AI/ML Data Scientist for National Impact & Innovation

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD, is seeking a PhD-qualified researcher to tackle AI, data science, and visualization challenges across cybersecurity, healthcare, and image processing.

Join a team in the Analytic Capabilities Group to develop scalable software systems, leverage AI, and collaborate with experts to address national priorities while maintaining security clearance readiness.

Qualifications

• You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
• Have, or soon to have, a PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related technical field
• Are able to acquire an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a passionate team focused on creating cutting-edge solutions that address national priorities and make a real-world impact.
• Dive into exciting projects and apply your skills in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computational Social Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, DevOps, Signal and Image Processing, and Mathematics.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Java

Kotlin

C++

AI assurance

Explainable AI

RAG

Agentic frameworks

Vue

React

Angular

Prompt design

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Vue

React

Angular

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD, is seeking a PhD-qualified researcher to tackle AI, data science, and visualization challenges across cybersecurity, healthcare, and image processing.

Join a team in the Analytic Capabilities Group to develop scalable software systems, leverage AI, and collaborate with experts to address national priorities while maintaining security clearance readiness.