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CAMRIS

Program Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$155K - $185K/yr

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

ATCC

Senior Manager, Bids & Proposals

Manassas, VA · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

Background leading proposal functions at life sciences, biotech, biodefense organizations. * Preferred: Experience with CRM systems and knowledge management platforms for proposal and pipeline ...

CAMRIS

Program Manager

Silver Spring, MD · Hybrid

$155K - $185K/yr

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

CAMRIS

Program Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$155K - $185K/yr

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

CAMRIS

Program Manager

Silver Spring, MD · Hybrid

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

MSD

Engineer II, Microfluidic

Gaithersburg, MD · On-site

$88K - $134K/yr

... the biodefense, clinical, and life-science markets. This position will require a high degree of technical ability and creativity to develop solutions for a novel generation of consumables. The ...

CAMRIS

Automation and Controls Engineer

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$92K - $117K/yr

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

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CAMRIS

GMP Senior Project Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

ATCC

Senior Manager, Bids & Proposals

Manassas, VA · Hybrid

$150K - $170K/yr

Background leading proposal functions at life sciences, biotech, biodefense organizations. * Preferred: Experience with CRM systems and knowledge management platforms for proposal and pipeline ...

CAMRIS

Quality Assurance Manager

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$128K - $173K/yr

Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS ...

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How much do biodefense jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for biodefense in Reston, VA is $45.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.00 and $53.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Biodefense job?

A Biodefense job involves protecting people, animals, and the environment from biological threats, such as infectious diseases, bioterrorism, and pandemics. Professionals in this field work in government agencies, research institutions, healthcare, and private industries to develop countermeasures, policies, and response strategies. Their responsibilities may include disease surveillance, biodefense policy development, laboratory research, and emergency preparedness planning.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities for someone working in Biodefense?

Professionals working in Biodefense commonly engage in tasks such as monitoring biological threats, developing response plans, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with scientists, government agencies, and public health officials. Day-to-day work can include laboratory research, reviewing outbreak data, writing technical reports, and participating in emergency preparedness drills. Many roles also involve ongoing training in biosafety procedures and staying current with emerging infectious disease trends. This collaborative and dynamic environment requires adaptability and proactive communication to respond quickly to potential biological incidents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Biodefense position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Biodefense, you generally need a background in biology, microbiology, public health, or a related field, often backed by an advanced degree and specialized training in infectious diseases or threat assessment. Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols, bioinformatics tools, and certifications such as Certified Biosafety Professional (CBSP) or HAZMAT training is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to work well under pressure are key soft skills in this field. These skills enable professionals to effectively detect, prevent, and respond to biological threats, ensuring public safety and national security.

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Infographic showing various Biodefense job openings in Reston, VA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 51% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 48% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 51% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,349 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Artificial Intelligence SME

Tunnell Government Services

Washington, DC • On-site

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Artificial Intelligence SME
A Subject Matter Expert (SME) in artificial intelligence with a focus on healthcare and biomedical research is needed to provide contracted support to the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington, DC. The mission of BARDA is to develop and procure medical countermeasures (MCM) that address the public health and medical consequences of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) accidents, incidents and attacks, pandemic influenza, and emerging infectious diseases. Specifically, BARDA supports the advanced development and procurement of drugs, vaccines and other products that are considered priorities for national health security. For more information on BARDA please visit their website at: http://www.phe.gov/about/BARDA/Pages/default.aspx
Specifically, this individual will provide strategic, technical, and scientific expertise on the application of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced data analytics to BARDA's mission of developing and procuring medical countermeasures (MCMs) for public health emergencies. The AI SME will advise leadership, program managers, and technical teams on the integration of AI technologies across BARDA's programs, ensuring the agency remains at the forefront of innovation in biodefense, pandemic preparedness, and health security.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Advise BARDA leadership on emerging trends, opportunities, and risks in AI and related technologies.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to BARDA divisions in evaluating AI-enabled technologies, tools, and proposals.
  • Assess AI approaches used in diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines including review of algorithms and algorithm performance
  • Guide the design, implementation, and validation of AI applications to ensure scientific rigor, transparency, and compliance with federal policies.
  • Contribute to the formulation of policies, standards, and ethical frameworks governing AI use within BARDA.
  • Perform expert analysis and provide recommendations for applications of machine learning/artificial intelligence tools and capabilities to field of biotech research and development (e.g. digital health, drug discovery and design, clinical validation).
  • Evaluating diverse data sets for use with AI products/tools, such as EHR, claims, laboratory/clinical data, physiological data, genomic data, viral variant data, and/or social determinants of health data.
  • Advising on improvements to data collection and curation, developing standards, and developing data use and sharing agreements to enable AI applications
  • Advising R&D partnerships developing artificial intelligence products/tools to improve model function, design clinical validation studies, and implement production deployment and maintenance processes.


Requirements:

  • Advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S) in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Bioinformatics, or a related field
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience applying AI/ML in healthcare, biomedical research, or health security contexts
  • Demonstrated expertise in algorithm development, data modeling, and AI governance
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex AI concepts to diverse stakeholders
  • Demonstrated experience serving as technical expert and leader in machine learning/artificial intelligence, data analytics, and algorithm development using medical and/or biological data.
  • Demonstrated understanding of software development principles and cloud-based platforms and services relevant to AI development.
  • Expertise in understanding artificial intelligence model function, clinical validation, production deployment, and ongoing maintenance

Must be a US Citizen or Full Green Card holder.

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