Leidos · 2 weeks ago
Research Scientist III
Natick, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $157K/yr
4+ years expLeidos is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to join their team in Natick, MA supporting the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center. The role involves applying scientific expertise to advance food protection, innovative packaging, and soldier sustainment technologies.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Food Protection and Innovative Packaging team to identify potential contamination on diverse surfaces using spectral imaging technologies
Conduct inoculation trials, perform efficacy studies, generate spectral images, and interpret imaging data to validate pathogen reduction treatments
Analyze spectral signatures to support contamination detection and quality assessment
Support spectral imaging research on operational ration components, fresh produce, and other food items
Correlate imaging results with indicators of product quality, freshness, and degradation
Design and execute bacterial and viral reduction studies using sanitizers, UV‑C, and combinations of multiple treatment methods
Perform pathogen propagation, data collection/analysis, and determine next‑step experimental directions based on results
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a related technical discipline and 4+ years of relevant experience (Additional experience, training, or certifications may substitute for degree requirements.)
Ability to obtain and maintain a government Common Access Card (CAC)
Demonstrated experience with spectral or microscopy imaging and data analysis
Hands-on experience with bacterial and viral propagation, enumeration, and culturing
Proficiency with data analysis tools such as GraphPad, SAS, or equivalent
Experience generating, analyzing, and interpreting benchtop spectral imaging data
Prior work in a BSL‑2 laboratory, including safe handling and disposal of pathogenic organisms
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks
Excellent analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Preferred
Master's degree in Microbiology or a related technical field with 2+ years of relevant experience
Experience working with military food systems or commodities
Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex scientific challenges
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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