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Research Scientist CBRN Defense Scientist


Job Location:

Chantilly, VA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 43 - 62
Posted: 30 August 2026 (12 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Research Scientist / CBRN Defense Scientist

Chantilly VA

My client is seeking a Research Scientist to support U.S. Government efforts in chemical and biological defense and counter-proliferation from the Chantilly VA area. This is a research and literature-analysis role not a laboratory position focused on tackling some of the most technically demanding questions in CW/BW defense and medical countermeasures.

Why you should apply

  • Contribute directly to national security research shaping CW/BW defense and counter-proliferation policy
  • Apply deep scientific expertise to real technical questions instead of routine lab work
  • See your technical writing put to direct high-impact use
  • One-year assignment with standard 40-hour weeks
  • $43 to $62 per hour based on experience

What youll be doing

  • Read and analyze scientific literature on CW/BW defense counter-proliferation and medical countermeasures
  • Write technical reports on findings for U.S. Government clients
  • Conduct open- and gray-source search discovery acquisition and analysis
  • Use scientific databases such as SciFinder PubMed and ScienceDirect
  • Work independently or in small groups as the task requires

About you

  • Be able to do the job as described.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and U.S. citizenship required
  • Background in national security defense or the intelligence community

How to apply

Wed love to see your resume but its not required to have a conversation. Email Russ at and tell me why youre interested or apply here if you have one ready.


Required Experience:

IC


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