ARPA-H Technical Advisor - Biopharma Manufacturing Job Listing at Kelly Services in Washington, DC (Job ID 10131345)

Description

Kelly Government Solutions is seeking a Technical Advisor (Cell and Gene Therapy Manufacturing) with expertise in biopharmaceutical and nucleic acid manufacturing to support the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). This position supports the Agency's mission to accelerate better health outcomes for everyone through cutting-edge research and development projects designed for high-impact solutions to society's most challenging health problems. This remote position may involve domestic travel (~10-20%) to support the Program.

This is a long-term contract position which offers:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
- Optional health, vision, and dental plans
- Vacation leave as well as paid federal holidays and 401K plan.  

KEY TASKS
(1) Support an Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Program Manager developing breakthrough technologies in gene and cell therapies
(2) Assist, support, and provide advice to the Program Manager to further the development and progress of new and existing programs.
(3) Search and review industrial, scientific, and technical literature in areas of product development and manufacturing of DNA, RNA, and viral vectors for therapies.
(4) Analyze technical, scientific, regulatory, and technoeconomic data with respect to novelty, rigor, and robustness
(5) Conduct thorough technical scientific evaluation of the current R&D landscape to identify gaps in research portfolios and address critical needs that are aligned with the ARPA-H mission.
(6) Compare and contrast technical approaches and innovations.
(7) Write and review technical documents and solicitations.
(8) Read and translate complex information to develop team and executive level briefings for technical and non-technical audiences
(9) Perform basic administrative tasks such as collecting, sorting, analyzing, and writing internal programmatic reports/briefings on relevant topics to support ARPA-H and technical efforts

KEY REQUIREMENTS
(1) Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology or related scientific discipline
(2) Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in the biopharmaceutical or biomanufacturing industry.
(3) Cell and molecular biology experience that includes genetic engineering techniques for mammalian cells, stem cell differentiation techniques, QC analytical techniques, and/or assay development for cell and gene therapies.
(4) Experience with IND-enabling studies and knowledge of current FDA regulations preferred
(5) Experience working in CDMO, GLP, and/or GMP environments preferred
(6) Familiarity with federal research regulations and experience supporting ARPA-like programs (e.g., DARPA, IARPA, ARPA-E) or U.S. DoD advanced development programs desired
(7) Availability to travel domestically as needed to fully support program manager and program operations
(8) US Citizenship and/or lawful permanent residency is required as per contract requirements to obtain Public Trust clearance.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE
When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time.
Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren't contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network.  All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account.
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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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