Senior Applied Scientist , Research and Applied Science Team, PXT Senior Talent and Transformation Amazon.com IncSenior Applied Scientist , Research and Applied Science Team, PXT Senior Talent and TransformationArlington, VAYou might spend the morning working through a thorny implementation problem, figuring out how to encode a psychometric scoring model into a pipeline that holds up under the messiness of real production data, debugging an LLM evaluation harness that is behaving inconsistently across assessment scenarios, or refactoring a causal estimation component so that another team can run it without calling you first. You will work alongside Senior and Principal Research Scientists, an Amazon Scholar, Product Management, and a Senior Applied Scientist who bring deep expertise in behavioral science, psychometrics, and causal inference, and you will be the driving force behind turning that expertise into working, deployable systems for our Amazon executives.
Research Scientist Metron, Inc.Research ScientistReston, VAOur Reston office is seeking talented candidates to develop mathematical models and algorithms, develop and demonstrate prototype software, and participate in operational analysis related to their technical work. Areas of focus span a broad spectrum from data analysis and fusion, artificial intelligence and machine learning, signal processing, multi-variable optimization, mission planning and tactical decision aids.
Senior Research Scientist - Policy Educational Testing ServiceSenior Research Scientist - PolicyWashington, DC$155,000–$165,000 / yearWe seek quantitative scientists with expertise in one or more of the following areas: causal inference and quasi-experimental designs in education policy; analysis of large-scale assessment data (e.g., NAEP, PISA, PIAAC) and equity-forward reporting; responsible AI/ML for policy and practice (including bias detection and mitigation); measurement and validation of durable skills and civic capacities; longitudinal systems analysis; and program evaluation that translates research into actionable policy guidance. Through strategic acquisitions, we've expanded our global capabilities: PSI strengthens our workforce assessment solutions, while Edusoft, Kira Talent, Pipplet, Vericant, and Wheebox enhance our educational technology and assessment platforms across critical markets worldwide.
Research Scientist RF Machine Learning Peraton IncResearch Scientist RF Machine LearningCollege Park, MD$135,000–$216,000 / yearYou will collaborate with researchers, software engineers, signal processing experts, and customer stakeholders to solve complex problems involving RF sensing, signal characterization, waveform analysis, spectrum awareness, and machine learning-enabled wireless systems. This role will focus on leading the design, development, prototyping, and evaluation of RF Machine Learning algorithms and signal processing techniques for advanced wireless, spectrum, cyber, and communications research.
2027 PhD Graduate - Computational Geospace Modeling Research Scientist Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory2027 PhD Graduate - Computational Geospace Modeling Research ScientistLaurel, MarylandFull timeThe successful candidate will have a demonstrable record of publishing original research in peer-reviewed journals, participation and leadership in proposal development, collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams, and contributions to externally funded research and development programs. Research activities include the development and coupling of large-scale numerical models, scientific software engineering, model validation, data assimilation, satellite drag prediction, upper-atmosphere dynamics, and comparisons with satellite and ground-based observations.
AI Engineer/Scientist - Staff Seekr Technologies IncAI Engineer/Scientist - StaffReston, VAAvailable across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments, SeekrFlow reduces bias, strengthens data integrity, and simplifies model oversight so organizations can rely on trusted AI decisions in high-stakes settings that impact society's most sensitive and vital systems. Trusted by leading enterprises and government agencies, we partner with defense, finance, telecom, and critical infrastructure leaders to enable AI solutions that drive real-world results with unmatched transparency and control.
AI Engineer/Scientist, Staff Seekr Technologies IncAI Engineer/Scientist, StaffReston, VAAvailable across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments, SeekrFlow reduces bias, strengthens data integrity, and simplifies model oversight so organizations can rely on trusted AI decisions in high-stakes settings that impact society's most sensitive and vital systems. Trusted by leading enterprises and government agencies, we partner with defense, finance, telecom, and critical infrastructure leaders to enable AI solutions that drive real-world results with unmatched transparency and control.
Principal Cyber Research Scientist RTXPrincipal Cyber Research ScientistColumbia, MarylandBBN’s Network & Cyber Technologies (NCT) team leverages computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, and physics to tackle customer challenges in electromagnetic warfare (EW), communications, cybersecurity, cyberspace operations, networking, and RF domains for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. You are the ideal candidate if you are a recognized researcher with strong skills in these areas for DoD and IC capabilities; you are a strong writer and communicator; you can identify and forge connections between stakeholder opportunities and our technical teams’ capabilities; you have a strong technical background in these areas; and you desire an opportunity to pursue and execute on external funding from government research agencies ( e.g.
Research Scientist, Intelligent Talent Acquisition Amazon.com IncResearch Scientist, Intelligent Talent AcquisitionArlington, VALast year we delivered over 6 million online candidate assessments, and helped Amazon deliver billions of packages around the world by making it possible to hire hundreds of thousands of workers in the right quantity, at the right location and at exactly the right time. ITA is an industry-leading people science and technology organization made up of scientists, engineers, analysts, product professionals and more, all with the shared goal of connecting the right people to the right jobs in a way that is fair and precise.
2027 PhD Graduate - Computational Geospace Modeling Research Scientist Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC2027 PhD Graduate - Computational Geospace Modeling Research ScientistLaurel, MDThe successful candidate will have a demonstrable record of publishing original research in peer-reviewed journals, participation and leadership in proposal development, collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams, and contributions to externally funded research and development programs. Research activities include the development and coupling of large-scale numerical models, scientific software engineering, model validation, data assimilation, satellite drag prediction, upper-atmosphere dynamics, and comparisons with satellite and ground-based observations.
Signal Processing Research Scientist RTXSignal Processing Research ScientistArlington, VirginiaThe team specializes in delivering networked sensor system solutions by combining a strong understanding of the underlying physics, high-fidelity modeling, simulation of complex signatures and propagation phenomenology, deep expertise in signal processing, EM and RF phenomenology, and computer science, proven capabilities in system development, and mature tools to enable rapid design cycles from theory to demonstration. Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 RTX BBN solves challenging problems of high importance to our customers in the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community and Industry by rapidly prototyping systems for sensing complex physical phenomena, correlating them to events of interest, and producing high-value, actionable information from the sensed data.
Bioassay Research Scientist II GuidehouseBioassay Research Scientist IISilver Spring, MD$65,000–$108,000 / yearDevelop, optimize, and support qualification of cell-based bioassays capable of detecting total NF-B activity and subunit-specific NF-B activity, with emphasis on c-Rel-specific bioassays for comparative analysis studies. Experience developing potency, functional, mechanism-of-action, or subunit-specific bioassays (i.e. NF-B, c-Rel, RelA, RelB, p50, p52) and analyzing inflammatory and oncology-related signaling pathways.
Senior Scientist Bioscience GTTSenior Scientist BioscienceGaithersburg, MDThis role supports early oncology initiatives through hands-on laboratory work and cross-functional collaboration, contributing to patient-centric model systems that inform drug development decisions. GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska.
Research Scientist Guidehouse IncResearch ScientistBethesda, MD$98,000–$163,000 / yearCompensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Extensive experience related to next generation sequencing methods and analyses (e.g., RNA-seq, scRNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, Hi-C, HiChIP, PCA, UMAP, tSNE).
AI and ML Research Scientist Booz Allen Hamilton IncAI and ML Research ScientistAdelphi, MD$69,400–$158,000 / yearYou'll grow your skills in data science, AI, machine learning, operationalization, and predictive modeling, and shape the future of analytics through a variety of means like patents, peer-reviewed papers, major conference presentations, and code submissions. We're looking for someone like you to steer complex data exploration and analytics projects through your experience with programming languages such as Python and Embedded C, operationalizing models, containerization, data architecture, and cloud computing platforms for Army applications.
Senior Research Scientist US QuandelaSenior Research Scientist USWashington, DCThe company’s unique ability to offer both hardware and software solutions, along with its commitment to build energy efficient datacenters and scalability, positions it to play a key role in the next wave of innovation, and in many strategic and sovereign industrial sectors. We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist with a strong scientific background in quantum computing, quantum photonics, or a closely related field to contribute to and lead advanced research activities in the United States.
Biotechnology Research Scientist SURVICE Engineering CompanyBiotechnology Research ScientistAdelphi, MD$110,000–$130,000 / yearUse techniques for the quantification, synthesis, purification, and assembly of DNA such as PCR (including Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (QPCR), Reverse Transcription (RT)-PCR), enzymatic kits for DNA manipulation, and gel electrophoresis. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering.
Scientist (50864) Gap Solutions, Inc.Scientist (50864)Bethesda, MDWrite papers and abstracts detailing research efforts and results for publication in peer-reviewed journals; prepare PowerPoint presentations as appropriate. Independently direct and conduct special research projects that have a high priority for the laboratory with special emphasis in the development of novel research treatments.
Quantum Researcher Scientist Pivot Path SolutionsQuantum Researcher ScientistGaithersburg, MDThe successful candidate will bring demonstrated expertise in one or more areas, including quantum computing, quantum sensing and metrology, quantum communications and networking, quantum optics, superconducting or atomic quantum systems, quantum algorithms, or quantum error correction. Experience with superconducting circuits or qubits, trapped ions, neutral atoms, quantum photonics, single-photon systems, quantum sensors, or comparable quantum platforms.
NewResearch Scientist III - MPS The Henry M Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine IncResearch Scientist III - MPSBethesda, MDThe successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an independent program of research, disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and national scientific meetings, collaborate across interdisciplinary teams, and contribute to projects that support USU, CDP, and Department of War priorities. The Consortium serves as a central resource for the Military Health System (MHS), advancing behavioral health education, training, research, and clinical practice to improve the quality of care provided to service members, veterans, and their families.