ARPA-H Microbiology (Antibiotic Resistance) Technical Advisor
ECS
- Washington DC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide deep expertise in microbiology:
- Understanding bacterial pathogens, their growth characteristics, and mechanisms of antibiotic resistance is crucial.
- Thought-leadership and oversight in bacterial culturing methods and techniques.
- Understanding of antibiotic resistance, experience searching for new antibiotics, and expertise in antibiotic alignment with infections.
- Expertise in compact and rapid diagnostic approaches:
- Experience and understanding of ultra-high-speed screening systems for bacterial analysis.
- Experience in development of high-throughput screening (HTS) mechanisms and antibacterial drug discovery.
- Stay current with scientific advancements:
- Actively track and analyze new research findings within the field.
- 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 computational scientists, engineers, and other scientific advisors involved in the program.
- 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.
- PhD in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a closely related field.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in a research laboratory setting, preferably with expertise in bacterial culture techniques, high-throughput technologies, and/or antibiotic susceptibility testing.
- Strong understanding of the principles of microbiology, diagnostics, and antibiotic resistance.
- 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.
- Experience supporting Federal ARPA agencies is preferred.