Scientific and Technical Advisor: Oncology Specialist

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Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment as a scientific and technical advisor supporting advanced research and development in biomedical engineering and life sciences. Leverage a breadth of expertise in medical device design, biomaterials, biosensors, imaging systems, computational modeling, and human–technology integration to evaluate and shape programs that address critical healthcare, public health, and operational challenges. Collaborate with world-class scientists, engineers, and clinicians to assess emerging technologies, identify high-impact opportunities, and drive development in areas such as implantable and wearable devices, regenerative medicine, advanced diagnostics, and integrated biomedical platforms.

Provide strategic assessments, create technical reports, develop program plans, track technological progress, and perform related tasks to advance client R&D objectives. Support program management and development, prepare high-quality briefing materials, and engage regularly with stakeholders. Operate with minimal guidance, balancing multiple priorities while delivering high-value results.

• Ideal candidates will have ARPA-H and/or broader-ARPA experience, with at least four (4) years of industry experience in startups, industry, and have experience with regulatory affairs.
• Advanced degree (PhD required) in one of the following or related fields: cancer, medical oncology, clinical oncology, oncological sciences, tumor biomarkers, biology, molecular biology, pharmacology. If PhD is in any field outside of oncology, candidates must have subsequent experience in oncology, oncology clinical trials, oncology biomarkers, and/or oncological sciences.
• Demonstrated record of authoring technical papers, reports, or program plans for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to develop pitches and present complex engineering and biomedical concepts to multidisciplinary audiences.
• Must have strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, including proficiency with keyboard shortcuts and the ability to create PPT slides and Excel files on the fly during a meeting in a high-pressure environment.
• Must be able to obtain a federal government Public Trust clearance.

• Advise on oncology, clinical trials, biomarkers, and oncology treatments.
• Conduct market and regulatory analyses, technical due diligence, and literature reviews.
• Evaluate technical proposals for scientific merit and innovation; prepare recommendations and briefing materials.
• Facilitate collaborations with researchers, clinicians, and technology developers.

• In-depth familiarity with the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) model, such as ARPA-H, DARPA, ARPA-E, or IARPA.
• Experience with program development, proposal evaluation, and performer oversight in government or industry R&D.
• Ability to synthesize technical, regulatory, and clinical considerations into actionable strategies.
• Demonstrated efficiency, adaptability, proficiency, leadership, multidisciplinary skills, and/or high productivity.
• Mastery of scientific publications and public presentations.
• Postgraduate experience (e.g., postdoctoral fellowship or industry role).
• Experience with clinical trial design, adaptive clinical trials, clinical biomarkers, and oncology treatment.
• Background in computational modeling, AI/ML for biomedical applications, or systems integration in healthcare environments.
• Understanding of clinical workflows, interoperability standards, and human factors in medical technology adoption.
• Experience with program development, proposal evaluation, and performer oversight in government or industry R&D.