Engineering Structures Impact Factor Jobs in Glen Echo, MD

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid — remote Mondays & Fridays)

Duration: June 1 – August 7, 2026 (10 weeks)

Compensation: $20/hr (Undergraduate)

Education Level: Undergraduate

About NCTA

NCTA – The Internet & Television Association is the principal trade association of the cable and broadband industry. Our Technology team provides technical expertise and analysis to members and staff on broadband and telecommunications topics at the intersection of policy and engineering.

About the Role

The Technology Intern will develop a technically rigorous understanding of cable and broadband infrastructure, network architecture, and the security, fraud, and content protection challenges that shape real-world policy discussions. This role is ideal for an engineering-minded student eager to see how technical realities influence regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Review and organize technical reference materials related to broadband infrastructure and network security
• Update and simplify infrastructure diagrams and explainers for internal use
• Explore datasets and technical resources to identify trends and system constraints
• Map high-level network risk and abuse touchpoints across cybersecurity, anti-fraud, and anti-piracy areas
• Attend NIST and FCC webinars and hearings and prepare summary notes
• Collaborate with policy-focused teams to explore how engineering tradeoffs intersect with regulatory frameworks

What You Bring

• Foundational knowledge in engineering, computer science, or network systems
• Strong intellectual curiosity and a systems-thinking mindset
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, high-level explanations
• Comfort working with technical materials, datasets, and infrastructure concepts
• Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to work across technical and policy-focused teams
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 3 working days per week

What You'll Gain

• A foundational understanding of broadband network architecture and large-scale communications systems
• Insight into how cable infrastructure constraints shape policy and regulatory discussions
• Exposure to cross-functional work spanning cybersecurity, anti-fraud, and content protection
• Experience attending FCC and NIST proceedings and translating technical developments for broader audiences
• Participation in professional development events, networking opportunities, and a lunch with the CEO
• An assigned peer mentor to support your onboarding and growth

Our Values

At NCTA, we are guided by four core values — Competency, Curiosity, Creativity, and Compassion — and we're looking for someone who brings all four to their work every day.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a one-page cover letter referencing the Technology internship.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

NCTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse people, ideas, and experiences are welcomed, included, and celebrated. NCTA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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About Us

Who we are:

Since 1975, TUMI has been creating world-class business, travel and performance luxury essentials, designed to upgrade, uncomplicate, and beautify all aspects of life on the move. Blending flawless functionality with a spirit of ingenuity, we’re committed to empowering journeys as a lifelong partner to movers and makers in pursuit of their passions. The brand is sold globally in over 75 countries with approximately 2,000 points of sale.

Job Description

Associate Benefits:

• Career pathing
• Work-life balance
• Training
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance with partial employer contributions, vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Disability Insurance, Supplemental Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match, and commuter benefits.
• Retail Store Associates may be eligible to participate in the quarterly sales bonus program. Store bonus payout eligibility is determined by performance to the quarterly sales plan which may be prorated depending on various factors.

Your Role At Tumi

As part of our Retail team, the Associate Manager is responsible for creating a client experience that accurately reflects the ethos of our brand while building and maintaining strong client relationships and driving sales through outstanding service.

The ideal candidate is committed to client service, demonstrating a strong understanding of, if not passion for, the luxury, travel, fashion, and lifestyle markets.

The TUMI retail environment encourages an entrepreneurial spirit, offering growth opportunities over time as we work together to increase sales, KPI’s, build client awareness, provide world-class service, and grow the brand.

Key Responsibilities

Performance to Goals:

• Meet and exceed individual and store baseline goals for personal sales and KPI metrics inclusive of conversion, DPT, UPT and Client Data Capture.

Leadership And Initiative

• Display a good sense of initiative, able to plan and prioritize, display strategic thinking, and champion change in an effective manner.
• Take pride in work and strive for excellence.
• Take responsibility for performance and complete all assigned tasks and meet deadlines.

People Development

• Training and Developing: Help teach others training content through consistent roleplay and coaching. Demonstrate an openness to new ideas and concepts while quickly learning and applying to the job. Monitor and assist the Store Manager with the training and development for store associates. Complete quarterly goalsetting for personal development.
• Coaching and Feedback: Clearly articulate strengths, goals and opportunities. Show critical thinking capabilities and is solution oriented. Utilize company tools to create a 360-degree coaching culture. Openness to feedback from supervisors, peers and team.

Communication And Relationship Building

• Exercise strong written and verbal skills.
• Adapt communication skills upwards, laterally and to their team.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct when completing job duties.
• Promote the organization’s business goals and adapt flexibly to change.
• Ability to remain calm and deescalate situations.
• Collaborate effectively with team.

Compliance

• Manage personal timecards to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Maintain Tumi University Training.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Visual Merchandising/Client Experience

• Ensure the store follows the visual guidelines and directives.
• Enforce excellent client services through the emphasis of utilizing client books, thank you cards and executing event strategies.
• Ensure a consistent superior client experience.

Qualifications

• Understand the TUMI brand and have true passion for the lifestyle, clients, and product assortment.
• Value a collaborative environment and have an openness to feedback.
• The retail team stands, moves around the store, lifts, pushes boxes that weigh 30 pounds, and uses a ladder to complete job duties.
• Have strong sales and client experience, preferably in the luxury market.
• Can demonstrate proven success in meeting sales goals and achieving KPI’s.
• Flexible availability to work nights, weekends, mornings, and holidays as needed.
• Have a strong sense of integrity and an ability to lead by example.
• Have strong time management skills.

About The Team

Why you'll love working here:

At TUMI, you’ll find a dynamic working environment, joining a community where each team member is empowered with an entrepreneurial spirit. Associates are respected as a vital part of the organization and recognized for their contributions. We believe in a workplace that gives every individual the opportunity to make an impact, and our ongoing commitment is to provide all the tools you need to succeed— guidance towards individual career growth, professional training and development initiatives, and a motivating, exciting environment— along with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits programs.

What We Value

• INNOVATIVE BY NATURE. SUSTAINABLE BY CHOICE. TUMI protects the things that matter most, the things you own and the planet you travel to see. Our planet is an astonishing place and we believe it’s our responsibility to preserve it for travelers of the future. By putting excellence and quality first, we ensure that every TUMI product has lifelong purpose, supported by our rigorous testing standards, exploration of recycled materials, and global repair network.
• PARTNERS WE BELIEVE IN. Staying true to our values by helping take care of the most vulnerable among us aligns with our mission and is a core element of what we do. We focus on three main areas: promoting wellbeing; empowering vulnerable communities; and protecting the earth’s beautiful places. Each year we extend our philanthropic efforts to partners that help better the world. From supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital fight to cure childhood cancer to Waves for Water who provides clean water to communities in need, we proudly stand by the profound changes they enact.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION. As an organization, we are committed to a diverse and vibrant culture, welcoming people from all walks of life. Our long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers each of us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day.

The actual rate of pay offered depends on various factors, including qualifications for the position and relevant experience; as well as other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position or location.

Tumi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Special Activities and Intelligence (SAI) Program in our Operational Warfighting (OPS) Division at CNA is hiring for a part-time Research Scientist. Staff at this level will typically be leading smaller and/or less complex projects, playing a critical role as a team member on projects with specific technical/scientific expertise. For this role we are looking for people that have extensive experience in AI and ML.

The SAI program conducts analyses that help decision-makers integrate information, intelligence, and exquisite effects into fleet operations. CNA has played an active role in the reconstruction of real-world incidents, assessment of the employment of operational teams, and the extraction of operational value from intelligence feeds. We also support efforts to integrate artificial intelligence and autonomous capabilities, crafting policies and procedures to guide their development and bridging the technology gap between defense and industry.

CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES

1. Routinely produces analysis on structured and unstructured problems that meets CNA's quality standards with limited direction and general supervision. Demonstrates ability to develop and apply creative and innovative analytic solutions to complex problems with assistance/support from more senior staff. Shows the ability to synthesize analytic results into a broader context. Can lead complex analytic projects with supervision. Begins to make connections and synthesize ideas across multiple, related studies.

2. Develops and maintains deep, specific institutional knowledge and expertise of primary clients/sponsors; their culture, organization, and issues. Uses that knowledge to support training & mentoring of new staff, to support on-going work, and to support development and shaping of new work for existing clients/ sponsors.

3. Balances responsiveness to guidance with independent action. Contributes productively and harmoniously to the work of others; treats everyone respectfully, professionally and fairly. Independently identifies opportunities for collaboration within team, division, and operating unit. Supports supervisor's initiatives and helps make vision a reality. Recognizes and acknowledges contributions from subordinates.

4. Supports business development efforts and/or marketing activities by interacting with CNA managers and current clients/sponsors on securing follow on work (e.g., small grants, or above core projects), expanding or developing new ideas for future projects, and occasionally working with potential clients/sponsors on developing new project ideas. Occasionally serves as internal reviewer of technical proposals.

5. Interacts regularly and independently with clients/sponsors and related parties. Typical interactions are at the "peer equivalent" level, but some level of interaction at senior level. Can effectively represent CNA as an organization.

6. Influences decisions by sponsors/ clients; provide sponsors/clients with implementable recommendations. Occasionally supports efforts to enhance CNA's reputation via publishing and outreach activities.

7. Demonstrates strong and effective communications skills, to include ability to summarize and synthesize larger pieces of work into effective executive summaries/executive briefings. Can effectively present work to more senior and larger audiences. Effectively communicates with & engages colleagues at all levels of the organization.

8. Works under limited direction and general supervision from division management. Can lead projects of low to medium size and/or complexity, as well as significant tasks on large or more complex projects. Effectively manages all aspects of assigned projects, to include delivery of high-quality analytic products on-time, and on-budget.

9. Plays a supporting role in the mentoring and training of new staff individually or as a member of a project team. Regularly demonstrates initiative in pursuing improvements in the quality of our projects and analytic products. Participates in corporate initiatives when asked to do so, and makes contributions to initiatives focused on making CNA a better place to work.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Education: Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field (STEM), PhD preferred.

2. Experience: Typical minimum requirements 5+ years of experience in research and analysis. Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts and applications preferred. Experience with Navy and AI-related organizations and processes preferred.

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4. Other: Must have an active Top-Secret Security Clearance. SCI eligibility is highly desired.

Required Documents

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CNA follows a broad band compensation framework that considers a range of criteria in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets; experience; degree, certifications, other business and organizational needs. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is around $73.00 - $81.25 hourly.

Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats, and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, Journeys offers the most popular brands that cater to the teen lifestyle. Through strategic artistic partnerships, event sponsorships, exclusive content, creative collaborations with musicians, and a focus on giving back to the community through charitable events and volunteer programsJourneys has become more than just a retailer, but a universal part of teen and youth culture. The in-store Journeys experience features an energetic environment, friendly, passionate staff, and an inclusive atmosphere where self-expression is not just accepted but encouraged and embraced. Journeys is an attitude you can wear.

Journeys is always looking for great people to join our team!

To provide a fun and memorable shopping experience at Journeys while assisting with basic store operations and achieving store and personal sales goals and standards of performance.

Meet and exceed store and personal sales goals and standards of performance.

Perform all Operation/Loss Prevention procedures accurately according to policies.

Maintain store appearance and stockroom organization.

Effectively communicate all store needs to store management.

Stay informed of current fashion trends.

Complete all point of sale functions as required.

Complete all assigned tasks and responsibilities promptly.

Provide a fun, full service experience to all customers.

Complete all required training.

Understand the Journeys culture and demonstrate it to the team.

Prior retail sales experience preferred.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Desire to succeed in fast-paced retail environment.

Willingness to learn.

Ability to work night and weekend shifts.

Ability to climb, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Stand for long periods of time.

Must be at least 16 years of age.

The pay rate, commission, and bonus structure varies per job title, county, city, state or province. Benefits offered may include medical, vision, and dental insurance, a vacation package, and community service hours but may also vary by state, province, or territory. For clarification, refer to .

Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, physical or mental disability of otherwise qualified individuals, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or registered domestic/civil union partner status, gender identity and/or expression, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reductions in force, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Any applicant or employee who needs a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment or to perform the essential functions of his or her job should email or call (615) 367-7467.

Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm's core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.

Private Wealth Paralegal

The Private Wealth Paralegal is responsible for providing paralegal support and assistance to attorneys in the management, coordination, and administration of all aspects of trusts and estates in probate within established administrative procedures. This position requires appropriate client and advisor contact. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.

Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).

The Private Wealth Paralegal can sit in our Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York or Washington D.C. office. Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).

Client billable hour requirement: 1,550 hours annually

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Oversee all aspects of trusts and estates in probate.
• Prepare and file probate documents in order to open and/or close estates, as well as prepare all requisite documents relative to trusts and estates in probate.
• Collect and distribute estate/decedent's assets by contacting banks, brokerage houses, and appraisers.Prepare receipts and releases.Open, establish, and maintain estate checking accounts.
• Compile all information required to prepare gift and estate tax returns.Prepare and file Illinois state and federal estate tax returns including the court inventory.Review completed tax returns, prepare checks, obtain necessary signatures, and forward to the IRS.Forward executed tax returns to accountants; maintain archival files.
• Coordinate asset transfers and funding of trusts.If necessary, communicate with necessary parties relative to appropriate funding.
• Prepare for federal audit or state gift/estate tax audits.
• Research and investigate any requests, problems or issues, and resolve with appropriate parties.
• Prepare initial drafts of client correspondence and memos.
• Responsible for client contact and communication to clients.
• Perform file organization and maintenance.
• Maintain up-to-date time reports to ensure accurate client billing.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• On a case-by-case basis, may supervise the work performed by Project Assistant and/or Paralegal I and II staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the firm's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training, and providing input into the performance appraisal process.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor's degree and five or more years progressive trust administration experience managing all aspects of trust accounts are required, preferably in a law firm environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Legal research knowledge and ability to use law library are required.Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited paralegal program a plus.
• Computer proficient with experience and working knowledge of Westlaw and other trust-related databases , Internet research, due diligence, Excel, Access, Outlook, and MS Word preferred. Applicable knowledge of legal and investment terminology with a strong trust administration background and proficiency in West's Federal Estate Tax program and fiduciary income tax forms and extensions.Ability to prepare federal and state estate tax returns, as well as familiarity with estate and gift tax return software programs, highly desirable.
• Exhibit high degree of initiative with excellent analytical, technical, and critical-thinking skills requiring an aptitude for detail, precision, and logic in order to analyze and research probate trust/estate data, process information, conduct legal research, and perform essential duties.
• Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information.Ability to compile and analyze complex data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, e‐mail, or verbally.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information and training, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment.Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position's responsibilities.
• Ability to identify and analyze probate trust/estate issues and inquiries and to recommend and implement solutions.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and oversee numerous tasks from inception to completion, and ensure work is completed within strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment, and adapt to changes in workflow.Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills.
• Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, prepare probate and trust/estate-related documents and forms, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, and verifying numerical data on forms and documents.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, laser printer, telephone, photocopier, calculator, scanner, facsimile, etc.
• Ability to occasionally retrieve and distribute files, written documentation and copies, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Ability and availability to travel to other firm locations when required.

For our Los Angeles and Washington D.C. Offices, the annualized salary range for this position is $110,000 to $140,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Birch, Stewart, Kolasch & Birch, LLP, an internationally recognized intellectual property law firm located near Mosaic District in Vienna, VA, has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and highly skilled Patent Attorney to join our team on a full-time basis.

Overview

Qualifications

·   Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent

·     One to three years of substantial patent prosecution experience as a licensed attorney at a U.S. law firm or in-house

·      Registration to practice before the USPTO

·      Strong technical writing and analytical skills

·      Ability to work well in a team environment

Responsibilities

·      Prosecution of patent applications for leading global technology companies

·      Collaboration with clients and other professionals

·      Conducting case discussions with clients

·      Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in patent law

Benefits

·      Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Short-term and long-term disability coverage

·      Positive and collaborative team environment

·      Remote working possibility in VA and some nearby states

·      Walking distance to Dunn Loring-Merrifield metro station

About BSKB:

Since 1976, BSKB has been providing a full range of intellectual property law services to clients in the areas of patent prosecution, post-grant review, litigation, opinions and counseling, design patents, trademarks and licensing. Our knowledgeable attorneys and agents hold advanced degrees and are experienced in the fields of chemistry, electronics and IT, mechanical engineering and life sciences/biotechnology.

We believe in offering every client quality, personalized service, and are committed to educating our clients to help them make the most of their intellectual property. BSKB has a rich tradition of offering seminars on intellectual property law that have been attended by practitioners from around the world.

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Terms of Employment

• Full-Time, Permanent
• This position requires an Active TS/SCI.
• This position is onsite at Arlington, VA

Overview & Responsibilities

Join our client as a Senior Systems Architect & Integration Engineer supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force at the heart of national security. In this long-term role, you won't just maintain systems – you will bridge the gap between complex Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data and the warfighter. You will design, integrate, and secure the next generation of targeting and collection management solutions using modern DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures.

You will...

• Lead the high-level solution architecture for complex ISR and Targeting systems, ensuring they are scalable, resilient, and aligned with Air Force mission objectives.
• Design and implement robust, secure API-based integrations to connect disparate DoD data sources, ensuring seamless interoperability across the enterprise.
• Architect and manage diverse data environments, utilizing both RDBMS and Polyglot (NoSQL) database solutions to handle high-velocity mission data.
• Oversee the deployment and orchestration of containerized applications using Kubernetes, ensuring a secure and automated CI/CD pipeline from development to production.
• Proactively identify and remediate vulnerabilities using tools like Fortify; ensure all solutions meet rigorous DoD cybersecurity standards and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.
• Apply Design Thinking and agile methodologies to lead technical workstreams, translate mission requirements into engineering specifications, and mentor junior staff.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI/ML (including Gemini and LLMs) to automate collection management and enhance decision-making for ISR analysts.

Required Qualifications

• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
• 10+ years of post-degree, paid professional engineering experience (excluding internships).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or Chemistry.
• Expertise in Object-Oriented Design (OOD) and System Integration.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and DevSecOps workflows.
• Deep knowledge of SQL and at least one NoSQL database platform (i.e. MongoDB Enterprise, Couchbase Server, MarkLogic, Apache Cassandra / DataStax, Apache HBase, ScyllaDB, Redis, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Neptune, Neo4j, Elasticsearch (ELK Stack), ArangoDB).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for technical reporting and briefings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in the US Armed Forces (any rank/branch).
• Specific domain knowledge in ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), Targeting, or Collection Management.
• Familiarity with Cyber Scan tools like Fortify.

HANSOH BIO

Hansoh Bio is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Hansoh Pharmaceutical Group Company Limited, a biopharma company founded in 1995. Hansoh Pharma discovers and develops breakthrough therapies for serious diseases and disorders affecting patients around the world, employing 9,000 workers and 1,400 R&D professionals. With over 40 products in commercialization, the Company’s pipeline programs and products cover therapeutic areas such as oncology, central nervous system, anti-infectives, diabetes, as well as gastrointestinal and cardiovascular diseases.

Hansoh Bio is a biotech Research and Development (R&D) arm of Hansoh Pharma based in Rockville, MD, focused on de novo drug discovery and development of novel therapeutics. Hansoh Bio is thrilled to offer exciting opportunities for researchers and scientists to engage in target discovery and pre-clinical candidate development of high impact projects, while being an integral member of a collaborative, passionate, and goal-oriented team.

For more information, please visit Biology and Biophysics – MARYLAND R&D CENTER

We are currently seeking a motivated and multi-talented scientist to join our peptide discovery and development team in Rockville, Maryland. This role will focus on the design, screening, and optimization of peptide-based ligands against biologically relevant targets. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative screening platforms and drive hit-to-lead and lead optimization efforts toward preclinical candidate selection.

This position requires a strong foundation in protein–ligand interactions, peptide chemistry/biology, and a demonstrated ability to integrate experimental and computational approaches.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop novel screening strategies to identify peptide binders

• Drive optimization of peptide hits for affinity, selectivity, stability, and developability

• Leveraging computational tools (e.g., molecular modeling, docking, MD simulations) to inform peptide design

• Apply structure activity relationship principles to guide iterative design cycles

• Interpret structural biology data (e.g., X-ray, cryo-EM, AlphaFold models) to guide optimization strategies

• Work closely with biophysics, structural biology, medicinal chemistry, and in vivo pharmacology teams

• Provide timely communication and presentations

REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. degree in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology or related areas with 5+ years of research experience. Post-doctoral experience is preferred but not required

• Familiarity with computational chemistry or structural modeling tools

• Strong experience in molecular biology such as RT-PCR, qPCR, etc

• Strong experience in expression, purification, and biophysical characterization of proteins

• Strong understanding of protein–ligand interactions and binding kinetics

• Hands-on experience with biophysical binding assays (SPR, BLI, ITC, etc.)

• Experience with peptide discovery platforms (e.g., phage display, mRNA display, yeast display) is preferred

• Experience in SAR-driven optimization and lead development is preferred