Director of Research

Overview The Biosurveillance Scientist will support the Department of Homeland Security’s Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Office in identifying, analyzing, and reporting on biological events of interest to national security due to their effects on human, animal, plant, and/or environmental health.  The role will incorporate open source biosurveillance reporting and technology innovation consulting in the biosurveillance space for the purpose of providing information decision makers and responders at the federal, state, and local levels can leverage for both early detection and situational awareness. Position located NCR, near McPherson Square. Responsibilities Open source collection, analysis, and dissemination of reports concerning biological events of interest to national security Research, manage, and test new and existing technical approaches and tools across the CWMD mission portfolio Provide technical consulting and analytic support to manage external pilot projects aimed at improving operational reporting and analysis efficiencies Requirements Applicants selected must have a completed NACLC investigation and corresponding DoD security clearance A Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s a plus) from an accredited college or university in natural or physical sciences, engineering, medical, veterinary, public health, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related fields. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience Demonstrated ability to drive for results independently and adapt to rapidly changing priorities Ability to work on multiple projects which includes prioritizing, tracking, attention to detail, follow-up and follow-through to project completion Excellent communication, written, and organizational skills US Citizenship required 

Are you interested in neuroscience, AI, and new technology? Our team is developing thought-to-text software using non-invasive brain interfaces—and we’re looking for reliable, independent, problem-solving individuals who work well with people to help run our in-person data collection sessions. You’ll be working with participants in our Oak Street office, helping guide them through research sessions using a headset that translates brain activity into text. You’ll also manage scheduling and ensure sessions run smoothly. You'll be working independently, but with full support and training from our team. Responsibilities: - Set up and manage in-person research sessions - Independently diagnose and solve arising technical issues - Guide participants and provide instructions - Manage & verify session bookings, including calling upcoming participants - Record notes and monitor session quality - Use our custom software and tools Requirements: - Strong communication skills (fluent English) - Computer-proficient, comfortable inputting basic commands into a command line interface - Reliable, organized, and professional - Comfortable working either early mornings or late nights - Based in the SF Bay Area and able to work on-site - Experience working with people is a plus Compensation & Schedule: $200 per day, 2 days a week (Saturday & Sunday preferred) Must be willing to work shifts either in early mornings (5am to 3pm) or in late nights (3pm to 1am). If this sounds exciting, let us know with your CV/resume and availability, responding to this post or emailing william@condu.it. Important: email subject must be of the form "[Session Operator Application] Firstname Surname" We are looking to hire quickly - provisional deadline for CVs is end of day on Monday 8th September, interviews & work trials will be in that week. We look forward to hearing from you!

Trexquant is a systematic hedge fund where we use thousands of statistical algorithms to trade equity, futures and other markets globally. Starting with many data sets, we develop large sets of features and use various machine learning methods to discover trading signals and effectively combine them into market-neutral portfolios. Our Fundamental Alpha Research team is a small collaborative team working to create new alphas in a number of asset classes. Our Fundamental Alpha Researcher roles include the following: Fundamental Alpha Researcher You will focus on identifying and developing systematic, market-neutral trading signals based on your understanding of fundamental data, accounting, and financial analysis. You will collaborate with the Data and Strategy team to build a diverse set of predictive models.  Fundamental Alpha Researcher-LLM focus You will develop and refine LLM pipelines to extract insights from structured and unstructured fundamental data sets. The role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and algorithms that directly impact our investment strategies.  Key Responsibilities Leveraging fundamental data to formulate predictive, market-neutral signals Designing, implementing, and optimizing various machine learning models to parse data sets for fundamental alpha development  Collaborating with experienced and resourceful quantitative researchers to carry out experiments and test hypothesis using simulations Optimizing models using domain-specific data to enhance relevance and interpretability in a financial context Working with large-scale structured and unstructured data sets to develop robust feature pipelines for downstream use in alpha research Requirements BS/MS/PhD in any STEM field, finance, accounting, or related discipline Fluent with programming languages such as Python (and experienced with machine learning libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or HuggingFace Transformers) Interest in applying fundamental analysis in a systematic, model-driven context Knowledge of financial accounting and company fundamentals (CFA a plus) Background in quantitative finance is a plus, but not necessary Benefits Competitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performance Collaborative, Casual, and friendly work environment PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents Pre-tax commuter benefits Weekly company meals Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Environmental Technician opening at Martin S. Burck Associates (MSBA), an environmental consulting firm located in Hood River for over two decades. • MSBA performs investigations and cleanups related to environmental contamination and prepares technical reports summarizing our work. • Typical projects include underground storage tank decommissioning and cleanups; Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments at industrial buildings, repair shops, farms, dry cleaners, and wrecking yards; hazardous waste delineation and management; providing litigation support for various environmental lawsuits, etc. • The candidate would assist with a wide variety of tasks including but not limited to soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and air sampling; decommissioning and excavation cleanup oversight; site assessments; technical document preparation; data entry; and drafting site maps and cross-sections. • Related experience and/or an educational background in geology or environmental sciences (other backgrounds may be applicable) is preferred but not required. • This would be a great opportunity for a recent college graduate to gain experience in the environmental field or for someone interested in exploring a new career path. • OSHA 40-HR HAZWOPER hazardous waste training preferred • Some out-of-town overnight travel will be required • Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to use your personal vehicle for field work (with mileage reimbursement) • Candidate must live in the Gorge or be willing to relocate within 90 days • Strong attention to detail is a must • Pay range is $25 to $35 per hour and is dependent on experience • Full-time position, but we would consider part-time for the right applicant • Non-remote position with typical work hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday • Applicant will have their own office • Flexible for those adventure emergencies such as a powder day, perfect dirt on the trails, nuking wind, etc. • Benefits included (after 90 days): o $5,000 Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) contribution each year for full-time employees o Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation • Please send a cover letter and resume if you're interested

Etz Hayim owns and operates the brands Cycling Frog and Lazarus Naturals, as well as a sprawling operation that spans from farming over 300 acres of hemp, extraction, chemical processing, packaging and warehousing to support both brands and private label customers. Lazarus Naturals was founded in 2016 to provide safe and accessible CBD products for everyone who would benefit from them, regardless of their financial situation and ability to pay, which is why we provide a 60% Assistance Program to veterans and people with disabilities or low-incomes. In order to maintain an affordable price point and our commitment to accessibility for all, we have built a vertically integrated business model, which allows us to walk our talk of developing quality, affordable products - from product inception, development, seed, farming, extraction, finished production formulation and packaging, and distribution. Cycling Frog is normalizing the consumption of casual use THC products. We are on a mission to make THC convenient, affordable, and fun by making a sessionable THC beverage the same price as a beer or soda. We want to change the way THC is consumed and viewed by our society by focusing on lower potency, ready to drink beverages that can easily fit into anyone’s lifestyle. Under the Federal Farm Bill it is legal to sell these low potency THC products across all 50 states via the internet, and anywhere you can grab a beer. This role will be based in Seattle, WA. Summary: This job description pertains to an R&D Scientist with a background in product and process development to support our Seattle office. The candidate should have a strong grounding in scientific principles, and a demonstrated track record of developing products and processes from proof of concept through scale up, validation, and implementation. Beyond technical qualifications and sufficient experience requirements, we at Etz Hayim look for people who can thrive in our work environment and actively challenge themselves. We prioritize applicants who can illustrate their capacity to think critically, approach problem solving positively and constructively, as well as the ability to claim responsibility for their actions, whether good or bad. It is equally important that any applicant is able to exhibit an appreciation for proactive honesty and marked flexibility in the face of abrupt change. Moreover, we prefer applicants who share our passion and pride in the work we all contribute to as a team. Job Description Lead the conceptualization and development of new food, beverage, and dietary supplement products from initial idea through market launch Independently manage product development projects, creating and driving timelines, tracking progress to ensure visibility for leadership, and ensuring support of key crossfunctional stakeholders. Conduct market research and consumer trend analysis to identify opportunities for new product development Partner with brand and marketing teams to ensure product positioning aligns with technical capabilities and market requirements Work collaboratively with Operations stakeholders to proactively monitor, investigate, and resolve issues related to formula stability and product safety. Design and execute bench and pilot scale experimentation, ensuring suitability to manufacturing process in advance of product roll out. Analyze data, write technical reports and communicate findings to management and other team members. Serve as a reliable technical resource for product characterization and manufacturing support Stay current with emerging research in nutrition science, functional ingredients, and bioactive compounds Salary: $70,000-$90,000 annually Requirements BS in food science, chemistry or a related science. Master of Science (MS) strongly preferred. PMP certification highly desired. Minimum 5 years of senior level experience developing products with extensive formulation knowledge across a wide array of material types and use cases (e.g. solids, water soluble powders, emulsions). Demonstrated background of leading project management initiatives and meeting deadlines while meeting expected project outcomes. Extensive experience designing, developing, and scaling functional food and beverage products. Proven track record of managing multiple projects in a fast paced environment. Extensive experience managing product development from proof of concept, through scale up and transition to manufacturing. Strong verbal and written communication skills, experience with writing of technical reports and controlled documents. Previous experience working in a GMP/GLP environment. Benefits Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance) Employee discount program Fully stocked kitchen 401K plan FSA & commuter benefits

Looking for experienced focused ion beam operator for small lab. Experience with FEI FIB 200 helpful. We are a small nano machine shop. We are looking for someone who can be a self starter and work by themself.