Research Associate, Associate Principal

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Research Associate advising Pentagon leadership on biotechnology initiatives for AMERICAN SYSTEMS. Support modern research and analysis and evaluate national defense technology.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Office of Critical Technologies in modern research and analysis of strategic biotechnology initiatives.
Advise Pentagon leadership on biotechnology issues.
Evaluate and secure technology for national defense modernization.
Represent on Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and participate in government conferences.
Conduct biotechnology research analysis and prepare presentations to DoD leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of experience in engineering, biotechnology, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E)
Master's degree in STEM or MBA
current and active TS/SCI Clearance
U.S. Citizenship required

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

biotechnologyResearch, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E)strategic analysistechnology evaluationpresentation preparation

Soft Skills

advisingrepresentationcommunication

Certifications

TS/SCI Clearance