To achieve an organization’s mission, leaders need strong team members who can create processes, communicate requirements, and develop innovative solutions throughout the execution of the mission. Whether completing a scientific analysis, communicating the most recent scientific research, or flexing to support an immerging requirement, our clients need a consultant who can help to establish new scientific programs. That is why we need you, an experienced scientist who can critically review scien...
Biological Research and Development Tech
The Opportunity:
To achieve an organization’s mission, leaders need strong team members who can create processes, communicate requirements, and develop innovative solutions throughout the execution of the mission. Whether completing a scientific analysis, communicating the most recent scientific research, or flexing to support an immerging requirement, our clients need a consultant who can help to establish new scientific programs. That is why we need you, an experienced scientist who can critically review scientific and technical data and provide high-quality support.
As part of our team, you'll serve as a strategic technical consultant to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), helping conceptualize, create, and execute advanced government-funded research and development programs to accelerate better health outcomes for everyone. Work with world-class scientists and engineers to support the development of high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems. Leverage technical expertise to provide strategic assessments of new technologies in support to senior ARPA-H decision makers. Maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, assisting with the management of current programs, and facilitating commercialization of successfully developed technologies.
You'll serve as a scientist helping clients to evaluate scientific findings, serve as a technical expert, and complete research and analysis to determine viable solutions. You will be responsible for managing incoming requirements, facilitating engagements within offices and across the Agency, and is readily available to shift your focus to fulfill emerging client requests. Your attention to detail, flexibility, communication skills, understanding of the client's mission, and problem-solving will enable the mission's success.
What You’ll Work On:
- Assist, support, and provide advice to the Program Manager to further the development and progress of new and existing programs.
- Conduct thorough scientific evaluations of the current R&D landscape to identify gaps in research portfolios to address critical needs aligned with the ARPA-H programs.
- Monitor and track performers' progress toward established metrics, be able to read and digest complex information, and develop briefings for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Critically review scientific and technical data.
- Operate independently and in a group environment in support of technical R&D efforts.
- Perform some administrative duties such as collecting, sorting, analyzing, and writing internal programmatic reports/briefings on relevant topics in a health-related field.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
- 4+ years of experience in a lab with two or more of the following scientific fields: developmental, cell or molecular biology, neuroscience, including neurodevelopment, electrophysiology, systems, anatomical, and functional connectivity, tissue engineering, genetic engineering, or animal model development
- 4+ years of experience in research design, oversight, and leadership, and clinical implementation, regulatory, or roles in biotech companies
- Experience leading a successful effort aimed at a comprehensive understanding of current state-of-the-art research efforts in a particular health-related domain, including efforts in industry, academia, or private foundations
- Experience effectively synthesizing and communicating research findings orally and in writing
- Experience with using PowerPoint and Excel, including keyboard shortcuts and creating PPT slides and Excel files on the fly during meetings in a high-pressure environment
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
- Doctorate degree in a biology field
Nice If You Have:
- Experience with U.S. government health organizations
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
- Ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects effectively
- Ability to pay strict attention to detail and diligent adherence to deadlines and deliverables
- Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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Grow With Us
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Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
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Compensation
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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $96,600.00 to $220,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
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We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
