ARPA-H SETA - Scientist / Engineer (Neurological Therapeutics)

ECS; Halifax Regional Municipality; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS is seeking a passionate Scientist/Engineer specialized in Neurological Therapeutics to support R&D initiatives. The role involves providing thought leadership in neurobiology and regenerative medicine while evaluating proposals and conducting landscape analyses to bridge research gaps. Candidates should hold a PhD or MD/PhD with relevant industry experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD with 4+ years in neurobiology, regenerative medicine, or related fields.
• Strong skills in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support program development and evaluate technical proposals.
• Conduct scientific landscape analyses and prepare briefs for diverse audiences.
• Develop technical documentation for advanced tech efforts.

Skills

PowerPoint

Excel

Communication skills

Education

PhD or MD/PhD

Job description

ARPA-H SETA - Scientist / Engineer (Neurological Therapeutics)

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Job Description

ECS is seeking an ARPA-H Scientist / Engineer (Neurological Therapeutics) to work remotely . Are you a passionate scientist with a background in biomedical research and / or engineering supporting R&D initiatives? Are you ready to support ARPA-H's mission to accelerate health outcomes through complex, high-impact R&D projects?

Under the leadership of a Program Manager, you will serve as a Systems, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) advisor, providing support and thought leadership for programs in neurobiology and cell-based regenerative medicine.

Responsibilities include :

• Supporting program development and progress as advised by the Portfolio Lead.
• Evaluating technical proposals for scientific merit and innovation.
• Conducting scientific landscape analysis to identify research gaps aligned with ARPA-H's mission, monitoring progress, digesting complex information, and preparing briefings for diverse audiences.
• Providing feedback, organizing reviewer comments, drafting recommendations, project summaries, and presentation materials.
• Performing market analyses, technical due diligence, literature reviews, and generating briefing documents.
• Developing technical and administrative documentation to communicate technical approaches, progress, costs, schedules, and risks for advanced tech efforts.

Qualifications and Experience :

• PhD or MD / PhD with 4+ years in industry or research in fields such as neurobiology, neurodevelopment, neurological surgery, regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, AI, iPS cell technology, or therapeutic product development (non-small molecules, including GLP / GMP).
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills for dynamic presentation and data management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to produce reports and briefings.
• Willingness to travel (~10-20%) within CONUS as needed.
• Experience supporting R&D programs and program managers is preferred.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours to meet deadlines.
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance.

Desired Skills :

• Experience supporting ARPA-style program development and source selection processes.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job functions : Research, Analysis, IT
• Industries : IT Services and Consulting

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