Director of Research

MPF Federal seeks a Microbiologist to support the Naval Health Research Center (NHRC), Operational Infectious Diseases (OID) Directorate.This position will support research on infectious pathogens affecting military personnel and advance studies related to pathogen biology, host-pathogen interactions, and disease transmission. This role will primarily be responsible for the development and optimization of laboratory processes supporting OID’s new wastewater surveillance program. The OID Directorate conducts ongoing, laboratory-based surveillance of US military populations in unique environments to quantify and study the etiology of infectious illnesses. Test specimens are collected from ongoing surveillance programs and from special investigations of febrile illnesses and acute gastroenteritis among military personnel or civilians (recruits, forces afloat, deployed forces, outbreaks of concern, and US-MX border populations). Compensation: $80,000.00-90,000.00 per year. Key Responsibilities: Pathogen Research & Characterization Develops laboratory workflows and optimizes assays to perform surveillance of target pathogens, particularly for wastewater. Utilizes molecular biology techniques, including concentration/extraction, quantitative PCR, and sequencing to identify and characterize microbial genomes of pathogens. Works with a multi-functional team to ensure project deliverables are met. Oversees technology transfer of completed assays to the operational laboratory surveillance team, including documentation of standard operating procedures, validation/verification planning, and end-user training. Studies pathogen characteristics such as virulence factors, transmission dynamics, resistance mechanisms, and environmental survivability. Laboratory Management & Quality Control Ensures compliance with biosafety and biosecurity standards, especially when handling high-containment or potentially hazardous pathogens. Implements quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of experimental data and laboratory procedures. Collaboration & Research Support Collaborates with multidisciplinary research teams, including laboratory operations, immunologists, epidemiologists, and clinicians, to support infectious disease studies within the OID Directorate. Contributes to the design and implementation of research projects by providing microbiological expertise and ensuring proper experimental design and execution. Participates in field studies and operational research to monitor pathogen spread, assess environmental factors, and collect samples for microbiological analysis. Data Analysis and Reporting Analyzes and interprets microbiological data using advanced statistical and bioinformatics tools. Prepares scientific reports, manuscripts, and presentations for publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences. Contributes to grant writing and funding proposals by providing scientific insights, research plans, and data analysis frameworks. Other Duties as Assigned Additional tasks or duties may be assigned Requirements PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related field. 1+ years of relevant experience in assay development and optimization, with a focus on infectious diseases. Proficiency in microbiological techniques, including microbial culture, pathogen isolation, molecular diagnostics (PCR, sequencing), and antimicrobial resistance testing. Strong understanding of assay development/optimization and data analysis. Experience with data analysis software, bioinformatics tools, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS). Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication skills for presenting complex scientific data to diverse audiences. US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance. Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and proof of vaccination may be required. Benefits MPF Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.

PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY AT INDIANA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (Psychiatry Department) We are conducting a 12-week clinical trial to see if the medication Guanfacine XR (an FDA approved drug used to treat ADHD) vs. a placebo (sugar pill) can help reduce alcohol craving and drinking. A potential subject: • Is 18 years or older • Struggles with alcohol use • Is Male or Female Click the link to complete the eligibility survey: https://redcap.link/axzyv6om Or call one of our Research Assistants @ 317-274-0851 or 317-274-0837 If Eligible, your participation will include: • Stop by for an in person visit to complete a physical & answer some questionnaires • Be randomly assigned to either guanfacine or placebo • Completing daily tasks (short surveys, urine screening, and medication intake) remotely • Attending 2 brief remote visits each week for 12 weeks In appreciation of your time you can receive up to $1,300 (based on participation) Principle Investigator: Helen Fox Ph.D. IRB #24432

SEON is the leading fraud prevention system of record, catching fraud before it happens at any point across the customer journey. Trusted by over 5,000 global companies, we combine your company’s data with our proprietary real-time signals to deliver actionable fraud insights tailored to your business outcomes. We deliver the fastest time to value in the market through a single API call, enabling quick and seamless onboarding and integration. By analyzing billions of transactions, we’ve prevented $200 billion in fraudulent activities, showcasing why the world’s most innovative companies choose SEON. SEON is on a mission to create a Fraud Free World. We’re looking for a Data Services Scientist to join our Revenue and Success Services team. In this role, you’ll work across the business to transform data into insights that help us (and our customers) make smarter decisions. Whether it’s building reports for internal teams or uncovering fraud trends for customers, your work will have a direct impact on SEON’s growth and success This role offers flexibility and is based in our Austin office with a hybrid schedule of being in the office approximately three days per week. What You'll Do Master score distribution analysis and deep-dive into transaction data, logs, and product databases to uncover meaningful behavioral patterns and surface strategic, actionable insights. Build and maintain Tableau dashboards that visualize CX trends, volume variances, and engagement health in real time. Develop proactive alerting systems that detect anomalies in customer behavior and trigger early mitigation actions. Collaborate closely with Product, Success, and Revenue teams to align data insights with business impact. Help define and continuously evolve a customer health score that incorporates usage, sentiment, and behavioral signals. Partner with data engineers to ensure reliable, clean data pipelines across product analytics tools (ex. Mixpanel, Appcues, etc.), logs, transactional databases, and other key data sources feeding into BI and reporting systems. Apply machine learning/statistical techniques to predict churn risk, cohort behavior, and customer lifetime value. Drive experimentation and A/B testing to validate new feature adoption and experience improvements. Serve as a strategic advisor to internal teams, transforming complex datasets into clear, actionable recommendations. What You Bring 5+ years in a data science or advanced analytics role, ideally within SaaS, fintech, or customer success-driven organizations. Expert-level knowledge of Mixpanel, Tableau, and strong experience with Appcues or similar customer engagement tools. Hands-on experience building proactive alert systems (e.g., anomaly detection, threshold-based alerts). Proficiency in SQL and Python for data wrangling, modeling, and automation. Strong business acumen with the ability to connect data signals to business outcomes and customer value. Solid foundation in statistics, segmentation, and behavioral analytics. Excellent communication skills to translate data into actionable strategies for non-technical stakeholders. Experience building or contributing to customer health scores is a major plus. What We Offer Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) Hybrid working environment  Unlimited PTO  Excellent Benefits including matching 401k Paid Parental leave Access to continuous development tools & a strong coaching culture

Job Title: Laboratory Technician for Agricultural Soils Location: Santa Paula Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Agricultural Soils Laboratory Technician to join our team for an entry-level position . In this hands-on role, you will support soil testing and analysis to ensure accurate and reliable results for agricultural applications. This position offers a great opportunity for individuals with an interest in agricultural science and laboratory work. Key Responsibilities: Sample Preparation: Prepare and process soil samples for laboratory analysis, ensuring all samples are properly labeled and documented. Chemist Support: Assist chemists and laboratory staff with the preparation of various soil analyses. Additional Tasks: Assist with other laboratory-related duties and tasks as assigned, which may include data entry and general lab clean-up. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50lbs as part of daily responsibilities. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Background in agriculture, chemistry, or a related field is preferred but not required. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Benefits: Competitive hourly wage: $16.50 – $17.50 Full-time position with health, dental, vision, and 401K.

Work Location: USA Remote (Only hiring for PST or EST Time Zone) Work Hours: M - F, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Pay Rate: $25 - $30/hr DOE & location The Senior Research Associate is focused on the delivery of projects/tasks, driven by KPIs, while managing the performance of the team whose primary function is to train an AI engine. You will be working on training AI to interact with humans in entirely new ways, and you’ll be responsible for helping the AI learn how to best collaborate with humans by interacting with a variety of software tools.   As part of this role, you will leverage your skills and background to establish processes, and manage, train and mentor junior team members.  You will own a specific area, and be accountable for deliverables, quality, and overall processes for the area. Responsibilities:  Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Lead and Manage team members in execution of projects/tasks Setting of targets for the team (KPIs) for projects Monitoring of progress against KPIs Attending daily stand-ups with Client Trouble-shooting (reproducing) errors and answering questions for the Team Performing Quality Audits Contributing to the Completion of the Daily and Weekly Reports Develop, and implement new processes within identified areas of ownership Train junior team members on processes and best practices Own deliverables ensuring tasks are completed on time with quality for area of ownership, including team members contributing within that area of ownership Think strategically about end-to-end processes and how to improve them Identification of risks in processes and recommend solutions or alternatives to mitigate Learn new software programs on the job Keywords provides a competitive compensation package, good benefits and a casual, fun, productive and supportive working environment. We empower people to perform to the best of their ability with our “can do” attitude. We appreciate and embrace flexibility and learn at every opportunity to grow ourselves through experience, training and tackling new challenges. This is what makes us Keywordians. Requirements Technical aptitude or experience working with AI Leadership experience and Performance Management experience, leading or training others Experience managing KPIs Strong attention to detail Strong Organization skills Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Strong Analytical skills Process Improvement experience Strong aptitude of working with Google sheets, Zoom, and Slack A stable internet connection with a download speed of 50-100 Mbps and an upload speed of at least 10 Mbps Exemplify the quality of having a "Proactive Approach," attitude which includes a high level of accountability, transparency, and teamwork first & foremost Ability to learn on the job Desirable: A completed college degree in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, or Cognitive Science Benefits At Keywords, we provide all our contingent workforce with: Paid Time Off (including sick days and holidays) 401k (3% matching) Medical, Dental and Vision benefits By providing your information in this application, you understand that we will collect and process your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. For more information, please see our Applicant Privacy Notice at https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice. Role Information: EN Studio: Keywords Studios Location: Americas, United States, San Francisco Area of Work:  Embedded Services Service: Globalize Employment Type: Contractor, Full Time Working Pattern: Remote

The pesticide IPM technician job consists of managing and controlling all aspects of integrated pest management. This is a dynamic position because of the diversity of pest management to be done by working with different kinds of chemicals and applying the chemicals for the right amount of time. Our operation includes Retail, Wholesale contractor’s yard, Wholesale Nursery growing and shipping nationwide. We are looking for an experienced, licensed applicator for our nursery. Applicant must be experienced with insecticide, fungicide and herbicide applications. Our crops are woody ornamentals, perennials, field and container grown. Ability to keep good records and have safe working habits. We have very good equipment, air blast sprayers, tank sprayers on tractors and trucks. The perfect applicant would have minimum of 3 years working in a nursery doing pesticide application. Spanish / English a plus. Compensation based on experience. We offer health insurance, paid vacation/holidays. Responsibilities: • Applying chemical to plants and trees • Knowing what kinds of chemical to use • Mixing chemicals safely if needed • Knowing how long to apply chemical for • Reporting to pesticide IPM manager • Following all orders given by IPM manager Qualifications: • Minimum of 3 year doing pesticide IPM work at a nursery A Plus: • Integrated Pest Management License • Horticulture degree Benefits: • Time and a half after 40 hours • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vacation pay • Sick pay • After 90 days, holiday pay