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Job Number: R0241970

The Opportunity:
To achieve an organization's mission, leaders need strong team members who can develop innovative solutions, evaluate the latest technologies and strategic initiatives, and manage projects, programs, and portfolios. We are looking for a Medical Countermeasure (MCM) Development Programmatic & Technical Advisor to support therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostics, and enabling technologies innovation and development programs. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting MCM development programs across the R&D life cycle and thrive at the intersection of science, strategy, and program execution, motivated to accelerate the development of life‑saving medical countermeasures.

What You'll Work On:

• Partner with a Project Officer to design, execute, and manage complex R&D programs; shape strategy, define technical direction, and operationalize programs from concept through execution.
• Provide feedback on MCM development approaches, including diagnostic, vaccine, and therapeutic, research and development plans, regulatory and clinical strategies.
• Participate in strategic discussions and work within the Government to build new program areas.
• Conduct deep market research, including literature, market, and stakeholder engagement, to identify emerging technologies, gaps, opportunities, and potential players; translate insights into actionable program strategies and funding priorities.
• Contribute to the full lifecycle of program management: acquisition package development, topic development, proposal evaluation, contract oversight, and performance monitoring across a portfolio of performers.
• Provide scientific and technical insight across a portfolio of innovations focused on improving national health security.
• Support additional duties related to programmatic support and portfolio oversight.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in biological or chemical sciences, life sciences, clinical studies, pharmaceutical industry regulatory affairs, quality assurance, quality control positions, clinical trials, or epidemiological research.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Experience in program or project management within a scientific, engineering, or biomedical field.
• Knowledge of medicinal chemistry, preclinical and clinical development, including animal models, pharmacology, toxicology, clinical operations, chemistry, microbiology, virology, and immunology.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements.
• Master's degree in a Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences (e.g., Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Microbiology), or Physical Science field (e.g., Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science).

Nice If You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in early‑stage biomedical product development such as therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostics, or enabling technologies.
• Experience with the health security and medical countermeasure innovation ecosystem.
• Experience with U.S. government health organizations.
• Knowledge of pre‑clinical development such as animal models, pharmacology, or toxicology, or assay chemistry, microbiology, virology, or immunology.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to develop technical documents and presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple short‑ and long‑term projects effectively across various stages of their lifecycle with minimal oversight.
• Ability to operate independently within a fast‑paced environment and maintain diligence in meeting deadlines and deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing.
• Excellent organization and client service skills.
• Doctorate degree in a Biological Science, Chemical Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Science, Physical Science, Biomedical Science, or Bioengineering field.

Vetting:
Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.