Senior Physicist

Mayvin, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayvin, Inc. seeks a Senior Physicist to support the U.S. DHS HSARPA mission, focusing on nuclear forensics within the CBRNE division. You will contribute expert analysis, reviews, and technical guidance for nuclear materials characterization and related programs.

The role requires U.S. citizenship and an active SECRET clearance, with responsibilities spanning technical reviews, planning, execution, and reporting to stakeholders. Exceptional communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with 10+ years of experience or MA/MS with 8+ years of experience.
• U.S. Citizenship and an active SECRET clearance required.
• Provide technical reviews, program planning and execution, and statistical analyses for nuclear forensics programs.
• Demonstrate expertise in nuclear forensics disciplines and communicate results to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical reviews and program planning for nuclear forensics projects.
• Perform statistical analyses and assess technical nuclear forensics programs.
• Oversee technical oversight of nuclear forensics programs and produce reports for stakeholders.
• Communicate results clearly in written and verbal form to project teams and leadership.

Skills

Nuclear forensics

Analytical chemistry methods

Chemical engineering

Statistical analyses

Written & verbal communication

Education

BA/BS in a relevant field

MA/MS in a relevant field

Job description

Mayvin is seeking a Senior Physicist to support the US Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate. This position directly supports the Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Explosives (CBRNE) Division embedded in the Homeland Security Advance Research Projects Agency (HSARPA) Mission Center for Countering Homeland Threats (MCCHT). The Senior Physicist can include the disciplines of Biophysics, Physics, or Nuclear Forensics.Must be a U.S. Citizen.Must have an active SECRET clearance.Responsibilities:Provide technical support with expert knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle, analytical chemistry methods, and chemical engineering inherent in the nuclear forensic characterization of nuclear and radiological materialsProvide full-time support in the form of technical reviews, program planning and execution, statistical analyses and assessments, and technical assistance in oversight of technical nuclear forensics programsDemonstrate expertise in nuclear forensics-related disciplines and experience in working with expert panels dedicated to nuclear forensicsClear written and verbal communication skills to produce accurate reports and brief results to stakeholdersSolid understanding of lab health and safety regulationsExceptional analytical research skillsRequired Qualifications:BA/BS degree and 10+ years of experience or MA/MS with 8+ years of experienceExperience providing support services for Biology, bioengineering and biomedical engineering effortsPreferred Qualifications:A scientific and technical understanding in: CBRN sensor systems , Networked sensor systems and cloud computing, Data Analytics, Anomaly Detection and data miningAbout MayvinMayvin is more than a workplace—it’s a community built on innovation, ingenuity, and impact. Enjoy outstanding benefits and amenities, a truly supportive work environment, and continuous opportunities for professional growth. Your contributions are recognized and rewarded, and—most importantly—your voice matters. Here, you're treated with the dignity and respect you deserve.Mayvin is proud to support the national security mission of the United States through exceptional service to the Departments of War, Homeland Security, and Justice. Join us in solving the nation's toughest challenges—because at Mayvin, #PeopleMatter and it's time to #ReimagineYourMission.