Government and Public Sector - Senior Technical Advisor, Advanced Materials Science
About The Position
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Government and Public Sector – Digital Engineering – Senior Technical Advisor – Advanced Materials Science The opportunity In this role, you will provide technical and scientific consulting advisory support by supporting the development of new research and development (R&D) programs. You’ll provide support focusing on kicking off new programs, program execution and new program development at DARPA. The ideal candidate’s specific area of expertise should include inorganic chemistry, battery design and development, and advanced materials science. The successful candidate’s strengths should include experimental design, cross-institutional collaboration, and a broad understanding of the biotechnology and the technology innovation ecosystem.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Areas of expertise includes battery technologies and advanced materials science
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to quickly learn unfamiliar areas is needed to broadly support the PM’s portfolio spanning multiple domains at the intersection of materials science and microsystems.
- Self-starter who is willing to both take the lead and provide support in a team role in a complex, fast-paced, cross-disciplinary work environment
- Strong organization skills with the ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests
- Flexible and readily adaptable to change
- Demonstrated collaboration skills in a team atmosphere
- Passion for science and technology
- Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
- Analysis of emerging science and technology R&D opportunities through literature review; outreach to the research community; summarizing, analyzing, and visualizing data in spreadsheet and graphical forms
- Generating briefing materials and agency documents required for new program approval
- Program management at all stages over the program lifecycle including BAA drafting; feedback on proposals; interactions with proposers and performers; meeting organization and participation; transition partner and industry partner engagement
- Lead periodic performer assessments to analyze findings, assess technical and schedule risks; develop management strategies; communicate findings to program manager
- Technical evaluations and guidance on reports, briefings, and other performer communications
- Presentation and report preparation
- Program administration, including development of technical analyses, identification of technology gaps, technical risk management, project cost estimation, technology transfer efforts, as well as supporting technical reviews
- Attending and organizing program reviews/site visits/field tests
Benefits
- comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business
- Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options
- flexible vacation policy
- time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
