Project Manager DTRA

The Tauri Group; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance plans

Tuition assistance

401(k) with competitive matching

Business development and referral bonuses

Eight paid hours for charity work

Job summary

The Tauri Group, based in Virginia, is seeking a Project Manager to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in a relevant field and a current SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities include advising on project management for chemical and biological defense projects, coordinating planning and budgeting processes, and establishing relationships within the defense community. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current SECRET clearance required.
• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in relevant discipline.
• Experience in project management and/or acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Review proposals and ensure technical validity.
• Establish relationships with stakeholders.
• Provide support in planning and execution processes.
• Advise on risk assessment and management.
• Coordinate responses for internal and external audiences.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Advanced degree in Pharmacology, Toxicology, Neuroscience, or related discipline

Job description

Established in 2001, The Tauri Group is a professional services firm known for our analytic rigor, practical solutions, and trusted advice in the areas of CBRN threat mitigation, defense science and technology, homeland security, and adjacent domains. We offer the financial stability and breadth of capability of a large company coupled with the corporate commitment and attention of a small firm. Our subject matter expertise, determination, agility, and commitment to active and ongoing client and stakeholder engagement enable us to solve tough problems and deliver results-oriented solutions that help our customers achieve mission success. We tackle our clients’ most challenging problems by combining analytical rigor with world-class expertise and relevant operational experience. At The Tauri Group, we do what’s right for the Program, the Mission, and the Nation.

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to supportthe Defense Threat Reduction Agency as part of the team supporting the Advanced and Emerging Threat portfolio.The Project Manager willserve as an advisor and action officer for a science and technology portfolio of projects developing capabilities to counter chemical and biological threats and will provide support to and coordination of acquisition and planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes.

Candidates must have a current SECRET clearance

Required

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Pharmacology, Toxicology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Medicinal Chemistry or related discipline
• Project management and/or acquisition experience in research and development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent communication and time management skills

Preferred

• Three (3) years of project management and/or acquisition experience in research and development
• Five (5) years S&T project management experience in laboratory and program management office
• Five (5) years Chemical and Biological Defense Program experience
• Knowledge of traditional and non-traditional chemical warfare agents

Responsibilities

• Leverage drug discovery/preclinical development expertise to review proposals, technical reports, experimental or theoretical techniques, scientific studies and statements of work to ensure technical validity and evaluate current and emerging medical technologies;
• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the CB defense community;
• Provide support to and coordination of acquisition and planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes;
• Assist in setting portfolio, project, and product level strategy and priorities;
• Ensure portfolios are responsive and mapped to program goals and requirements;
• Coordinate and consolidate complex, technical, programmatic, and strategic responses to support division initiatives to a variety of internal and external audiences;
• Create briefings and products for both technical and senior leader audiences;
• Track cost, schedule, and performance of chemical and biological defense related technical projects to ensure they continue to meet the objectives of the program;
• Advise the program team on risk assessment and risk management, technology portfolio and pipeline management, business and contracting strategies, technology transfers, and intellectual property management;
• Participate in Integrated Product Teams and serve as technical and programmatic point of contact

Additional Information

At The Tauri Group, you'll collaborate with an elite, creative team of scientists, engineers, analysts, operations specialists, policy experts, and acquisition support specialists. We attract people who love their work and are dedicated to the complex challenges facing today's world. Our culture fosters engagement and enthusiasm, attracts and retains proven experts, and maintains a flexible environment that supports clients and staff.

From our easily accessible offices in Alexandria, Virginia to our comprehensive benefits package, every aspect of our operations is designed to bring us the best in the field.

Financially, The Tauri Group is a smart choice, offering:

• Highly competitive salaries
• 401(k), including competitive matching and 100 % vesting after only one year
• Business development and referral bonuses

We support your life outside of the office, too, with benefits including:

• Highly competitive medical insurance and multiple plans to choose from
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Tuition assistance
• Eight paid hours a year that you can devote to charity

The Tauri Group is an EEO employer. To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.taurigroup.com.