- Provide technical advisory support to the Program Manager responsible for overseeing HEART.
- Provide technical input and support during the development of reports, presentations, and other materials.
- Participate in meetings and events, providing technical expertise and guidance as needed.
- Conduct technical assessments of the project's progress, identifying potential technical risks and providing recommendations for mitigation strategies.
- Stay current with scientific advancements: Stay up-to-date with the latest scientific and technical developments in the field of 3d bioprinting and related areas, and provide recommendations for incorporating new technologies and techniques into the program.Identify and propose emerging methodologies and technologies that could enhance the program's progress.Participate in scientific discussions and presentations, contributing your expertise to the program's overall knowledge base.
- Collaborate effectively within a diverse team: Build strong relationships with the Program Manager, Performers, and other technical advisors involved in the program.Collaborate with external stakeholders, including industry partners, academic institutions, and regulatory agencies, to advance the program's technical objectives.Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.Actively participate in brainstorming sessions and problem-solving exercises to drive the program forward.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in bioengineering or a closely-related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience acting in a technical role in a relevant field of research (e.g. biomedical engineering, bioprinting, synthetic biology, and/or materials science).
- Strong understanding of the "ARPA Model" used by ARPA-H and DARPA to manage transformative federal research programs.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research, analyze data, and write scientific reports.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong work ethic and a passion for scientific discovery.
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required per contract.
ARPA-H 3D Bioprinting Technical Advisor - Washington, United States - ECS
Description
ECS is seeking a ARPA-H 3D Bioprinting Technical Advisor to work in our Washington, DC (Hybrid) office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.
Job Description:
Are you a passionate and innovative biomedical scientist with expertise in bioengineering, 3D bioprinting, synthetic biology, and/or materials science?
The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) recently launched the Health Enabling Advancements through Regenerative Tissue Printing (HEART) project to make 3D printed, fully functional human organs a reality. This would effectively eliminate the need for the national transplant waitlist and provide broad, cross-community tissue transplant access to millions of US patients. ARPA-H anticipates leveraging the latest advancements and technologies in 3D bioprinting to achieve this goal.
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