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Technical SETA - Computational Biophysics Security Clearance
Job in
Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22246, USA
Listed on 2026-07-03
Listing for:
Strategic Analysis, Inc
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-03
Job specializations:
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Science
Research Scientist, Data Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Technical SETA - Computational Biophysics (TS/SCI #26-117) Job Code:26-117
Location:
Arlington, VA
FT/PT Status:
Full Time
Required Clearance:
Top Secret SCI Strategic Analysis, Inc. is seeking a skilled Technical SETA - Computational Biophysicist to support the Biological Technologies Office (BTO) at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). Salary Range: $100-200K
Summary:
Provides critical subject matter expertise and programmatic support to DARPA BTO Program Managers, translating foundational and mid-level biophysical principles and applied modeling experience into technical oversight, proposal evaluation, performer assessment and management for cutting-edge structural biology and biotechnology programs. Responsibilities:
- Evaluates performer-designed molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, custom analytical pipelines, and scripts (Python, C++, Bash) to ensure they meet structural bioinformatics and free energy calculation standards.
- Reviews complex methodologies for merging computational models with empirical biological data (e.g., cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography) utilizing deep conceptual knowledge of tools like GROMACS, AMBER, NAMD, and PyMOL.
- Translates domain subject matter expertise into actionable support for DARPA BTO Program Managers by tracking performer milestones, maintaining program data logs, and drafting technical content for briefings, transition reports, and new BAAs. Degree:
Engineering, Science, Business, Program Management, Operations, Public Policy, or a related field. PMP Certification is required. Clearance: TS/SCI required
Work Location:
Full time onsite at Arlington VA headquarters, DARPA. Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 or older), protected veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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