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Noblis · 2 days ago

Scientist

Reston, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$74K/yr - $130K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Researching and providing guidance on leading-edge technologies, particularly in relation to CBRNE.

Evaluating the feasibility of technical approaches to problems.

Reviewing CBRNE-related technical reports and critiquing methods and results.

Developing and evaluating scientific capability development strategies.

Developing test and evaluation methodologies.

Assessing the efficacy, safety, and lifecycle costs of proposed or realized scientific solutions.

Developing, monitoring, and maintaining a central repository of technical program information.

Organizing, coordinating, and participating in meetings, discussions, and seminars on CBRNE threat and detection technology topics.

Communicating scientific findings to technical and non-technical audiences as needed.

Qualification

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BiologyChemistryPhysicsCBRNE-related fieldInterim Secret clearanceScientific analysisLaboratory researchNational security threatsTechnical expertisePatentsScientific guidanceStrategic planningDoD supportTechnical writingMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunicationCritical thinkingInterpersonalOrganizationPeople skillsSelf-motivation

Required

Degree in biology, chemistry, physics, or a CBRNE-related field

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience, or Master's and 1 year of relevant experience, or Ph.D. with 0 years of relevant experience

SECRET clearance (or Eligibility to obtain a minimum of an Interim Secret clearance)

Preferred

Candidates with a Secret (Top Secret/SCI) clearance are strongly preferred

Comfort reading, analyzing, & critiquing scientific manuscripts, similar to a peer-review process

Comfort discussing technical aspects of laboratory research

Expertise in the field of threats of interest to domestic national security

Excellent communication skills including technical writing and editing, oral communication, interpersonal and organization skills, critical thinking, and people skills

Publications, patents, or other documented evidence of expertise in relevant fields

Self-motivation and ability to map out paths to success, including troubleshooting and independently reviewing instructions and guidance

Evidence of providing scientific guidance to stakeholders, both written and verbally, targeting both technical and non-technical audiences

Experience providing strategic scientific guidance such as technology roadmaps, feasibility analysis, and market research regarding state-of-art technology

Experience supporting technology transition from research and development to operational use

Experience supporting DoD

Demonstrated strong technical writing skills, targeting both technical and non-technical audiences

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Project)