Research Scientist II - Innovate, Design & Collaborate

The Swift Group, LLC; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellness

Retirement plan

Education benefits

Time off

Job summary

The Swift Group, LLC in College Park, MD is seeking a Level 2 Research Scientist to advance laboratory studies and support early-stage technology development. The role emphasizes strong analytical abilities and cross-disciplinary collaboration to inform future products and capabilities.

You will apply rigorous scientific principles, design experiments, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to contribute to intellectual property and innovation while operating in a security-cleared

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in the field.
• Experience conducting laboratory research and executing scientific studies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to support research design.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and contribute to multidisciplinary research efforts.
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide guidance on the application of scientific principles and concepts.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies, scientific theories, and industry trends through literature, academia, and technical forums.
• Conduct laboratory research and execute scientific studies to support research objectives.
• Plan, design, develop, and execute scientific experiments and research initiatives.
• Perform feasibility studies to evaluate new concepts, technologies, and methodologies.
• Apply scientific principles to support potential inventions and product development, often years ahead of formal product roadmaps.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams on research activities and initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property, including research findings and innovations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Laboratory research experience

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (CS, EE, Materials, etc.)

Master’s degree substitute for 2 years experience (6 total)

PhD substitute for 4 years experience (4 total)

Job description

The Swift Group, LLC in College Park, MD is seeking a Level 2 Research Scientist to advance laboratory studies and support early-stage technology development. The role emphasizes strong analytical abilities and cross-disciplinary collaboration to inform future products and capabilities.

You will apply rigorous scientific principles, design experiments, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to contribute to intellectual property and innovation while operating in a security-cleared