Guidehouse

Technical Management Scientist (Biology)

Guidehouse$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret Federal or DoD security clearance
  • Master's degree
  • 6+ years of program or project management experience
  • Familiarity with STEM disciplines, preferably Biology
  • Proven track record of coordinating multiple projects and teams
  • Team-oriented mindset with a diverse technical background
  • Self-starter able to thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide project management support to DARPA program managers
  • Oversee creation and execution of government-funded R&D programs
  • Assist in maintaining program organization and technology transition
  • Collaborate with leading scientists and engineers
  • Drive progress toward program goals and performance metrics

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Potential for discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Personal Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend
Full Job Description
Job Family:
Biologist

Travel Required:
Up to 25%

Clearance Required:
Active Secret

What You Will Do:
The Technical Management Scientist (Bio) will provide project management support to program managers at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), helping to oversee the creation and execution of advanced government-funded research and development programs. You'll work with world-class scientists and engineers to drive progress towards program goals and metrics that will enable mission success. You will assist with managing current programs, maintaining program organization, and facilitating the transition of program technologies. The ideal candidate will not only have experience in one or more technical areas but will also have experience in managing the execution of technical projects and programs.

What You Will Need:
  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
  • Master's degree
  • SIX (6) or more years of experience with program or project management in a professional working environment, including but not limited to:
  • Experience working in and/or familiarity with STEM disciplines (Biology preferred)
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating and organizing multiple projects and teams in a dynamic environment
  • Ability to be part of a team with a national impact on science and technology development
  • Ability to be team-oriented and integrate easily into a team with diverse technical backgrounds and expertise
  • Ability to be a self-starter, take the lead, and provide support in a team role within a complex, fast-paced, and cross-disciplinary work environment


What Would Be Nice To Have:
  • Experience performing or supporting DoD or government-sponsored research activities
  • Prior experience working with DARPA
  • Experience leveraging and integrating AI tools to improve processes and workflow efficiency
  • Ability to be flexible and readily adaptable to change
  • Ability to organize, multi-task, and respond to quick turn-around requests
  • Ability to analyze, summarize, and communicate the intellectual content of scientific and technological information to both technical and lay audiences quickly and effectively
  • Possession of outstanding attention to detail
  • Possession of clear and succinct oral, visual, and written communication skills


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life
  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Student Loan PayDown
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
  • Skills Development & Certifications
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
  • Mobility Stipend


About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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