Science and Technology Associates, Inc (STA) is seeking a DARPA BTO - Sr. Scientist/SETA (Neurotechnology)
Scientist /Technical Program Manager (DARPA BTO) – Neurotechnology Thrust
Job Description:
Science and Technology Associates, Inc. (STA) is seeking a Technical SETA / Sr. Scientist to support the development of several Neurotechnology based programs within the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Biological Technologies Office (BTO). This is a full-time position, and the work will take place on-site in Arlington, VA. Qualified candidates will provide the Program Manager with a range of scientific, programmatic and advisory support. This position requires eligibility for a Secret level clearance and U.S. citizenship.
Planned programs in this area seek to explore non-invasive and minimally invasive brain interface approaches and to build out that interface to increase use and extend human cognition to external systems. Exceptionally strong candidates would have appropriate technical understanding in the following areas: neurotechnology and recent brain-computer interface (BCI) approaches and limitations, cellular targeting, signal analysis, and nano and quantum approaches for BCI.
An ideal candidate would have previous experience supporting DARPA, or similar DoD program efforts.
Position Responsibilities:
• Full lifecycle Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to a DARPA BTO Program Manager (PM);
• Support the Government PM in all technical aspects;
• Provide technical advice to the Government PM in a range of potential areas, which include: Neurotechnology, Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), Cellular Targeting, Signal Analysis, and Nano and Quantum approaches to BCI;
• Develop and refine concepts and specify program deliverables;
• Identify and maintain relationships with performers and transition partners;
• Assistance with solicitation and source selection administration and support;
• Analyze technical performers’ performance, deliverables, and publications;
• Survey and summarize relevant government, academic, and contracted research.
Position Requirements:
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be eligible for at least a Secret level clearance
• Must possess a PhD in a Neuroscience related discipline.
• Must possess 5+ years of Program or Project Management experience.
• Must possess demonstrated experience and expertise in Neurotechnology, Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), Cellular Targeting, Signal Analysis, and Nano and Quantum approaches to BCI.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
• Strong ability to work in a professional teaming environment.
• Creative problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience in project or program management.
• Previous experience supporting DoD or IC agency client(s), with previous DARPA, IARPA, or DHS S&T program management experience is highly preferred.
Job Location:
• It is anticipated that over 95% of time will be spent on-site at the client facility in Arlington, VA (two blocks from the Ballston stop on the WMATA orange line). Compensation:
• STA seeks to fill this position with a talented and self-motivated individual. Accordingly, compensation shall be commensurate with experience. STA also offers a highly generous benefits package that far exceeds industry standards, and maintains a working environment geared towards creating long-term relationships with employees.
Job Type:
• Full-time
• Anticipated start date of August 1, 2017.
Company Description
About Science and Technology Associates, Inc.: Science and Technology Associates, Inc. (STA) was established in 1982 with the purpose of providing technical and programmatic SETA support to clients throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). Over the past three-plus decades STA has built a reputation among our clients for offering technically superior expertise, and is comprised of a personnel team that possess an unrivaled level of experience and expertise in our serviced markets. STA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All hiring decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions.
Job Description:
Science and Technology Associates, Inc. (STA) is seeking a Technical SETA / Sr. Scientist to support the development of several Neurotechnology based programs within the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Biological Technologies Office (BTO). This is a full-time position, and the work will take place on-site in Arlington, VA. Qualified candidates will provide the Program Manager with a range of scientific, programmatic and advisory support. This position requires eligibility for a Secret level clearance and U.S. citizenship.
Planned programs in this area seek to explore non-invasive and minimally invasive brain interface approaches and to build out that interface to increase use and extend human cognition to external systems. Exceptionally strong candidates would have appropriate technical understanding in the following areas: neurotechnology and recent brain-computer interface (BCI) approaches and limitations, cellular targeting, signal analysis, and nano and quantum approaches for BCI.
An ideal candidate would have previous experience supporting DARPA, or similar DoD program efforts.
Position Responsibilities:
• Full lifecycle Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to a DARPA BTO Program Manager (PM);
• Support the Government PM in all technical aspects;
• Provide technical advice to the Government PM in a range of potential areas, which include: Neurotechnology, Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), Cellular Targeting, Signal Analysis, and Nano and Quantum approaches to BCI;
• Develop and refine concepts and specify program deliverables;
• Identify and maintain relationships with performers and transition partners;
• Assistance with solicitation and source selection administration and support;
• Analyze technical performers’ performance, deliverables, and publications;
• Survey and summarize relevant government, academic, and contracted research.
Position Requirements:
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be eligible for at least a Secret level clearance
• Must possess a PhD in a Neuroscience related discipline.
• Must possess 5+ years of Program or Project Management experience.
• Must possess demonstrated experience and expertise in Neurotechnology, Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), Cellular Targeting, Signal Analysis, and Nano and Quantum approaches to BCI.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
• Strong ability to work in a professional teaming environment.
• Creative problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience in project or program management.
• Previous experience supporting DoD or IC agency client(s), with previous DARPA, IARPA, or DHS S&T program management experience is highly preferred.
Job Location:
• It is anticipated that over 95% of time will be spent on-site at the client facility in Arlington, VA (two blocks from the Ballston stop on the WMATA orange line). Compensation:
• STA seeks to fill this position with a talented and self-motivated individual. Accordingly, compensation shall be commensurate with experience. STA also offers a highly generous benefits package that far exceeds industry standards, and maintains a working environment geared towards creating long-term relationships with employees.
Job Type:
• Full-time
• Anticipated start date of August 1, 2017.
Company Description
About Science and Technology Associates, Inc.: Science and Technology Associates, Inc. (STA) was established in 1982 with the purpose of providing technical and programmatic SETA support to clients throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). Over the past three-plus decades STA has built a reputation among our clients for offering technically superior expertise, and is comprised of a personnel team that possess an unrivaled level of experience and expertise in our serviced markets. STA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All hiring decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions.
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