Research Physicist

HRB; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement & matching

Tuition assistance program

Disability insurance

Dental, Vision plans

Job summary

HRB in Washington, DC seeks a Research Physicist with a strong optics background to lead cutting-edge research in advanced optical materials, nonlinear optics, and high-power laser physics for naval applications.

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative team, must be a U.S. citizen with a Secret clearance, and contribute to innovative solutions for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen required.
• Secret clearance required.
• Strong background in optics.
• Experience in laser physics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in advanced optical materials, nonlinear optics and high-power laser physics.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists to address challenging naval science problems.
• Publish results and present findings to stakeholders and sponsors.

Skills

Optics

Nonlinear optics

Laser physics

Naval research

Job description

Must be U.S. Citizen

Clearance Required: Secret

Functional Description: Seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Physicist with a strong background in optics to conduct cutting-edge research in advanced optical materials, nonlinear optics and high-power laser physics. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research that directly impacts the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The successful candidate will work as part of a collaborative team of scientists, inventing and innovating novel solutions to the most challenging problems facing naval science and technology.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan, short- and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, 401K retirement & matching, Tuition assistance program, direct deposit, leave package and 11 paid federal holidays.

Salary

The projected salary range for this position is $145,000- $185,000; however, this is not a guarantee of salary. Salary will be set based on experience and contractual requirements.