About this role
Overview
Come join a company that strives for Extraordinary People and Exceptional Performance ! Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC, a Chenega Professional Services company, is looking for a Senior Scientist/Engineer to support ARPA-H research initiatives by collaborating with the Program Manager and technical teams to advance transformative research programs that accelerate better health outcomes. The selected candidate will provide scientific, technical, and strategic support for the development, funding, execution, and management of innovative biomedical research and development programs. This role requires the ability to assess complex scientific data, support portfolio management activities, and communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities. We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employees’ knowledge, critical thinking, and innovative solutions for our clients.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of the biomedical research and development landscape to identify gaps, opportunities, and emerging technologies aligned with ARPA-H objectives.
- Support the development, execution, and management of new and existing research programs.
- Monitor and assess performer progress against program milestones and performance metrics.
- Review, analyze, and synthesize complex scientific and technical information.
- Develop presentations, reports, briefings, and other communications for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Provide expert scientific and engineering guidance to support program strategy and decision-making.
- Prepare internal reports, analyses, and programmatic documentation related to health-focused research initiatives.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams supporting advanced health and biomedical research efforts.
- Participate in meetings, technical reviews, and other activities necessary to support ARPA-H programs.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biomaterials, Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine, Cancer Biology, or a closely related scientific discipline
- Minimum of five (5) years of industry experience within biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, or related biomedical organizations.
- Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of Government SETA experience.
- Experience supporting biomedical research and development programs.
- Familiarity with regulatory affairs within regenerative medicine.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience supporting Program Managers within an R&D environment.
- Experience with basic and applied research programs.
- Experience with space-based research, microgravity biology, autonomous laboratory systems, or Low Earth Orbit operations.
- Experience designing, evaluating, or supporting complex preclinical models and translational research programs.
- Experience supporting quantitative biological experiments involving multiple tissue systems or therapeutic development pathways
- Successfully pass background and drug screening
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong analytical, logical reasoning, and critical thinking abilities.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel skills, including ability to build presentations and spreadsheets in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and within collaborative team environments.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Tissue Engineering
- Regenerative Medicine
- Organoids
- Microphysiological Systems (Organ-on-Chip)
- Aging Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Advanced Biological Systems Research
- Related Biomedical Science Disciplines