Job Description

Do you want to become an expert in healthcare and/or human-machine systems?

Are you passionate about tackling current and emerging challenges to provide real-world impact and drive the future?

If you are pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in engineering (e.g., systems, biomedical, industrial, health systems, human factors or human systems), mathematics, or data science, and want to work in the areas of health and human-machine systems, we would love to have you join our team!

The Health and Human-Machine Systems Group is seeking talented individuals to help us design and operationalize advanced and autonomous solutions to revolutionize healthcare and socio-technical systems. We partner with collaborators in government, industry, and academia to develop innovative science and technology solutions to better ensure the health of individuals across the Nation. You will be joining a hardworking team of engineers and scientists to develop and integrate cutting-edge technologies, data-driven processes, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) principles, and cognitive and behavioral sciences. You will partner with creative thinkers, motivated problem solvers, and life-long learners in support of our country.

As a member of our team …

• You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary group to investigate, evaluate, analyze, and prototype technologies and operational solutions. This may include the development of system concepts and technologies to mature autonomous/intelligent health and human-machine partnerships.

• You will collaborate with operational stakeholders to understand and document their needs, and translate them into well-defined requirements to facilitate analysis, modeling and simulation (M&S), and/or system design.

• You will support project reviews to gather feedback on analytical approaches, techniques, system design, integration, and testing methodologies. This may lead to revising, documenting, and presenting work products based on these reviews and in accordance with APLs high quality standards.
• You will help design and implement algorithms and visualizations for analyzing and communicating data in support of decision-making for real world challenges.
• You will help to define new and innovative ways to address operational challenges.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Are pursuing a Bachelor's  Degree in engineering, mathematics, data science, human factors, or a related technical field with a strong track record of academic performance.
• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

• Have experience with one of the following areas:

  • Data analysis, visualizations, or M&S tools such as Python, Matlab, Advanced Excel (VBA), R, Simio, or MagicDraw.

  • Industry design trends and applying user interface (UI) best practices to achieve a positive user experience.

• Have excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and have demonstrated success while working within a team environment

You will go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you… 

• Are pursuing a Master's or PhD in engineering, mathematics, data science, human factors, or a related technical field with a strong track record of academic performance.
• Have demonstrated interest in or experience relative to human-machine teaming challenges and applications OR R&D of machine learning or artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, automation capabilities, or autonomous systems.
• Have experience in a hospital or healthcare environment.

• Have experience in software development with languages such as Java, Javascript, Python, or R.

• Have experience with user interface design tools such as Axure RP, Figma, or Adobe XD.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nations most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APLs campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyones voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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