Senior Scientist

Peraton • Chantilly, VA

2d

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an experienced scientist to provide technical analysis and targeting support to identify and counter biological threats. This role requires a strong background in microbiology, molecular biology, and/or related fields, as well as experience with technical analysis and targeting. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a forward-leaning approach to successfully develop relationships across organizations.
The scientist will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:
Leverages scientific expertise combined with cyber tools, datasets, and methodologies to analyze all-source information, help drive targeting efforts, disrupt threats, and advance mission priorities.
Conducts technical research and analysis to reveal biological threats, expansion of development programs, program goals, and the proliferation of related technology.
Drafts reports that provide actionable insights to support decision-making.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including bioinformatics, targeting, and analytic, to provide technical expertise and support.
Provides subject matter expertise in the areas of
Biology
Biochemistry
Biological Agent Production
Biotechnology
Genetic Engineering/Editing Techniques
Microbiology
Molecular Biology
Synthetic Biology

Requirements

• Must possess an active, TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related technical field; advanced degree (MS or PhD) preferred
• 12+ years of experience with BS/BA
• 5+ years of IC experience, with at least 2 years in a counterproliferation mission area
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to critically evaluate complex scientific information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear and concise technical reports and briefings
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Experience with bioinformatics tools and databases
• Familiarity with the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) workflow

Responsibilities

• Leverages scientific expertise combined with cyber tools, datasets, and methodologies to analyze all-source information, help drive targeting efforts, disrupt threats, and advance mission priorities.
• Conducts technical research and analysis to reveal biological threats, expansion of development programs, program goals, and the proliferation of related technology.
• Drafts reports that provide actionable insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including bioinformatics, targeting, and analytic, to provide technical expertise and support.
• Provides subject matter expertise in the areas of Biology, Biochemistry, Biological Agent Production, Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering/Editing Techniques, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees