ARPA-H 3D Bioprinting Technical Advisor
ECS Corporate Services

Washington, District of Columbia

Posted in Engineering


Job Info


ECS is seeking a ARPA-H 3D Bioprinting Technical Advisor to work in our Washington, DC (Hybrid) office.

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.

What you will do:

  • 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.

Required Skills:

Who you are:
  • 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.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

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