AI Agents. Good exposure to LLMs. Ideally a background in Audio focused research. Alternatively Search, would also be highly advantageous. TC package of $1-1,5M with sizeable base salary & equity package. If that looks of interest, apply & Goliath will be in touch!
    $95k-160k yearly est. 21h ago
  • Senior R&D Scientist - Atmospheric Water Harvesting

    Scientific Search

    Senior scientist job in Irvine, CA

    Join a trailblazing startup founded by a renowned Professor in transforming the future of water and air. As a Senior R&D Scientist, you'll be at the heart of pioneering technologies for atmospheric water harvesting and CO2 capture, driving innovations that make a global impact. Why You Should Apply Lead cutting-edge research in atmospheric water harvesting. Competitive salary and benefits package. Collaborate with top-tier scientists and engineers. Play a crucial role in the commercialization of breakthrough technologies. Contribute to sustainability and environmental solutions. What You'll Be Doing: Work with the head of Product Engineering to scale up MOF/COF-based technologies. Collaborate with R&D scientists on technical and functional specifications. Design and develop heat management systems, optimizing components like heat exchangers and thermal storage. Scale technologies from prototype to commercial stage. Optimize system parameters to enhance performance, efficiency, and safety. Evaluate and manage sourcing of materials and components. Set up QC/QA processes and procedures for production. Maintain detailed electronic notebooks and contribute to intellectual property. Report periodically to management and participate in technical meetings. About You: PhD in mechanical engineering or a similar field with a strong research background. Proficient in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. Over 5 years of industrial R&D experience. Skilled in designing system-level prototypes and using simulation tools. Familiar with health and safety procedures in production. Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills. How To Apply We'd love to see your resume, but we don't need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to *********************** and tell us why you're interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19433.
    $103k-155k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Product Development Scientist

    Notco

    Senior scientist job in Fremont, CA

    We are a group of people united by a strong purpose. We want you to get to know us, and Giuseppe, our very own artificial intelligence. We love good food, but above all, we love the planet, and that's why, to protect it, we reinvent the food industry, one delicious bite at a time, elevating what we eat, through our technology and based on plants. Our recipe has three mega-important components: science, technology, and of course, disruptive talents who work daily to create a better future. At NotCo we are not and do not seek to be the perfect company, but rather the right one. We are here to produce changes, and that is why we dare, fail, and sometimes achieve incredible successes. We are currently looking for a Product Development Scientist for our NotCo B2B Research & Development located in San Francisco, California, requiring an active on-site presence. This position will report to our R&D Sr. Team Lead and the incumbent will work cross-functionally to ensure R&D activities are successfully deployed locally. Responsible for the: Independently conducts day-to-day product development activities as directed by the manager across multiple projects. This includes supporting activities related to the full product lifecycle process (from product concept to successful commercial launch as needed)and supporting process development, scale-up and technology transfer Supports the design and execution of bench-top tests, pilot-plant trials and full-scale formulations to deliver high-quality food products that meet and exceed the sensory, cost, and other performance targets Proactively proposes and uses sensory and analytical analysis to guide and validate the development process Maintains detailed documentation, experiment tracking and outcomes, and documents finished goods and ingredient specifications Provides feedback to project lead regarding relevant technical and process information Communicates proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams, clearly articulating perspectives and trade-offs related to new product development goals Utilizes NotCo's proprietary AI technology to develop and improve food products Supports formula validation activities as well as process development, scale-up and technology transfer Engages in client communications and workshops, bringing technical Maintains detailed documentation across all R&D activities in a timely manner Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Engineering in Biotechnology or a similar discipline. 2 + years of Food R&D experience is desired, preferably across both food and beverage categories. Be agile, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic and changing culture; works relentlessly to overachieve, anticipate obstacles, and create plans to overcome them. Adapts easily to changing priorities and direction based on new project learnings and team priorities. Demonstrated competency to effectively communicate (oral & written) cross-functionally with solid collaboration skills. Comfortable in client-facing situations and able to communicate complex topics clearly and simply. Excel in a startup environment, is excited to create new procedures and processes from scratch and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset. Be a problem solver, have a general manager mindset, and take the initiative to get the job done Possess strong planning, project management, and execution skills, and the ability to articulate where and how you have used them. Rigorous data-driven/analytical capability and ability and presence to present data effectively to a leadership team Work well in teams and cross-functional groups in a matrixed environment, both regionally and globally Possesses strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel Authorization to work in the U.S. is required Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including international travel and extended trips. NotCo is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
    $65k-75k yearly 2d ago

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