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Position Objective:

The Mid Scientist will provide essential technical support to Program Managers (PMs) within the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), focusing on areas related to biophysics, biology, microbiology, or immunology. This position requires a solid foundation in scientific research and expertise, along with experience in program management, risk assessment, and strategic planning. The Mid Scientist role offers an opportunity to contribute expertise to impactful scientific programs while further developing skills in program management and strategic planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. New Program Support :

• Provide expert input to PMs for developing recommendations for new programs and technologies.

• Assist in developing strategic and technical plans to promote the ARPA-H mission.

  2. Briefing Support :

• Develop presentation briefings to support the office's mission and objectives.

• Assist in conveying technical concepts to stakeholders and senior HHS personnel.

  3. Testing/Demonstrations :

• Assist with testing and demonstrations to support program objectives.

• Collaborate with performers, government collaborators, and test locations.

  4. Program Evaluation :

• Support agency-level program evaluation and reporting efforts.

• Assist in the implementation of an agency-wide approach to evaluation.

  Basic Qualifications:

• Degree Requirement: Ph.D. in Biophysics, Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, or a related scientific field.

• Years of Experience: Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.

  Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong foundation in biophysics, biology, microbiology, or immunology.

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience in program management and risk assessment.

  *This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, email us at recruiting@gapsi.com . You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.

  GAP Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

  Position contingent on contract award.

Requisition ID: 6835