Qualifications 

Required: 

• Master's degree required 
• 10+ years of experience working within the DoD medical research and development (R&D) enterprises, including research organizations, such as DHA R&E, USAMRDC, USAMMDA, USAMRIID, NMRC, Centers of Excellence and research support services
• Experience working with the application of related research and development (R&D) solutions including at MTFs or deployed settings, institutional review boards (IRBs), offices of quality management, and offices of research and technology applications
• Experience planning and managing a research portfolio either within or outside the DOD
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required clearance for this role  
• Travel up to 25% 

Preferred: 

• 7+ years of experience in business development in the research and development (R&D) space with familiarity with research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) funding
• 7+ years of experience with implementation of science in an applied DoD or VA health setting aimed at successful implementation of clinical research
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition in a program functional area, including scheduling, budgeting, policy, data gathering, analysis, and government contracts
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills specifically with key leaders in Military Health research and development (R&D) organizations and agencies
• Understands funding streams (e.g. Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs) for R&D in the Federal space (MHS experience/understanding preferred)
• Secret clearance
• Doctorate degree
• Certifications in PMP, Six Sigma, Acquisition, Certified IRB Professional, or Clinical Research Coordinator