ARPA-H Molecular Biology & Data Science SME (Scalable Solutions Expert)
ECS Corporate Services

ECS is seeking a ARPA-H Molecular Biology & Data Science SME (Scalable Solutions Expert) to work in our Remote office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

Job Description:

Are you a passionate scientific expert in the field of molecular biology and/or biophysics ready to support R&D initiatives? Are you ready to support the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) in their mission to accelerate better health outcomes for everyone by preparing briefings and reports that can communicate scientific and technical knowledge that inform stakeholders of the high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems?

ECS seeks talented and driven Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of Molecular Biology & Data Science (e.g., Image Processing, Machine Learning). In this role, you will facilitate the development of content and documents (reports, presentations, articles, etc.) in support of ARPA-H and its biomedical focus areas. In this crucial role, you will serve as a scientific and technical advisor-providing support and thought leadership to the awarded performer teams responsible for generating R&D solutions for ARPA-H and its focus areas.

About ARPA-H: ARPA-H accelerates better health outcomes for everyone by supporting the development of high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems.

What you will do:

• Provide technical support to an ARPA-H Program Manager by serving as scientific and technical advisors for cutting-edge research projects.
• Support program managers in development of new research programs, methods, concepts, and operational processes.
• Support ARPA-H performers and scientists via your field(s) of expertise, knowledge of emerging technologies in this field(s), and your abilities to analyze and solve problems.
• Provide strategic assessments of methods and technologies related to the development of technologies and devices.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and clinicians to translate research discoveries into real-world applications.
• Prepare briefings and other documents to include strategic messaging in support of an ARPA-H Program Manager and the transformative programs being supported.

Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000

General Description of Benefits

Required Skills:

• At least 15 years of experience working within both R&D as well as consultative roles.
• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biophysics or another closely-related scientific field.
• Experience and expertise in data science including but not limited to image processing, neural networks, AI/ML methods and technologies.
• Demonstrated work experience integrated within the health care ecosystem (e.g., health equity, care cost models, population analysis); distribution networks (e.g., healthcare process standardization, patient/provider training and education technologies); and biomanufacturing innovations (e.g., technologies, approaches include biological production, biomanufacturing supply chain).
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required per contract.

Desired Skills:

• Three years or more experience, background, and knowledge of one or more ARPA Programs is highly desirable.
• Two years or more experience working with ARPA Program Managers is also highly desirable.
• Experience supporting complex R&D projects of a research and development nature.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

General Description of Benefits

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