Scientific Project and Program Advisor | Healthcare and Life Sciences [HHS110015]

Scientific Project and Program Advisor | Healthcare and Life Sciences

ProSidian Seeks a Scientific Project and Program Advisor | Healthcare and Life Sciences - DPLH Est.: 1912 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt Full-Time Basis Mid Atlantic | ProSidian Labor Category - Executive Consultant/SME II Mid Level Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541611 - DPLH Est.: 1912 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt Full-Time Basis located CONUS - Washington DC Across The Mid Atlantic Region supporting Advanced Scientific Professional Staffing Support Services in the various areas of interest within the Medical Countermeasures field of Research and Development (R&D)/Analytical Research and Development (AR&D) of biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals supporting BARDA. These services are critical in support of BARDA's mission to conduct R&D and AR&D efforts to provide medical countermeasures that address the public health medical consequences of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) events, pandemic influenza, and emerging infectious diseases.

Seeking Scientific Project and Program Advisor candidates with relevant Healthcare And Life Sciences Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Healthcare And Life Sciences Sector Clients such as HHS. This as a Full-Time ProSidian W-2 Healthcare and Life Sciences Functional Area - Healthcare And Life Sciences Supply/Service Initiative and an employed position with commensurate benefits and competitive salary.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Healthcare And Life Sciences (Scientific Project and Program Advisor) in the Healthcare And Life Sciences Industry Sector focusing on Human Capital Solutions for clients such as Department of Health and Human Services (HHS - ASPR | BARDA) | HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Center for Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) Generally Located In CONUS - Washington DC and across the Mid Atlantic Region (Of Country/World).

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Scientific Project and Program Advisor | Healthcare and Life Sciences [HHS110015]

• Provide concept ideas for BARDA Program Division(s); Prepare draft work statements (SOW, SOO, PWS IGCE & Cost Estimates) for solicitations [Request for Information (RFIs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), Sources Sought Notices (SSN), et al].
• Review and advise on contract proposals (formally and informally submitted), as requested.
• Provide project development level portfolio management and oversight but in technical and administrative areas.
• Provide program level portfolio management and oversight.
• Develop, implement, and consciously improve Total Life Cycle Cost (TLCC) efforts.
• Assist in contract negotiations on technical matters, as requested.
• Deliver briefings on relevant subject matter for ASPR/BARDA Senior Leadership; and
• Serve as scientific and technical representative for the Program Office(s) concerning the project management of the advanced development, licensure, and acquisition(s) of medical countermeasures, including regulatory and clinical pathways and establishment of manufacturing capacity.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Scientific Project and Program Advisor | Healthcare and Life Sciences [HHS110015] (HHS110015) Candidates:

• At least ten (10) years of relevant industry experience with advanced degree. (1) For vaccine and/or therapeutic development efforts: an advanced degree in biological or chemical sciences with relevant postdoctoral experience is required or
• for regulatory and/or clinical studies: application of doctoral degree(s) in medicine or pharmacy or with commensurate experience(s) or
• for diagnostics PhD in appropriate life sciences field (immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or similar), or Masters or Bachelors (with commensurate experience) of science in a physical science field (engineering, physics, computer science, or similar) or
• for manufacturing capacity: a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Biology with 10- 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical facility architecture and application in commercial building construction or an advanced degree in business

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biological/chemical sciences for vaccine/therapeutic development, with relevant postdoctoral experience.
• Doctoral degree in medicine or pharmacy for regulatory/clinical studies or commensurate experience.
• PhD in immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or similar fields for diagnostics; or Master's/Bachelor's in physical science fields (engineering, physics, computer science, or similar) with experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Biology for manufacturing, with 10-15 years of experience in pharmaceutical facility architecture or an advanced business degree
• Skills Required
• Proficiency in preparing work statements (SOW, SOO, PWS), IGCE, and cost estimates for solicitations (RFIs, RFPs, SSNs).
• Expertise in project and program-level portfolio management.
• Strong experience in contract proposal reviews, negotiations, and technical advisory roles.
• Familiarity with advanced development, licensure, and acquisition of medical countermeasures.
• Advanced understanding of Total Life Cycle Cost (TLCC) efforts and management

Competencies Required

• Ability to deliver briefings and reports to senior leadership.
• Serve as a scientific and technical representative for regulatory, clinical, and manufacturing capacities.
• Lead pharmaceutical product development with a focus on regulatory pathways and manufacturing capacity.
• Build and maintain expertise in diagnostics, vaccines, therapeutics, and manufacturing processes.

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience for the Scientific Advisor role.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant executive-level experience for the Senior Scientific Advisor role.
• Specific experience in pharmaceutical facility architecture and commercial building construction for manufacturing-related roles.
• Engage with ASPR/BARDA leadership to improve development strategies.
• Oversee technical matters during project development and contract negotiations.
• Ensure alignment of program goals with regulatory and industry standards

Other Details

• Must demonstrate the ability to develop and improve TLCC management frameworks.
• Capable of driving advanced pharmaceutical product development from concept through licensure and acquisition.

Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness -