Statistician

General Matter; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Stock options

Job summary

General Matter is seeking a Statistician to support its Nuclear Material Control & Accountability program in Los Angeles. This role involves performing statistical calculations, verifying measurement data, and assisting in compliance reporting. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, or related fields and be proficient in advanced math and Excel.

The position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a team. The salary range is $75,000–$120,000 annually, with additional benefits for full-time hires.

Qualifications

• Strong math skills for applied calculations and accurate documentation.
• Ability to perform statistical calculations for compliance.
• Proficiency in Excel for data management.

Responsibilities

• Perform statistical calculations to support inventory checks.
• Track and verify measurement data like weights and volumes.
• Calculate averages and error margins for measurements.
• Assist in preparing compliance reports and audits.

Skills

Mathematical proficiency

Statistical analysis

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Physics or related field

Job description

About This Role

As a Statistician, you will support General Matter's Nuclear Material Control & Accountability program. This program is key to ensuring the safe, secure, and compliant management of nuclear material. The role is ideal for someone with strong math skills who can apply them to real-world measurements and are keenly detail oriented to ensure accurate documentation and reporting for compliance. You will work alongside engineers to ensure accurate tracking of nuclear materials in compliance with NRC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic statistical calculations to support inventory checks and material balances.
• Track and verify measurement data, including weights, volumes, and assay results.
• Calculate averages, error margins, and simple uncertainty estimates for measurements.
• Help design and check forms, spreadsheets, and databases used for MC&A reporting.
• Support periodic physical inventories and reconcile records with actual counts.
• Assist in preparing compliance reports and internal audits.
• Work with engineers and safeguards staff to learn applied MC&A concepts.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Physics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in advanced math fundamentals, including algebra, probability, and descriptive statistics (means, variance, standard deviation, error propagation).
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem solving abilities.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc).
• Experience in a fast‑paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey math concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with physics or chemistry concepts.
• Interest in learning about nuclear safeguards and regulatory compliance.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Location and Clearance

This role is based out of our headquarters in the south bay area of Los Angeles. Relocation or commuting to the facilities on a daily basis is required. This position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range: $75,000–$120,000 annually. Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. The individual level and base pay is determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full‑time hires, you may also be eligible for long‑term incentives in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.