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First Street is hiring a Senior Data Scientist to join their Data Science team.

This role focuses on building and improving climate-hazard and geospatial models, with an emphasis on applied machine learning. You’ll work with large environmental datasets to develop new and enhance existing models, validate outputs against real-world conditions, and support the systems that bring this data into production.

The work is hands-on and technical, spanning statistical analysis, modeling, and large-scale data pipelines through cloud-based and HPC workflows.

First Street is looking for someone with a strong foundation in earth science and geospatial data, and experience deploying machine learning into production.

Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gjXbtnCi

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What is the Google.org Impact Challenge: AI for Science? The Google.org Impact Challenge: AI for Science is a $30 million global open-call to accelerate scientific breakthroughs that improve human health and build climate resilience. We are looking for nonprofits, academic institutions, and social enterprises that are building transformative AI-powered solutions, ranging from large-scale open datasets to pioneering research breakthroughs. Beyond funding, organizations may participate in a Google.org Accelerator and receive six months of dedicated pro bono technical support from Google experts and access to Google Cloud credits to help bring these projects to life.

When can I apply for funding through the Google.org Impact Challenge: AI for Science? We will accept applications beginning on February 19, 2026 until May 1, 2026 at 11:59PM PT.

We’re particularly interested in proposals leveraging AI to help accelerate scientific breakthroughs in the fields of Health & Life Sciences and Climate Resilience & Environmental Science. However, we remain open to exceptional proposals in other fields that offer significant impact with strong alignment across criteria.

Find out more (Especially recommend opening the FAQ document): 

The spring call is now open!  There are seven research areas and perhaps Amazon 2030 is the most promising for earth observation scie:

1. AI for Information Security
2. Agentic AI
3. Amazon 2030
4. Amazon Security
5. Build on Trainium: Accelerating Post-Training
6. Build on Trainium: Kernels for ML Acceleration
7. Robotics

The deadline for submissions is May 6, 2026 at 11:59PM Pacific Time.  Find out more here:

Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.

The Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow of Ocean Optics and Scattering Instrumentation.  Wayne Slade is the advertising staff member.

This is a grant-funded position located in Fort Pierce, FL. Continuation of grant funds after the first year is anticipated but not guaranteed.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will develop next-generation instrumentation for measurement of the optical scattering in the ocean and contribute to work that will advance the understanding of the connections between particle properties and optical signatures in the environment, relevant to ocean biogeochemistry and remote sensing. May participate in work at the interface of ocean optics, marine biogeochemistry, and instrument engineering, including participation in field measurements, publication of research results, and collaboration with scientists and engineers working on optical approaches to ocean observation.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Design and testing of instrument subsystems, design and conduct of lab (breadboard) experiments, development of calibration and correction procedures, and analysis of optical measurements in the context of aquatic particle composition and biogeochemical processes.
• Provide leadership in submission and contribution to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• May participate in coordination and/or participation in field deployments.

FAU Benefits and Perks: If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty – Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU’s amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in oceanography, electrical engineering, optical engineering, physics, or a related field is required.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

Familiarity and experience with optical components and assemblies, including lasers, laboratory testing and measurement (including data acquisition), and/or laboratory characterization of breadboard prototypes and instrumentation. Familiarity with optical simulation software such as Zemax OpticStudio, Ansys SPEOS, or Lambda Research TracePro, as well as basic CAD proficiency, is desirable.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a research team, applying these skills to design and conduct laboratory experiments. Strong quantitative and analytical skills are essential.

Proficiency in scientific programming and data analysis (Python, MATLAB, or similar) and strong English-language written and oral scientific communication skills.

Experience with oceanographic field measurements is desirable.

Salary: $60,000 – $65,000 annually.

This is a grant-funded position for one year, with continuation of funding possible but not guaranteed.

College or Department: Research – Ocean Optics and Biogeochemistry

Location: Harbor Branch (HBOI)

Work Days and Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Application Deadline: 2026-04-24

Special Instructions to Applicant: This is a research or research-related support position. As required by Florida Statutes Section 1010.35, a Foreign Influence Screening may be required.

This is a grant-funded position for one year, with continuation of funding possible but not guaranteed.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

 

• Curriculum vitae.
• A two-page statement of experience, career goals, and research interests.
• Names and email addresses of three references who can provide a recommendation.
• Reprint(s) of relevant publications.

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

The final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights

and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human

Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

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