Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Research Scientist to join our team! In this role you will get to research and develop complex scientific models as well as help lead current and new programs.

This position is contingent upon funding

What You'll Be Doing:

• Work with a team of scientists and engineers to improve and add new capabilities to existing numerical models, including an advanced atmospheric transport and dispersion model and/or high-temperature multi-physics model
• Document and present work to team members, customers, and to the modeling community
• Keep current with new developments in numerical methods and advances in AI/ML as they relate to scientific modeling
• Support Agile software development using DevSecOps and CI/CD tools
• Support program management needs in existing programs
• Support business development efforts to help grow existing programs and pursue new opportunities

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Secret Level Clearance
• BS degree and 8+ years of related professional experience; PHD preferred
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas: atmospheric transport and dispersion, computational fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer
• Knowledge and experience working with scientific models
• Ability to work independently and also work well with others in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage projects and people
• Ability to support business development efforts
• Occasional CONUS Travel may be required

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• 2 years or more of experience managing projects and personnel
• Knowledge and experience with AI/ML and GPU computing as they related to scientific modeling
• Experience coding in Fortran – understanding of both legacy and modern Fortran
• Experience with C, C++, Python, and/or Java

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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