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Senior Scientist - Human Research Protections Group Team Lead (Public Trust required)

St. Michael's Inc.
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025 CLOSED ON 1/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Scientist - Human Research Protections Group Team Lead (Public Trust required) position at St. Michael's Inc.?

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance? Do you have experience in leading Human Research Protections (HRP) activities and teams? Do you want to work in a leadership position that enhances our client’s Human Subjects Protections Specialists and Compliance Assurance Program Office? If so, then we invite you to read on.

About This Role

St. Michael’s is hiring a Senior Scientist - Human Research Protections Group Team Lead to support a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. You will be in a client-facing role that will benefit from your leadership, program management experience, and expertise with the processes and systems used to support HRP efforts in DHS. Our core value of Teamwork will be paramount to this role as you will both lead and work as a contributing member to a team of HRP scientists providing support across our client’s Compliance Assurance Program Office’s (CAPO) Human Research Protections Group (HRPG).

LOCATION

Washington, D.C.

Who You Are

  • Active Public Trust Clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
  • Hold an active “Certified IRB Professional (CIP)”
  • Have a Master of Arts or Science Degree in an relevant field.
  • Extensive and demonstrated human research protections experience.
  • At least 2 years of demonstrated experience with HRPP/IRB/REC administration and management .
  • Demonstrated knowledge of various types of research portfolio oversight and management methods and systems.
  • Ability to analyze extremely complex problems and recommend, monitor, and execute best practice solutions to executive level management.
  • Experience with or ability to assist in the development of a regulatory framework based upon Federal, state, local and other laws, and guidelines.
  • Ability to meet with and present to senior officials.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Support the operations of the CAPO Human Research Protections Group (HRPG)
  • Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.
  • Determining documentation requirements for regulatory and compliance assurance reviews.
  • Managing the collection, analysis, and archiving of documentation for regulatory and compliance assurance reviews and record-keeping in a centralized database.
  • Conducting systematic reviews of DHS-sponsored activities for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidelines in accordance with applicable DHS directives, instructions, procedures, and other guidance.

COMPENSATION: As required by applicable law, St. Michael’s Inc. provides reasonable pay ranges for positions based on labor market conditions in locations where compensation transparency is required. The base pay range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000. Final compensation may vary depending on geographic location, relevant skills, experience, and other job-related factors. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, based on company and individual performance.

This position is contingent upon contract award; we are actively gathering qualified candidates in preparation for a successful proposal submission.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

At St. Michael’s, we believe in rewarding hard work and supporting the people who keep our country safe. As an employee-owned company, you can share in our success through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k)-retirement plan; paid time off; and professional development support. Join a company with a conscience – one that invests in your well-being and professional growth. See all our benefits here: St. Michael's Benefits .

This position will remain open until filled.

St. Michael's is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Reasonable Accommodation - If you need a reasonable accommodation when you apply for a position on our website, please contact us at 703-463-9463 or HumanResources@stmichaelsinc.com

When calling, please ask to speak with Human Resources.

When sending an email, please include “Reasonable Accommodation” in the subject line of the email.

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000

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