The Independent Peer Reviewer will review the draft Navy Comprehensive Review Report, including the Technical Addendum prepared by the Navy, the UARC Comprehensive Review White Paper, and any other relevant documentation provided
Following the documentation review, the Independent Peer Reviewer compiles a list of discussion items that need further explanation or require additional supporting information and/or clarification
After the UARC’s follow-up responses are received and analyzed, the Independent Peer Reviewer generates a list of items (agenda) for discussion and review during a site visit to the UARC
During the reviewer’s site visit, the reviewer meets UARC management, technical, and administrative staff as necessary for detailed discussions, facility tours, and adjudicates all areas of question
The Independent Peer Reviewer prepares a final report summarizing the findings of their documentation review and site visit

Minimum of 30 years' experience culminating in a leadership role at a major educational institution or Assistant Secretary or Under Secretary level of a DoD technical office supporting research and development, procurement, and support
Expertise in the applicable scientific and technical fields, and detailed understanding of the areas of warfare supported by the Navy UARCs
Demonstrated broad understanding of the DoD UARC model, UARC operations, and Government strategic requirements that are particular to DoD UARCs
Demonstrated commitment to high integrity and quality, and to insightful, fair, and impartial reviews
Absence of any conflict of interest for the UARC to be reviewed and specific Government programs involved
Understanding of applicable security and proprietary considerations and ability to meet security requirements required to conduct an in-depth review
Willingness to sign a conflict-of-interest and confidentiality agreement that protects the UARC’s and Government’s classified, controlled unclassified, proprietary, and other sensitive information

Comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits

Functional Consultant

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