172 lead researcher jobs at 90 companies in Virginia
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Lead Vulnerability Researcher
Maryland or Herndon
$175k-$220k/yr OnsiteFull Time
4+ YOEAdvanced degree and relevant cybersecurity experience required; proficiency in C/C++, Python, ISA, Linux, reverse engineering, decompilers, vulnerability research tools, and debuggers. Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required in Maryland.
C, C++, Python, x86, ARM, MIPS, Linux, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Ghidra, GDB, WinDbg, UART, SPI, I2C, TLS, SSH, RTOS
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Principal Researcher, Financial Services
Virginia or New York
$163k-$263k/yr RemoteFull Time
7+ YOE7+ years in threat intelligence, deep knowledge of adversary lifecycles and TTPs, experience with threat data analysis tools, strong communication and collaboration, ability to lead projects and produce published research.
MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, passive DNS
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Lead Vulnerability Researcher
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$157k-$235k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; C/C++ and Python in Linux; reverse engineering and vulnerability research with IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra; embedded systems expertise; active Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI.
C, C++, Python, Linux, IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, Ghidra, QEMU, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, ARM, MIPS, PowerPC, RTOS, ASLR, DEP, RS485, RS232, CAN, WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
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Senior AI Security Researcher
Durham or Texas or North Carolina or Virginia or Washington or California
$224k-$431k/yr RemoteFull Time
12+ YOE12+ years in AI security, cybersecurity research, or applied ML; demonstrated research impact; bachelor's in CS/ML/cybersecurity or equivalent; experience leading AI-security research and building production security ML systems.
Python, PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Pandas, NumPy, Spark, BigQuery
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Lead Signal Processing Researcher
Arlington or Dayton or Woburn or Boston or Melbourne or Carlsbad or United States
$173k-$216k/yr OnsiteFull Time
3+ YOEActive security clearance (US citizenship required), PhD/MS/BS in a technical discipline, 3+ years' relevant experience, strong MATLAB/Python/Simulink/C/C++ skills, expertise in signal processing, ML, radar, and systems integration.
MATLAB, Python, Simulink, C, C++
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Senior Researcher, Community Safety & Violence Prevention
United States or Arlington
$126k-$154k/yr RemoteFull Time
3+ YOEPhD with 3+ years or Master’s with 7+ years in relevant fields; deep expertise in community safety and prevention; experience leading complex mixed-methods research, managing projects and budgets, proposal writing, and mentoring staff. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship.
STATA, R, Microsoft Excel, NVivo, Microsoft Access
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Lead Quantitative and Qualitative Researcher- Remote
Reston or United States
$119k-$203k/yr RemoteFull Time
7+ YOERequires 7+ years in UX/CX, market, human factors, behavioral, or related research; bachelor's degree; U.S. citizenship; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance; and U.S. residence.
Figma, Qualtrics, Usertesting.com, Microsoft Office, Tableau, Power BI
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Biology and Machine Learning
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
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PhD in a quantitative discipline, expertise in machine learning and computational biology, proficiency with PyTorch, strong math/stat foundations, publication record, and ability to lead computational genomics projects.
PyTorch
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Senior UX Researcher, AWS Marketplace and Partner Services
Austin or Arlington
$152k-$206k/yr OnsiteFull Time
7+ YOE7+ years leading user research for complex B2B or marketplace products; expertise in qualitative and quantitative methods; bachelor's required, master's preferred; experience with conversational and AI-powered interfaces; strong communication and mentorship skills.
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Quantum Science Lead
Reston, Virginia, United States
$175k-$275k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOEPhD in related field, 5+ years in quantum sensing/networking/hardware, record of publications or patents, ability to obtain TS/SCI, strong communication and research leadership skills.
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Lead, User Intelligence Research
New York City or Richmond or McLean
$150k-$205k/yr HybridFull Time
3+ YOERequires 3+ years in UX research, data science, or customer experience research; quantitative and qualitative analysis; and 2+ years leading complex projects or research programs.
AI, behavioral analytics
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Lead Analytical and Executive Support, Lead Analyst
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
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7+ YOEBachelor's degree in business or a technical field, 7+ years in engineering/science management, operations research, or financial/cost analysis, active Secret clearance, and lead analytical experience.
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Lead, User Intelligence Research
New York City or Richmond or McLean
$150k-$205k/yr HybridFull Time
3+ YOERequires 3+ years in UX, data science, or customer experience research; 3+ years analyzing quantitative and qualitative data; and 2+ years leading complex research projects.
AI, behavioral analytics, survey data
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Team Lead Research Analyst - FBI IMD
Winchester or Clarksburg
OnsiteFull Time
3+ YOEActive TS/SCI clearance; 3+ years government/security research; 2+ years with FBI IMD EVC; strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
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Maneuver Lead
Quantico, Virginia, United States
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5+ YOERequires 5+ years operational experience in maneuver/aviation/fires/logistics/intelligence for computer-assisted exercises, modeling & simulation expertise (MTWS, CACCTUS, DVTE, JCATS, JSAF, OneSAF, CBS, JTLS), strong communication and analytical skills, Secret clearance (able to obtain TS/SCI).
MTWS, CACCTUS, DVTE, JCATS, JSAF, OneSAF, CBS, JTLS
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Senior Data Team Lead (Remote)
Anaheim or Atlanta or Austin or Boston or Charleston or Charleston or Charlotte or Chicago or Dallas or Durham or Jacksonville or Jersey City or Las Vegas or Miami or Myrtle Beach or New York or Norfolk or Oakland or Orlando or Philadelphia or Portland or Portland or Raleigh or Richmond or San Diego or San Francisco or Tampa or Virginia Beach
$87k-$217k/yr RemoteFull Time
7+ YOE5+ MgmtBachelor’s in life/health/clinical/biological/mathematical field,7+ years clinical data management experience,5+ years lead experience,experience with large global studies,knowledge of GCP/ICH,excellent communication and leadership.
Medidata Rave, Oracle InForm, EDC
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Team Lead - Distribution Operations E-Commerce
Fredericksburg or Virginia
$17-$18/hr OnsiteFull Time
1+ YOEHigh school diploma or equivalent, 1+ years of retail or related experience, computer and internet research proficiency, teamwork, organization, and completion of required team lead training.
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Lead, User Intelligence Research
New York or McLean or Richmond
$180k-$205k/yr HybridFull Time
3+ YOE3+ years UXR/Data Science/Customer Experience experience, 3+ years aggregating and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, 2+ years leading complex projects, experience with structured research, and ability to produce actionable insights.
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Senior Space Technology Development Lead
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
$156k-$234k/yr OnsiteFull Time
12+ YOEBachelor's in science/engineering/math,12+ years relevant experience, TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required; experience leading R&D for space technologies and technical project management.
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Frontier AI Research Engineer, Lead
McLean or Washington
$129k-$292k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOE5+ years engineering experience building advanced AI systems; ability to translate research into production, lead technical teams, and deliver end-to-end AI prototypes and integrations.
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