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Geologist

Essel, a leading environmental services company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for our clients is currently seeking a talented and motivated Geologist: As a Project Geologist, you will play a key role in conducting geological and environmental assessments, performing field investigations, and analyzing data to support our projects. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists to evaluate and mitigate potential environmental risks and impacts. Position: Project Geologist (Full-time) Location: Tustin, CA Primary Responsibilities: Analyzing geological data and preparing technical reports Evaluating potential environmental risks and impacts Developing and implementing remediation plans Project and task management Preparation of technical reports Development and oversight of remedial/removal actions Field sampling and procedures Implementation of soil and groundwater investigations Oversight of munitions response projects Business development and proposal preparation Personnel supervision and staff development/mentoring Delegating tasks and developing "win themes" Building an area of expertise and internal reputation as a technical resource Comprehensive understanding of project management, including scheduling and cost controls Managing client expectations and maintaining communication with clients and regulatory agencies Reporting project status to the program manager Conducting field investigations and collecting geological samples Assisting with environmental assessments and compliance Collaborating with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders Using specialized software and equipment for data analysis and mapping Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental and engineering consulting, remedial actions, and munitions response projects Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university 40-hour OSHA certification and current 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher Proficiency in MS Office Suite Products Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to interact effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, field operations, technical staff, and subcontractors Capability to write project work plans, health and safety plans, traffic control plans, erosion control plans, etc. Ability to travel up to 25 to 50 percent of the time to project sites, as needed Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, or related field M.S./P.G. or other professional certifications Demonstrated experience managing and executing environmental/remediation construction Previous involvement in preparing or contributing to project proposals Benefits Key Benefits: Competitive compensation Comprehensive health and wellness benefits Discounted fitness membership On-the-job training Educational assistance Opportunities for career advancement

Santa Ana, CA, USA

Senior Research Manager63392076782337121

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Senior Research Manager

Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for our innovative research design and consultative approach. We produce groundbreaking qualitative and quantitative research through our focus on creative design, rigorous execution, and enduring insights. Our team thinks out of the box, follows a steady execution process, and is empowered to produce the highest quality research product that truly matters to our clients. We are actively seeking a Senior Research Manager to join the Murphy Research team. In this role, you will direct the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies. All of our researchers work across industries on diverse projects with clients like, Disney, Gatorade, Waymo, and Visa. This is an exciting opportunity to continue to grow your research career as you support some of the world’s most prominent brands with market assessment, brand strategy, product development, customer loyalty and engagement, and communications research. About You: You have 3-5 years of market research experience, and familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative methods You have a B.A., M.A., or PhD in a field with a strong research or business emphasis You apply strong understanding of research principles to strategic business questions in ways that reflect your excellent problem-solving and advanced analytic skill You love teamwork, but you’re great at prioritizing and managing multiple projects while you work independently You demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, and are comfortable presenting to large groups Your strong interpersonal skills support your ability to build client relations, effectively delegate, and provide mentorship to others You are self-motivated to take initiative and maintain high expectations for quality work that delights the clients you serve What You’ll Be Doing: You will oversee and direct research projects directly and/or collaborate with a team, while leading analysis and reporting on all projects under your direction You will utilize excellent management skills in both project and financial management You will work with large data sets to discover and share compelling data-driven stories; of course, your proficiency in Word, Excel, & Powerpoint will certainly come in handy! (bonus points for skills in SPSS, R, InDesign, Keynote) With strong support from senior leadership, you’ll receive on-the-job training in advanced interviewing, management, methodology, and analytics In a fast-paced environment, you will be challenged to think strategically and learn new things every day! What We Offer: Daily opportunity for variety, challenge, and growth Great training, career advancement, and mentorship opportunities A collaborative, team-oriented, and high-performing atmosphere Salary Range commensurate with experience: $95,000 - $120,000 Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, in-person and virtual social activities Flexibility to work remotely, with a commitment to a hybrid work model (all new hires must live within commuting distance of our Century City or downtown Minneapolis co-working spaces)

Los Angeles, CA, USA

$95,000-120,000/year

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Experimental Physicist

Applied Physics is seeking an Experimental Physicist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in open quantum system dynamics, quantum information, and quantum emulation with superconducting circuits. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the efforts of designing, simulating, fabricating, characterizing, and controlling high temperature superconducting materials for new novel applications. Qualifications: PhD in physics, quantum optics, quantum information or equivalent combination of education and related experience Advanced knowledge in circuit quantum electrodynamics and quantum control theory Experience in the methods and toolsets for aluminum Josephson based circuits such as in-situ tip-tilt electron beam evaporation with the Dolan or Bridge-free techniques, as well as electron beam lithography of nanoscale-sized circuits Advanced verbal and written communication skills necessary to collaborate effectively in a team environment Developed and presented scientific and technical research proposals and reports Demonstrated ability to perform independent research. Requirements Lead and oversee the efforts to design, simulate and fabricate a novel high-temperaturehigh temperature superconducting material Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists to develop next-generation advanced applications of superconducting quantum devices Publish research results in external peer-reviewed scientific journals and participate in domestic/international conferences Lead independent, complementary research efforts and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible work hours, and opportunities for growth and career development. Join our dynamic and passionate team and help us make a positive impact on the world. If you are a talented, motivated, and empathetic individual who shares our passion for making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to work with our team at Applied Physics. Applied Physics is an equal opportunity employer.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

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Research Manager

Murphy Research is a full-service custom market research firm known for our innovative research design and consultative approach. We produce groundbreaking qualitative and quantitative research through our focus on creative design, rigorous execution, and enduring insights. Our team thinks out of the box, follows a steady execution process, and is empowered to produce the highest quality research product that truly matters to our clients. We are actively seeking a Research Manager to join the Murphy Research team. In this role, you will assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects for a diverse range of Fortune 500 companies. All of our researchers work across industries on diverse projects with clients like, Disney, Riot Games, Hershey, and Allstate. This is an exciting opportunity to continue to grow your research career as you support some of the world’s most prominent brands with market assessment, brand strategy, product development, customer loyalty and engagement, and communications research. About you: You have 2+ years of market research experience, and familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative methods You have a B.A. or M.A. in related field (psychology, anthropology, sociology, preferred) You love teamwork, but you’re great at prioritizing and managing multiple projects while you delegate to others and take ownership over your final product You demonstrate great verbal and written communication, and are comfortable managing client relationships and vendor communications on behalf of the Company. Your problem-solving skills are points of strength, and you thrive when challenged by new opportunities You are self-motivated to take initiative and maintain high expectations for quality work that delights the clients you serve What you’ll be doing: You will manage projects holistically from questionnaire design to final report writing You use discretion in decision-making to keep projects moving forward, executing each stage of the project process against project deadlines while responsible for project budget You will collaborate with a team of researchers to lead study progress; you will manage, mentor, and train Research Associates on your project teams, while also consulting with senior researchers and leadership for your guidance as you grow your own experience and skill With strong support from senior leadership, you’ll receive on-the-job training in advanced project management, questionnaire design, report writing, methodology, and advanced analytics; you will also be trained in basic interviewing and expand your management skills You will work with large data sets, so an eye for detail is key; your proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint will definitely come in handy! (bonus points for skills in SPSS, R, InDesign, Keynote) In a fast-paced environment, you will utilize strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, and do new things every day! What we offer: Daily opportunity for variety, challenge, and growth Great training, career advancement, and mentorship opportunities A collaborative, team-oriented, and high-performing atmosphere Salary Range commensurate with experience: $55,000 - $75,000 Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid time off, in-person and virtual social activities Flexibility to work remotely, with a commitment to a hybrid work model (all new hires must live within commuting distance of our Century City or downtown Minneapolis co-working spaces)

Los Angeles, CA, USA

$55,000-75,000/year

Environmental Associate63499917505411124

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Environmental Associate

Looking to expand your career in the Environmental Industry? Essel Environmental is the go-to resource for responsive, high-quality environmental, engineering and emergency response services. We have multiple opportunities available. Here are some of the areas of responsibility and requirements. We are looking to add Environmental Personnel to do the following: Conduct field work including soil, groundwater, surface water and sediment investigations Storm water and non-storm water sampling and testing Construction site inspections of erosion and sediment controls Perform field work with air sampling equipment to collect ambient and personal air samples Fill out chains of custody based on samples taken Use direct reading instruments to take on site field data Completing and assisting in data collection, compilation, interpretation and reporting for phased environmental site assessment, remediation and site monitoring Preparing technical reports for review by senior staff Manage sampling data Ability to travel 75% of the time as required Requirements Experience Preferred Bachelor's Degree required (Environmental, Science or relevant degree preferred) Minimum of 6 months experience in the environmental sector, laboratory and field experience required Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, Bluebeam and Adobe Acrobat Basic laboratory handling/sampling skills, calibration & troubleshooting of various meters and equipment. Operating equipment for sampling for air & vapor Knowledge of environmental regulations and awareness of health and safety issues and a safety conscious attitude Valid OSHA 10 training QSP certification, preferred Attention to detail and accuracy of field notes A valid driver’s license/clean driving record

Paramount, CA, USA

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Seismologist

Applied Physics is seeking a highly motivated and experienced seismologist to join our gravitational ranging team. As a seismologist at Applied Physics, you will conduct original research in seismology related to induced seismicity and reservoir geomechanics, working on geothermal energy, geologic carbon storage, waste fluid disposal, or unconventional oil and gas projects. Qualifications: PhD in Seismology, Geophysics, Earth Science, Data Science related to Geophysics, or related field Experience with high-performance computing, numerical earthquake simulation (e.g. dynamic rupture, cycle simulation), statistical and/or physics-based operational earthquake forecasting, and seismic hazard analysis Ability to formulate novel solutions related to understanding of the geomechanical behavior of subsurface reservoirs and the underlying physical processes leading to induced seismicity, and/or other seismology or geomechanical problems Experience with computer systems and modern programming languages (e.g. Python, C/C++, R, Java, shell scripting), Mac or PC, Unix or Linux platforms or other data management approaches Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. Experience writing and presenting reports, publications, and proposals, ability to interact effectively with a team of interdisciplinary scientists Requirements Experience with earthquake physics, modeling geophysical behavior, and the application of machine learning methods to earth science problems Experience with geophysical monitoring or analysis of microseismic data Experience modeling fluid flow in the subsurface, geomechanical behavior of faults, or seismic wave propagation Experience with numerical methods, particularly finite difference or finite element techniques as applied to forward and inverse modeling of subsurface problems Responsibilities: Conduct original research in seismology related to induced seismicity and reservoir geomechanics Organize, analyze, and interpret large geophysical sets from ongoing laboratory/field operations and physics-based simulations Employ physical, statistical, or machine learning-based methods for analyzing, interpreting, and forecasting microseismic data Utilize probabilistic techniques for induced seismicity hazard assessment. Develop uncertainty quantification or other techniques for correlating observed seismicity with fluid injection rates and volumes Collect, aggregate, and analyze real-time data streams and develop software or other approaches to improve detection of hazardous faults in the subsurface Publish both reports and peer-reviewed publications summarizing research findings. Present results at program meetings and research conferences Work as part of a scientific team, interacting with seismologists, geologists, reservoir engineers, statisticians, physicists, and computer scientists to design and implement high-impact research Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible work hours, and opportunities for growth and career development. Join our dynamic and passionate team and help us make a positive impact on the world. If you are a talented, motivated, and empathetic individual who shares our passion for making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to work with our team at Applied Physics. Applied Physics is an equal opportunity employer.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Senior Test Lab Technician63499806434563126

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Senior Test Lab Technician

The Senior Test Lab Technician, under little to no supervision, performs a variety of tasks in the System Test Lab (Rack Room). The individual shall be responsible for providing troubleshooting and repair support in the test lab and leading technicians in the same. The Senior Rack Room Technician will also be responsible for the creation and update of engineering drawings, assembling of test fixtures and other lab equipment, understanding rack network setups and be able to troubleshoot and modify them, and assisting in the day to day support operations of the Rack Room. Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with and perform troubleshooting on electrical and Ethernet cabling using common tools Interpret, create, and update engineering drawings Create wiring harnesses/assemblies from engineering drawings Assemble and maintain new test racks and mini racks Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory of lab hardware and assets Perform other job-related duties as assigned Requirements Associate’s Degree in Electronics or equivalent experience in a related field 5+ years of experience as an engineering lab technician, assemble/repair line tech or related professional experience 2+ years of experience building cables and/or other electromechanical assemblies Working knowledge of electronic and electromechanical components Skilled in use of lab instruments (multimeter, etc.) Knowledge of software operating systems, such as Windows and Linux Benefits The starting pay range for this position is $28.00 to $33.00 per hour however, the base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, Safran Passenger Innovations offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to: A home allowance to elevate your home workspace Discretionary bonus program Future financial security with a 401(k) program with a company match Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off, and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown

Brea, CA, USA

$28-33

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Chemical Engineer

ODORZX INC. is a leading automotive company specializing in odor elimination solutions. We are currently seeking a talented Chemical Engineer to join our team. As a Chemical Engineer at ODORZX INC., you will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative solutions to eliminate and control odors in automotive interiors. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing the driving experience for our customers. Responsibilities Conduct research and development to design and improve odor elimination products and processes in the automotive industry Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the integration of odor elimination solutions into product design and manufacturing processes Analyze and interpret data from experiments and tests to optimize product performance and quality Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of odor elimination solutions in real-world automotive environments Develop and maintain accurate documentation of processes, formulas, and test results Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends related to odor elimination in the automotive industry Provide technical support and guidance to other teams, such as sales and customer support, on odor elimination solutions Requirements Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field Proven experience in developing and implementing odor elimination solutions, preferably in the automotive industry Solid understanding of chemical engineering principles and processes Proficiency in using industry-standard software for data analysis and simulation Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively in a team and independently Attention to detail and strong organizational skills Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in the chemical engineering field Strong project management skills Benefits Full Time Benefits Include: Vacation Time (After 1 Year) 401k With Match (After 1 Year) Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) Sick Time Personal Days (After 1 Year) Company Paid Holidays Company Paid Car, Gas, Insurance Company Paid Travel (Job Specific) Employee Referral Program Retention Bonus (Job Specific) Quarterly Bonus (Job Specific) Rapid Advancement Opportunities

Los Angeles, CA, USA