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  • Sr. Applied Scientist, Amazon Ads

    Amazon 4.7company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Monica, CA

    Application deadline: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis Amazon Ads is re-imagining advertising through cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. We combine human creativity with AI to transform every aspect of the advertising life cycle-from ad creation and optimization to performance analysis and customer insights. Our solutions help advertisers grow their brands while enabling millions of customers to discover and purchase products through delightful experiences. We deliver billions of ad impressions and millions of clicks daily, breaking fresh ground in product and technical innovations. If you're energized by solving complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, join us in shaping the future of advertising. Why you'll love this role: This role offers unprecedented breadth in ML applications and access to extensive computational resources and rich datasets that will enable you to build truly innovative solutions. You'll work on projects that span the full advertising life cycle, from sophisticated ranking algorithms and real-time bidding systems to creative optimization and measurement solutions. You'll work alongside talented engineers, scientists, and product leaders in a culture that encourages innovation, experimentation, and bias for action, and you'll directly influence business strategy through your scientific expertise. What makes this role unique is the combination of scientific rigor with real-world impact. You'll re-imagine advertising through the lens of advanced ML while solving problems that balance the needs of advertisers, customers, and Amazon's business objectives. Your impact and career growth: Amazon Ads is investing heavily in AI and ML capabilities, creating opportunities for scientists to innovate and make their marks. Your work will directly impact millions. Whether you see yourself growing as an individual contributor or moving into people management, there are clear paths for career progression. This role combines scientific leadership, organizational ability, technical strength, and business understanding. You'll have opportunities to lead technical initiatives, mentor other scientists, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape the future of advertising technology. Most importantly, you'll be part of a community that values scientific excellence and encourages you to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI. Watch two Applied Scientists at Amazon Ads talk about their work: ********************************** HsURsIPEA Learn more about Amazon Ads: ******************************* Key job responsibilities As a Senior Applied Scientist in Amazon Ads, you will: - Research and implement cutting-edge ML approaches, including applications of generative AI and large language models - Develop and deploy innovative ML solutions spanning multiple disciplines - from ranking and personalization to natural language processing, computer vision, recommender systems, and large language models - Drive end-to-end projects that tackle ambiguous problems at massive scale, often working with petabytes of data - Build and optimize models that balance multiple stakeholder needs - helping customers discover relevant products while enabling advertisers to achieve their goals efficiently - Build ML models, perform proof-of-concept, experiment, optimize, and deploy your models into production, working closely with cross-functional teams including engineers, product managers, and other scientists - Design and run A/B experiments to validate hypotheses, gather insights from large-scale data analysis, and measure business impact - Develop scalable, efficient processes for model development, validation, and deployment that optimize traffic monetization while maintaining customer experience Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of building machine learning models for business application experience - PhD, or Master's degree and 6+ years of applied research experience - Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language - Experience with neural deep learning methods and machine learning Preferred Qualifications - Experience with modeling tools such as R, scikit-learn, Spark MLLib, MxNet, Tensorflow, numpy, scipy etc. - Experience with large scale distributed systems such as Hadoop, Spark etc. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit ********************************************************* for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The Colorado base pay for this position ranges from $167,100/year up to $226,100/year. The National base pay for this position ranges from $150,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $260,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit ******************************************************* . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
    $150.4k-260k yearly 4d ago
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  • Associate Principal Data Scientist

    Activision Blizzard, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Monica, CA

    Job Title:Associate Principal Data ScientistRequisition ID:R025545Job Description:Your Role Within Our KingdomWe are seeking an Associate Principal Data Scientist-a highly experienced and technically deep individual contributor who leads through influence, owns high-impact initiatives, and drives scientific excellence across experimentation and modeling.Responsibilities: Lead the design and execution of large-scale data science initiatives, shaping the roadmap for experimentation and modeling across teams. Apply advanced statistical, optimization, and machine learning techniques (e.g., time-series, regression/classification, recommendation engines, reinforcement learning, and gen AI) to drive system understanding and develop data-powered solutions across the organization. Own design and evaluation of experimentation for optimization systems. Provide technical direction, mentor senior data scientists, and set high standards for scientific rigor, communication, and reproducibility. Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and Game Studios to frame ambiguous problems, scope solutions, and influence strategy. Champion innovation by evaluating new methodologies and tools, and by raising the bar for scalable, interpretable, and actionable data science. Skills to Create ThrillsMinimum Qualifications: Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Operations Research). 14+ years of industry experience (or equivalent post-graduate experience) in data science, experimentation, statistical modeling, and machine learning, including work with large-scale systems. Proficient in Python and SQL; familiarity with big data tools (e.g., Spark, Hive) and cloud computing platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS). Strong systems thinking-able to zoom out and define strategy while also diving deep into code and analysis. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with demonstrated experience partnering across Product, Engineering and Businessteams. Demonstrated experience mentoring, influencing, and elevating the technical bar across a data science organization. Bonus Points Experience working with advertising data products or monetization systems. Prior work with mobile gaming studios or player behavior modeling. Experience in developing or maintaining experimentation platforms. Familiarity with modern data orchestration and versioning (e.g., Airflow, dbt, MLflow). We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women, veterans, and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics. Rewards We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including: Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance; 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching; Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave; Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others; If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting *************************************** In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $143,060.00 - $264,846.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $143.1k-264.8k yearly 4d ago
  • Lead Target Discovery Scientist - In Vitro Biology

    Amgen Sa 4.8company rating

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    A leading biotech company in Thousand Oaks seeks a Senior Principal Scientist to lead a team focused on in vitro modeling for target discovery. This role involves collaboration across therapeutic areas and implementing innovative technologies. Candidates should have a doctorate and extensive experience in a related field. Competitive compensation, flexible work models, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $125k-173k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Hewlett Packard Labs -- Senior AI/ML Research Scientist

    Hewlett Packard Enterprise 4.7company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Barbara, CA

    This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office. Who We Are: Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE. Job Description: While generative AI models, such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and diffusion models, have reached unprecedented results, they are inefficient and lack interpretability, especially when involved in complex reasoning and scientific computing. In the Emergent Machine Intelligence Team at Hewlett Packard Labs, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with artificial intelligence. As a Senior Research Scientist, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to develop groundbreaking generative AI models. You will be crafting cutting-edge algorithms and applications by augmenting state-of-the-art LLMs with extensive test-time compute, adopting tools from symbolic AI, incorporating physics simulators, and employing insight from statistical physics and non-equilibrium thermodynamics. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, researchers, and product managers, during full development cycles of pre-training, fine-tuning, and inference. Together, our goal is to build scalable, efficient, and innovative generative AI systems. Join us to be a part of a team that shapes the future of high-performance AI. Key Responsibilities: * Conduct high-quality research in generative AI, including but not limited to designing algorithms for pre-training and post-training current autoregressive and diffusion models for multimodal data. * Design, implement, and validate new algorithms and models for augmented LLMs, pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities. * Developing and prototyping novel algorithms for fine-turning, retrieval augmented generation, and in-context learning for various generative models. * Developing algorithms for training and inference in Energy-Based Models. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to apply research findings to develop new products or enhance existing ones. * Publish research papers in top-tier journals and conferences, sharing findings with the broader scientific community. * Stay abreast of the latest AI research and trends, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. * Mentor junior researchers and engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration. * Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept implementations to demonstrate the potential of research findings. * Engage with the academic community by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars. Required skills and experience: * PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Physics, Mathematics, or other related fields. * 5+ years working experience with training and fine-tuning generative AI models including LLMs, diffusion models, or Energy-Based Models * Experience with test-time compute techniques, such as chain-of-thoughts, self-consistency, or reinforcement learning based verifiers, etc. * Proven track record of research in generative models, demonstrated through first tier publications (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, or high impact journals), patents, or publicly available projects. * Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI research, such as Python, and experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch). * Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms and principles, especially in the context of generative AI. * Strong mathematical background, with excellent skills in areas such as statistics, probability, linear algebra. * Creative and analytical thinking abilities, with a passion for solving complex problems. * Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas clearly and engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences. Desired skills and experience: * Knowledge of computational physics, statistical physics, many-body physics simulations, or quantum computing, and how to apply these principles to develop innovative AI algorithms and models. * Proficiency with hosting and operating locally generative AI models, through frameworks such as ollama, vllm, etc. * Background in discrete optimization, combinatorial optimization, Monte Carlo methods, quantum-inspired algorithms, and applying these disciplines to enhance AI models. * Programming experience in high-performance computing (HPC) environments. * Experience with cloud computing platforms, GPU computing, or FPGA computing Additional Skills: Artificial Intelligence Technologies, Cross Domain Knowledge, Data Engineering, Data Science, Design Thinking, Development Fundamentals, Full Stack Development, IT Performance, Machine Learning Operations, Scalability Testing, Security-First Mindset What We Can Offer You: Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing. Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division. Unconditional Inclusion We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. Let's Stay Connected: Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE. #unitedstates #hpeocto Job: Engineering Job Level: TCP_04 States with Pay Range Requirement The expected salary/wage range for a U.S.-based hire filling this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level. If this is a sales role, then the listed salary range reflects combined base salary and target-level sales compensation pay. If this is a non-sales role, then the listed salary range reflects base salary only. Variable incentives may also be offered. Information about employee benefits offered can be found at ******************************************************* USD Annual Salary: $133,500.00 - $307,000.00 HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities. HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
    $133.5k-307k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Senior Applied AI Scientist

    Cisco 4.8company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Monica, CA

    **Meet the Team** Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment. **Your Impact** + Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events. + Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale. + Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact. + Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes. + Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans. **Minimum Qualifications:** + PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience. + Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling. + Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) + Experience translating research ideas into production systems. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models. + Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data. + Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights. + Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty. + Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy. + MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models. + Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications. **Why Cisco?** At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. **Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:** The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process. U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies: + 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees + 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco + Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees + Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations) + 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next + Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members + Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies. Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows: + .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota; + 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%; + 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and + Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation. For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid. The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below: New York City Metro Area: $199,700.00 - $292,800.00 Non-Metro New York state & Washington state: $174,500.00 - $260,500.00 * For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined. ** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements. Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
    $199.7k-292.8k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Senior Research Scientist, Quantum Error Mitigation Theory, Quantum AI

    Google 4.8company rating

    Senior scientist job in Goleta, CA

    _corporate_fare_ Google _place_ Goleta, CA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; +3 more; +2 more **Mid** Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area. _info_outline_ XApplicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: **Goleta, CA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Mountain View, CA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA** . **Minimum qualifications:** + PhD degree in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Quantum Information Science, or a related technical field or equivalent experience. + 2 years of experience in Quantum Computing, Chemistry, ComputationalPhysics, Mathematical Modeling, or Applied Mathematics. + Experience in noisy quantum systems, quantum noise modeling, and error mitigation/suppression techniques. + Experience with experimental operation of quantum systems. **Preferred qualifications:** + Experience contributing to or leading projects within large-scale industry or scientific collaborations. + Demonstrated expertise in quantum protocols, characterization methods, and advanced error mitigation/suppression techniques. **About the job** This is a high-impact Senior Research Scientist role focused on pathfinding leading-edge techniques for practical quantum computation on Google's state-of-the-art processors. Leveraging a strong theoretical foundation, you will bridge the gap between abstract protocols and real-world hardware, developing methods that accelerate performance on current noisy processors and toward future error-corrected systems. As a senior member of the team, you will have a large scope of influence, leading the way in the theory, numerical modeling, and optimization of existing approaches while playing a key role in complex and flagship quantum experiments. Your work will not only evolve the state-of-the-art but will directly influence the trajectory of the field and the realization of large-scale quantum computation at Google. The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $166,000-$244,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (************************************* . **Responsibilities** + Lead and drive the research and development of error mitigation, suppression, and robust protocols. Architect the theoretical mitigation frameworks for flagship experiments and demonstrations. + Bridge the gap to experiment by driving rigorous numerical simulations and modeling. Work in a tight feedback loop with experimentalists to solve the bottleneck problems defining the path to noise-free results. + Work across several Google teams to collaborate on real-world use by the teams and the research community. + Pioneer and publish high-impact findings. Facilitate impact on experiments and the research community, through proactive, clear communication across theoretical and experimental teams and conferences. Information collected and processed as part of your Google Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Google'sApplicant and Candidate Privacy Policy (./privacy-policy) . Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy (******************************************************* ,Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal (**************************************************************************** ,Belonging at Google (******************************** , and How we hire (**************************************** . If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form (*************************************** . Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting. To all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees, or any other organization location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also ******************************* and ************************************************************* If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: ***************************************
    $189k-257k yearly est. 21d ago
  • Scientist Senior

    Actalent

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    We are seeking a dedicated Senior Scientist to join our oncology research team in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is a fully onsite position with working hours from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. The role involves contributing significantly to the discovery and development of small-molecule therapeutics within the Department of Oncology Research. Responsibilities * Plan, conduct, and monitor experiments with minimal supervision. * Record, organize, and analyze experimental data to generate robust and reliable results. * Transfer experimental methods from literature to the lab and implement necessary modifications. * Develop and implement new protocols with moderate review. * Engage in scientific discussions with coworkers and communicate data and interpretations to the work group. * Ensure quality data through developed systems and troubleshoot equipment and experimental difficulties. * Contribute to internal/external reports, papers, presentations, regulatory documents, invention disclosure submissions, and/or patents. * Participate in department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting, and committees. * Train staff and/or supervise others as needed. * Coordinate and organize resources required to complete tasks. * Understand when to seek input and when to make independent judgments. Essential Skills * PhD in Cancer Biology, Genetics, or a related field with hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques, or MS with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience. * Strong data analysis skills and scientific independence. * Demonstrated publication record, preferably including first-author work for PhD candidates. * Proficiency in standard cell and molecular biology experimental design and techniques such as mammalian cell culture, western blotting, molecular cloning, qPCR, and flow cytometry. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Research experience in cancer biology, genetics, or a related field. * Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. * Experience with data analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism. Work Environment The work takes place in an onsite oncology research lab with a focus on mammalian tissue culture and molecular biology. The position operates within standard laboratory conditions and requires proficiency in various laboratory instruments and techniques. Collaboration and communication are key, as is the ability to work independently and effectively troubleshoot issues as they arise. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Thousand Oaks, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $47.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Thousand Oaks,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
    $44-47 hourly 6d ago
  • Associate Director/Principal Scientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry

    Latigo Bio

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    Job: Associate Director/Principal Scientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry Position type: Full Time Reports to: Director of Analytical Chemistry Organization Overview Latigo Biotherapeutics (LatigoBio) is a private, early-stage biotechnology company discovering and developing the next generation of non-opioid medicines for pain and pain-related syndromes to transform the lives of patients. Latigo has a robust pipeline, is well-funded by blue chip investors, and has a highly successful management team and Board of Directors. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Thousand Oaks, CA. We are science-based, data-driven, patient-focused, and forward-thinking. Position Summary Latigo is searching for an Associate Director/Principal Scientist, CMC Analytical Chemistry. Reporting to the Director of Analytical Chemistry, the candidate will manage preclinical to clinical analytical development activities and oversee the testing and release of drug substance and drug product at contract manufacturers/service providers. The role is responsible for the development, validation and implementation of QC methods for drug substance, drug product, intermediates, starting materials, excipients, and packaging materials at contract manufacturers. Additional responsibilities include reference standard qualification and management, establishment of specifications, oversight of stability programs and the active management and documentation of data. The selected candidate will also work collaboratively with Quality Assurance to assess laboratory conformance with cGMPs, and with CMC Regulatory Affairs to author Module 3 sections of CTD regulatory submissions and written responses to regulatory authorities. Primary Responsibilities Oversee the phase-appropriate analytical activity at contract manufacturers/service providers including analytical method development, qualification and validation for drug substance and drug product. Partner with stakeholders to develop and set specifications for raw materials, intermediates, drug substance, excipients and drug product. Design and manage stability programs for non-GMP and cGMP drug substance and drug product batches and provide guidance for shelf-life and expiry dating. Establish workflows and procedures for analytical and quality control activities. Manage reference standards program, coordinate sourcing, ensure inventory, plan and execute testing and retesting activities, and manage shipments of reference standards. Author, review and approve various analytical reports in a timely manner to support drug substance and drug product development and manufacture, and regulatory filings. Support regulatory submissions by drafting and reviewing analytical sections of INDs, IMPDs, and NDAs, and ensure compliance with current regulatory requirements. Sometimes represent analytical function in CMC teams and project meetings, and work closely with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and goals. Review/approve controlled cGMP documents, e.g., analytical methods and associated validation protocols/reports, specifications, stability protocols, change controls, LIRs, etc. Manage/perform QC review/approval of analytical test data for IPC testing, drug substance/product batch release and stability test data. Manage and review deviation events and OOS/OOT investigations in coordination with CMC counterparts, QA and regulatory team members. Contribute to the building of CMC infrastructure and company culture. Qualifications and Requirements D. with 8+ years of experience or BS or MS in chemistry or related discipline with 10-15 years of industry experience in an analytical chemistry setting. Good understanding and knowledge of pharmaceutical analytical methods and related issues. Experience with analytical development of small molecules and drug product oral dosage forms from preclinical to late-stage clinical development. Experience managing drug substance and drug product service providers in analytical matters. Extensive knowledge of GLP and cGMP requirements, appropriate regulatory guidance and current industry practices for analytical development. Experience in writing CMC sections for Regulatory submissions (IND experience required; NDA experience highly desirable). Excellent computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel, Project). Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects. Preference given to applicants able to work (hybrid) from Thousand Oaks or San Francisco, CA offices.
    $117k-184k yearly est. 6d ago
  • Research Scientist, Hearing Performance

    Sonova

    Senior scientist job in Santa Clarita, CA

    Valencia, CA - Hybrid Research Scientist, Hearing Performance You will deliver better outcomes for cochlear implant recipients by driving feasibility research in hearing performance and remote care. You will design and conduct early-stage research studies to evaluate novel concepts. You will collaborate closely with internal R&D engineers, and with external clinics and academic researchers for study execution. In addition, you will aid in the development of research software. You will thrive in an interdisciplinary environment of researchers, clinicians, and technologists who are passionate about connecting patients to sound. Responsibilities: * Design and conduct feasibility studies to further improve hearing performance of cochlear implant recipients, including signal processing strategies and remote care solutions. * Collaborate with multi-functional internal teams (software development, clinical research, marketing, quality, etc.). * Manage collaborations with external partners (clinicians, academic researchers) to conduct research studies and validate concepts. * Aiding in the development of research software using Python and MATLAB. * Communicate findings through technical documentation, presentations to internal and external stakeholders, and, where appropriate, manuscripts for publication. * Support development of intellectual property. Travelling Requirement: 5% for visits to clinics, conferences, and external collaborators. More about you: * Degree in Hearing Science, Audiology, or related field; PhD preferred. * Research background in cochlear implants, hearing aids, or related areas, plus 3+ years of industry experience in audio or medical devices. * Strong project ownership, ability to navigate ambiguity, and excellent organizational skills. * Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset and ability to work with diverse teams. * Proven leadership in driving projects and external research collaborations, including developing and presenting impactful concepts. * Broad expertise in hearing performance, signal processing, statistics, machine learning, and research software development. * Proficient in Python, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, SQL, R, and Rust; fluent in English A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you! We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact Sonova Human Resources What we offer: * Medical, dental and vision coverage* * Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts * TeleHealth options * 401k plan with company match* * Company paid life/ad&d insurance * Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available * Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD) * STD LTD Buy-ups available * Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage * Legal/ID Theft Assistance * PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays* * Paid parental bonding leave * Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more) * Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities * Tuition reimbursement * Hearing aid discount for employees and family * Internal social recognition platform * Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location. This role's pay range is between $95,200/yr - $142,800/yr. This role is also bonus eligible. How we work: At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives. Sonova is an equal opportunity employer We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.
    $95.2k-142.8k yearly 19d ago
  • Lead Process Scientist, Drug Product (Sr. Manager)

    Takeda Pharmaceuticals 4.7company rating

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice (************************************** and Terms of Use (********************************************* . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. **Job Description** **About the role** Embedded in our Global Manufacturing Science (GMSci) team, you will provide process science and manufacturing technology leadership for drug product manufacturing across Takeda's global network. You will act as a technical SME for small molecule oral solid dosage and/or parenteral processes, supporting both new product introductions and lifecycle management of marketed products. Working in a matrix environment, you will align cross-functional stakeholders and external partners to enable robust, compliant, and scalable manufacturing. You will also represent the drug product process science perspective in regulatory CMC interactions, translating process understanding into clear and defensible filing content. Overall, you will help strengthen how Takeda applies process knowledge consistently across sites to improve execution and decision-making. **How you will contribute** + Lead and/or oversee DP technical deliverables across the product lifecycle, including: + Technology transfer to internal sites and external contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) + Process validation planning and execution support + Process characterization and establishment of process understanding + Serve as an escalation point for complex technical investigations and issue resolution, mobilizing and coordinating rapid cross-site support when needed. + Drive manufacturing strategies for assigned key products, ensuring the approach is consistent across Takeda's internal network and CMOs and is grounded in process knowledge and science-based risk management. + Lead continuous improvement for late-phase/matured products by identifying and advancing opportunities that improve robustness, control strategy, and operational performance without compromising compliance. + Partner effectively in a matrix environment with key stakeholders, including: + Pharmaceutical Sciences counterparts (R&D) + Manufacturing site and operating unit leaders + Local Technical Services organizations + Global Quality and Regulatory CMC teams + Ensure process knowledge is captured, shared, and reused across sites and functions to strengthen Takeda's overall DP manufacturing capability and speed decision-making. **What you bring to Takeda** + Degree (BS, MS, and/or PhD) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience). + At least 5 years of relevant industry experience, with experience supporting pharmaceutical development and/or manufacturing in DP-related areas (e.g., OSD and/or parenterals). + Demonstrated success as an SME and project leader in a matrix environment, influencing technical decisions across functions and sites without relying on direct authority. + Strong working knowledge of DP manufacturing technologies, validation and tech transfer principles, and practical application of industry best practices. + Experience contributing to or leading regulatory CMC readiness, including converting process understanding into clear technical narratives and defensible control strategies. + Proven ability to analyze complex problems, drive to root cause, and implement sustainable solutions with high technical rigor. + Communication and stakeholder-management skills that enable effective collaboration, conflict resolution, and alignment across internal teams and external partners. + A working style that prioritizes focus, accountability, and measurable outcomes, while actively building capability for the future. **Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary** We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. **For Location:** Boston, MA **U.S. Base Salary Range:** $137,000.00 - $215,270.00 The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. **EEO Statement** _Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law._ **Locations** Boston, MABEL - Lessines, Brooklyn Park, MN, CHE - Glattpark (Opfikon) - Zurich HQ, CHE - Neuchatel, IRL - Bray - Production, IRL - Dublin - Baggot Street, IRL - Grange Castle - Production, JPN - Yamaguchi - Hikari Plant, USA - CA - Thousand Oaks - Rancho Conejo **Worker Type** Employee **Worker Sub-Type** Regular **Time Type** Full time **Job Exempt** Yes It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
    $137k-215.3k yearly 35d ago
  • Scientist

    The Steely Group

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    The Scientist will support microbiology related methods such as, endotoxin, bioburden, sterility and other compendial methods associated with microbial control. Hands on laboratory work include method troubleshooting, and involvement in evaluating new technologies related to rapid microbiology methods, including developing and executing feasibility and/or validation studies. The candidate will require to work in the laboratory to support feasibility and/or validation studies (time spent in lab varies depending on projects). Experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology microbiology and manufacturing are preferred. The candidate would be a part of a team that supports various microbiology methods in various stages of the product life cycle. This team supports programs/methods at locations throughout the company. The Scientist collaborates with representatives from key functions within Process Development, Manufacturing, and Quality. Basic Qualifications: Doctorate Degree OR Master's Degree and 4 years of Scientific Experience OR Bachelor's degree and 6 years of Scientific experience Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in Microbiological Quality at the technical level, including experience with sterile filtration validations Advanced understanding and hands-on experience in various analytical platform such as compendial microbial methods, rapid methods for microbial detection/identification and advanced technologies for detection of bacteria Excellent written and oral communication skills for the timely documentation, presentation and discussion of scientific results in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, team-based environment. Advanced ability to critically analyze and interrogate various analytical data sets (e.g. complex dilution schemes) to drive and influence the investigational process Advanced root cause analysis capabilities including leading advanced and complex events Advanced ability to propose and lead new scientific imperatives/initiatives Expert in an investigational laboratory setting within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company Advanced experience in working closely with scientific and manufacturing disciplines across process development, clinical, and commercial operations Familiarity with cGMP regulations, FDA and EU regulations and guidelines
    $99k-157k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Associate Scientist - (JP9913)

    3 Key Consulting

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    Employment Type: Contract Business Unit: Systems Analytics Duration: 6+ months (with likely extensions) Notes: This person must haven minimum 1-2 years of lab experience. Minimum education: Bachelors, targeting Chemical Engineering or Chemistry. Posting Date: 03/07/22 3 Key Consulting is hiring an Associate Scientist for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company. Job Description: Design and perform planned experiments for developing large-scale processes. Help develop new methods, apparatus and procedures for bench-scale characterization work and scale-up. Write technical reports, assessments, and procedures. Use characterization data to develop key operating parameters (KOPs), testing requirements and acceptance criteria for new product launches. Work with Quality, Engineering and Process Development to implement Validation requirements at full scale. Help write technical papers for internal and external publication. Why is the Position Open? Team need/ coverage. Top Must-Have Skill Sets: Basic Laboratory skills, Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, documentation update. Pipetting skills. Background in chemistry/ knowledge. Lab experience. Day to Day Responsibilities: Design and perform planned experiments for developing large-scale processes. Help develop new methods, apparatus and procedures for bench-scale characterization work and scale-up. Write technical reports, assessments, and procedures. Use characterization data to develop key operating parameters (KOPs), testing requirements and acceptance criteria for new product launches. Work with Quality, Engineering and Process Development to implement Validation requirements at full scale. Help write technical papers for internal and external publication. Basic Qualifications: Good knowledge of scientific principles, methodologies and practices. Lab methods, including handling and dispensing chemicals, preparing buffers and operation of common lab equipment, such as pH and conductivity meters. Strong interpersonal skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Design and execution of bench-scale experiments. Analytical methods: TOC, protein assays, gel electrophoresis, spectroscopic methods. Characterization and validation of processes for biologicals. Employee Value Proposition: Career growth and opportunity. Red Flags: Lack of experience in a lab setting - this worker will be working in a lab setting. Poorly formatted resume. Lack of basic lab experience, chemistry. Interview process: Phone screening followed by in-person interview. We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to **************************. If you decide that you're not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website ******************************* You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role. Regards, 3KC Talent Acquisition Team
    $82k-133k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
  • Associate Scientist - Bioinformatics III*

    ACL Digital

    Senior scientist job in Santa Monica, CA

    We are seeking a talented and highly motivated scientist with an interest in advancing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies for genomics research, to join our Bioinformatics and Sequencing group in Santa Monica. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment to support a growing R&D portfolio. You will work at the interface of biology and technology and will support the effort on assessment and development of custom NGS needs, to assist drug target and biomarker discovery efforts. Responsibilities * Extraction and preparation of DNA and RNA from various sources * Preparation of DNA, RNA, and ATAC-seq libraries from bulk and/or single cells for NGS sequencing * Perform quality control on samples and libraries. * Troubleshoot the experimental procedures and protocols for library preparation and sequencing under supervision * Perform Next Generation Sequencing experiments on Illumina platforms and other platforms * Perform qPCR for library quality control * Maintain updated working knowledge of Genomics technologies and develop significant experience in next-generation sequencing applications * Keep records of experiments in electronic notebook (ELN) * Deliver scientific findings effectively in group meetings and collaborative forums Basic Qualifications Master's Degree OR Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of scientific experience OR AA Degree and 4+ years of scientific experience OR High School Degree and 5+ years of scientific experience Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or related fields * 2+ years of hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) platforms, various NGS assays, and their underlying sequencing methodology * Hands-on experience with DNA and RNA extraction from various sources * Ability to learn new techniques in a fast-paced environment * Demonstrated ability to solve scientific and engineering problems * Excellent organizational skills and efficiency at getting tasks done * Goal oriented and looking to take on additional responsibilities * Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment * Experience working with LIMS and electronic notebook e.g. Benchling * Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills * An excellent work ethic, ability to work in a dynamic environment, and ability to adapt to changing priorities
    $81k-132k yearly est. 12d ago
  • Scientist Senior

    Us Tech Solutions 4.4company rating

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Cancer Biology, Genetics, or a related field with hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques. Candidates with an MS and 3-5 years of relevant industry experience will also be considered. Strong data analysis skills, scientific independence, and a demonstrated publication record, preferably including first-author work, are expected. Must show first-author publication for PhD candidates. The Department of Oncology Research is seeking a highly motivated Scientist to contribute to the discovery and progression of small-molecule therapeutics. The successful candidate is expected to make major scientific laboratory-based contributions to the group goals and present their results in internal forums. **Top 3 must have skills:** + Mammalian cell culture. + Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques (western blotting, molecular cloning, qPCR, flow cytometry, etc). + Familiarity with data processing/analysis (e.g., Excel, GraphPad Prism) **Responsibilities:** + Maintain continuous cultures of several mammalian tumor cell lines. + Design and execute experiments include high-throughput assays (AlphaLISA, CellTiterGlo) and other standard molecular biology techniques (immunofluorescence, Flow cytometry, Western blot). + Perform data analysis including keeping a laboratory notebook and preparing presentations of data. + Monitors or follows established experimental design and protocols and performs routine tasks and studies to obtain reproducible and reliable results with limited supervision. + Plans, monitors or conducts, analyzes and records experiments, and provides interpretation of data. + Effectively transfers experimental methods from literature to the lab and makes modifications as necessary. + Develops and implements new protocols with moderate review. Engages coworkers in scientific discussions. + Communicates data and interpretation to work group. Skilled at developing systems to ensure quality data. + Skilled and/or knowledgeable in the use of standard laboratory equipment and with one or more major laboratory instruments/techniques. + Effectively trouble-shoots equipment and experimental difficulties. + Contributes to internal/external reports, papers, presentations, regulatory documents, invention disclosure submissions and/or patents. + Participates in department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting and committees. May train staff and/or supervise others + Coordinates and organizes resources needed to complete the task. Understands when to seek input and when to make independent judgments **Basic Qualifications:** + Doctorate degree PhD OR + PharmD OR MD and 2 years of Experience OR + Master's degree and 5 years of experience OR + Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience **Preferred Qualifications:** + A strong skillset of standard cell and molecular biology experimental design and techniques (e.g., mammalian cell culture, western blotting, molecular cloning, qPCR, flow cytometry, etc) and data analysis (e.g., GraphPad Prism) + Research experience in cancer biology, genetics, or related field + Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills **About US Tech Solutions:** US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit *********************** . "US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran"
    $135k-197k yearly est. 7d ago
  • Clinical Research Physician Investigator

    Sansum Diabetes Research Institute 3.9company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Barbara, CA

    Sansum Diabetes Research Institute has an opportunity for a full-time, board certified, or board-eligible Endocrinologist to serve as a Clinical Research Physician Investigator. SDRI is a non-profit organization and center of excellence with a mission to improve the lives of people impacted by diabetes through research, education, and clinical care. We are a preferred site for industry sponsored clinical trials, a testament to our exceptional research capabilities. On average, SDRI conducts 25+ trials per year, engaging approximately 1,000 participants. Current industry partners include Abbott, Dexcom, Insulet, Eli Lilly, Mannkind, Medtronic Diabetes, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, Tandem Diabetes Care, and more. We are experts with experience across all study phases, and a broad portfolio of trials and clinical work focused on diabetes and metabolic health. Diversity and inclusivity are prioritized in in our clinical trials---in 2023, 30% of our research participants were from underrepresented populations. We are currently renovating our 18,000 square foot research facility to create a state-of-the-art center where we will accelerate life-changing diabetes research. Position Details: Responsible for 12+ Industry Sponsored Trials Per Year Design, Fund, and Execute Investigator Initiated Trials Develop Strategies and Partnerships to Drive Innovation Across the Enterprise Opportunity to Maintain a Clinical Practice through our Clinics Standard Office Hours Salaried Position: $250,000 - $350,000 Annually NOTE: The listed range is solely a base compensation for experienced full-time physician researchers. It does not include incentives and benefits. The base compensation rate may be adjusted based on training, community need and other possible determining factors. We Offer: Medical/Dental/Vision CME Stipend Malpractice Insurance Disability Retirement 403 (b) Annual Leave and Sick Time Licensure/DEA/Board Exam Fees PSLF Eligibility Requirements: MD or DO with Directly Related Experience in Endocrinology Board Certified or Board Eligible in Endocrinology DEA Certificate Eligible to Work in the United States, Must be in or Relocate to Santa Barbara, CA CA Licensure or the Ability to Obtain CA Licensure Interest in Research, Experience with Research preferred Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills About Santa Barbara: Santa Barbara is known as The American Riviera thanks to its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, rich heritage, world-renowned food and wine scene, stunning natural beauty and near-perfect weather. We invite you to learn more and to consider joining us at SDRI where you will join an experienced cross-functional team focused on developing and executing trials targeting innovation and excellence crossing drugs, devices, and technology that will impact the health span and life span of people living with diabetes.
    $90k-134k yearly est. 47d ago
  • Data analysis-Associate Scientist

    Mindlance 4.6company rating

    Senior scientist job in Thousand Oaks, CA

    Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at ************************* Job Description Job Summary: Responsible for providing support to the Process Analytics group, a unit within the Digital Integration & Predictive Technologies (DIPT) organization in Process Development. The position will be based in Thousand Oaks, CA. Support will include organizing and interpreting lab data, analyzing results using statistical techniques. The responsibilities also include performing laboratory experiments including unit operations set up, calibration of various lab tools, sampling and data acquisition from primary or secondary data sources with minimal supervision. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree OR • Associate's degree & 4 years of directly related experience OR • High school diploma / GED & 6 years of directly related experience Preferred Qualifications • B.Sc., in Chemical, Biochemical Engineering or Life Sciences, preferably with expertise in bio/pharmaceutical processes. • Practical experience and interest in multivariate data analysis and predictive modeling. • Experience working with large data sets, data mining and machine learning tools. • Experience in Matlab or R Programming Languages and basic Microsoft tools. • Understanding of biopharmaceuticals process, related unit operations including analytical methods and process controls. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy • Independent, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and collaboration. • Team player, prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making • Solid leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills. Qualifications Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree OR • Associate's degree & 4 years of directly related experience OR • High school diploma / GED & 6 years of directly related experience Preferred Qualifications • B.Sc., in Chemical, Biochemical Engineering or Life Sciences, preferably with expertise in bio/pharmaceutical processes. • Practical experience and interest in multivariate data analysis and predictive modeling. • Experience working with large data sets, data mining and machine learning tools. • Experience in Matlab or R Programming Languages and basic Microsoft tools. • Understanding of biopharmaceuticals process, related unit operations including analytical methods and process controls. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy • Independent, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and collaboration. • Team player, prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making • Solid leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
    $84k-121k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Staff Scientist, Neurotechnology

    Cognixion 3.7company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Barbara, CA

    Our mission is to advance assisted reality by deploying transformative neurotechnology to the people who need it most. At Cognixion, we are building the future of human-computer interaction through the Cognixion ONE, a regulated medical device that integrates augmented reality with advanced neural and biometric sensing. This wearable system reads and processes brain, eye, and body signals to enable novel control paradigms. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, the Staff Scientist is responsible for the hands-on development, validation, and translation of product-focused algorithms for Cognixion's AR-BCI platform. This role bridges cutting-edge neuroscience research with robust, production-grade implementations suitable for regulated medical deployment. The ideal candidate thrives equally in the lab and in software, is fluent in modern AI/ML toolchains, and can move seamlessly between biosensing experiments, algorithm development, strategic planning, and communicating research within and beyond the company. Scope of Responsibilities Internal Key Opinion Leader Remain current on advancements in neural sensing, biosignal analytics, machine learning, and clinical applications. Partner closely with research, engineering, and product teams to identify compelling algorithmic opportunities, prototype them, validate performance, and facilitate translating successful approaches into production code. Provide detailed input to hardware and software teams regarding product requirements, sensing constraints, and clinical application needs. Algorithm & ML Developer Design and execute data-collection protocols to advance Cognixion's neurotechnology platform, including EEG, EMG, EOG, and multimodal biosensing. Analyze data using modern scientific and ML workflows: NumPy/SciPy, Pandas, MNE-Python, MATLAB, scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, and associated visualization libraries (Matplotlib, Plotly, Seaborn). Prototype and implement algorithms in Python, Java, or other mainstream languages as appropriate. Apply classical and advanced signal-processing techniques, including filtering, ICA/PCA, spectral and time-frequency methods, adaptive and spatial filtering, artifact reduction, and model-based approaches. Explore and implement machine-learning and deep-learning models for classification, regression, decoding, multimodal fusion, and real-time inference. Contribute to medical-grade codebases using best practices for reliability, version control, testing, and documentation. Skills & Experience PhD or equivalent experience in engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, neuroscience, or related technical fields. Equivalent industrial experience may be considered; a technical assessment may be required. 10+ years of industry R&D experience, ideally with direct exposure to neurotechnology or bio-signal-based medical products. Demonstrated success shipping at least one product, preferably within regulated medical, neural interface, sensing, or wearable systems. Strong publication and/or patent record showing impactful innovation. Experience translating early-stage research into commercializable, validated product features. Direct experience with biomedical signals (EEG, EMG, EOG, or other non-invasive modalities), data collection, and human-subject experimentation. Deep familiarity with algorithm development, signal processing, ML/AI workflows, and real-time system considerations. Comfortable leading experiments, designing studies, validating results statistically, and communicating findings to multidisciplinary teams.
    $72k-112k yearly est. 46d ago
  • R&D Scientist I

    Meissner 3.9company rating

    Senior scientist job in Camarillo, CA

    Are you a passionate scientist ready to push the boundaries of research and development? Join our dynamic R&D team as an R&D Scientist I, where you ll spearhead groundbreaking experiments, analyze cutting-edge data, and contribute to revolutionary product advancements. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven by discovery, we want you on our team! Who is Meissner? The goal at Meissner is to be more than simply good; it is to be extraordinary. Extraordinary performance comes from extraordinary people. Meissner as a group is passionate about helping our clients manufacture lifesaving and life enhancing drugs, therapies, and vaccines. We develop, manufacture, supply and service advanced microfiltration products and single-use systems worldwide. We know that when you are passionate about what you do, it s more than just a job. Meissner is focused on the development of the whole individual, and we have programs and tools in place to help us stay at our best mentally and physically. In alignment with our commitment to support the growth and development of the whole individual, Meissner has inaugurated a Learning and Development department to solely focus on cultivating our team. When you grow, we grow. How you will make an impact: At Meissner, we provide B2B technical solutions, that are deployed to improve the human condition. Our customers use our products and technologies to develop new therapeutics and many familiar products that support our modern lifestyle. At the core of these products, are in-house technologies that are developed and maintained by highly talented and self-driven engineers and scientists. Contributing to formulations, material testing, and recommendations while correlating material properties and filtration studies to processes. Developing new filters, filtration membranes and application-specific products to meet emerging technological needs. Managing projects with a focus on deliverables, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across teams to ensure successful outcomes. We are looking for a self-driven candidate who is motivated to make an impact in the development of new technologies and join a dynamic entrepreneurial team.. The R&D Scientist I independently plans and executes scientific experiments to develop innovative products, improve processes, and generate data that supports technical and business objectives. This role contributes scientific insight, leads segments of R&D projects, and supports cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and commercialization. Design, execute, and analyze complex experiments with minimal supervision. Develop and optimize formulations, processes, and analytical methods. Interpret data and translate results into actionable recommendations. Hands-on experimental work involving the characterization of material properties. Process development work in the laboratory involving testing equipment, chemical processes, and testing materials and products (membranes, filters, polymers, etc.). Carry out filter testing, failure analysis, lifetime studies, comparative performance evaluations using appropriate instrumentation that may involve chemical analysis, microscopy, thermal and mechanical properties evaluation. This is an on-site role based out of our headquarters in Camarillo, CA. The skills and experience you ll need: Master s degree required in STEM-related field that is relevant to the operations of the company with 2+ years of relevant experience or PhD with 1+ years of experience. Strong foundation in relevant scientific principles and laboratory techniques. Proficiency with different laboratory instrumentation used in characterizing material properties. Experience in experimental design, statistical analysis, and technical problem-solving. Proven capabilities in writing effective reports and data analysis. Excellent attention to detail and documentation practices. Don t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. What we can offer you: Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans Additional Perks- HQ Onsite Full Gym, Ultramodern Coffee Bars, Free EV Charging Stations, Employee Discounts 401k, Profit Sharing, 401k Advisory Services Company Sponsored Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Holiday Ready to make an impact? Let s talk. This position may require you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government. Meissner is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. US BASE PAY SCALE $87,500 - $108,000 The base pay scale for this role is what Meissner reasonably expects to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicant's experience.
    $87.5k-108k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Associate Scientist Analytical Chemistry

    Provivi 3.9company rating

    Senior scientist job in Santa Monica, CA

    We are a multi-national, Santa Monica-based company, founded in 2013 by Caltech scholars: Professor Frances Arnold, Pedro Coelho, and Peter Meinhold. We're rethinking pest control as innovators in pheromone technology, the engineers and creators of a family of safe and effective pest control solutions for major damaging insects. We are hiring the very best and brightest people to expand our impact. Role Description As a member of the Provivi's technology team, you will have a vital role in developing and validating analytical methods for detection, identification, and quantification of small molecules found in Provivi's proprietary chemical and biochemical processes as well as pheromone components in formulated products. Specifically, the successful candidate will develop and validate GC, GCMS, HPLC, and HPIC methods, as well as establish quality control protocols for Provivi's commercial products, provide hands-on technical assistance to maintain analytical equipment in good working orders, and analyze samples supporting various projects. Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as the ability to develop creative solutions to challenging problems, are essential. Responsibilities Include Develops, validates, and standardizes GC, HPLC, HPIC analytical methods for detection, identification, and quantification of small molecules found in chemical and biochemical processes, and formulated products. Extracts, analyzes and evaluates material and products at all stages of development process under stringent quality and time requirements. Prepares research reports, invention disclosures, and Standard Operating Procedures for internal and external use. Reviews data for technical content and regulatory compliance. Ensures analytical equipment is maintained in good working order; troubleshoots and performs minor repairs as needed. Anticipates additional resources, consumables, and equipment requirements as needed to ensure that work can be completed within the budgeted time. Remains current with analytical chemistry literature and champions the implementation of new technology. Maintains a safe and orderly laboratory and ensures compliance with all safety policies and practices. Qualifications & Skills Include M.S. in analytical chemistry or equivalent, or bachelor's in chemistry with 2 additional years of analytical lab experience A minimum of 0-2 years of biotech and chemical industrial experience with hands-on experience in analytical chemistry. A good understanding of analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and chemical engineering principles. Demonstrated practical ability to develop methods for isolation, characterization, and quantification of small molecules found in chemical and biochemical processes and formulated products using conventional chromatography techniques and analytical instruments including GC, GCMS, HPLC, and NMR. Must be skilled in operation of chromatographic data acquisition and processing software packages such as Chromeleon, ChemStation, and other software tools for data reduction and presentation. Excellent written, reporting, and verbal communication skills Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Power Point. Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities Must be highly motivated and capable of working independently to deliver results under tight deadlines Able to lift 15 - 40 pounds. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment Provivi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, or any other legally-protected factors.
    $76k-115k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Postdoctoral Scientist - Smidt Heart Institute (Chugh Lab)

    Dev 4.2company rating

    Senior scientist job in Malibu, CA

    Company DescriptionJobs for Humanity is partnering with CEDARS-SINAI to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located. Company Name: CEDARS-SINAI Job Description Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai! The Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart disease and research innovation giving patients access to the highest level of care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and niche care teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to a growing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes. Join our team and use your experience with an organization known nationally for excellence in research! JOB SUMMARY: Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Director, Center for Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CCAP), the Research Fellow will be involved in new and ongoing projects at the CCAP. Funded by grants from NIH/NHLBI, the mission of the CCAP is to discover and implement novel clinical tools for prediction and prevention of sudden cardiac arrest, thereby reducing the burden of sudden cardiac death in the community CCAP. Unique opportunities to analyze existing data and publish papers. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - May assist in preparation of grant proposals but is not responsible for generating grant funds. - May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author. - Designs and performs analyses independently or semi-independently. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and discuss the results with the Principal Investigator. - May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. - Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data. - Performs routine and complex analyses throughout training period. - May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed. Educational Requirements: Doctorate (MD) plus clinical cardiology/clinical electrophysiology sub-specialty clinical training for at least two years. Experience: - 1 year experience acquired thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment - Should have written and published scientific papers. - Has demonstrated aptitude to ask research questions and successfully published papers and/or had grants funded. Physical Demands: - Able to perform moderate lifting. - Able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. - Able to read papers and online documents. - Able to operate standard office equipment. - Able to exercise physical ability and perspective acuity to satisfactorily perform essential job functions. Working Title: Postdoctoral Scientist - Smidt Heart Institute (Chugh Lab) Department: Heart Institute Operations Business Entity: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category: Academic/Research Job Specialty: Postdoctoral Position Type: Full-time Shift Length: 8 hour shift Shift Type: Day Base Pay:$64,500.00 - $93,600.00
    $64.5k-93.6k yearly 60d+ ago

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The average senior scientist in San Buenaventura, CA earns between $90,000 and $222,000 annually. This compares to the national average senior scientist range of $74,000 to $153,000.

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