290 Research jobs in Massachusetts

At Boston Fusion, we recognize diversity is the catalyst for limitless creativity.

As a Principal Research Scientist for Boston Fusion, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge of scientific research and software engineering best practices to contribute and drive research efforts in development of systems core to the success of future Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) activities.

This role will develop new approaches, investigate existing algorithms and models, design and perform scientific analyses, and develop solutions to complex research problems for military and intelligence community customers.

Every day, we go above and beyond to solve complex problems, making a difference for our nation. We do this by bringing together smart, curious people with diverse life experiences who collaborate creatively to achieve innovative technological breakthroughs. We are proudly building a work environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.

Due to the nature of our project work, we can only consider candidates with current US Citizenship.

• Lead proposal/business capture teams to shape, write and review proposals
• Interface with customers, including travel, to shape marketing efforts and effectively communicate technical results
•  Investigate fundamental topics in a scientific field such as signal processing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, physics and/or math
• Lead teams of two or more Scientists, Engineers, and Programmers, including identifying, assigning, and completing research and development tasks appropriate to each member of the team
• Provide strategic leadership role in working with a project / proposal team to identify the research approach, hypotheses to be tested, and program milestones to achieve all program objectives
• Facilitate collaboration in large, complex teams to ensure resulting technology (algorithms, software, frameworks) achieves all research objectives
• Select, improve, or design computational models
• Identify relevant research approaches, hypotheses to be tested, and program milestones to achieve all program objectives with project and/or proposal teams
• Provide scientific, technical and software design support to projects and proposals
• Design statistically valid experiments to test and validate resulting computational models
• Provide leadership and guidance in the analysis of results of the experiments using sound scientific principles
• Design experiments to test and validate computational models
• Establish and maintain a professional rapport with all project stakeholders (internal and external)
• Additional project and proposal duties as assigned

• Occasional travel to attend and present at customer meetings and essential industry conferences

• Master’s degree (13+ years’ experience) or PhD (10+ years’ experience) in cognitive sciences, engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

Demonstrates strong competency in every category and a mastery of at least one category

• Demonstrated competency in AI/ML, and/or signal processing and/or human-machine systems, and/or cognitive sciences, or social sciences, and/or computer vision, or other technical discipline
• Experience implementing modeling and analysis techniques, including machine learning and probabilistic modelling etc.
• Understanding of mathematical principles which underlie these modeling methods.
• Experience in implementing algorithms in standard programming languages such as Python, Java, C++.
• Experience in using sound software development techniques, e.g., testing, documentation, source control.

• Classical applied probabilistic, mathematical, and/or artificial intelligence methods (planning, searching, logic, uncertain knowledge, probabilistic reasoning, natural language processing)
• Machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and concepts (e.g., supervised, unsupervised, active, and reinforcement learning; neural networks; generative, discriminative models)

• 5+ years of experience applying technology to US Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community problems, including but not limited to the following: intelligence analysis, command and control, logistics, ISR, information operations, missile defense, operations in the cyber, space, or maritime domains
• 10+ years of experience in a research leadership role

• U.S. citizenship (REQUIRED), DoD security clearance (PREFERRED)

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Clinical Research Scientist

100% Remote (Need to live on East Coast or Midwest)

(Monday-Friday) Flex hours 40 per week

Pay: $86.00 an hour

12 month contract opportunity

Must bachelors degree, 7-10 years of clinical research experience and experience with lupus.

As a subject matter expert, the Clinical Research scientist (CRS) partners with the Medical Director to provide scientific, clinical, strategic, and operational input to an early or late-stage clinical development program. The CRS contributes to data interpretation, study designs, regulatory documents, and publications as well as providing scientific input into pipeline programs. The CRS closely collaborates with other internal functions as well as external partners, such as contract research organizations and medical experts.

Within the frame of the clinical development of new medicines, the Clinical Research Scientist is responsible for

Managing assigned activities within clinical study independently

providing clinical/scientific input and gathering necessary information from other areas to Clinical Development Plans for one or more molecules or indications

Work in close partnership with CROs and other vendors in clinical and medical data review and participating in operational excellence of the execution of the project in collaboration with GCO

Work on the design of Clinical trial concepts, study protocols, assessment schedules, patient information material as well as final clinical study reports

Work on the relevant sections of the common technical document dossier

Help to design and structure the content of relevant Advisory Board Meetings

Writes scientific rationale for clinical trial protocols, including most recent literature citations

Drives creation and annual update of IB liaising with Toxicology, Pharmacology, Safety, Regulatory and Medical & Communication Experts

Works closely with Medical Communications to ensure all relevant documentation is updated with new medical information, including assuming responsibility for the incorporation of additional information into the Investigator Brochure.

The Clinical Research Scientist is an individual contributor with analytical skills, strategic thinking, and a growth mindset.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on assigned tasks or projects of increasing complexity with scientific rigor in a fast-paced, team-based matrix environment.

Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts

Aptitude to interpret and to integrate data, including, clinical safety and efficacy data, pharmacokinetics, biomarker and next generation sequencing data

Moderate medical or clinical knowledge and experience in clinical development/ operations with the capacity to monitor labs and other clinical data from clinical trials

Experience in product & clinical development (minimum of 3 years, with at least 5 years in a comparable setting in biopharma, preferred)

Capability to perform literature searches and to utilize library services, digest the information, and synthesize the key take-away points

Strong communication skills - verbal, written and listening, with the knack to contribute to abstracts/publications

Record of having completed or significantly contributed to scientific work or project

Strong presentation skills and adapting to a variety of audiences

Normally receives no instruction on routine work and only general instruction on new assignments

Educational and/or work experience in the respective therapeutic area (eg Neurology or Immunology) is strongly desirable.

Experience in analysis and interpretation of clinical data and a working knowledge of biostatistics, ICH-GCP, and regulatory requirements for clinical studies.

Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills.

High level of organizational and project management skills.

Experience interacting with development operations (clinical operations, regulatory, QA) and clinical investigators.

Bachelor's Degree required, preferred in Science with a minimum of 7+ (minimum) years of experience in product & clinical development in Clinical Development or 9+ in a comparable setting in the pharmaceutical industry.

MilliporeSigma is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to his/her Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual made a good faith report of discrimination.

• Design, execute, and manage field and laboratory research projects related to crop physiology, soil science, and sustainable agriculture.
• Develop innovative research methodologies and protocols to address specific agronomic challenges.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex datasets using advanced statistical software.
• Prepare high-quality scientific reports, manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications, and presentations for conferences.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including plant breeders, data scientists, and field technicians, in a remote setting.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in agronomy, plant science, and related agricultural technologies.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and grant proposals.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to a culture of scientific excellence and innovation.

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in experimental design and statistical analysis (e.g., SAS, R).
• Proven track record of conducting independent research and publishing in reputable scientific journals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex scientific concepts.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote environment.
• Proficiency with agricultural research tools and software.
• Experience with remote sensing or precision agriculture technologies is a plus.

• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate crop performance, soil health, and the efficacy of various agricultural inputs and technologies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex datasets from field trials and laboratory studies using statistical software.
• Develop innovative research methodologies and protocols to address specific agronomic challenges.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, agronomists, and technicians to achieve research objectives.
• Prepare detailed reports, research papers, and presentations on findings for internal stakeholders and external scientific communities.
• Manage laboratory equipment and field trial sites, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
• Stay current with scientific literature, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes in the field of agronomy.
• Contribute to the development of new crop varieties and cultivation techniques.
• Mentor junior research staff and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation of all research activities.

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral research experience in crop physiology, soil fertility, or sustainable agriculture.
• Demonstrated expertise in experimental design, statistical analysis (e.g., R, SAS), and data visualization.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques relevant to plant physiology and soil analysis.
• Experience with field trial management and data collection in agricultural settings.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in both individual and team-based research environments.
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing technologies in agriculture is a plus.
• Passion for advancing agricultural science and contributing to food security.

• Design, implement, and manage agricultural research experiments.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data related to crop physiology, soil science, and pest management.
• Develop innovative solutions for agricultural challenges, such as yield improvement and disease resistance.
• Conduct field trials and laboratory analyses.
• Prepare detailed research reports, scientific publications, and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on research projects.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in agricultural science and technology.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to grant writing and funding applications.

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, or a closely related agricultural field.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral research experience in agricultural science.
• Proven track record of successful research projects and publications.
• Expertise in experimental design and statistical analysis.
• Experience with field research and laboratory techniques.
• Strong understanding of agricultural systems and sustainable practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research team.
• Proficiency in relevant scientific software (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS).

• Design and execute field and laboratory research experiments related to crop physiology, soil science, plant nutrition, and pest/disease management.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex agronomic data using statistical software and modeling techniques.
• Develop and optimize cultivation practices to enhance crop yield, quality, and resilience.
• Evaluate the efficacy of new crop varieties, fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including plant breeders, entomologists, and soil scientists.
• Prepare detailed research reports, scientific publications, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay current with scientific literature, industry trends, and regulatory developments in agronomy and crop science.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and patents.
• Manage research budgets and resources effectively.
• Provide technical guidance and support to field operations and product development teams.

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Biology, or a related agricultural science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in agricultural research, with a strong publication record.
• Proven expertise in experimental design, data analysis (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS), and statistical modeling.
• In-depth knowledge of plant physiology, soil fertility, crop production systems, and integrated pest management.
• Experience with field trial management and laboratory analysis techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Familiarity with precision agriculture technologies and GIS is a plus.

CONTRACT ROLE (Up to 1 year) -

General Summary

The Senior Research Scientist will develop new laser and other energy-based devices for dermatological and aesthetic applications, driving projects from concept development through technical feasibility studies, and working prototypes. This role is responsible for the design, construction, and testing of research prototype systems—including solid-state lasers, dye lasers, and other energy-delivery platforms. The scientist will also collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to address high-priority technical challenges.

Essential Job Functions

• Analysis of new laser concepts through theoretical and/or computational models.
• Design, demonstration and analysis of the performance of Proof-of-Concept lasers and other energy based systems.
• Development and/or characterization of critical laser/topical components.
• Evaluation and improvement of current processes and components.
• Preparation of documentation both for internal R&D use and for transfer of products to engineering.
• Generation and documentation of new IP.
• Participation in project planning, data reviews, and design reviews.
• Independent investigator to lead device development project
• Collaboration with external vendors, industry and academic partners to mature laser technology
• Travel as needed such as supporting prototypes in the field
• Will be provided projects to work on with regular oversight from other research scientist and management

Knowledge/Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical, or Laser Technology. Advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience working in Laser and other-directed energy technologies, tissue optics and laser tissue interactions.
• Broad knowledge base of a variety of laser technologies and hands on design experience with laser resonator design, short pulse generation, nonlinear optical techniques, and laser amplifiers.
• Hands on experience in experimental techniques in optics and laser technology studying tissue effects, electronics, and instrumentation.
• Experience developing medical devices is preferred.

This job description is not all inclusive and is intended to capture a majority of the job functions. Special projects and other tasks may be required by management.