Systems Immunology Technical Expert

Systems Immunology Technical Expert

The Opportunity:

To achieve an organization’s mission, leaders need strong team members who can create processes, leverage scientific expertise, communicate requirements, and evaluate innovative R&D throughout the execution of the mission. Whether using computational modeling to identify a solution, leveraging knowledge of AI or ML, or flexing to support an immerging requirement, our clients need someone who can help advise clients on R&D related to biological immunology. That is why we need you, an experienced Systems Immunology Technical Expert who can analyze every aspect of your customer's operations and provide high-quality support.

As part of our team, you'll serve as a Systems Immunology Technical Expert to the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), helping conceptualize, create, and execute advanced government-funded research and development programs to accelerate better health outcomes for everyone. Work with world-class scientists and engineers to support the development of high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems. You will leverage technical expertise to provide strategic assessments of new technologies in support to senior ARPA-H decision makers. You’ll maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, assisting with the management of current programs, and facilitating commercialization of successfully developed technologies. 

You'll help clients understand R&D, develop stakeholder management strategies, establish new business processes, and complete research and analysis to determine viable solutions. You will be responsible for managing incoming requirements and leveraging advanced scientific expertise to drive large-scale biological R&D. Your attention to detail, flexibility, communication skills, understanding of the client's mission, and problem-solving will enable the mission's success. This position is a Hybrid role with Booz Allen. Candidate is expected to work on-site at a Booz Allen or Client Facility 20-50% of your time, as needed.

What You’ll Work On:

• Provide subject matter expertise on the state of systems immunology concepts and technologies.
• Provide insights on conceptual and technical soundness of programmatic goals in the context of assessment and modulation of the immune and inflammatory response.
• Assist with setting goals, expectations, and budgets for projects involving area of expertise.
• Help in review and oversight of performance of funded projects in area of expertise.
• Assist with briefing materials and documents.
• Interact with clients, government officials, and other executives in various sectors.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience working in a professional environment
• Experience in systems immunology
• Experience in computational modeling, or ML and AI
• Experience with budgeting and program management
• Experience interacting and communicating with senior-level executives, including SES or GS-15
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to operate independently within a fast-paced start-up environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• Doctorate degree in a science field such as Biology, Computational Biology, or Immunology

Nice If You Have:

• Experience in a deadline-driven environment such as ARPA
• Experience with U.S. government health organizations
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects effectively
• Ability to pay strict attention to details and diligent adherence to deadlines and deliverables
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Vetting:

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