Senior Microbiologist, National Security R&D - Arlington

Systems Planning and Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a microbiologist to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.

The role will translate high-level biological and national-security objectives into actionable technical requirements and deliverables, supporting program managers across the DARPA lifecycle. The position requires a Master’s degree (or PhD preferred), 9+ years of experience, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in relevant field.
• 9+ years of relevant work experience.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct scientific and engineering support to program managers across the DARPA lifecycle.
• Translate high-level objectives into actionable technical requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
• Develop decision-quality briefings, white papers, and program-management documentation.
• Support DARPA program reviews, site visits, and technical interchange meetings.

Education

Master's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, Cell Biology, or related field

PhD in related technical field

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a microbiologist to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.

The role will translate high-level biological and national-security objectives into actionable technical requirements and deliverables, supporting program managers across the DARPA lifecycle. The position requires a Master’s degree (or PhD preferred), 9+ years of experience, and an active Secret clearance.