New Start Technical Coordinator

1 month ago


Washington, United States Joint Research and Development, LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

JRAD is seeking a highly qualified New Start Technical Coordinator to support health technology development initiatives for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).


Roles/Responsibilities:

This role requires a strong background in biology, chemistry, and/or infectious diseases, with a focus on the development of new programs.


Key Responsibilities:


  • New Program Support:
    • Assist Program Managers (PMs) in developing and researching ideas for new programs and technologies.
    • Develop strategic and technical plans to promote the ARPA-H mission.
    • Support the preparation of new start briefings and assist new PMs.
  • Technical Expertise/Subject Matter Expertise (SME):
    • Provide technical expertise for new and ongoing programs, including contributions to reviews, site visits, and demonstrations.
    • Offer recommendations to mitigate technical risks and assess potential program impacts.
    • Independently assess laboratory results and other tests, and provide expert feedback on research proposals.
  • Risk Assessment and Management:
    • Identify and mitigate technical risks at both the program and agency levels.
    • Offer feedback on risk reduction activities and develop risk management strategies.
  • Program/Study/SBIR Management Support::
    • Track technical progress and deliverables, liaising with stakeholders to ensure alignment with program goals.
    • Prepare and review program management briefings and documents.
  • Briefing Support:
    • Develop clear and concise presentation materials for technical concepts and strategic plans.
    • Prepare briefings for senior Health and Human Services (HHS) personnel and stakeholders.


Required Skills and Education:

  • PhD in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific field.
  • 14+ years of relevant experience.


Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in data management tools, health product strategy, and commercialization strategies is highly preferred.


Security Clearance:

  • The ability to obtain or maintain Public Trust


When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits


JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement


JRAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.


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