Research Scientist

General information

Requisition # R66510 Locations USA-MD-Catonsville Posting Date 03/10/2026 Security Clearance Required None Remote Type Onsite Time Type Full time

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Research Scientist to join our team in Catonsville, MD.

The Research Scientist will support advanced research initiatives focused on high-performance computing and machine learning benchmarks. In this role, you will contribute to the development, testing, and reporting of computational experiments that advance mission-critical analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing, testing, and documenting benchmark results on high-powered computing systems in a machine learning environment
• Writing and maintaining code to build and execute tests using C++, TensorFlow, and PyTorch
• Executing provided data sets and programs to evaluate system and model performance
• Analyzing benchmark results and preparing clear, detailed technical reports of findings
• Collaborating with researchers and technical teams to refine testing methodologies and improve performance evaluation processes
• Ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and traceability of experimental results

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience performing research, software development, or computational analysis in a related technical field
• Experience programming in C++ and working with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of related experience; Master’s degree with 6+ years of related experience; or Ph.D. with 4+ years of related experience

Security Clearance Requirements:

• None required to start.
• TS/SCI clearance is desired.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other equipment.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations, and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $104,200.00-$172,900.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories.  In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation.  MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.