Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
americansystems
Research Associate, Associate Principal
americansystems· Scientific Research & Analysis
About this role
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.
Responsibilities
- Support the Secretary of War for Science and Technology (S&T) Program Protection as it guides and supports modern research and analysis of strategic biotechnology initiatives
- Advise top Pentagon leadership on biotechnology issues
- Work to evaluate and secure cutting-edge technology essential to the modernization of national strategy in defense.
- Represent USD R&E on Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and participate in Government-approved conferences and forums in addition to specific USD R&E projects.
- Assist, prepare and conduct meetings for current Biotechnology issues.
- Conduct biotechnology research analysis.
- Develop and coordinate concepts and requirements for the application of current and emerging technologies as they apply to DoD's R&E program.
- Assist and prepare presentations and reports to DoD leadership and outside DoD.
- Track the department-wide budget for efforts aligning with Biotechnology.
- Maintain and update Biotechnology modernization roadmaps, coordinate roadmaps with key stakeholders.
- Make recommendations to the development of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) pertinent to mission needs and technical capabilities.
Qualifications
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- 10 years of experience of engineering, biotechnology, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E)
- Master’s degree in STEM and minimum of 5-years recent experience in biotechnology or an MBA degree
- TS/SCI Clearance
- Excellent writing, communication and briefing
Previous experience with:
- Department of Defense RDT&E mission and processes.
- Engineering, analysis of alternatives, integration, requirements, and testing.
- Biotechnology programs.
- Biological and biotechnology experimentation
- Experimentation of biological effects for RF and directed energy weapons
- RF and directed energy capabilities.
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $165,000.00/Yr. - USD $185,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.EEO Statement
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What is the salary for the Research Associate, Associate Principal role at americansystems?
The listed salary for this Research Associate, Associate Principal position at americansystems is USD 165K–185K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
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This Research Associate, Associate Principal role at americansystems is based in Alexandria, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Research Associate, Associate Principal role at americansystems full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Research Associate, Associate Principal role in the Scientific Research & Analysis department at americansystems.
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This Research Associate, Associate Principal position at americansystems was posted on Aug 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Research Associate, Associate Principal
americansystems · 💰 USD 165K–185K/yr
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