Scientific Advisor and Program Manager

The Opportunity:

To achieve an organization’s mission, leaders need strong team members who can develop innovative solutions, evaluate the latest technologies and strategic initiatives, and manage projects, programs, and portfolios. We are looking for a Scientific Advisor and Program Manager who can leverage their technical and scientific knowledge and provide high-quality support.

As part of our team, you'll work with world-class scientists, technical experts, and public health professionals to support enabling technologies. You'll leverage technical expertise to provide strategic assessments of new technologies in support of decision-makers. You'll maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, and assist with the management of current programs. Your attention to detail, flexibility, communication skills, understanding of the client's mission, and problem-solving will enable the mission's success. Our client supports the advanced research and development (R&D) of medical countermeasures (MCMs) to protect Americans and respond to 21st century national health security threats. They employ a comprehensive portfolio approach to address the public health consequences of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) events, pandemic influenza, and emerging infectious diseases.

What You’ll Work On:

• Contribute to programs with your technical or program management expertise related to the development of medical countermeasures for national health security threats.

• Participate in strategic discussions and work within the Government in building new program areas.

• Direct tasks and lead technical efforts and scientific projects, facilitate meetings as directed, and coordinate with industry partners and other agencies.

• Serve as an advisor to assess new technologies, including completing market research, evaluating white papers, research abstracts, and technical proposals.

• Provide assessments, recommendations, guidance, and educational materials.

• Analyze protocols, study reports, regulatory documents, presentations, proposals, and related documents.

• Support additional duties related to programmatic support and portfolio oversight.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience in biological or chemical sciences, life sciences, clinical studies, pharmaceutical industry regulatory affairs, quality assurance, quality control positions, clinical trials, or epidemiological research

• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Knowledge of medicinal chemistry, preclinical and clinical development, including animal models, pharmacology, toxicology, and clinical operations, chemistry, microbiology, virology, and immunology

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements

• Master's degree in a Biological Science, Chemical Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Science, or Physical Science field

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with analytical product testing and testing development, quality control, clinical trials, and regulatory policy

• Experience with U.S. government health organizations

• Experience in process development, process scale-up and process optimization, device development, and manufacturing

• Ability to pay strict attention to detail and develop technical documents and presentations

• Ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects effectively across various stages of their lifecycle with minimal oversight

• Ability to operate independently within a fast-paced environment and maintain diligent adherence to deadlines and deliverables

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing

• Possession of excellent organization and client service skills

• Doctorate degree in a Biological Science, Chemical Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Science, or Physical Science field

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.