Onsite SETA: Synthetic Biologist & Biomanufacturing

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite work in Arlington

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Technical SETA – Synthetic Biologist, Biomanufacturing in Arlington, VA to provide expert subject matter guidance to DARPA BTO program managers.

You will translate complex bioscience concepts into technical oversight, progress assessments, and performer management for cutting-edge biotech initiatives. Preferred candidates hold a Master’s in Engineering or Science with 10+ years of relevant experience, active Secret clearance, and a proven ability

Qualifications

• Masters degree in an Engineering or Science discipline
• 10+ years of related work experience with maintaining logs and portfolios
• Strong organization and communications skills, particularly for briefing senior leadership
• Experience drafting high-quality technical content for program briefings and BAAs
• Active Secret clearance and ability to work onsite in Arlington, VA
• Desired: PhD, 5+ years in cost analysis, 3+ years in R&D organization/role

Responsibilities

• Provide foundational subject matter expertise and programmatic support to DARPA BTO PMs
• Translate synthetic biology, biomanufacturing and related concepts into technical oversight and management
• Translate core biophysical and molecular modeling concepts into oversight and progress evaluation for programs

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Briefing experience

Ability to draft technical content

Onsite in Arlington

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or Science

PhD (desired)

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Technical SETA – Synthetic Biologist, Biomanufacturing in Arlington, VA to provide expert subject matter guidance to DARPA BTO program managers.

You will translate complex bioscience concepts into technical oversight, progress assessments, and performer management for cutting-edge biotech initiatives. Preferred candidates hold a Master’s in Engineering or Science with 10+ years of relevant experience, active Secret clearance, and a proven ability