What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist / CBRN Defense Scientist position at Jacobs Management Group?
Research Scientist / CBRN Defense Scientist
Chantilly, VA
My client is seeking a Research Scientist to support U.S. Government efforts in chemical and biological defense and counter-proliferation from the Chantilly, VA area. This is a research and literature-analysis role, not a laboratory position, focused on tackling some of the most technically demanding questions in CW/BW defense and medical countermeasures.
Why you should apply
- Contribute directly to national security research shaping CW/BW defense and counter-proliferation policy
- Apply deep scientific expertise to real technical questions instead of routine lab work
- See your technical writing put to direct, high-impact use
- One-year assignment with standard 40-hour weeks
- $43 to $62 per hour, based on experience
What you'll be doing
- Read and analyze scientific literature on CW/BW defense, counter-proliferation, and medical countermeasures
- Write technical reports on findings for U.S. Government clients
- Conduct open- and gray-source search, discovery, acquisition, and analysis
- Use scientific databases such as SciFinder, PubMed, and ScienceDirect
- Work independently or in small groups as the task requires
About you
- Be able to do the job as described.
- Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and U.S. citizenship required
- Background in national security, defense, or the intelligence community
How to apply
We'd love to see your resume, but it's not required to have a conversation. Email Russ at rkikkert@jacobsmgt.com and tell me why you're interested, or apply here if you have one ready.
Salary : $43 - $62