Research Scientist Security Clearance

Position: Research Scientist with Security Clearance
Job Title:

Research Scientist

Location:

Arlington, VA
Eligibility:
Candidate must possess an active TS/SCI clearance

Job Description:

Description:

The successful candidate will support the program manager (PM) on
managing an innovative computing program from start to finish. In this
capacity, the candidate will evaluate the technical progress of
performers, provide feedback to the PM and to the performers, advise the
PM on overall program planning, prepare summary briefing materials for
the PM, and coordinate program reviews and meetings. The candidate will
also supports new program development by helping to address the
Heilmeier criteria, performing background literature reviews and
research, and preparing briefings and documentation.
Expert knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas
are desired: photonic and organic nonlinear materials and devices,
coupled oscillatory states, quantum-inspired devices, synthetic biology,
as well as suitable interfaces between such technologies and
conventional electronic transport methods. The candidate must also
possess a strong background in nonlinear problem solving, optimization,
generative AI, and other types of large-scale processing algorithms to
support the innovative computing approaches of interest and their end
users.
Responsibilities:
- Analysis of emerging science and technology R&D opportunities
through literature review; outreach to the research community;
summarizing, analyzing, and visualizing data in spreadsheet and
graphical forms
- Generating briefing materials and agency documents required for new
program approval
- Program management at all stages over the program lifecycle
including BAA drafting; feedback on proposals; interactions with
proposers and performers; meeting organization and participation;
transition partner and industry partner engagement
- Lead periodic performer assessments to analyze findings, assess
technical and schedule risks; develop management strategies;
communicate findings to program manager
- Technical evaluations and guidance on reports, briefings, and other
performer communications
- Presentation and report preparation
- Program administration, including development of technical analyses,
identification of technology gaps, technical risk management,
project cost estimation, technology transfer efforts, as well as
supporting technical reviews
- Attending and organizing program reviews/site visits/field tests
Desired capabilities and characteristics:
- Minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant Engineering or Science
discipline
- Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:
photonic and organic nonlinear materials and devices, coupled
oscillatory states, quantum-inspired devices, synthetic biology, as
well as suitable interfaces between such technologies and
conventional electronic transport methods.
- Strong background in nonlinear problem solving, optimization,
generative AI, and other types of large-scale processing algorithms
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to quickly learn unfamiliar areas is needed to broadly
support the PM’s portfolio spanning multiple domains of materials
and microsystems.
- Self-starter who is willing to both take the lead and provide
support in a team role in a complex, fast-paced, cross-disciplinary
work environment
- Strong organization skills with the ability to multi-task and
respond to quick turn-around requests
- Flexible and readily adaptable to change
- Demonstrated collaboration skills in a team atmosphere
- Passion for science and technology