Human Subject Research Specialist

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Bonuses

Parental Leave

401(k)

Job summary

Guidehouse in Arlington, VA seeks an experienced professional to support DARPA in Human Subject Research (HSR) activities. You will maintain HSR funding databases, assess whether efforts qualify as HSR, update training and policy documents, and liaise with military and civilian staff to ensure DARPA instructions are followed.

On-site work up to five days per week is required. The role requires an active and maintained SECRET clearance, a MS or related medical degree, and 8+ years of HSR

Qualifications

• Active SECRET clearance required.
• Subject matter expert in HSR with ability to propose best practice solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing HSR activities for DARPA per DoW policies.
• Maintain database of HSR-funded activities and advise on HSR eligibility.
• Review and update training and policy documents; interface with staff.
• Develop and present HSR briefings and assist contract agents.

Skills

Secret clearance

HSR expert

Policy analysis

Training & briefings

Education

MS or related medical degree

Job description

Job Family: Biologist Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Assist in the execution of Human Subject Research (HSR) activities for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in accordance with DoW policies and procedures. This may include maintaining a database of all HSR funded activities; advising as to whether an effort may be considered HSR work with agents to ensure all DARPA Instructions related to HSR are appropriately followed; review and update training and policy documents; interface with various internal and external Military Service, agency, and other organization’s staff members with regards to HSR; develop and/or present HSR related briefings; and assist agents requesting to become a DARPA approved HSR contract agent. This role requires the ability to work on site in Arlington VA up to 5 days a week

What You Will Need:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED 'SECRET' Federal or DoD security clearance Ability to serve as the subject matter expert in required areas of expertise and provide industry best practice solutions to extremely complex problems being addressed. Master of Science (MS) or related medical degree EIGHT (8) or more years of experience in Human Subject Research (HSR) or related fields. Experience should include that ability to analyze extremely complex problems and recommend, monitor and execute best practice solutions to executive level management.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED 'TOP SECRET' Federal or DoD security clearance IRB regulatory experience Experience in the medical field in order to assist Program Managers with HSR testing requirements

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account
• Dental/Vision & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com