Christopher Renner
Bethesda,USA
Summary
I have more than 25 years of work experience in biomedical research, and life sciences. Expertise in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) capabilities development, risk management/mitigation, test & evaluation, detection, countermeasures and decontamination. Diverse, interdisciplinary background: Tactical, Operational, Policy, Research and Developments in the laboratory and field environments; In laboratories, I developed monoclonal antibodies to DDT (pesticide) exposure and synthesized unstable customized-peptide sequences. Designed, developed, and executed clinical investigations in compliance with prescribed laboratory protocols, and standards to meet industrial manufacturing practices. I prepared, reviewed, coordinated, briefed, and evaluated numerous high-level Department of Defense capability documents (includes, Gap Analysis, Capabilities Based Assessment, Analysis of Alternatives, Capability Development Documents, Capability Production Documents, Threat assessment, JSAPs, etc.) for Joint Requirements CBRN to support Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff priority needs on countering weapons of destruction (CWMD). Supported and led DHS CWMD countermeasures development. I routinely have met and continue to meet deadlines. I thrive as an independent contributor/writer and in collaborative environments. I work well with staff at all levels, including high-ranking officials in public and private sectors. I exercise discretion in handling confidential and classified information. I hold an active Top-Secret Clearance with TS/SCI with Poly
Professional with strong background in technology advisory, prepared to deliver significant impact. Valued for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and unwavering focus on achieving results. Expertise in IT strategy, systems integration, and cybersecurity, complemented by strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Dependable and resourceful, ready to drive success in dynamic environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Science, Engineering, and Technology Advisor @ IARPA
Bluemont Technology & Research Inc.
Bethesda, MD
07.2022 - Current
- Provide technical advisory supports to the TEI-REX, PICARD & ARENA programs. Assist with the coordination, monitoring, communication and integration of all technical aspects of the Programs lifecycle which includes: Attend meetings, workshops, conferences and testing events as a Subject Matter Expert; Assist with the organization and planning for all program related meetings; Attend regular virtual and in-person tag-up meetings with the PM and provide short email report summarizing discussion and actions; Attend regular virtual and in-person progress meetings with performers and provide short email report summarizing discussion and actions; Attend regular virtual and in-person progress meetings with T&E teams and provide short email report summarizing discussion and actions; Assist with the development of presentations, such as Program Management Reviews, PI Meeting slides, Kick-off meeting slides, and other program reporting requirements; Serve as a technical liaison between Performers, Government, Test and Evaluation, and Transition partners; Review, provide analysis, and make recommendations concerning technical reports, data, Performer approaches, and performer test and evaluation; Provide feedback to the PM for technical portions of proposals; Review, edit, and provide feedback to the PM for draft T&E Statements of Work; Support technology transition and transfer efforts; Examine data sources and literary sources for emerging technology related to the Program; and Provide technical support and expertise on new concepts beyond the Program within areas of expertise.
SME Biochemist, DHS SSD @ T&E
Mayvin Inc.
Washington, DC
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Generate, and interpret scientific reports based upon technical results from CWMD research and development efforts. Perform scientific and technical evaluation of the analyzed results from external research and development studies. Serve as a technical expert on “chemicals” working with the federal staff to assist in development of forward-focused plans and test of detection devices. Support efforts to develop and deploy an information architecture that can flexibly ingest CBRN sensor data and other information streams through a scalable cloud computing infrastructure. Performed data analytics to characterize backgrounds, determine patterns, and provide domain awareness. Support efforts to develop methods that identify anomalies to support targeting and interdiction, and provide appropriate user interfaces at the local, states and Federal levels. Develop test and analysis plan, approves verification and validation of data processes that support test execution from a project’s inception to conclusion for chemical detection. Provide strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program(s) and project staff. Provide detailed analysis, evaluation and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and/or maintenance efforts for client-specific or mission challenges/issues.
Chemical Warfare SME, at DTRA (J9-CXQ)
Universal Solutions International
Herndon, VA
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Sr. Chemical Analyst with the Advisory and Analysis Support Program to the Chemical-Biological Research & Development Directorate (DTRA) Special Programs. Reviews and writes on technical subject matters related to novel projects under developments to support and protect U.S. Warfighter against chemical and biological threat agents. Additionally, I support Special Operations Command. Liaise with industry, start-ups, government, and academia performers.
Medical Requirements Integrator at Pentagon, J8
Battelle Memorial Institute
Washington, DC
11.2011 - 06.2019
- Sr. Chemical Biological (CB) Medical Analyst at the Joint Requirements Office (JRO)- J8, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (CBRND), Pentagon. Lead SME on Vaccine (Prophylaxis) and Therapeutic Developments. My work is part of the Defense Department’s Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process to support the Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC) to fulfill its advisory responsibilities to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) in identifying, assessing, validating, and prioritizing joint military capability requirements through the generation of documents (e.g., Analysis of Alternatives, Initial Capabilities Documents, Capability Development Documents, Capabilities Production Documents, and Critical Design Reviews) for strategy development, investment decisions, capabilities portfolio management, and operational planning. Coordinate and collaborate with other US Governmental Agencies on CBRND developmental efforts. I am a technical writer, reviewer and provide comments on medical, and WMD related subjects in preparation and revision of Joint Developmental Field Manuals. Additionally, provide oral and written communication such as briefings, writing technical papers, etc. (includes T&E plans and reports such as SEPs, TEMPs, ESRs, CIPRs, OT and/or DT Test Plans, OMARs, OERs, OARs, CLRs, SRs, and SCs) for Army and Joint Service systems. Participated in the Interagency Subcommittee for medical countermeasures for Biological Threat Agents. Data collection, reduction, and analysis planning and execution for Army and Joint Services. Participating agencies include the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, and Department of Health and Human Services, etc.
Medical Requirements Integrator at Pentagon, J8
Digital Intelligence Systems Corp.
Washington, DC
03.2011 - 11.2011
- Temporary position which I left for a permanent position at Battelle Memorial Institute in the same capacity. Both positions were at the JRO CBRND at the Pentagon. Sr. CB analyst at JRO CBRND located at Pentagon. Lead analyst on Next Generation Diagnostics System (NGDS) Increment 1 & 2. I prepared and analyzed documents pursuant to the JCIDS process as directed to support the Joint Chiefs of Staff. As a technical writer and reviewer, I provided comments on medical, biological, and chemical aspects of Joint Manuals. I am a Subject Master Expect on Vaccine and Medical Countermeasure Development and General Chemical and Biological Defense (CBD) issues. I attended and participated in interagency committee meetings, seminars and test events focused on medical countermeasures of the CBD programs. Lead other medical projects and/or programs, including coordinating and managing resources, monitoring schedule and capability performance, and assessing costs, work performance through test and evaluation. Provided scientific support in medical projects in one or more of the following areas: product development, manufacturing, clinical or nonclinical testing, regulatory, licensure and acquisition for Defense Department of Defense Enterprise. Provided scientific and program management expertise to identify, addressed and coordinated capability needs, implemented long and short-range goals and courses of action to achieve medical countermeasures against biological and chemical weapons.
CBRN Policy Analyst
E-volve Technology Systems Inc.
Oxon Hill, MD
09.2010 - 02.2011
- Task ended due to unavailability of funds. Reviewed plans, policies, and reports at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Prepared and updated standard operating procedures, planning documents, memorandum of agreement, and employer handbooks. Worked as science advisor on CBRNE issues. Established the laboratory intensive equipment, ran analyses of overseas products, and validated the results.
National Intelligence Officer to the Department of Energy
Computer Science Corp.
Germantown, MD
10.2010 - 11.2010
- Task ended due to unavailability of funds. Project Activities Classified
Company Safety Representative
United States Army
Edgewood Arsenal, MD
04.2010 - 10.2010
- Coordinated with Safety Officer under 22nd Chemical Battalion to implement safety measures in alignment with 20th Support Command’s policies and regulations.
CBRN Operation Specialist
CBRN Operation Specialist
Edgewood Arsenal, MD
09.2009 - 10.2010
- Organized and conducted CBRN operations with highly specialized, rapid-deployable teams worldwide; facilitated no-notice missions to mitigate and render weapons of mass destruction (WMD) safely. Assisted in establishing CBRN defense measures and trained staff on proper use and maintenance of equipment. Operated and maintained CBRN detection and decontamination equipment. I planned, designed, and built a mobile laboratory tailored to meet field tasks and operations of Charlie Company.
Chemical Operations Specialist/CBRN Specialist: Decontamination
Chemical Operations Specialist/CBRN Specialist: Decontamination
Fort Bragg, NC
01.2008 - 08.2009
- Planned, employed, and coordinated CBRN defense systems in support of arms operations, including CBRN reconnaissance systems, biological agent identification detection systems (BIDS), obscurant systems, and decontamination systems. Initiated, planned, and executed Detailed Troop Decontamination Operations (DTD) and trained associates on operations. Conducted CBRN threat assessments and vulnerability analysis; identified and mitigated risks while maintaining comprehensive documentation. Performed sensitive site assessments and CBRN reconnaissance/decontamination. Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on light and heavy equipment valued at $900K. I was the Assistant Squad Leader, managed 3rd Platoon of chemical company. In this position, I played critical role in the development of non-structured standard operating procedures for four different teams under Charlie Company.
Basic Training and Advanced Individualized Training
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
07.2007 - 12.2007
Adjunct Associate Professor
City University of New York (CUNY) York College
Queens, NY
01.2007 - 07.2007
- Taught biology and physics to undergraduate and graduate students. This included supervising research, advising students on academic matters, establishing, and monitoring laboratories used by the students, lecturing, and grading assignments and examinations. One of the courses concerned most, major macromolecules and their inter-relationships with living systems.
Post-Doctoral Fellow
City University of New York (CUNY) – Research Foundation
Queens, NY
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Fellowship to conduct solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) experiments. Performed literature reviews, managed logistics, and prepared/assembled experimental probes for NMR experimentation. Performed measurements of diffusion of water in protein, Elastin, using NMR spectroscopy.
Research Scientist
University of Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Coordinated, designed, and executed numerous research projects in alignment with study protocols, lab processes, and Good Laboratory Practices Standard guidelines. Directed Group of Emeritus Prof. Gutte’s project. The team of 18 associates; monitored team performance to ensure timelines and project goals were met. Developed bioanalytical tools for dioxin detection through designed peptides (Dbp28). Produced monoclonal antibody anti-DDT for crystallization and binding studies. Generated custom peptide sequences through solid phase synthesis; established methods to process and store unstable synthesized peptides. Directed project steering committees to further investigate detection techniques and research potential use of protein data bank (PDA) for most effective binding peptide candidates.
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant – Institute of Biochemistry
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Aided undergraduate students and assisted students during experiments and lab sections. Prepared reagents and calibrated instruments. Restructured guidelines for simulation and wet lab, using systematic approach based on equipment availability and course structure.
Education
Ph.D. - Biochemistry
University of Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland01-2006
Master of Philosophy - Biochemistry
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana01-1998
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry with emphasis in Chemistry
01-1994
Skills
- Biodosimetry, Ionizing Radiation, Biomarker discovery, Health Physics and Low-Dose Radiation Joint Requirements Knowledge Management & Decision Support, Compliance and Monitoring
- Protein Biochemistry
- Emergency Response Management
- CBRN Documentation & Management
- Vaccine, Prophylactics and Therapeutic Development, Data Analysis & Reporting
- Interagency Collaborations
- Clinical Regulatory Review
- Defense Acquisition
- Experimental Design
- Chemical/Biological weapon Exploitation and Assessment
- Joint Staff Training Development
- Resource Management
- Project Management Test data Verification and Validation Source Selection, Program Execution, Closeout and Transition
- Protein/Peptide Purification
- HPLC
- Protein Characterization
- Gel & Capillary Electrophoresis
- ELISA Sample Quantitation
- Crystallization Assays
- Chemical Analysis
- Amino Acid Analysis, Spectroscopy (IR, SE, IE CD, UV, Raman, MS and NMR)
- Molecular and Cell Biology
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Lyophilization
- Gene Transfer & Amplification (Scalable)
Affiliations
Member, Chemical Corps Regimental Association, U.S.A.
Timeline
Technical Science, Engineering, and Technology Advisor @ IARPA
Bluemont Technology & Research Inc.
07.2022 - Current
SME Biochemist, DHS SSD @ T&E
Mayvin Inc.
03.2021 - 07.2022
Chemical Warfare SME, at DTRA (J9-CXQ)
Universal Solutions International
08.2019 - 03.2021
Medical Requirements Integrator at Pentagon, J8
Battelle Memorial Institute
11.2011 - 06.2019
Medical Requirements Integrator at Pentagon, J8
Digital Intelligence Systems Corp.
03.2011 - 11.2011
National Intelligence Officer to the Department of Energy
Computer Science Corp.
10.2010 - 11.2010
CBRN Policy Analyst
E-volve Technology Systems Inc.
09.2010 - 02.2011
Company Safety Representative
United States Army
04.2010 - 10.2010
CBRN Operation Specialist
CBRN Operation Specialist
09.2009 - 10.2010
Chemical Operations Specialist/CBRN Specialist: Decontamination
Chemical Operations Specialist/CBRN Specialist: Decontamination
01.2008 - 08.2009
Basic Training and Advanced Individualized Training
07.2007 - 12.2007
Adjunct Associate Professor
City University of New York (CUNY) York College
01.2007 - 07.2007
Post-Doctoral Fellow
City University of New York (CUNY) – Research Foundation
01.2006 - 01.2007
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant – Institute of Biochemistry
01.2002 - 01.2005
Research Scientist
University of Zurich
01.2000 - 01.2006
Master of Philosophy - Biochemistry
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry with emphasis in Chemistry
Ph.D. - Biochemistry
University of Zurich
Publication
“High Resolution q-Space Imaging Studies of Water in Elastin.” (2007) Biopolymer, Volume 87. No. 5-6.
Training
- Didactic Workshop in Biochemistry Laboratory Courses, Zurich, Switzerland
- Management Strategy Seminar, Zurich, Switzerland
- German language course at Alpha SprachStudio Ag., Zurich, Switzerland
- Basic Combat Training, Fort Leonard Wood, MO
- Individual Advance Training (US Army Chemical School), Fort Leonard Wood, MO
- Toxic Agent Training (U.S. Army Chemical School, Fort Leonard Wood, MO
- Warfighter Hazmat First Responder Course, Fort Bragg, NC
- OSHA Hazardous Material Awareness Certified, Fort Bragg, NC
- OSHA Hazardous Material Operation Certified, Fort Bragg, NC
- Combat LifeSaver Course, Fort Bragg, NC
- Joint Effects Models (JEM), Fort Bragg, NC
- Project Management Professional, Martinsburg Institute, WV
- CBRN Detection, Sampling, Decontamination, Technical Escort School, Fort Leonard Wood, MO
- Hazardous Materials Technician, Certified, Fort Leonard Wood, MO
- CBRN Response Training, Center for National Response, WV
- Advanced Chemical Biological Course, Edgewood, MD
- Defense Acquisition University at Virginia: Logistics, Testing and Acquisition Processes, VA
- Super forecasting Training - - Goodjudgement.com
Awards
- Army Achievement Medal
- National Defense Service Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon