Data Scientist I

Work on all elements of the data science workflow (data preprocessing, analyzing data using exploratory mathematics, statistical techniques, developing and optimizing AI/ML models, developing agentic workflows). Recommend various technology options or approaches for system and processes improvements in terms of performance, efficiency, cost or safety. In this job you will:

• Participate in the research and development in machine learning and data science focused on applications such as:
• AI/ML based active control of large complex systems.
• Surrogate modeling of particle accelerator processes, deployment and continual learning workflows.
• Uncertainty Quantification for ML.
• Develop and maintain high quality software for data science projects (machine learning, continual learning, uncertainty quantification).

• Required: None
• Preferred: 2 or more years of Postdoc experience
• Preferred: Experience with contributing and leading tasks on large projects with multi-disciplinary teams

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Engineering, or a closely related technical area
• Preferred: Ph.D.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with publicly available technical libraries for data analytics (e.g. scikit-learn), deep learning (e.g. Pytorch, Tensorflow) and optimization tools
• Proficiency in advance machine learning such as uncertainty quantification for ML, continual learning, graph neural networks,
• And/or proficiency in agentic workflow tools such as LangChain, LangGraph,
• And/or proficiency in Large Language Models training and evaluation
• Ability to work with large datasets and mine relevant information for use in AI/ML applications
• Ability to develop approaches and solutions to complex problems in the forms of proposals, software, documents or other work products

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)

• 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested * Flexible Work Arrangements

(Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)

• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches,

mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast

SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Jefferson Lab,you’llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark - where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstrulymatter.

Jefferson Lab is hiring 2 Data Scientists for 2-year term appointments.

Range:$80,300 - $142,300 (SCS-I) What your job will be like