Key Role:

As a biologist on our team, you have the chance to shape the development and deployment of next-generation agricultural technologies and systems that will increase crop yields and food security. You will help support the design and management of government and private sector R&D programs and evaluate novel technology concepts. On our team, you’ll be able to broaden your scientific skill set across a variety of bio-based fields and contribute to the development of technical solutions for improving crops in developing countries. You will also provide management oversight towards the implementation of the client's R&D programs, along with helping oversee the operations of our team.

Join our team and help bring novel agricultural technologies to the world.

Empower change with us.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in academic or industry roles related to the life sciences
• Experience with managing science and technical projects as part of a team
• Knowledge of molecular biology and genetics
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Master’s degree in Biological or Agronomic Sciences

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with laboratory techniques for molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, or plant physiology
• Experience with genetic strategies for plant improvement, including tools for plant phenotyping to evaluate enhanced crops in greenhouse and field environments
• Experience using project management tools to track the progress of tasks and coordinate activities of team members
• Experience in a consulting environment, or in a biotechnology or agritech R&D environment
• Ability to exhibit flexibility and adaptability and work in a collaborative team environment, and take the initiative to move tasks forward
• Ability to demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness when dealing with uncertainty and ask insightful questions that challenge traditional thinking
• Possession of excellent data gathering, analytical, problem-solving, and client service skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $93,300.00 to $212,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.