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Principal Associate, Data Scientist - US Card Upmarket Acquisition. Data is at the center of everything we do. As a startup, we disrupted the credit card industry by individually personalizing every credit card offer using statistical modeling and the relational database, cutting edge technology in 1988! Fast-forward a few years, and this little innovation and our passion for data has skyrocketed us to a Fortune 200 company and a leader in the world of data-driven decision-making. As a Data Scientist at Capital One, you'll be part of a team that's leading the next wave of disruption at a whole new scale, using the latest in computing and machine learning technologies and operating across billions of customer records to unlock the big opportunities that help everyday people save money, time and agony in their financial lives. Team Description The US Card Data Science team builds industry leading machine learning models to empower core underwriting decisions in the acquisitions and management of new and existing credit card customers. We collaborate closely with cross‑functional partner teams including data engineers, platforms engineers, product managers, and credit and business analysts to deliver solutions from ideation to implementation. We own the full life cycle of our models - development, deployment, monitoring, governance, and ongoing usage expansion and releases. We are a team of creative problem solvers, continually challenging the status quo to keep our models dynamic, adaptive, robust, and smarter. Role Description In this role, you will: Partner with a cross‑functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to deliver a product customers love. Leverage a broad stack of technologies - Python, Conda, AWS, H2O, Spark, and more - to reveal insights from large volumes of numeric and textual data. Build machine learning models from idea to implementation, including designing and executing experiments, developing and iterating on models, and deploying production‑ready solutions that impact business outcomes. Translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals using strong interpersonal communication. The Ideal Candidate is Statistically-minded: has built, validated, and backtested models; familiar with confusion matrices, ROC curves, clustering, classification, sentiment analysis, time series, and deep learning. Technical: comfortable with open‑source languages and experienced in developing and deploying production‑ready data science solutions using open‑source tools and cloud platforms. Customer first: focused on making the right decisions for customers and translating analysis into value. A data guru: comfortable retrieving, combining, and analyzing data from diverse sources and structures; understands that data understanding is key to great data science. Basic Qualifications Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in data analytics, or a Master's Degree plus 3 years of experience, or a PhD plus 1 year of experience, with the degree expected on or before the start date. At least 1 year of experience in open source programming languages for large‑scale data analysis. At least 1 year of experience with machine learning. At least 1 year of experience with relational databases. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in a STEM field plus 3 years of experience in data analytics, or PhD in a STEM field. At least 1 year of experience working with AWS. At least 3 years of experience in Python, Scala, or R for large‑scale data analysis. At least 3 years of experience with machine learning. At least 3 years of experience with SQL. Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position. The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Salaries are for candidates hired to work within the specified locations and refer to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of posting. Salaries for part‑time roles will be prorated based on hours worked. Chicago, IL: $144,200 - $164,600 for Principal Associate, Data Science; McLean, VA: $158,600 - $181,000 for Principal Associate, Data Science. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range for that location and the offer letter will reflect the actual amount. This role is eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long‑term incentives (LTI). Incentives may be discretionary or non‑discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full/part‑time status, exempt/non‑exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) and adheres to applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. If you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at ************** or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. Capital One does not provide, endorse, or guarantee third‑party products or services and is not liable for information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several entities. Positions posted in Canada, the United Kingdom, or the Philippines are for Capital One Canada, Capital One Europe, or Capital One Philippines Service Corp., respectively. #J-18808-Ljbffr

ERT is seeking a Chief Scientist with experience in meteorology or atmospheric sciences, or other earth sciences to support tasks at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Earth Prediction Innovation Center (EPIC). The primary objective will be to enhance the research-to-operations-to-research pipeline for the weather forecasting community with the goal of improving the overall accuracy and reliability of US National Weather Service weather models. All research and development will be guided by the NOAA open‑source science principles. Required Skills 15+ years of experience in position of increasing responsibility and leadership in the field of climate or earth systems science, weather modeling and forecasting, or a closely related discipline. Facility with the computational and technical operational components of handling and using earth systems data for large-scale forecasting. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility. Education MS degree in atmospheric science, earth science or closely related discipline. PhD preferred. Location This position supports work at NOAA's Silver Spring, MD facility with some telework permitted. Compensation The salary range for this role is $46,000 - 221,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including the location, scope, and associated responsibilities of the specific position, as well as a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Benefits All full‑time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes: Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company‑matching 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Employee assistance program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Professional Membership Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Competitive compensation plan Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance Publication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

HANSOH BIO A U.S.-based research & development subsidiary of Hansoh Pharma, Hansoh Bio is a biotech devoted to discovering and developing breakthrough therapies that conquer serious diseases and disorders for patients around the world. Hansoh Pharma is a leading biopharmaceutical company in Asia. Founded in 1995, we are committed to discovering and developing life-changing medicines to help patients. Our rapidly growing workforce of 9,000+ employees, and our fully integrated research and development, manufacturing and commercial capabilities have propelled us into leadership positions across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including CNS, oncology, infectious disease, and metabolic disorders. With 1,400 professionals across multiple R&D functions, we rank 2nd in innovation among all Chinese biotech and pharmaceutical companies, based on new molecular entities developed for clinical development. Since an IPO on Hong Kong stock exchange in June 2019, we have raised $1.6B from global top-tier institutional investors; with a current equity value of approximately $27B, Hansoh is the 2nd largest biopharmaceutical companies in China and 6th largest in Asia by market capitalization. For more information, please visit **************** BIOTHERAPEUTICS - MARYLAND R&D CENTER At Hansoh, we never rest in the quest of bringing truly life-changing treatments to patients. We are currently seeking a motivated scientist to join our Biotherapeutics-ADC Biology team in Rockville, Maryland. The position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in target discovery, validation, and preclinical candidate development of high impact projects. THE POSITION -SCIENTIST OF BIOTHERAPEUTICS We are seeking a passionate, science-driven candidate to lead or contribute to antibody-based therapeutic projects at Hansoh Bio. The Maryland R&D site focuses on the discovery of novel drug candidates, including monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), and bispecific antibodies for the treatment of cancer, renal, cardiovascular, and immune system diseases. The candidate is expected to explore and introduce new technological tools, methodologies, and knowledge to achieve project goals and expand our research capabilities. The successful candidate will collaborate directly with corporate partners, cross-functional teams, and project teams to support our preclinical programs. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead or support oncology, immuno-oncology and/or immunology projects. Design, conduct, and analyze experiments on antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Perform in vitro functional and binding assays. Culture, engineer cell lines, and prepare reagents. Troubleshoot experiments with technical discretion. Review data, prepare reports, and present findings to managers and teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute tasks. Maintain accurate documentation in electronic lab notebooks. QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in cancer biology or related field. Demonstrated innovation in oncology, immuno-oncology, or autoimmune disease research. Skilled in in vitro techniques, including culture, multicolor FACS, ELISA and/or in vitro killing assays. Experience with mouse tumor models. Background in pre-clinical assay development preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to deliver clear, precise reports in internal and external meetings. Strong record of impactful publications and/or patent contributions.

Manufactures cell and gene therapies for phase I and II clinical trials; (2) processes hematopoietic stem cell grafts for transplantation; (3) develops new cell therapies; (4) performs in-process and lot release testing of cell and gene therapies; (5) develops new assays to test cell and gene therapies; and (6) prepares chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) documents for investigational new drugs (IND) and summary data for annual reports to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). ROLES / RESPONSIBILITES Build and optimize a robust cGMP compliant platform for generation, expansion and cryopreservation of autologous induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from peripheral blood derived CD34+ cells. Differentiate iPSCs to retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE) to develop an iRPE patch for a phase I clinical trial to treat "dry" age related macular degeneration. Update and validate SOPs related to CD34 expansion, iPSC culturing, and RPE differentiation Manage a day to day operation of GMP facility Maintain iPSC colonies and freeze their early passages. GMP and aseptic culturing of iPCSs and differentiation of patient iPSCs into Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) and maintenance of those RPE cultures. This work will include: Preparing media, supplements, and reagents needed cell culture work. Maintaining the cell culture room biosafety level 2 standards and maintaining aseptic conditions in cell culture flow hoods, incubators, and prepare sterile tools needed for work with cell cultures. The cell culture maintenance work will require working for short periods of times on the weekends and some holidays. Work to characterize the iPSC colonies for their pluripotency. This will require: Immunostaining of iPSCs, preparing RNA and cDNA from iPSCs, and Performing qRT-PCR assays. Additionally they will perform three germ layer assay based functional characterization of iPSCs. This work will also include any cell types that act as control for his iPSC work. Prepare regulatory documents for FDA and technology transfer Coordinate transfer of lab-technology to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP suite) Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with the Contract Research Organization (CRO) in relation to the cell therapy project. DESIRED BACKGROUND · Prior cell culture experience is required · Prior experience working in a cGMP environment is required

Novateur stands for Innovation. We value creativity, vision, collaboration, and above all, ambition to innovate. Novateur Research Solutions is an R&D firm located in Northern Virginia, developing intelligent systems that push the boundaries of computer vision, AI, and large-scale learning. We are hiring a Principal Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge programs in AI, computer vision, and intelligent systems. This role offers leadership opportunities to define new research directions and shape next-generation technologies. Responsibilities: • Serve as PI or co-PI on government-funded R&D programs. • Conceive, design, and oversee research in learning systems, spatiotemporal modeling, and geo-localization. • Publish, present, and contribute thought leadership to the AI community. • Mentor research staff and guide proposal development. Requirements: • PhD with 7+ years of research experience. • Demonstrated leadership in ML, vision, or scientific computing. • Record of funding, publications, and technical impact. • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. Preferred: • Experience with multimodal learning, uncertainty quantification, or causal inference. Why Novateur? Join a team that values creativity and initiative. At Novateur, you'll lead transformative projects that redefine what's possible in intelligent systems. Company Benefits: Novateur offers competitive pay and benefits comparable to Fortune 500 companies that include a wide choice of healthcare options with generous company subsidy, 401(k) with generous employer match, paid holidays and paid time off increasing with tenure, and company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a work environment which fosters individual thinking along with collaboration opportunities within and beyond Novateur. In return, we expect a high level of performance and passion to deliver enduring results for our clients.

PRIMARY PURPOSE The Special Activities and Intelligence (SAI) Program in our Operational Warfighting (OPS) Division at CNA is hiring for a part-time Research Scientist. Staff at this level will typically be leading smaller and/or less complex projects, playing a critical role as a team member on projects with specific technical/scientific expertise. For this role we are looking for people that have extensive experience in AI and ML. The SAI program conducts analyses that help decision-makers integrate information, intelligence, and exquisite effects into fleet operations. CNA has played an active role in the reconstruction of real-world incidents, assessment of the employment of operational teams, and the extraction of operational value from intelligence feeds. We also support efforts to integrate artificial intelligence and autonomous capabilities, crafting policies and procedures to guide their development and bridging the technology gap between defense and industry. CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission. JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES 1. Routinely produces analysis on structured and unstructured problems that meets CNA's quality standards with limited direction and general supervision. Demonstrates ability to develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems with assistance/support from more senior staff. Shows the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context. Can lead complex analytic projects with supervision. Begins to make connections and synthesize ideas across multiple, related studies. 2. Develops and maintains deep, specific institutional knowledge and expertise of primary clients/sponsors; their culture, organization, and issues. Uses that knowledge to support training & mentoring of new staff, to support on-going work, and to support development and shaping of new work for existing clients/ sponsors. 3. Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action. Contributes productively and harmoniously to the work of others; treats everyone respectfully, professionally and fairly. Independently identifies opportunities for collaboration within team, division, and operating unit. Supports supervisor's initiatives and helps make vision a reality. Recognizes and acknowledges contributions from subordinates. 4. Supports business development efforts and/or marketing activities by interacting with CNA managers and current clients/sponsors on securing follow on work (e.g., small grants, or above core projects), expanding or developing new ideas for future projects, and occasionally working with potential clients/sponsors on developing new project ideas. Occasionally serves as internal reviewer of technical proposals. 5. Interacts regularly and independently with clients/sponsors and related parties. Typical interactions are at the "peer equivalent" level, but some level of interaction at senior level. Can effectively represent CNA as an organization. 6. Influences decisions by sponsors/ clients; provide sponsors/clients with implementable recommendations. Occasionally supports efforts to enhance CNA's reputation via publishing and outreach activities. 7. Demonstrates strong and effective communications skills, to include ability to summarize and synthesize larger pieces of work into effective executive summaries/executive briefings. Can effectively present work to more senior and larger audiences. Effectively communicates with & engages colleagues at all levels of the organization. 8. Works under limited direction and general supervision from division management. Can lead projects of low to medium size and/or complexity, as well as significant tasks on large or more complex projects. Effectively manages all aspects of assigned projects, to include delivery of high-quality analytic products on-time, and on-budget. 9. Plays a supporting role in the mentoring and training of new staff individually or as a member of a project team. Regularly demonstrates initiative in pursuing improvements in the quality of our projects and analytic products. Participates in corporate initiatives when asked to do so, and makes contributions to initiatives focused on making CNA a better place to work. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS 1. Education: Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field (STEM), PhD preferred. 2. Experience: Typical minimum requirements 5+ years of experience in research and analysis. Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts and applications preferred. Experience with Navy and AI-related organizations and processes preferred. 3. Skills: Ability to work on progressively more difficult projects/analyses, including directing portions of large research projects or small to medium projects under general supervision Ability to operate independently and proactively in the execution of assignments; Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong critical thinking skills Knowledge of research techniques Strong planning and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong and effective oral and written communication skills Ability to interact directly and effectively with clients and influence their decisions 4. Other: Must have an active Top-Secret Security Clearance. SCI eligibility is highly desired. Required Documents Please upload the following documents with your application Resume Writing Sample CNA follows a broad band compensation framework that considers a range of criteria in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets; experience; degree, certifications, other business and organizational needs. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is around $73.00 - $81.25 hourly. CNA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Additionally, we provide generous paid time off programs to promote a health work-life balance. Eligibility for these benefits varies based on employment classification. CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors. In addition to federal legal requirements, CNA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. These protections extend to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring practices, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training and career development programs. For more information about EEO protections, please view the EEO is the law posters here: "EEO is the Law" Poster", "EEO Poster Supplement". The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. To be considered for hire, all individuals applying for positions with CNA are subject to a background investigation. For positions requiring access to classified information, U.S. citizenship is required. Individuals will also be subject to an additional government background investigation, and continued employment eligibility is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

DescriptionField Technical Support Scientist (Mass Spectrometry) Location: Washington, DC Salary: $97,000 - $99,500 per year Who are we? Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide? What can Shimadzu offer YOU? Our Culture - A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging Competitive Compensation - Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary Retirement Benefits - Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program Professional Growth - Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development Health Benefits - Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts Work-Life Balance - Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan Education - Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels Insurance Perks - Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs Work Flexibility - Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday! Employee Engagement - Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one's career and personal development ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION: For Service, Technical Support, Marketing & Sales Roles: Additional compensation is available through either an Incentive and/or Commission Plan. For Employees residing in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and California: Additional compensation is offered through a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Position Summary: Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking an MS Technical Support Scientist to join our team and provide expert technical support for our LC-MS products. In this role, you'll support our sales teams by conducting product demonstrations, installations, training, and post-sales assistance to ensure our customers maximize the value of their instrumentation. If you thrive in a customer-facing, technical environment and enjoy collaborating with a dynamic team, this position could be the perfect fit for you. JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Provide technical expertise during sales calls and product demonstrations. Conduct training sessions for customers and regional personnel. Run customer samples and develop application notes to showcase Shimadzu's LC-MS capabilities. Assist customers with adapting their analytical methodologies for our MS products. Oversee the regional MS demonstration inventory. Frequent travel to customer sites and regional offices (20%-50% overnight travel). Support and collaborate with regional teams and assist with training new technical support specialists. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field (MS or PhD preferred). At least 1 year of laboratory experience with LC-MS instrumentation. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, ability to interpret analytical data, and excellent customer relations. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel. At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications, accompanied by a salary adjustment. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This exempt, full-time position comes with a competitive salary range of $95,000 to $97,500 annually, paid semi-monthly. Eligible benefits include a 401K matching program and discretionary yearly contributions, with detailed information provided at the final interview stage. In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days (or state sick leave in California/Puerto Rico), 8 scheduled holidays, and 3 floating holidays. After one year, you'll have access to a generous short-term disability program, with premiums fully covered by the company. Employees are insured at 100% of their salary for the first 6 weeks and 66 2/3% for weeks 7 to 12. Additional variable compensation includes an incentive plan based on performance goals, paid semi-annually in April and October, along with a potential discretionary year-end bonus. The offer also includes a company car (with a $55 deduction for personal use) and a company phone, fully funded by the employer, which remains company property but can be used for personal calls. For more details on benefits, please visit ************************** Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means. EEO Statement: Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here . 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About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology. Employment Category: Full-Time Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site with global collaborations Travel: Frequent (domestic & international field missions, scientific meetings) Security Clearance: None Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship Salary: $130K - $175K Job Description: The Support Scientist IV will serve as a senior researcher under the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC, leading major research efforts in atmospheric science. This includes computational modeling, instrument development, and analysis of large satellite datasets. The role requires collaboration with scientists across institutions and management of junior researchers. ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery. Key Responsibilities Include: Plan and direct scientific research tasks in atmospheric science. Lead development of computational models and instrumentation concepts. Publish extensively and represent NASA at international conferences. Mentor and oversee other scientists within project teams. Benefits: Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability Flexible spending account Health savings account Tuition reimbursement Requirements 10+ years of scientific research experience. 5+ years of leadership in scientific project management. Strong background in atmospheric science with proven publication record. Advanced programming expertise (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python). Education: Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus ten years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more! Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I. ABOUT MICROBAC Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience. Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope. As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets. JOB SUMMARY The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses Perform equipment and instrumentation set up Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation Prepare and analyze samples Accurately record observations and data and interpret results Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training Sign off on final certificates of analysis Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's Monitor and address sample backlog issues Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science Prior analytical testing experience Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting Ability to interpret data and prepare reports Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders Computer literacy Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job may require travel less than 20% As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets. OTHER: This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Sr Bioinformatics Scientist - (25000388) Description The Senior Bioinformatics Scientist, serving as Assistant Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, is a leadership-level role requiring a Ph. D. in a biological or computational discipline and 8-15 years of relevant experience (inclusive of doctoral work). Reporting to the Director of the BTI Bioinformatics Core, this position provides scientific and technical leadership as the Core's primary “go-to” expert for methodological guidance, code standards, QC frameworks, and pipeline development, while mentoring Bioinformatics Scientists and supporting Core infrastructure. The role is split between 50% scientific oversight, project guidance, and code review and 50% hands-on computational biology analyses for the Rare Brain Tumor Program. The ideal candidate demonstrates deep technical expertise, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to open, reproducible science, with substantial pediatric oncology genomics experience, strong biological insight, and the ability to both embrace learning CNS tumor biology and guide the computational direction of multiple PIs' research programs. Qualifications Minimum EducationDoctor of Philosophy (Ph. D. ) Biological or computational discipline (Required) Minimum Work Experience8 years 8-15 years in applied bioinformatics, genomics, and computational work (can be inclusive of relevant computational Ph. D. dissertation years) (Required) Required Skills/KnowledgeTechnical Skills• Advanced proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments. • Expert-level programming and data analysis skills in R, Python, or equivalent. • Deep experience with NGS, microarray, multi-omics, and other high-throughput platforms and their application to specific biological questions. • Expertise with a broad range of bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and genomic databases, such as GATK, UCSC Genome Browser, Bioconductor, ENCODE, NCBI, Kids First, gnom AD, ClinVar, OMIM, HGMD, and COSMIC. • Demonstrated expertise in GitHub, containerization (Docker, Podman, and/or Singularity), and workflow automation. • Strong grasp of workflow management tools (e. g. , Snakemake, Nextflow, WDL, CWL). • Expertise using high-performance computing (HPC) environments and/or cloud platforms (e. g. , AWS, Google Cloud) for large-scale analyses. • Ability to develop user-facing bioinformatics applications using tools such as RShiny or Python Streamlit. Scientific & Analytical Skills• Demonstrated ability to design and execute robust statistical analyses across diverse genomic and proteomic data types. • Deep expertise interpreting and visualizing results in biological or clinical contexts. • Deep domain expertise in at least one disease area or biological system through publications, pipelines, tools, and/or open-source contributions. • Experience writing scientific manuscripts, figure and methods development, and manuscript authorship. Collaborative and Professional Skills• Ability to lead complex interdisciplinary projects and guide teams from analysis to publication. • Strong mentorship skills and demonstrated ability to train junior scientists and analysts. • Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills. • Proven ability to interact effectively with investigators, clinicians, laboratory staff, peers, and institutional leadership. • Commitment to open and team science practices, including transparency, reproducibility, shared documentation, and collaborative problem-solving. • Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies such as Scrum, Agile, Jira, GitHub Projects, Trello, or Asana to coordinate timelines, tasks, and deliverables across teams. Functional AccountabilitiesResponsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Uphold the highest ethical standards and integrity in all scientific activities. Ensure data privacy and patient confidentiality standards. Maintain reproducibility and transparency in code, workflows, and documentation. Properly cite software tools, data sources, and collaborators. Comply with institutional policies and federal regulations governing research and data use. Bioinformatics Analysis & Method DevelopmentLead the development and implementation of novel and optimized workflows for large-scale -omic datasets. Design rigorous statistical frameworks that align with study goals and clinical hypotheses. Collaborate with investigators to determine the most effective computational approaches to complex problems with biological context. Contribute significantly to high-impact publications and grant proposals. Technical Oversight & TroubleshootingResolve advanced, multi-layered bioinformatics and workflow issues independently. Design scalable, sustainable solutions to recurring analysis or infrastructure challenges. Serve as technical advisor to junior bioinformatics staff, providing design, optimization, and troubleshooting support. Scientific Communication & Grant SupportLead preparation of figures, written analysis, and supplemental methods for manuscripts, grants, and collaborators. Clearly present findings and strategy in lab/collaborator meetings, present journal clubs, and attend scientific conferences. Provide strategic guidance to principal investigators on computational planning in proposals. Leadership Collaboration and MentorshipPartner with investigators, clinicians, project leads, and other bioinformatics staff to define project goals, analysis strategies, coordinate data workflows, and support scientific goals. Lead multidisciplinary bioinformatics collaborations from project inception through delivery. Mentor junior scientists and analysts in bioinformatics methods, code quality, and scientific interpretation. Foster a culture of scientific rigor, reproducibility, and learning. Contribute reusable, well-documented code to team repositories. Coordinate timelines and deliverables using project management tools (e. g. , Jira, GitHub Projects, Asana) and collaborative workflows. Innovation, Open Science, & Community EngagementContribute to and lead the development of open-source software, reproducible workflows, and institutional tooling. Stay abreast of innovations in bioinformatics tools, databases, and standards. Organize and develop training workshops, tutorials, and best-practice guides to advance team-wide and institutional bioinformatics capacity. Deepen domain-specific expertise (e. g. , pediatric cancer, neurodevelopment, rare disease) through literature synthesis, collaborations with subject matter experts, and community engagement. Represent the organization in consortia, workshops, and national/international scientific forums. Guide institutional practices in reproducibility, open science compliance, and infrastructure sustainability. Use domain knowledge to improve study design and analytical approaches to biological or clinical questions. Organizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Accountabilities (Leader) Deliver Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course-correct as needed Identify customers' needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs Engage Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance Hire staff and develop their capabilities Monitor and promote strong employee engagement Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Primary Location: District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations: Research & Innovation Campus 7144 13th Place NW Washington 20012Job: ResearchOrganization: Ctr Cancer & Immunology RsrchPosition Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift: DayWork Schedule: 40Job Posting: Dec 4, 2025, 2:09:35 PMFull-Time Salary Range: 118393. 6 - 197308. 8

A biopharmaceutical company seeks a Principal Scientist to lead the development of residual impurity assays for biologic products. This role demands strong technical leadership, project management, and a collaborative spirit in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. with over 6 years of relevant experience. The role offers significant support in both professional growth and performance-driven compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading environmental organization is seeking a Chief Scientist in Silver Spring, MD. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in earth sciences, specializing in climate and weather modeling. This role involves enhancing NOAA's forecasting accuracy and leading research initiatives guided by open-source principles. Strong operational capabilities with earth systems data and a relevant advanced degree are required. Flexibility for telework is available, complementing a competitive compensation and benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr

* Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, machine learning engineers and product managers to deliver AI powered products that change how customers interact with their money.* Leverage a broad stack of technologies - Pytorch, AWS Ultraclusters, Hugging Face, LangChain, Lightning, VectorDBs, and more - to reveal the insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data.* Be the expert in Natural Language Processing (NLP) to harness the power of Large Language Models (LLMs), adapt and finetune them for customer facing applications and features.* Build machine learning and NLP models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, and validation; partnering with engineering teams to operationalize them in scalable and resilient production systems that serve 80+ million customers.* Flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals.* Customer first. You love the process of analyzing and creating, but also share our passion to do the right thing. You know at the end of the day it's about making the right decision for our customers.* Innovative. You continually research and evaluate emerging technologies. You stay current on published state-of-the-art methods, technologies, and applications and seek out opportunities to apply them.* Creative. You thrive on bringing definition to big, undefined problems. You love asking questions and pushing hard to find answers. You're not afraid to share a new idea.* A leader. You challenge conventional thinking and work with stakeholders to identify and improve the status quo. You're passionate about talent development for your own team and beyond.* Technical. You're comfortable with advanced ML and DL technologies including language models and are passionate about developing further. You have hands-on experience working with LLMs and solutions using open-source tools and cloud computing platforms.* Influential. You are passionate about AI/ML and can bring along a cross functional team in breakthrough innovations. You communicate clearly and effectively to share your findings with non-technical audiences.* You are experienced in training language models or large computer vision models as well as have expertise in one or more key subdomains such as: training optimization, self-supervised learning, explainability, RLHF.* You have an engineering mindset as shown by a track record of delivering models at scale both in training data and inference volumes. You have experience in delivering libraries, platforms, or solution level code to existing products.* A Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) plus 5 years of experience performing data analytics* A Master's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) or an MBA with a quantitative concentration plus 3 years of experience performing data analytics* A PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field)* Master's Degree in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) plus 3 years of experience in data analytics, or PhD in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)* At least 1 year of experience working with AWS* At least 3 years' experience in Python, Scala, or R* At least 3 years' experience with machine learning* At least 3 years' experience with SQLCapital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. #J-18808-Ljbffr

PRIMARY PURPOSE CNA is hiring for Research Scientists to join their Advanced Technology Assessments (ATA) division. Staff at this level will typically be leading smaller and/or less complex projects, playing a critical role as a team member on projects with specific technical/scientific expertise. As part of the Department of the Navy's Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), CNA's Advanced Technology Assessments (ATA) division provides analysis that evaluates the military utility and efficacy of emerging defense technologies and prototypes, operational test and evaluation of DoD programs of record, and tactics development and resourcing decisions for existing naval aircraft. Analyses from ATA help the Navy make data-informed resourcing, training, and modernization decisions for new and existing defense technologies, with a focus on naval aircraft. Our research supports defense innovation programs to ensure operational effectiveness and lethality and to maintain the technological superiority of US military forces. ATA also contributes independent analyses to the testing of new aviation systems and the development of tactics to optimize the effectiveness of existing aircraft. ATA Scientists typically work collaboratively and independently with research staff from other research areas across the FFRDC, as well as with some sponsors and staffs. They have demonstrated research and analysis experience, and they require less direction and supervision than entry-level research staff. CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission. JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES 1. Routinely produces analysis on structured and unstructured problems that meets CNA's quality standards with limited direction and general supervision. Demonstrates ability to develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems with assistance/support from more senior staff. Shows the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context. Can lead complex analytic projects with supervision. Begins to make connections and synthesize ideas across multiple, related studies. 2. Develops and maintains deep, specific institutional knowledge and expertise of primary clients/sponsors; their culture, organization, and issues. Uses that knowledge to support training & mentoring of new staff, to support on-going work, and to support development and shaping of new work for existing clients/ sponsors. 3. Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action. Contributes productively and harmoniously to the work of others; treats everyone respectfully, professionally and fairly. Independently identifies opportunities for collaboration within team, division, and operating unit. Supports supervisor's initiatives and helps make vision a reality. Recognizes and acknowledges contributions from subordinates. 4. Supports business development efforts and/or marketing activities by interacting with CNA managers and current clients/sponsors on securing follow on work (e.g., small grants, or above core projects), expanding or developing new ideas for future projects, and occasionally working with potential clients/sponsors on developing new project ideas. Occasionally serves as internal reviewer of technical proposals. 5. Interacts regularly and independently with clients/sponsors and related parties. Typical interactions are at the "peer equivalent" level, but some level of interaction at senior level. Can effectively represent CNA as an organization. 6. Influences decisions by sponsors/ clients; provide sponsors/clients with implementable recommendations. Occasionally supports efforts to enhance CNA's reputation via publishing and outreach activities. 7. Demonstrates strong and effective communications skills, to include ability to summarize and synthesize larger pieces of work into effective executive summaries/executive briefings. Can effectively present work to more senior and larger audiences. Effectively communicates with & engages colleagues at all levels of the organization. 8. Works under limited direction and general supervision from division management. Can lead projects of low to medium size and/or complexity, as well as significant tasks on large or more complex projects. Effectively manages all aspects of assigned projects, to include delivery of high-quality analytic products on-time, and on-budget. 9. Plays a supporting role in the mentoring and training of new staff individually or as a member of a project team. Regularly demonstrates initiative in pursuing improvements in the quality of our projects and analytic products. Participates in corporate initiatives when asked to do so, and makes contributions to initiatives focused on making CNA a better place to work. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS 1. Education: Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, PhD preferred. Background in STEM preferred. 2. Experience: Typical minimum requirements 5+ years of experience in research and analysis, preferably in the national defense arena (within the Department of the Navy or in the context of an FFRDC or a University Affiliated Research Center is a plus). 3. Skills: Experience using programming tools for analyzing large datasets, perform numerical computations, and create visualizations is preferred. Relevant tools include Python, R, and MATLAB. Ability to work on progressively more difficult projects/analyses, including directing portions of large research projects or small to medium projects under general supervision Ability to operate independently and proactively in the execution of assignments; Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment Strong critical thinking skills Knowledge of research techniques Strong planning and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong and effective oral and written communication skills Ability to interact directly and effectively with clients and influence their decisions. 4. Working environment: The ATA Division conducts mostly classified work that must be done at CNA's facility in Arlington, VA. However, in those situations where analysts are working on unclassified parts of a classified study or on a study that is not classified, we offer a hybrid working environment that allows analysts to work off-site (typically from home). Some amount of travel is expected to meet with clients and sponsors outside of the greater Washington, DC area. 5. Other: Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance; TS/SCI Clearance eligibility is preferrable. Required Documents Resume or CV - Please upload your resume or CV Cover letter - Please upload a cover letter as part of your application that introduces yourself, summarizes your relevant skills and experiences, and describes why you would be a valuable asset to CNA's ATA Division. Writing Sample - Please upload a research paper or journal article that demonstrates your writing and research skills (draft copies are acceptable). Optional documents Transcripts (highly desired) - In a later stage of the hiring process, we may require your undergraduate and graduate transcripts. To have them considered as part of your application now, please upload them with your resume or CV. Letters of recommendations (highly desired) - In a later stage of the hiring process, we may require letters of recommendation or professional references for us to contact. CNA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Additionally, we provide generous paid time off programs to promote a health work-life balance. Eligibility for these benefits varies based on employment classification. CNA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service and protected veterans, or other non-merit based factors. In addition to federal legal requirements, CNA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. These protections extend to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring practices, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training and career development programs. For more information about EEO protections, please view the EEO is the law posters here: "EEO is the Law" Poster", "EEO Poster Supplement". The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. To be considered for hire, all individuals applying for positions with CNA are subject to a background investigation. For positions requiring access to classified information, U.S. citizenship is required. Individuals will also be subject to an additional government background investigation, and continued employment eligibility is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology. Employment Category: Full-Time Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site & Field Missions Travel: Some/Frequent (domestic campaigns, workshops) Security Clearance: None Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 Job Description: The Support Scientist II will assist NASA scientists and engineers with advanced research tasks under the ATMOS contract. This includes instrument development, model evaluation, and analysis of atmospheric datasets. The role involves contributing to peer-reviewed publications and presenting results at conferences. ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery. Key Responsibilities Include: Conduct scientific analysis on atmospheric models and observational datasets. Provide operational support for instruments at GSFC and in the field. Collaborate with NASA scientists on mission planning and research goals. Publish findings in journals and present at scientific meetings. Benefits: Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability Flexible spending account Health savings account Tuition reimbursement Requirements 2+ years of research experience in atmospheric or related sciences. Strong background in programming (FORTRAN, Python, C/C++). Familiarity with visualization/analysis tools such as IDL, MATLAB, or LabVIEW. Record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. Education: Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or equivalent.

Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more! Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I . ABOUT MICROBAC Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience. Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope. As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets. JOB SUMMARY The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses Perform equipment and instrumentation set up Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation Prepare and analyze samples Accurately record observations and data and interpret results Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training Sign off on final certificates of analysis Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's Monitor and address sample backlog issues Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science Prior analytical testing experience Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting Ability to interpret data and prepare reports Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders Computer literacy Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job may require travel less than 20% As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets. OTHER: This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

* Partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to deliver a product customers love* Leverage a broad stack of technologies - Python, Conda, AWS, H2O, Spark, and more - to reveal the insights hidden within huge volumes of numeric and textual data* Build machine learning models through all phases of development, from design through training, evaluation, validation, and implementation* Flex your interpersonal skills to translate the complexity of your work into tangible business goals* Innovative. You continually research and evaluate emerging technologies. You stay current on published state-of-the-art methods, technologies, and applications and seek out opportunities to apply them.* Creative. You thrive on bringing definition to big, undefined problems. You love asking questions and pushing hard to find answers. You're not afraid to share a new idea.* A leader. You challenge conventional thinking and work with stakeholders to identify and improve the status quo. You're passionate about talent development for your own team and beyond.* A Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) plus 5 years of experience performing data analytics* A Master's Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) or an MBA with a quantitative concentration plus 3 years of experience performing data analytics* A PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field)* Master's Degree in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) plus 3 years of experience in data analytics, or PhD in “STEM” field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)* At least 1 year of experience working with AWS* At least 3 years' experience in Python, Scala, or R* At least 3 years' experience with machine learning* At least 3 years' experience with SQLCapital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC): Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers' missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees' growth, well-being, and success-fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment. Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology. Employment Category: Full-Time Location: Greenbelt, MD - On-site with some field support Travel: Some (domestic field campaigns, scientific meetings) Security Clearance: None Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship Salary: $80K - $110K Number of Positions: 5 Job Description: STC is seeking a Support Scientist I to support the ATMOS contract at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). This entry-level scientist role provides research and analysis support to NASA scientists, including model development, data analysis, and operational instrument support. The Support Scientist I will contribute to scientific publications, proposals, and presentations. ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA's mission and expand scientific discovery. Key Responsibilities Include: Assist with modeling, instrument development, and data analysis. Provide scientific expertise in one or more areas of atmospheric science. Contribute to research proposals, peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations. Support operations of scientific instruments at GSFC or during field missions. Benefits: Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability Flexible spending account Health savings account Tuition reimbursement Requirements Experience in scientific programming (FORTRAN, C/C++, Python). Familiarity with MATLAB, IDL, LabVIEW, or similar analysis tools. Record of academic or research publications desirable. Education: Ph.D. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer science, or M.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus six years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

Come join our family! Microbac Laboratories is an essential business offering competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flex-time, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more! Whether you are just starting your career in science or looking to further it, Microbac will put you on the path of an exciting career with room to grow. Quality, safety, giving back to our communities, diversity and inclusion, customer success and employee wellbeing are part of our core culture. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our family as an Associate Scientist I. ABOUT MICROBAC Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients worldwide, offering laboratory solutions to the life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined over nearly 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience. Through our network of laboratories, offices, and field services, we have the flexibility to meet the unique requirements for each client, project, and scope. As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets. JOB SUMMARY The Associate Scientist I, working in an accredited commercial laboratory, is responsible for assisting with the conduct of microbiological assays and associated activities to determine antimicrobial efficacy of household and commercial cleaning products. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Following established SOP's and adhering to state, federal and other accrediting body requirements, collect information about the antimicrobial properties of substances/samples to support the analytical testing needs of our clients for such purposes as quantitative or qualitative analysis, and product development Perform laboratory housekeeping duties to include autoclaving and glassware processing Prepare necessary standards, solutions, reagents, media, etc., required for sample analyses Perform equipment and instrumentation set up Operate basic and specialized laboratory instrumentation Prepare and analyze samples Accurately record observations and data and interpret results Assists in the development and validation of new analytical methods Assists in the development of new laboratory procedures Assist department supervisors and managers with staff training Sign off on final certificates of analysis Contribute to writing, editing, and reviewing SOP's Monitor and address sample backlog issues Perform peer review of data to ensure accuracy Maintain accurate, up to date logs, notebooks, and equipment records Perform necessary laboratory administrative functions such as filing paperwork, photocopying, reviewing of data, and entering data into computerized LIMS Comply with and promote Personnel, Safety, and Quality Program MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited institution in a related field of applied science Prior analytical testing experience Above average knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation commonly used in a laboratory setting Ability to interpret data and prepare reports Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines and rush orders Computer literacy Ability to work with delicate laboratory equipment Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general laboratory and office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job may require travel less than 20% As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets. OTHER: This is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.