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Salary Breakdown

Astronomers

Average

$115,680

ANNUAL

$55.62

HOURLY

Entry Level

$75,380

ANNUAL

$36.24

HOURLY

Mid Level

$103,850

ANNUAL

$49.93

HOURLY

Expert Level

$163,310

ANNUAL

$78.51

HOURLY


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Astronomers

119

Current Available Jobs

170

Projected job openings through 2030


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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Astronomers

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Mathematics

KNOWLEDGE

Physics

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Engineering and Technology

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Science

SKILL

Critical Thinking

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Active Learning

SKILL

Active Listening

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

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Inductive Reasoning

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Mathematical Reasoning

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Information Ordering


Job Opportunities

Astronomers

  • Environmental Engineer/Scientist
    POWER Engineers    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 9 hours    

    Environmental Engineer/Scientist

    Location: **Southwest**

    State/Territory:

    Department: **Air Quality & Related Env I Dept**

    **Description**

    **Environmental Engineer/Scientist**

    POWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Engineer/Scientist to join a team of environmental consulting professionals that assists our power generation sector clients in air quality permitting and maintaining compliance with state and federal air quality/environmental regulations. This position is based in the Austin, Texas office and is open to remote work for applicants with experience in Texas. The employee may travel to various POWER offices for periodic meetings

    **Roles and Responsibilities**

    + Assists power generation sector clients in determining federal and state air quality regulatory applicability and develops strategies and systems for compliance

    + Preparing applications for initial pre-construction air quality permits and for air quality permit renewals, amendments, and alterations for submission to state and federal agencies

    + Performing air quality and other environmental regulatory compliance tasks, including preparation of periodic reports such as emissions inventories, hazardous chemical inventory reports, and others.

    + Assisting clients with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability reporting

    + Advocates for POWER’s clients, keeping them informed of pertinent regulatory matters and other issues that impact their business

    + Defining data requirements, gathering and validating information for emission calculations

    + Contributing to ambient air quality impacts analyses utilizing dispersion models (such as AERMOD, SCREEN3, and AERSCREEN) for the purpose of supporting air permitting projects

    + Utilizing software for emissions estimation, regulatory compliance management, and/or assessment of air quality impacts

    + Various aspects of project management, including managing projects and tasks; preparing proposals; coordinating with other staff to prepare and distribute invoices; managing complex project tasks in support of large projects; liaising with clients and other POWER staff; and, developing business on a continuous basis to support the department and company’s financial goals.

    + Develops business for POWER by networking with potential clients and participating in professional trade associations by attending conferences, tradeshows, and webinars

    + Advocates for POWER’s clients, keeping them informed of pertinent regulatory matters and other issues that impact their business

    + Supports business development activities by helping to develop internal marketing materials and contributes technical articles to POWER publications

    + Communicating scientific and technical information through oral briefings, written documents, workshops, and conferences

    + Participates in public meetings and hearings on behalf of clients

    + Performs and ensures QA/QC of technical work

    **Required Education/Experience**

    + Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Meteorology, or related science field

    + Three (3) to eight (8) years of relevant air quality permitting and compliance experience, with direct experience permitting power generation facilities

    + Excellent communication skills including report writing, oral presentations, and direct verbal communication

    + Proficiency in the use of standard software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

    + Availability to travel to client sites periodically

    + Valid driver's license

    **Desired Education/Experience**

    + Master's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering or a related science field

    + PE certification

    + Prior environmental consulting experience

    + Client management experience

    + Familiarity with calculations, compliance, and regulatory compliance management software for the assessment of air quality emissions and impacts

    At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

    You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives with the opportunity to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.

    Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package:

    + Medical/Dental/Vision

    + Paid Holidays

    + Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

    + Voluntary Life Insurance

    + 401K

    + Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

    + Maternity and Paternity Leave

    + New Dads and Moms Benefit program

    + Fertility Benefits

    + Gender-Affirming Care

    POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

    **EOE, including disability/vets **

    **\#LI-DC1**


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Data Scientist, Product Analytics
    Meta    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 9 hours    

    **Summary:**

    As a Data Scientist at Meta, you will shape the future of people-facing and business-facing products we build across our entire family of applications (Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, Oculus). By applying your technical skills, analytical mindset, and product intuition to one of the richest data sets in the world, you will help define the experiences we build for billions of people and hundreds of millions of businesses around the world. You will collaborate on a wide array of product and business problems with a diverse set of cross-functional partners across Product, Engineering, Research, Data Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Finance and others. You will use data and analysis to identify and solve product development’s biggest challenges. You will influence product strategy and investment decisions with data, be focused on impact, and collaborate with other teams. By joining Meta, you will become part of a world-class analytics community dedicated to skill development and career growth in analytics and beyond.Product leadership: You will use data to shape product development, quantify new opportunities, identify upcoming challenges, and ensure the products we build bring value to people, businesses, and Meta. You will help your partner teams prioritize what to build, set goals, and understand their product’s ecosystem.Analytics: You will guide teams using data and insights. You will focus on developing hypotheses and employ a diverse toolkit of rigorous analytical approaches, different methodologies, frameworks, and technical approaches to test them.Communication and influence: You won’t simply present data, but tell data-driven stories. You will convince and influence your partners using clear insights and recommendations. You will build credibility through structure and clarity, and be a trusted strategic partner.

    **Required Skills:**

    Data Scientist, Product Analytics Responsibilities:

    1. Work with large and complex data sets to solve a wide array of challenging problems using different analytical and statistical approaches.

    2. Apply technical expertise with quantitative analysis, experimentation, data mining, and the presentation of data to develop strategies for our products that serve billions of people and hundreds of millions of businesses.

    3. Identify and measure success of product efforts through goal setting, forecasting, and monitoring of key product metrics to understand trends.

    4. Define, understand, and test opportunities and levers to improve the product, and drive roadmaps through your insights and recommendations.

    5. Partner with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to inform, influence, support, and execute product strategy and investment decisions.

    **Minimum Qualifications:**

    Minimum Qualifications:

    6. Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

    7. A minimum of 4 years of work experience in analytics (minimum of 2 years with a Ph.D.)

    8. Experience with data querying languages (e.g. SQL), scripting languages (e.g. Python), and/or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R)

    9. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

    **Preferred Qualifications:**

    Preferred Qualifications:

    10. Masters or Ph.D. Degree in a quantitative field.

    **Public Compensation:**

    $134,000/year to $204,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

    **Industry:** Internet

    **Equal Opportunity:**

    Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

    Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Data Scientist
    Microsoft Corporation    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 9 hours    

    Join the forefront of sustainable innovation at Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) as a Data Scientist. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in driving the sustainable evolution of our core infrastructure and foundational technologies that power Microsoft's leading online services, including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform.

    Imagine harnessing the power of machine learning models, big data, and predictive analytics to transform the landscape of data center sustainability. With over 200 data centers spanning 32 countries and millions of servers, our global infrastructure is a playground for ambitious data scientists eager to make a tangible impact. Collaborating with a team, you'll support services for over 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses across 90 countries, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the world of cloud computing. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

    Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

    In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

    **Responsibilities**

    + Leverage advancements in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support sustainability objectives and enhance efficiency in data center operations.

    + Assist in translating complex data into actionable insights and presenting findings to stakeholders.

    + Collaborate on the design and execution of experiments to test hypotheses and evaluate new approaches, ensuring the reliability and validity of results.

    + Contribute feedback to the engineering team regarding potential business opportunities and product enhancements based on data analysis and findings.

    + Embody our culture and values .

    **Qualifications**

    **Required Qualifications:**

    + Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related fieldo OR equivalent experience.

    + Experience working in a data scientist role

    + Experience in working with software engineering teams, hardware engineering teams, and/or data science teams.

    **Other Requirements:**

    + Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

    + Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

    **Preferred Qualifications:**

    + Experience with large-scale product and service telemetry systems, demonstrating a deep understanding of data collection, processing, and analysis methodologies.

    + Experience with Exploratory Data Analyses, Inference analysis, Predictive analysis (Regression, Classification etc.) and forecasting.

    + Solid foundation in applied statistics and mathematics, with the ability to apply advanced analytical techniques to solve complex problems.

    + Experience with a analytical programming languages such as Python.

    Data Science IC2 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $76,400 - $151,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $100,300 - $165,400 per year.

    Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

    Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 9, 2024.

    \#COICareers #Sustainability

    Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Senior Data Scientist
    Microsoft Corporation    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 9 hours    

    Join the forefront of sustainable innovation at Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) as a Senior Data Scientist. In this pivotal role, you'll be instrumental in driving the sustainable evolution of our core infrastructure and foundational technologies that power Microsoft's leading online services, including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform.

    Imagine harnessing the power of machine learning models, big data, and predictive analytics to transform the landscape of data center sustainability. With over 200 data centers spanning 32 countries and millions of servers, our global infrastructure is a playground for data scientists eager to make a tangible impact. Collaborating with a team of experts, you'll support services for over 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses across 90 countries, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the world of cloud computing. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

    Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

    In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

    **Responsibilities**

    + Harness the latest advancements in Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to pioneer new approaches that significantly help our sustainability objectives and drive efficiency across our data center operations.

    + Translate complex data into compelling narratives and present findings, along with strategic recommendations, to stakeholders at all levels of management.

    + Lead the design and implementation of experiments to validate hypotheses and measure the effectiveness of new approaches, ensuring robustness and reliability of findings.

    + Provide feedback to the engineering team to identify potential future business opportunities and new product capabilities.

    + Mentor junior team members and contribute to the professional development of the broader data center innovation team, fostering a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and continuous learning.

    + Embody our culture and values .

    **Qualifications**

    **Required Qualifications:**

    + Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)o OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results)o OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 7+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results))o OR equivalent experience.

    + 5+ years of experience in being a data scientist.

    + 3+ years of experience in working with software engineering teams, hardware engineering teams, and/or data science teams.

    **Other Requirements:**

    + Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

    + Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

    **Preferred Qualifications:**

    + Experience with various generative AI technologies including advanced prompt engineering, model fine tuning and large-scale deployment

    + Proven experience working with large-scale product and service telemetry systems, demonstrating a deep understanding of data collection, processing, and analysis methodologies.

    + Experience with Exploratory Data Analyses, Inference analysis, Predictive analysis (Regression, Classification etc.) and forecasting.

    + Proven foundation in applied statistics and mathematics, with the ability to apply advanced analytical techniques to solve complex problems.

    + Fluency in analytical programming languages such as Python.

    + Experience with Experiment Design and analysis.

    + Ability to clearly communicate ideas, simplify and formalize complex ideas.

    Data Science IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $112,000 - $218,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $145,800 - $238,600 per year.

    Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

    Microsoft will accept applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

    \#COICareers #Sustainability

    Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • AI Research Scientist
    Intel    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 10 hours    

    **Job Description**

    Works as an individual contributor to design, develop, execute, and implement scientific research projects to fuel Intel's growth in the areas of AI and computing. Develops machine learning algorithms, such as supervised and self-supervised learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning, Bayesian analysis, as well as neuromorphic-inspired and brain-inspired methods to solve applied problems in various disciplines such as Cognitive AI, Computer Vision, Audio, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, etc. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products typically 5+ years prior to landing on a product roadmap. Plans and executes laboratory research. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories. Contributes to scientific literature and conferences via paper publications. May participate in development of intellectual property. May coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts with universities, AI startups, and enterprise customers.

    **Qualifications**

    You must possess the below requirements to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork and/or classes and/or research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    The candidate must possess a Master's degree or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

    1+ years of experience in below areas:
    Natural Language Processing (NLP)
    Computer vision and/or multimodal systems

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Demonstrated ability to drive state-of-the-art AI research with publications in Tier-1 venues such as AAAI, NeurIPS, ICLR, ACL, CVPR, ICML, EMNLP, ICCV, ECCV
    Experience with Multimodal AI Systems including but not limited to multimodal transformers, multimodal language models, diffusion models, speech, and audio models.
    Experience with structured and unstructured knowledge resources (e.g., knowledge graphs, document repositories) and their integration with transformer architectures.
    Expertise in Python and Python libraries for ML: PyTorch, JAX, DeepSpeed, PyTorch Lightning
    HW implementation of AI acceleration (eg: writing high performance CUDA/C++- kernels)
    Optimization algorithms for distributed machine learning (eg: experience with algorithms such as ZeRO, elastic or asynchronous distributed training)

    **Inside this Business Group**

    Enable amazing computing experiences with Intel Software continues to shape the way people think about computing – across CPU, GPU, and FPGA architectures. Get your hands on new technology and collaborate with some of the smartest people in the business. Our developers and software engineers work in all software layers, across multiple operating systems and platforms to enable cutting-edge solutions. Ready to solve some of the most complex software challenges? Explore an impactful and innovative career in Software.

    **Other Locations**

    US, OR, Hillsboro; US, CA, Santa Clara

    **Posting Statement**

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

    **Benefits**

    We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here. (https://jobs.intel.com/en/benefits)

    Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in US, California: $186,552.00-$279,772.00

    *Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

    **Working Model**

    This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. **In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.**


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Data Scientist, Product
    Meta    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    **Summary:**

    Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click “Apply to Job” online on this web page.

    **Required Skills:**

    Data Scientist, Product Responsibilities:

    1. Collect, organize, interpret, and summarize statistical data in order to contribute to the design and development of Meta products.

    2. Apply your expertise in quantitative analysis, data mining, and the presentation of data to see beyond the numbers and understand how our users interact with both our consumer and business products.

    3. Partner with Product and Engineering teams to solve problems and identify trends and opportunities.

    4. Inform, influence, support, and execute our product decisions and product launches.

    5. May be assigned projects in various areas including, but not limited to, product operations, exploratory analysis, product influence, and data infrastructure.

    6. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.

    7. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

    8. Telecommute from anywhere in the US permitted.

    **Minimum Qualifications:**

    Minimum Qualifications:

    9. Requires a Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field and three years of work experience in the job offered or in a computer-related occupation. Requires three years of experience in the following:

    10. 1. Performing quantitative analysis including data mining on highly complex data sets

    11. 2. Data querying language: SQL

    12. 3. Scripting language: Python

    13. 4. Statistical or mathematical software including one of the following: R, SAS, or Matlab

    14. 5. Applied statistics or experimentation, such as A/B testing, in an industry setting

    15. 6. Machine learning techniques

    16. 7. ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes

    17. 8. Relational databases

    18. 9. Large-scale data processing infrastructures using distributed systems

    19. 10. Quantitative analysis techniques, including at least one of the following: clustering, regression, pattern recognition, or descriptive and inferential statistics.

    **Public Compensation:**

    $189,737/year to $235,400/year + bonus + equity + benefits

    **Industry:** Internet

    **Equal Opportunity:**

    Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

    Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Hardware Research Scientist, Modeling and Simulation
    Meta    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    **Summary:**

    At Meta Reality Labs, our goal is to explore, innovate and design novel interfaces and hardware subsystems for the next generation of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Research Scientist to join our team, whose mission is to create the future of soft, wearable technology. We are specifically looking for a candidate with experience in modeling and optimization of energy transport across human tissues and who can work with a team of researchers who are enabling new architectures for wearables. More broadly, the chosen candidate will work with a diverse and highly interdisciplinary team of researchers and engineers and will have access to cutting edge technology, resources, and testing facilities.

    **Required Skills:**

    Hardware Research Scientist, Modeling and Simulation Responsibilities:

    1. Derive governing equations for multi-physics processes and solve the equations with analytical or numerical methods.

    2. Build computational frameworks for multi-physics systems across scales.

    3. Work with Research Engineers to design and build prototypes to verify models.

    4. Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and designers across disciplines to solve complex problems.

    5. Drive projects with internal and external partners.

    **Minimum Qualifications:**

    Minimum Qualifications:

    6. Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta.

    7. Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Physics or equivalent Experience in deriving governing equations for mechanics problems that require multi-physics coupling.

    8. Experience with numerical methods, such as finite element and finite volume.

    9. Experience with a programming language, such as Python, Matlab, C or C++.

    **Preferred Qualifications:**

    Preferred Qualifications:

    10. Experience in using open-source finite element tools, such as Fenics and Deal.II.

    11. Direct experience in multi-physics modeling and optimization with applications in wearable actuation and sensing research

    12. Experience with reduced order models for interface mechanics

    13. Experience with wearable devices

    14. Basic understanding of skin mechanics, nonlinear elasticity and wave propagation through dispersive media

    **Public Compensation:**

    $117,000/year to $173,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

    **Industry:** Internet

    **Equal Opportunity:**

    Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

    Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [email protected].


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • LTD RET Software Research Engineer/Scientist
    Intel    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    **Job Description**

    Intel is hiring a motivated **RET Software Research Engineer/Scientist.** This position is in the Logic Technology Development (LTD) team, working with one of the most advanced semiconductor development facilities in the world.

    The LTD Resolution Enhancement Technology (RET) team is extending the limits of feature sizes that are patternable on Intel's devices, using current and future lithography manufacturing tooling. The team works closely with fab integrated lithography process and mask manufacturing teams using computational lithography tooling to optimize mask patterns and maximize manufacturing process capability. The RET team also works closely with the design rule definition teams, using lithography and patterning simulation capabilities to determine design rules for future Intel process nodes.

    **Responsibilities include:**

    + Optical Proximity Correction (OPC) simulations.

    + Image processing and statistical analysis of data for OPC models.

    + OPC model calibration

    + OPC recipe code optimization and validation.

    + Algorithmic design pattern layout manipulation.

    + Support of production mask tapeout and RET validation.

    + Creation of technical documentation and presentations.

    + Clearly and effectively communicate (both verbally and in writing) with a variety of engineers working on multiple projects.

    + Utilize technical knowledge to independently identify, analyze and solve technical problems.

    **What we offer:**

    We foster a collaborative, supportive, and exciting environment where the brightest minds in the world come together to achieve exceptional results. We give you opportunities to transform technology and create a better future, by delivering products that make the world a better place.

    **Qualifications**

    **Qualifications:**

    You must possess the minimum qualifications below to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. The experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork/classes/ experimental research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

    **T** **his position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.**

    **Minimum Qualifications:**

    + Candidates must possess a B.S. degree in an engineering or core science discipline (Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, etc.).

    + Candidates must have at least one of the following qualifications:

    + Proficiency in a programming (e.g. C++) or scripting (e.g. Python) language

    + Experience in a Linux computing environment.

    + Experience in statistical data analysis.

    + Candidates must start within 6 months after accepting the offer.

    **Preferred Qualifications**

    + Experience in semiconductor processing.

    + Experience in numerical modeling.

    + Experience in numerical optimization.

    **Inside this Business Group**

    As the world's largest chip manufacturer, Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology Development and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore’s Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth.

    **Posting Statement**

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

    **Benefits**

    We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here. (https://jobs.intel.com/en/benefits)

    Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in US, Colorado, New York, Washington, California: $74,333.00-$111,401.00

    *Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

    **Working Model**

    This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. This role may also be available as our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. **In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.**


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Principal Scientist, Real World Evidence # 3325 (Remote U.S.)
    GRAIL    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. GRAIL is focused on alleviating the global burden of cancer by developing pioneering technology to detect and identify multiple deadly cancer types early. The company is using the power of next-generation sequencing, population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to enhance the scientific understanding of cancer biology, and to develop its multi-cancer early detection blood test. GRAIL is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. GRAIL, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ:ILMN). For more information, please visit www.grail.com .

    GRAIL is seeking a talented and experienced Prinicipal Scientist, Real World Evidence (RWE). In this leadership role you will be developing developing standardized data models to access multi-modal real-world data (RWD) from disparate sources (EHRs, claims, registries, etc.), linking & processing this data, and generating regulatory-grade RWE in support of GRAIL’s mission to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We look to you to use your expertise in curating data and building common data models (CDM) as you work with diverse teams including Clinical Data Management, Biostatistics, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Operations, Health systems, Product Development, Software, and external collaborators.

    You are an “out-of-the box” thinker, innovative, collaborative, and passionate about making MCED accessible globally. To this end, you will operate as an expert strategic thought leader and serve as the end-to-end owner of real world data to real world evidence strategy and architecture, focusing on data access/capture, linkage/interoperability, processing, bridging data acquisition and analysis, iteration with stakeholders and presentation of results in a high quality and timely fashion.

    In this exciting role you are an individual contributor joining our Real World Evidence team in Medical Affairs, with a dotted line into our Biostatistics and Clinical Data Management Department working within GRAIL’s Clinical Development organization.

    This role can either be located in Menlo Park, California as a hybrid role with 2 days a week onsite or it can be 100% remote

    **Responsibilities**

    + Develop harmonized data models/ data dictionaries that guide the collection, processing, linkage, integration and analyses of healthcare RWD from disparate sources (EHRs, claims, cancer & death registries, PROs, etc.).

    + Evaluate new and existing data sources for fitness & feasibility to unlock new opportunities.

    + Ensure data quality, privacy and security through pre-defined data quality review documentation, and pre-established data governance policies/procedures.

    + Explore development of new approaches to RWD capture through GRAIL-sponsored studies, registries, clinical surveillance and/or other RWE activities.

    + Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders to develop and implement shared data processing strategies, state-of-the-art statistical methods and machine learning algorithms (e.g. NLP) to enable RWE generation, interpretation & visualization from global datasets, in an interpretable, reliable fashion.

    + Collaborate with Biostatistics group in developing statistical methods used in a RWE study setting and causal inference for RWE (e.g., propensity score matching/weighting/subclassification, external control arms, count data regressions, survival analysis).

    + Remain up-to-date on the latest advancements in observational research methods and their applications; healthcare data sources; Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable (FAIR) Data Principles; data privacy; etc.

    + As a member of a cross-functional team, GRAIL’s Principal Scientist, RWE will build and maintain cross-functional relationships with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and business teams; and collaborate with the team effectively to ensure the implementation of rigorous methods and delivery of scientifically sound results, in support of regulatory submissions, publications and/or other uses.

    + Drive the evaluation of technical strengths/weaknesses, work to minimize the limitations of RWD, and influence the decision-making process.

    + Support the development of appropriate sections within study protocols, statistical analysis plans, data management plans, data quality review documentation, etc.

    + Collaborate with external partners (e.g., key opinion leaders, academic & community health systems and networks, CROs, vendors, etc.) on the design and execution of RWD/E studies.

    + As needed, support management of data acquisition and/or analysis vendors and external partners.

    + Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations, and internal knowledge sharing activities to disseminate research findings and promote scientific excellence within the organization.

    + Mentor junior members of the team.

    **Preferred Qualifications**

    + Ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. with 12+ years relevant experience or M.S. with 15+ years relevant experience in data science, applied mathematics, biostatistics, epidemiology or similar. Experience in Oncology or diagnostic devices is strongly preferred.

    + Expertise in R or Python is required. Direct experience in SQL is preferred.

    + Solid understanding of statistics and machine learning techniques; and integrating ML/NLP and other automated technologies into data processing design.

    + Deep knowledge of the journey of real world data→ real world evidence, such as challenges in data access, de-identification, missingness, data wrangling/curation/transformation/linkage/interoperability, etc.; and hands-on experience in solving these challenges.

    + Demonstrated experience with 1) developing harmonized data models for RWD implemented for prospective RWD collection from disparate sources ; 2) private and public real-world healthcare data sources (non-interventional studies, electronic medical records, administrative healthcare claims, disease registries, national surveys etc.); 3) modalities for data linkage and interoperability (e.g. tokenization, etc.); 4) observational data analysis & comparative effectiveness methods; 5) data processing and quality assurance approaches for both structured and unstructured data.

    + Demonstrated experience working with Clinical Data Management, Statistical Programming, Biostatistics, and Software teams.

    + Experience in the design, execution and reporting of regulatory-grade real-world data studies in the cancer screening, diagnostic, medical device, or pharmaceutical industry.

    + Good knowledge of international regulatory and other guidelines, not limited to ICH, GCP, HIPAA, NICE, and other RWE guidelines.

    + Good communication and collaborations skills (including interpersonal skills to contribute effectively in cross-functional team settings, ability to influence others without authority, ability to build strong collaborative relationships with scientific and non-scientific partners)

    + Good strategic ability (including problem-solving and critical thinking skills, ability to drive strategies, agility that extends beyond RWD expertise)

    + Motivated by success and passionate about working and achieving higher results (demonstrates interest and ability to learn new things, takes initiative, welcomes problems as challenges; finds solutions to technical problems)

    + Clear, positive, and proactive communicator in verbal and written communications

    + Willingness to be hands-on and solve technical problems

    For areas outside of Northern California, New York, and Seattle, the expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $212,000 - 240,000. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location.

    If in California, New York, and Seattle, the expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $212,000 - 282,000. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location.

    Based on the role, colleagues may be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan tied to company and individual performance, or an incentive plan. We also offer a long-term incentive plan to align company and colleague success over time.

    In addition, GRAIL offers a progressive benefit package, including flexible time-off, a 401k with a company match, and alongside our medical, dental, vision plans, carefully selected mindfulness offerings.

    GRAIL is an Equal Employment Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We will reasonably accommodate all individuals with disabilities so that they can participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us (https://grail.com/about/#contact-us) to request accommodation. GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Associate Data Scientist
    Cengage Group    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 1 day    

    **We believe in the power and joy of learning**

    At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

    **Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery**

    Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that crafting an inclusive and diverse workplace is essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are coordinated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/ .

    **What you will do here:**

    As a Senior Data Scientist within the Research Team, you are the foundation of every research project across the Team. You will provide input during the design process of survey instruments and research projects and as the data arrives you will take the lead in its organization, review and cleanup, and the creation of repositories for analysis. This will include the development of report dashboards, methodology documentation and analysis, and alignment of historical data so trend analysis can be conducted. Your work is essential and you will work on multiple projects across company functions to improve data literacy and awareness and data-driven decision-making by leadership at all levels.

    **These responsibilities will include:**

    + Develop, implement, and monitor sophisticated insights and analytical solutions to business questions using a variety of analytical approaches and methodologies in cooperation with Customer Insights Researchers.

    + Monitor data / information management processes to ensure data quality and consistency in support of research and business operations. This includes acquiring new data sources and performing data discovery to understand data values and relationships.

    + Ensure proper escalation, prioritization, and remediation of data quality issues.

    + Keep track of new technologies to get ahead of competition and create analytics that provide a competitive advantage for Cengage.

    + Proactively identify new analytics techniques to develop insightful solutions and deliver results.

    + Explore and apply new data mining and data visualization tools to conduct ad-hoc analysis as required.

    + Mentor less experienced analysts on standards and techniques to improve their accuracy and efficiency.

    **Skills you will need here:**

    + 4-7 years of relevant work experience in data management, operations, analytics, research, or data security.

    + Bachelor’s degree required in fields such as computer programming, statistics, mathematics, analytics, econometrics, data science, information management, or management information systems.

    + Demonstrable experience in developing, maintaining, and presenting on descriptive and predictive analytics solutions.

    + 3-5 years of experience in coding and data mining/analysis tools with prioritization for candidates with experience in SQL, Python, R.

    + 3-5 years of experience using Business Intelligence tools such as Cognos, Power BI, or Tableau.

    + Ability to quickly understand, interpret, and apply large scale databases and companywide enterprise systems.

    + Consistent track record to visualize and develop data repositories and high-level reporting for multiple team members within Cengage and the public

    + Able to self-manage progress against achievements and results with a high degree of accountability and personal responsibility

    + Strong bias for action

    + Strong writing and verbal presentation skills; experience preparing and communicating information and recommendations to a diverse and often senior audience; ability to discuss findings in a variety of manners crafted to specific audiences (both technical and non-technical).

    + Comfort with and eagerness to seek ambiguous problems

    + Passionate about collaboration and comfortable working with multiple teams on projects with different completion timelines.

    + Ability to work run projects efficiently and maintain high quality standards

    + Experience in education technology is desirable but not required

    Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen (https://p.widencdn.net/pdvq6j/EEO\_Policy\_Statement\_January\_2017) and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice (http://embed.widencdn.net/pdf/plus/cengage/ybs5gt19ik/eeopost-merged.pdf) by visiting their corresponding links.

    Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917.

    **About Cengage Group**

    Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

    **Compensation**

    At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here (https://www.cengagegroup.com/news/perspectives/2024/cengage-group-total-rewards-philosophy/) to learn more about our _Total Rewards Philosophy_ .

    The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.

    $52,000.00 - $83,200.00 USD


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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