Full Job Description
We have an immediate need for a Technical SETA - Computational Systems Biology to provide onsite support out of Arlington, VA.
Responsibilities
The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and will be motivated to learn or already understand DARPA processes, procedures, and culture. Provide critical subject matter expertise and programmatic support to DARPA BTO Program Managers. Translate advanced principles in computational biophysics, systems biology, high-performance computing, and machine learning into technical oversight, proposal evaluation, and performer management for programs developing revolutionary in-silico platforms to map, predict, and manipulate complex biological systems and protein-protein interactomes (PPIs).
Qualifications
Required:
• Master's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline
• 8+ years of experience in key technical methodologies, including dimensionality-reduction techniques applied to complex protein-protein interaction and energy landscapes, generation of biophysical "fingerprints" and descriptors for protein-protein and protein-ligand interactions, experimentation and application protein-protein interaction, protein structure, and proteomics or advanced AI/ML strategies to scale predictive molecular catalogs from thousands to millions of simulated interactions
• Experience in the rigorous technical evaluation of multi-phase proposals, including technical abstracts, oral presentations, and full technical proposals
• Experience synthesizing complex technical progress and translational milestones to draft content for Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), new program concepts, and executive-level briefings
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Able to report to Arlington, VA up to full-time based upon client needs
Desired:
• PhD
• 5+ years of experience providing technical and/or cost analysis
• 3+ years of experience in a Research and Development organization/role
Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $180,000.00/Yr.
