Government and Public Sector - Senior Technical Advisor, Advanced Materials Science

Government and Public Sector – Senior Technical Advisor – Advanced Materials Science

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In this role, you will provide technical and scientific consulting advisory support by supporting the development of new research and development (R&D) programs. You’ll provide support focusing on kicking off new programs, program execution and new program development  ideal candidate’s specific area of expertise should include inorganic chemistry, battery design and development, and advanced materials science. The successful candidate’s strengths should include experimental design, cross‑institutional collaboration, and a broad understanding of the biotechnology and the technology innovation ecosystem.

• 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

• Ph.D. in relevant discipline
• Areas of expertise includes battery technologies and advanced materials science

• 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 at the intersection of materials science 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

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY, and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work‑location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.

We’re interested in highly motivated, talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside the box and continue to learn. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market. If you’re serious about consulting and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

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