Biomedical Engineer, Regenerative Medicine

Kelly; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health, vision, dental plans

Paid leave (120 hours)

11 federal holidays

401K plan

Job summary

Kelly Government Solutions seeks a Biomedical Engineer, Regenerative Medicine to provide SETA support to ARPA-H. The role involves evaluating R&D landscapes, advising program managers, tracking metrics, and preparing technical briefings.

A PhD and 5+ years in biotech are required, with preference for government SETA experience. The contractor will read complex data, write internal reports, and develop real-time visual materials to aid program decisions.

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical science; preference for Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biomaterials, Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience in biotechnology or biopharma.
• Prior Government SETA experience preferred.
• Experience with basic and applied research and supporting Program Managers in an R&D environment.
• Ability to obtain a federal Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate R&D landscape to identify gaps aligned with ARPA-H mission.
• Advise Program Manager on development and progress of programs.
• Monitor performer progress toward established metrics.
• Read and digest complex information and develop technical briefings.
• Review data and develop reports and briefings for decision-making.
• Produce presentation materials for meetings and program decisions.

Skills

Regenerative medicine expertise

Translational research

Preclinical model design

Technical briefing & reports

Strong communication

Education

PhD in biomedical science or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world. We are currently seeking a Biomedical Engineer, Regenerative Medicine to provide scientific and engineering technical advisory (SETA) support to ARPA-H, the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health..

This is a long-term contract position which offers:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
• Optional health, vision, and dental plans
• Paid leave (min 120 hours; prorated for part-time position) as well as 11 paid federal holidays and 401K plan.
• Access to NIH’s unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives. Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at https://government.kellyservices.us/

TASKS. The contractor shall:

• Conduct thorough scientific evaluation of the current R&D landscape to identify gaps in research portfolios and address critical needs aligned with the ARPA-H mission.
• Assist, support, and advise the Program Manager on the development and progress of new and existing programs.
• Monitor and track performer progress toward established metrics.
• Read and digest complex information and develop briefings for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Critically review scientific and technical data, applying strong logical and critical thinking skills.
• Collect, sort, analyze, and write internal programmatic reports and briefings on health-related topics.
• Produce presentation and analytical materials, including in real time during meetings, to support program decision-making.

REQUIREMENTS. The contractor must have:

• PhD in a biomedical science, with preference for Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biomaterials, Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine, Cancer Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience (e.g., biotechnology or biopharmaceutical companies).
• Prior Government SETA experience preferred
• Previous experience with basic and applied research, and prior support to Program Managers in an R&D environment.
• Experience designing or evaluating complex preclinical models, translational research, and quantitative biological experiments, particularly where multiple tissue systems or therapeutic development pathways are involved.
• Experience with space-based research, microgravity biology, autonomous laboratory systems, or Low Earth Orbit operations.
• Experience in biomedical engineering strategy.
• Experience with regulatory affairs in regenerative medicine.
• Advanced scientific or engineering expertise in areas such as tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, organoids, microphysiological systems (organ-on-chip), aging biology, or related biomedical sciences.
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, including proficiency with keyboard shortcuts and the ability to build slides and spreadsheets on the fly during meetings in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Professional curiosity, a continuous drive for learning, and the ability to focus on assigned tasks.
• Ability to obtain a federal government Public Trust clearance.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account. Visit https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/ for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.