Senior Biologist - DoD Chemical/Biological Detection & Transition

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Biologist to provide onsite support at DTRA on Ft Belvoir in Lorton, VA.

The role focuses on assisting and advising the Defense Threat Reduction Agency in chemical and biological defense technology development and transition, requiring extensive project management and stakeholder coordination. The ideal candidate has a Master's in a biological science field, 10+ years in science/tech project management, and the ability to obtain DoW

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry, biology, or related field.
• 10+ years of science and technology project management experience.
• Experience applying biological principles to future chemical/biological defense technologies.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain a DoW Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME on chemical and biological threat detection; identify capability gaps; help establish portfolio strategies, priorities, and technology-transition plans.
• Draft technology transition agreements and Broad Agency Announcements; review proposals, technical reports, and statements of work for feasibility, validity, and strategic alignment; evaluate emerging detection and protection technologies.
• Provide project management, funding-monitoring, logistics, meeting-execution, and documentation support.
• Develop presentations, papers, and strategic responses for technical and senior-leader audiences; engage warfighters to identify operational needs and obtain feedback on emerging technologies; facilitate coordination among government personnel, performers, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong analytical skills

DoD clearance eligibility

Education

Master's degree in chemistry/biology/biological sciences

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Biologist to provide onsite support at DTRA on Ft Belvoir in Lorton, VA.

The role focuses on assisting and advising the Defense Threat Reduction Agency in chemical and biological defense technology development and transition, requiring extensive project management and stakeholder coordination. The ideal candidate has a Master's in a biological science field, 10+ years in science/tech project management, and the ability to obtain DoW