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ECS

Senior Science Advisor

Arlington, VA · On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

Strong oral and written communication skills required to advise senior government personnel and present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.

ATCC

Senior Scientist

Manassas, VA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Overview Ready to shape the future of science and global health? A global nonprofit that provides ... Scientific Documentation & Communication: Develop and review protocols, reports, presentations ...

ATCC

Senior Scientist

Manassas, VA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? A global nonprofit that provides trusted ... Scientific Documentation & Communication: Develop and review protocols, reports, presentations ...

STR

Senior Scientist - Optical Signal Processing

Arlington, VA · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

The Senior Scientist will develop state-of-the-art algorithms for airborne passive optical systems ... communicator and briefer, who is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical ...

STR

Senior Scientist - Optical Signal Processing

Arlington, VA · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Scientist to develop state-of-the-art algorithms for airborne passive ... communicator and briefer, who is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical ...

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What is the difference between Senior Science Communication vs Science Writer?

AspectSenior Science CommunicationScience Writer
Required CredentialsAdvanced degree in science or communication, experience in science outreachDegree in journalism, communications, or related field; strong writing skills
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, science centers, universities, public outreachMedia outlets, publishing companies, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in academia, government agencies, science museumsCommon in media, publishing, science journalism

While both roles involve communicating science, Senior Science Communication focuses on strategic outreach and public engagement, often within institutions. Science Writers primarily produce articles, reports, and content for media outlets. The roles overlap in communication skills but differ in scope and environment.

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Senior Science Advisor

ECS

Arlington, VA • On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Science Advisor to work in our Arlington, Virginia office.
Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.
Salary Range: $180,000 - $220,000
Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Senior Science Advisorcandidate to provide onsite support to DARPA's Microsystems Technology Office (MTO). MTO plays a key role in breakthroughs and innovative technologies, which requires a superior level of technical, analytical, financial, and general administrative support encompassing a broad range of expertise in technologies and disciplines for existing and future DARPA MTO efforts.
The successful candidate will support a DARPA program manager by participating in or leading all activities in project management, technical and programmatic risk analysis, program-funded test coordination, and coordination with members of the Department of Defense for transition. The candidate will also be responsible for coordinating meetings, assessing performer technical progress, projecting performer outcomes, and ensuring that project management best practices are followed by performers, independent verification and validation (IV&V) entities funded by DARPA, and within DARPA itself. Duties range from developing point papers, slide decks, and other materials that convey the need, status, and importance of a program to researching unique problem set ideas to aid in National Security priorities.
  • Master's Degree
  • Active DOD Secret clearance of the ability to obtain one
  • 18+ years of experience
  • Uniquely qualifying research, credentials, or education; universally recognized as the expert/authority in a highly specified scientific area.
  • Mature judgement required to advise senior government personnel on complex scientific and technical matters with strategic implications.
  • Demonstrated experience in executive-level scientific advisory roles with ability to translate complex scientific concepts into strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Individual will have successfully demonstrated the ability to independently conduct the most sophisticated analysis to offer strategic recommendations, solutions, and alternatives to resolve complex R&D issues, concerns, problems, or methods in areas related to DARPA Technical Offices.
  • Demonstrated experience providing scientific counsel at the highest levels of government and research organizations.
  • Experience with basic and applied research and prior experience as a DARPA Program Manager or senior SETA contractor is highly desirable.
  • Extensive published articles in Field of Expertise with demonstrated international recognition and thought leadership within the scientific community.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills required to advise senior government personnel and present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.

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