Engineering Structures Scimago Jobs in Rockville, MD

We are seeking a CQV Project Manager to support the Pilot Bioproduction Facility (PBF) at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in Silver Spring, Maryland. This multidisciplinary CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation role will leverage Good Engineering Practices (GEP) and GMP manufacturing background to plan, coordinate and report project scope associated with PBF capabilities expansion and revenue generating technology transfer projects. This dynamic new position manages teams, budgets, schedules, and risks, overseeing the entire lifecycle from planning to execution, focusing on developing protocols, testing, documentation, and regulatory compliance for equipment and processes.

PBF is a one-of-a-kind cGMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing facility engaging in next-generation development for cutting-edge companies and government agencies. The professionals at PBF are engaging in trailblazing endeavors every day. Most exciting, the end products vary, so every year brings multiple opportunities for professional enrichment in original projects.

CAMRIS International, LLC, is a dynamic medical research and development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include vaccine research, development, and production; microbiology and infectious disease research; biodefense; clinical research; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Solution project challenges with multi-disciplinary teams tracking and reporting metrics.
• Manage project actuals vs. forecast and update status with program leadership.
• Facilitate project team meetings, including scheduling, planning, and tracking.
• Experience scheduling and executing GMP equipment design, testing and qualification.
• Project planning and project lifecycle management from conception to completion.
• Track qualification and operational readiness of equipment and systems, as necessary.
• Leverage dependency matrices, diagrams, and gap assessments to define project scope.
• Communicate and coordinate with PBF stakeholders to define scope and budget.
• Grow and maintain relationships with WRAIR staff, customers, and vendors.
• Organize and participate in customer and potential customer visits.
• Manage project submittals, change control processes and project management artifacts.
• Actively communicate customer project and facility constraints.
• Evaluate schedule constraints, risk, and feasibility of performing CDMO projects.
• Assist managers with subcontractor schedule development and maintenance.
• Support shutdown planning and execution and update capacity utilization metrics.
• Optimize and scale the Project Management function as capacity grows.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• BS/BA in business, engineering, life sciences, or a related field.
• 5+ years of biologics development or manufacturing industry experience.
• MS Project proficiency, including resource planning.
• MS Excel, MS Word, MS SharePoint, and MS Teams familiarity.
• Familiarity with implementing operational excellence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be currently eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship and have lived in the United States for three of the past five years if a non-US citizen.

Preferred

• PMP and/or earned value training.
• Knowledge of GMP, EU, FDA, ISPE guidance as it applies to multi-modal pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Biologics experience in development, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Experience with cost analysis and finance.
• CDMO project management experience.
• Capital project management experience.
• SmartSheet experience.
• Leadership experience.

Physical Requirements, Workplace Hazards and Conditions, and PPE and Chemical Requirements

The physical requirements, workplace hazards and conditions, and PPE and chemical requirements described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical Demands

• Constantly conduct sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Occasionally conduct light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally push or pull less than 25 pounds.
• Occasionally reach above shoulder level.
• Constantly use both hands.
• Occasionally stand or walk for more than 25 minutes.
• Occasionally kneel, squat, or stoop.
• Constantly have clear vision (near and/or far), depth perception, peripheral vision, and/or visual acuity.

Physical Activities

• Occasionally move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another.
• Constantly communicate with others to exchange information.
• Constantly assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environmental Conditions

• Constantly work in environments where no adverse environmental conditions are expected.

PPE and Chemical Requirements

• Rarely wear PPE including but not limited to gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, and safety shoes.
• Rarely wear a lab coat.
• Rarely wear a clean room uniform.
• Rarely wear a disposable dust/surgical mask.

Please submit your resume online at CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

HANSOH BIO

Hansoh Bio is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Hansoh Pharmaceutical Group Company Limited, a biopharma company founded in 1995. Hansoh Pharma discovers and develops breakthrough therapies for serious diseases and disorders affecting patients around the world, employing 9,000 workers and 1,400 R&D professionals. With over 40 products in commercialization, the Company’s pipeline programs and products cover therapeutic areas such as oncology, central nervous system, anti-infectives, diabetes, as well as gastrointestinal and cardiovascular diseases.

Hansoh Bio is a biotech Research and Development (R&D) arm of Hansoh Pharma based in Rockville, MD, focused on de novo drug discovery and development of novel therapeutics. Hansoh Bio is thrilled to offer exciting opportunities for researchers and scientists to engage in target discovery and pre-clinical candidate development of high impact projects, while being an integral member of a collaborative, passionate, and goal-oriented team.

For more information, please visit Biology and Biophysics – MARYLAND R&D CENTER

We are currently seeking a motivated and multi-talented scientist to join our peptide discovery and development team in Rockville, Maryland. This role will focus on the design, screening, and optimization of peptide-based ligands against biologically relevant targets. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative screening platforms and drive hit-to-lead and lead optimization efforts toward preclinical candidate selection.

This position requires a strong foundation in protein–ligand interactions, peptide chemistry/biology, and a demonstrated ability to integrate experimental and computational approaches.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop novel screening strategies to identify peptide binders

• Drive optimization of peptide hits for affinity, selectivity, stability, and developability

• Leveraging computational tools (e.g., molecular modeling, docking, MD simulations) to inform peptide design

• Apply structure activity relationship principles to guide iterative design cycles

• Interpret structural biology data (e.g., X-ray, cryo-EM, AlphaFold models) to guide optimization strategies

• Work closely with biophysics, structural biology, medicinal chemistry, and in vivo pharmacology teams

• Provide timely communication and presentations

REQUIREMENTS

• Ph.D. degree in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology or related areas with 5+ years of research experience. Post-doctoral experience is preferred but not required

• Familiarity with computational chemistry or structural modeling tools

• Strong experience in molecular biology such as RT-PCR, qPCR, etc

• Strong experience in expression, purification, and biophysical characterization of proteins

• Strong understanding of protein–ligand interactions and binding kinetics

• Hands-on experience with biophysical binding assays (SPR, BLI, ITC, etc.)

• Experience with peptide discovery platforms (e.g., phage display, mRNA display, yeast display) is preferred

• Experience in SAR-driven optimization and lead development is preferred

Job Title: Intellectual Property Attorney - Associate General Counsel and Patent Counsel

Location: Hybrid -Rockville, Maryland, United States

Salary: $150,000-$325,000

Skills: Patent Law, Trademark Law, Molecular Biology or Computer Science, Licensing, Agreements

About the Biotechnology Company / The Opportunity:

We are a growing life sciences company that is expanding its Intellectual Property (IP) team and hiring for multiple IP-focused roles, including a patent counsel, an IP-focused associate general counsel, and an IP transactional associate general counsel. In these roles, you will work closely with inventors, internal teams, and external counsel to protect the company’s intellectual property and support innovation. This is a unique opportunity to support cutting-edge research and help protect the company’s valuable innovations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on intellectual property matters including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and IP licensing.
• Manage patent portfolios, including drafting, filing, prosecuting, and maintaining domestic and international patent applications.
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including licensing, collaboration, supply, and material transfer agreements, with a focus on IP terms.
• Advise on IP strategy, risk mitigation, and enforcement, including potential litigation support.
• Collaborate with inventors and internal teams to support R&D, product development, and commercialization.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on IP protection, agreements, and best practices.

Must-Have Skills:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and a current license to practice before a state bar and admittance to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for Patent Counsel.
• 7-10+ years of combined legal experience at USPTO, law firm, or in-house legal team.
• Deep understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law and strong ability to manage complex IP portfolios and matters independently.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD preferred) in molecular biology, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related field, with at least 3 years of research or product development experience.
• Technical or scientific background in molecular biology, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related fields.

About the Role

The Executive Assistant acts as an extension of the President & COO managing priorities, serving as a proxy in key meetings, creating structure around decision-making, and ensuring follow-through across a complex operational organization.

This role requires judgment, independence, assertiveness, and comfort operating with vague direction.

This is a fit for someone who is:

• Highly organized and assertive
• Agile and not rattled by having to make quick pivots
• Able to manage up and take initiative
• Strong at interpreting data and identifying risks
• Comfortable joining or leading meetings on behalf of an executive
• Naturally proactive and anticipatory

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Proxy & Meeting Partnership

• Attend meetings on behalf of the President & COO when needed
• Capture decisions, risks, action items, and follow-ups
• Ensure accountability across Directors and cross-functional teams
• Escalate appropriately without over-escalating

Operational Cadence, Planning & Briefings

• Build and manage weekly agendas for Directors of Operations
• Prepare structured read-aheads, daily briefings, and priority summaries
• Identify opportunities for the President to have focused, uninterrupted work time

Project & Initiative Tracking

• Track cross-functional initiatives, deadlines, and milestones
• Monitor key metrics and dashboards; flag trends or operational risks
• Provide concise synthesis for decision-making

Calendar & Email Management

• Own complex calendar and prioritization workflows
• Protect executive focus time and navigate competing internal demands
• Triaging inbox communications; prepare summaries and recommended responses

Communication & Relationship Management

• Liaise between the President and senior leaders
• Maintain consistent communication tone and professionalism on the executive’s behalf
• Build trust and rapport across a fast-paced operations environment

Other Responsibilities

• Limited travel (approximately every other month) for onsite operational sessions
• Support special assignments, meetings, expenses, and coordination tasks
• Occasional early morning/early evening availability when required

Required Experience

Must-Haves

• 5-10+ years supporting senior executives (C-suite strongly preferred)
• Proven experience acting as a proxy or representing an executive in meetings
• Experience supporting multiple senior leaders simultaneously
• Exposure to metrics, dashboards, or operational reporting
• Project management experience or strong project coordination background
• Demonstrated ability to operate with limited direction
• Experience in one or more of the following industries:
• Health & Human Services
• Medicaid / Public Health
• Financial Services/Financial Management Services
• Medical practices
• Nonprofit sector
• Government / Federal / State agencies

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience interpreting operational data or KPIs
• Familiarity with travel management tools (Navan, Concur, etc.)

Behavioral & Work Style Expectations

We are seeking someone who:

• Maintains composure and sound judgement in high pressure or time sensitive situations
• Demonstrates receptiveness to constructive feedback and incorporate it into ongoing performance
• Operates with a strong service orientation while exercising initiative and ownership of responsibilities
• Make timely, well-reasoned decisions when operating with incomplete or evolving information
• Effectively manages priorities and communication in support of a fast-paced executive environment
• Anticipates needs and takes appropriate action to maintain operational effectiveness
• Demonstrates adaptability and persistence in a dynamic work environment

Work Model

• Primarily in-office in Silver Spring, MD (required)
• Standard schedule aligns with the executive (generally 8–5), with flexibility based on needs
• Occasional extended hours depending on travel, meetings, or key priorities
• Hybrid flexibility only when the executive is traveling

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

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• High School Diploma or GED
  
• 3-5 years of experience with setting up, programming, editing and operating CNC milling and lathe machines
  
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• Must be able to obtain and maintain an DoD Secret Clearance
  
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• Basic MS Windows skills
  
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Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively hiring an Administrative Support Specialist with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to join our Data and Systems Integration Division, working in Northern Virginia in support of coordination and administration Tasks.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tasks shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordination, organization, and scheduling of meetings. Take meting notes/minutes and meeting attendance.
• Organize and assist with office drills, filings, correspondence, tracking systems, and coordinating office requests.
• Coordinate schedules, generate minutes, and document action items.
• Assist in tracking and managing responses to actions at various levels to include but not limited to: Division Review Forums, Corporate Actions, and Ad-Hoc Front Office Actions.
• Tasking may include congressional responses, testimony reviews, and program data calls.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Thorough familiarity with standard Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree
• TS/SCI with polygraph

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a prominent construction organization to identify an experienced Project Manager (drywall) to oversee commercial drywall projects from start to finish. This role leads project teams, manages budgets and schedules, ensures safety and quality standards, and builds strong client relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Interpret and manage project documents including contracts, drawings, specifications, and change orders.
• Develop budgets, review and prepare pricing for change orders, and monitor cost controls.
• Coordinate procurement, delivery, and tracking of materials.
• Maintain project schedules and collaborate with field personnel to ensure progress and resolve issues.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction methods and project milestones.
• Administer and approve project accounting items such as invoices, payroll, and requisitions.
• Prepare and deliver timely reporting including field reports, forecasts, and month-end summaries.
• Communicate effectively with clients, representing the company in meetings and correspondence.
• Provide mentorship and training to Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of construction experience, including 3+ years in project management
• Strong knowledge of drywall, acoustical ceilings, and rough carpentry is a MUST have
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven leadership and communication skills

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a prominent construction organization to identify an experienced Project Executive to lead general contracting projects and serve as the senior on-site representative. This role is responsible for budgets, schedules, subcontracting, client relations, and ensuring safe, high-quality delivery.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Preconstruction Process as needed, participating in meetings, overseeing the buyout of assigned projects, and verifying financial projections.
• Oversee Project Teams and Operations for assigned projects.
• Oversee Project Teams with the development of the project schedule and ensure they comply with the Contract requirements for assigned projects.
• Oversee and evaluate the financial performance of assigned projects monthly.
• Oversee and assist project team with managing risk on assigned projects.
• Oversee and monitor that project teams are delivering project requirements in accordance with the Contract Requirements.
• Oversee and monitor that safety, budgets, schedule, and quality are meeting performance expectations.
• Oversee and assist senior leadership with resource allocation to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Monitor and provide leadership to Project Teams related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, owner billing, subcontractor/vendor billing, and financial reporting.
• Encourage and mentor employee growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years of construction experience, with proven project leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• PMP, CCM, or similar certification preferred
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills