assistant scientist

University of Florida

<p></p><div><div><p><b>JOB NO:</b></p>
<div>539216</div><br>
<p><b>WORK TYPE:</b></p>
<div>Tenure-Track Faculty</div><br>
<p><b>LOCATION:</b></p>
<div>Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)</div><br>
<p><b>CATEGORIES:</b></p>
<div>Health Care Administration/Support, Medicine/Physicians</div><br>
<p><b>DEPARTMENT:</b></p><div>
29080100 - MD-PATHOLOGY-GENERAL</div></div><br>
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<div><div><div><div><b>CLASSIFICATION TITLE:</b></div> <div>Assistant Scientist</div>
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<div><div><b>CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</b></div>
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<p>A PhD in biology, biomedical science, biomedical engineering or other related engineering field, cardiovascular or science</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>JOB DESCRIPTION:</b></div>
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<p>The Assistant Scientist will join a highly interactive and collaborative research team to study the effects of drugs of abuse and HIV infection on the vasculature. The Assistant Scientist must be willing to work on several different projects involving infectious agents, drugs of abuse, and microfluidic models of the vasculature (lung, salivary glands, larynx, aorta, barriers of the CNS). In addition, the Assistant Scientist will be in charge of proper record keeping of methodology, experimental plan, results etc. It is also expected that the scientist will analyze data, perform analyses, present results, and prepare data for publication. The successful candidate will be encouraged to facilitate collaborative research efforts with other laboratories and to train laboratory personnel (including students) in research methods, procedures, and equipment.</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>EXPECTED SALARY:</b></div>
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<p>$80,000</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Highly motivated individual capable of working independently or as part of a team.</li>
<li>Proficient in standard lab/office equipment and software, including MS Office.</li>
<li>Willingness to work with infectious agents.</li>
<li>Experience with cell culture and animal models</li>
<li>Strong written and oral communication skills.</li>
<li>Demonstrate organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.</li>
<li>Ability to keep accurate records of research performed to NIH standards.</li>
<li>Ability to interact with collaborators, which includes students, faculty, and staff.</li>
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<div><div><b>PREFERRED:</b></div> <div>Experience with endothelial cells, computer-aided design modeling and software, microfluidic models, and microscopy</div>
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<div><div><b>SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:</b></div>
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<p>In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.</p>
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Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.</p>
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Applicants should apply online @ jobs.ufl.edu, and include a curriculum vitae, a letter outlining interests, and three letters of reference. The letters may also be sent directly to Dr. Allison Andrews, (andrews.allison@ufl.edu), Search Committee Chair, Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Florida College of Medicine, and copy Stacey Oliver (oliversl@ufl.edu ).</p></div><br>
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<div><div><b>HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:</b></div> <div>Yes</div></div></div><br>
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</div><p></p><div><p><b>ADVERTISED:</b></p>
<div>19 Mar 2026</div> Eastern Daylight Time<br>
<p><b>APPLICATIONS CLOSE:</b></p>
<div><div>03 Apr 2026</div></div>
Eastern Daylight Time</div></div><p></p>

Assistant Scientist

PepsiCo

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  Overview
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  PepsiCo is looking for R&amp;D Product Development Assistant Scientist (Europe Foods) to join in Leicester.
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 The R&amp;D Assistant Scientist supports the effective delivery of projects within the Europe Foods R&amp;D Team in support of the EMEA AOP, including prototyping, leading factory trials and providing support to cross functional partners (e.g Specifications, ZBR&rsquo;s, resolving Quality issues etc) related to the portfolio.
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   Reporting to the R&amp;D Manager, support the execution of multiple Product Development projects for Europe Foods including renovation and innovation workstreams to enable the Europe Foods AOP delivery and innovation pipeline building.
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   Lead aspects of product development independently escalating issues as required.
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   Lead benchtop recipe development and prototyping against marketing led concepts, and provide R&amp;D input to concept development.
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   Contribute to workstreams to improve ways of working across the team e.g. improvement of business processes to drive greater efficiencies, sharing of knowledge to create better team cohesion &amp; developing others through embedding best practise.
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   Work effectively in collaboration with cross-functional and R&amp;D discipline partners.
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   Leverage a combination of functional and business expertise to shape and develop the technical elements of winning consumer propositions that drive sustainable business growth.
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   Execute complex technical projects utilising solid technical project management tools and skills to ensure objectives are accomplished on time, to the agreed standards and within budget.
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   Demonstrated application of consumer product testing, sensory, analytical data to ensure excellent product launches through creation of accurate technical product specifications.
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   Apply Technical &amp; Business Governance processes effectively from feasibility stage right through to scale-up &amp; post launch support.
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  Qualifications
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   Graduate in Food, Science or Engineering discipline or equivalent or equivalent experience.
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   At least 2-3 years experience in FMCG R&amp;D product or technology development roles, managing NPD projects from concept to launch, ideally in the snack food product categories.
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   Demonstrated understanding &amp; application of consumer product testing, sensory &amp; analytical methods.
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   Co-ordination of 3rd party manufacturers &amp;/or suppliers to meet business goals.
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   Experience of working across different product areas.
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   In-depth analytical skills to interpret complex data and distil into meaningful information e.g. interpreting process data, experimental design and statistical inference.
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   Good understanding/appreciation of the broader business environment and application of technical and commercial knowledge during project execution.
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   Good interpersonal skills with ability to influence with integrity through persuasive communication to win support at more senior levels within R&amp;D and Supply Chain and to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders from different levels, backgrounds and cultures.
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R&D Product Development Assistant Scientist

SOKOL GxP Services

<div><p>SOKOL GxP Services is seeking an Associate Scientist/Engineer to join our on-site team in Summit, NJ. This role is integral to supporting oral solid formulation studies, working hands-on in laboratory and pilot plant settings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and travel between Summit and New Brunswick sites as needed to access specialized equipment and facilities.<br>
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Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>
Executing laboratory and pilot plant work to establish oral solid formulations;</li><li>
Designing and conducting experimental formulation studies;</li><li>
Performing material characterization and formulation testing;</li><li>
Developing and optimizing oral formulations using a design of experiments approach;</li><li>
Utilizing HPLC and dissolution testing techniques for oral formulations;</li><li>
Tracking and trending data for formulation development projects;</li><li>
Communicating effectively and transparently with peers and cross-functional partners;</li><li>
Traveling between NJ sites (Summit and New Brunswick) as required to access labs and equipment.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
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Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a science or engineering field;</li><li>
0&ndash;3 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical formulation, laboratory, or pilot-plant work (internship experience acceptable);</li><li>
Hands-on experience performing HPLC and dissolution testing for oral formulations;</li><li>
Experience working in cGMP/FDA-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments (internship experience acceptable);</li><li>
Ability to travel between Summit, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ sites as needed.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Advanced degree in a science or engineering field;</li><li>
Experience with oral solid formulation development;</li><li>
Experience with material characterization techniques such as DSC and/or TGA;</li><li>
Experience using Design of Experiments (DoE) to design and optimize formulation studies;</li><li>
Data trending and statistical analysis skills.</li></ul><br>
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Benefits</b><p><br>
Competitive hourly rate: <b>$28 &ndash; $35.56/hr (W-2 only, no C2C)</b>
</p><p>Working Hours: Monday - Friday, regular business hours</p><p>
8-month contract with possible extension
</p><p>Health insurance, holiday pay, 401(k) program, and other benefits</p><p>
Employee referral bonus program</p></div>

Assistant Scientist - Oral Solid Formulation

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation

<div><p><b>Position Overview and Responsibilities</b></p>
<p><b>Areas of focus: </b>Immunometabolism, Tissue Inflammation, and Cancer Development<br>
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The laboratory of Dr. Meng Zhao in the Arthritis &amp; Clinical Immunology Research Program at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist or Assistant Staff Scientist to join a growing and dynamic research program focused on how T cell metabolic stress reshapes immune function and drives tissue inflammation and tumor development.</p>
<p>Our work integrates cellular immunology, mitochondrial biology, and genetically engineered mouse models to define how immune cell&ndash;intrinsic metabolic remodeling licenses chronic inflammation and cancer progression. We are particularly interested in mechanistic pathways linking mitochondrial structure, metabolic stress signaling, interferon responses, and microbiota-dependent tumorigenesis.</p>
<div>We welcome candidates who are driven to ask fundamental questions and who seek rigorous training in hypothesis-driven research with translational relevance to inflammatory disease and cancer.<br>
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Scientific Environment:<br>
The Zhao laboratory emphasizes rigorous mechanistic experimentation combined with multi-omics integration to uncover disease-driving pathways. The fellow will have access to state-of-the-art resources including:<br>
<ul><li>Spectral and high-parameter flow cytometry</li><li>Advanced confocal and high-resolution microscopy</li><li>Genetically engineered mouse models</li><li>Metabolomics and mitochondrial functional assays</li><li>Bulk and single-cell RNA-seq</li><li>Spatial transcriptomics platforms</li><li>Collaborative microbiome and systems biology support</li></ul>
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Mentorship and Career Development:<br>
This position provides:<br>
<ul><li>Close and regular mentorship from the PI</li><li>Opportunities to develop independent research questions</li><li>Support for fellowship applications</li><li>Experience in manuscript preparation and grant writing</li><li>Opportunities to mentor trainees and develop leadership skills</li></ul>
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OMRF has repeatedly been recognized as a Best Place to Work for Postdocs by The Scientist. The Arthritis &amp; Clinical Immunology Program houses one of only ten NIH-designated Autoimmune Centers of Excellence in the U.S., providing a highly collaborative and stimulating environment. In addition, OMRF&rsquo;s Postdoctoral Training Committee and Postdoctoral Association provide structured professional development, networking opportunities, and career guidance.</div>
<div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent (or expected to receive degree soon).</li><li>Strong analytical and conceptual skills.</li><li>Motivation to develop scientific independence.</li><li>Excellent experimental and communication skills.</li><li>Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.</li><li>Ability to communicate and write summaries of result.</li><li>Professionalism while interacting with a diverse group of people, personalities, and cultures.</li></ul>
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<b>Preferred Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>Prior experience in cancer mouse models, histology and microbiota is beneficial but not required.</li><li>Demonstrated productivity with peer-reviewed publications.</li></ul></div>
<p><b>Selected Publications</b><br>
<b>Zhao M*#,</b> Quintana A*, Zhang C*, Andreyev AY*, Kiosses W, Kuwana T, Murphy A, Hogan PG#, Kronenberg M#. Calcium signals regulate the functional differentiation of thymic iNKT cells. <b><i>EMBO J.</i></b> 2021 Aug 16;40(16):e107901, PMID: 34169542 (* co-first authors, # co-corresponding authors)</p>
<p><b>Zhao M*, </b>Svensson M*, Venken K, Sethi A, Engel I, Day JD, Elewaut D, Bottini N, Kronenberg M. Altered thymic differentiation and modulation of arthritis by invariant NKT cells expressing mutant ZAP70. <b><i>Nat. Communications.</i></b> 2018 Jul 6. 9:262 (* co-first author) PMCID: PMC6035278</p>
<p>Chandra S*, <b>Zhao M*</b>, Budelsky A, de Mingo Pulido A, Day J, Fu Z, Siegel L, Smith D, Kronenberg M. A new mouse strain for the analysis of invariant NKT cell function. <b><i>Nat Immunology.</i></b> 2015 Aug;16(8):799-800. (* co-first author) PMCID: PMC4711267</p>
<p><b>Special Instructions</b><br>
Please send the CV to Meng-Zhao@omrf.org in addition to completing online application.<br>
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<b>OMRF Overview</b><br>
Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nation&rsquo;s oldest, most respected independent, nonprofit biomedical research institutes. OMRF is dedicated to understanding and developing more effective treatments for human diseases, focusing on critical research areas such as Alzheimer&rsquo;s disease, cancer, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and cardiovascular disease. OMRF follows an innovative cross-disciplinary approach to medical research and ranks among the nation&rsquo;s leaders in patents per scientist.<br>
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Located in Oklahoma City, a city that offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy, OMRF has been voted one of the Top Workplaces since the inception of the award. This achievement has been accomplished thanks to OMRF individuals who share a unified understanding that our excellence can only be fully realized with a collective commitment to our mission, &ldquo;. . . so that more may live longer, healthier lives.&rdquo; Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to this mission.<br>
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<b>OMRF Benefits</b><br>
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite caf&eacute;, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro. Learn more about our benefits here.<br>
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OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Postdoctoral Scientist/Assistant Staff Scientist - Zhao Lab

Burns & McDonnell

<div><p><b>Description</b></p>
<p>The Assistant Environmental Scientist will assist in conducting environmental and siting studies, preparing permitting applications and analyzing environmental data for various types of projects, including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities and water treatment facilities.</p>
<ul><li>Assist in conducting field surveys, assessments and collecting project-related data for analysis in environmental impact projects.</li>
<li>Assist in preparation of technical reports, environmental impact statements and environmental field studies.</li>
<li>Provide assistance in utilizing GIS data for map production in accordance with standards and industry best practices.</li>
<li>Assist with performing environmental site investigations, support erosion control efforts and subsurface soil sampling.</li>
<li>Assist in conducting environmental compliance audits.</li>
<li>Assist in preparing a wide variety of permitting applications such as air, land use and cultural resources permitting.</li>
<li>Support site selection studies and preparation of related National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
<li>Complies with all policies and standards.</li>
</ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>A bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or a related natural science degree from an accredited program is required.</li>
<li>Prior internship or natural science field experience preferred.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Ability to clearly communicate both verbal and written technical information.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of environmental compliance and compliance audits.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of the environmental permitting process.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of GPS and working in the ArcGIS desktop environment.</li>
<li>Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li>
<li>Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.</li>
<li>Valid driver's license required.</li>
<li>Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Involvement on campus or in the community is preferred.</li>
<li>Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.</li>
</ul><p><b>Compensation</b></p>
<p>$65,000.00-100,000.00 Yearly</p>
<p>The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.</p>
<p><b>Benefits</b></p>
<p>Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns &amp; McDonnell&rsquo;s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits &amp; Wellness page.</p>
<p>This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.</p>
<p>EEO/Disabled/Veterans</p>
<p><b>Job</b> Environmental</p>
<p><b>Primary Location</b> US-CO-Denver</p>
<p><b>Schedule:</b> Full-time</p>
<p><b>Travel:</b> Yes, 25 % of the Time</p>
<p><b>Req ID:</b> 261313</p>
<p><b>Job Hire Type</b> Experienced #LI-DNI #ENS</p></div><p></p>

Assistant Environmental Scientist - Land Use, Siting & Routing (Denver)

New York University Abu Dhabi

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 Political scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) are looking to hire a full-time junior or assistant research Scientist &ndash; equivalent to a research assistant/associate at other institutions &ndash; to start in September 2026. The position entails data management, replication, and visualization as well as literature reviews and light text editing. There might be an opportunity for co-authorships for a qualified candidate.
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 A successful candidate must have advanced data analysis skills in R and Stata, experience with data visualization in R, and GIS data work in R and/or ArcGIS. The candidate must be self-motivated, an independent thinker, fluent in English, and have well-developed writing skills.
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 The position is open to applicants with a master&rsquo;s degree in any social science discipline, quantitative data analysis, or statistics, and with less than 5 years of research experience in the relevant field, and/or PhD degree with any level of experience. Candidates with qualifications in or familiarity with political science are preferred.
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 This is a full-time position based at NYU&rsquo;s campus in Abu Dhabi. The appointment will run from September 2026 until August 2027 with a possibility of extension.
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 The terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, transcript of degree, and the names of at least two referees, all in PDF format. If interested, please apply on Interfolio by April 10, 2026. For any questions feel free to reach out to Leonid Peisakhin lvp2@nyu.edu , Peter van der Windt pvd2@nyu.edu, and Christopher Paik cp92@nyu.edu.
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 NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity&rsquo;s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi&rsquo;s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.
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 NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.
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 Students are drawn from among the world&rsquo;s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.
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 At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it&rsquo;s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.
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 NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university&rsquo;s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University&rsquo;s mission.
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 NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
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Junior/Assistant Research Scientist in the Division of Social Science (Political Science) - Dr. Leonid Peisakhin

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><p>
The Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) team is seeking a dedicated, skilled, and innovative Applied Scientist with a robust background in machine learning, statistics, quality assurance, auditing methodologies, and automated evaluation systems to ensure the highest standards of data quality, to build industry-leading technology with Large Language Models (LLMs) and multimodal systems.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
As part of the AGI team, an Applied Scientist will collaborate closely with core scientist team developing Amazon Nova models. They will lead the development of comprehensive quality strategies and auditing frameworks that safeguard the integrity of data collection workflows. This includes designing auditing strategies with detailed SOPs, quality metrics, and sampling methodologies that help Nova improve performances on benchmarks. The Applied Scientist will perform expert-level manual audits, conduct meta-audits to evaluate auditor performance, and provide targeted coaching to uplift overall quality capabilities. A critical aspect of this role involves developing and maintaining LLM-as-a-Judge systems, including designing judge architectures, creating evaluation rubrics, and building machine learning models for automated quality assessment. The Applied Scientist will also set up the configuration of data collection workflows and communicate quality feedback to stakeholders. An Applied Scientist will also have a direct impact on enhancing customer experiences through high-quality training and evaluation data that powers state-of-the-art LLM products and services.<br>
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A day in the life<br>
An Applied Scientist with the AGI team will support quality solution design, conduct root cause analysis on data quality issues, research new auditing methodologies, and find innovative ways of optimizing data quality while setting examples for the team on quality assurance best practices and standards. Besides theoretical analysis and quality framework development, an Applied Scientist will also work closely with talented engineers, domain experts, and vendor teams to put quality strategies and automated judging systems into practice.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Master's degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, machine learning or equivalent quantitative field</li><li>Experience programming in Java, C++, Python or related language</li><li>Experience with SQL and an RDBMS (e.g., Oracle) or Data Warehouse</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience implementing algorithms using both toolkits and self-developed code</li><li>Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<p><br>
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.</p><br>
USA, MA, Boston - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually<br>
USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually</div><p></p>

Applied Scientist, Artificial General Intelligence

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