Research Scientist with Security Clearance

Responsibilities PeopleTec is currently seeking a Research Scientist to support our Huntsville, AL location. We are seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to join our team at PeopleTec, Inc. This is a junior-level role for applicants with experience in topics such as engineering, physics, computer simulation, big data analysis, machine learning, and Monte Carlo techniques, with a focus on scientific model-building and hypothesis testing. Previous experience working in a research and development team environment is highly desired. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work with a small team on a broad range of projects in Government and contractor laboratories. You will work under the mentorship of highly experienced researchers, who will challenge you to learn and grow in your career. Collaborating with engineers, scientists, and computer simulation experts, you will apply your education, experience, and expertise to formulate hypotheses based on existing research data, plan and carry out experiments, collect and analyze data, and make informed conclusions supported by results. The areas of interest are sophisticated, fundamental models of currently under-studied and emerging areas of biology, electronics, and physics of interest to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Duties: * Design of experiment, conduction of experiment, analysis of results * Research activities such as performing independent literature searches and reviews * Use of common computer software suites and languages for simulation, calculation, scripting, document preparation, and presentation as required (e.g. Python, C++, Fortran, R, Mathematica, JMP, LaTeX, MS Office) * Documentation and reporting, including final reports for customers and publication-quality scientific literature * Participation in meetings with internal stakeholders to understand the team's scientific direction and external stakeholders for reporting progress and results Qualifications Required Skills/Experience : * 2-3 years' experience in an R&D role * Strong background in probability and statistics, random processes, optimization, and linear algebra * Project experience (in work or education) involving the following areas: computer modeling, machine learning, comparative data analysis, Monte Carlo techniques, experiment design and regression * Experience preparing scientific reports or summaries in LaTeX and Microsoft Office * Ability to disseminate knowledge through reports and presentations to various audiences, each with different levels of expertise * Pursuing or completed a thesis- or dissertation-based curriculum for a graduate degree, or participating in research demonstrating comparable experience in scientific publication * Travel: 10 % * Must be a U.S. Citizen * Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment. Educat ion Requirements : * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Physics, or other related field (3.5 GPA or higher), MS is preferred Estimated Time To Hire: * February 2026 Overview People First. Technology Always. PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce. Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields. Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people. Come Experience It. #cjpost #dpost EEO Statement PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.