Scientific Program Manager

Bethesda, MD, United States

Job Family :

Scientific Research & Analysis (Digital)

Travel Required :

Up to 25%

Clearance Required :

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do :

We are currently searching for a Scientific Program Manager. This role will independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services. This is a full-time opportunity located in Bethesda, MD.

Collaborate with staff on general scientific issues related to the NHLBI HIV/AIDS program with active participation in the research agendas.

Work with staff on the development and coordination of scientific initiatives, including Program Announcements (PAs), Requests for Applications (RFAs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

Support the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of scientific programs and activities.

Plan, initiate, monitor, and conduct administrative/portfolio analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of the program in meeting established goals.

Analyze and evaluate changes in program plans, objectives and funding and their effect on financial and programmatic milestones.

Perform analysis and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of programs.

Review short- and long-range planning proposals to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and mission.

Develop and implement comprehensive studies of performance measures to evaluate program productivity, develop metrics and milestones to assess progress of the program.

Advise the NHLBI AIDS Coordinator of unique conditions and issues which affect administrative functions.

Develop reports that identify/recommend changes in program direction and operation.

Review documentation for compliance with policy and procedures; oversee manuscript preparation; interpret instructions for adherence to format; organize manuscripts for review; collect data; provide summaries for analysis and interpretation.

Coordinate activities and data calls from the NHLBI Immediate Office of the Director (IOD), NHLBI Financial Management Branch (FMB), NHLBI Office of Grants Management (OGM), NIH Office of AIDS Research (OAR), Congress and the press.

Conduct literature reviews and online searches to examine the current state of HIV/AIDS-related heart, lung, blood, and sleep research and prepare reports summarizing and synthesizing the body of work.

Prepare, present, and disseminate information about advances in promising new approaches and developments in HIV/AIDS-related heart, lung, blood, and sleep disease prevention and treatment.

Arrange seminars and workshops to assess the current state-of-the science of disease prevention; facilitate collaborative efforts with NIH Institutes and Centers, and other governmental and non-governmental agencies.

Maintain and update the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program public and Intranet websites.

Keep current on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), NIH, NHLBI, and NIH OAR grants policies relevant to HIV/AIDS.

Develop administrative standard operating procedures for the program.

Work with staff on the preparation of scientific talks and presentations.

Assists in other NHLBI HIV/AIDS program-related activities.

Facilitate communication among the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Team, NHLBI staff, and NHLBI leadership by providing information about the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program and serving as a resource for general inquiries.

Facilitate communication with other ICs and the NIH OAR.

Prepare materials for meetings, including agendas and background materials.

Complete progress reports; flag potential issues; synthesize and summarize research findings, draft, and finalize top line reports and PowerPoint presentations.

Coordinate and disseminate information; provide status updates; prepare reports to NHLBI leadership and OAR.

Collaborate with staff on administrative tasks regarding the NHLBI HIV/AIDS budget.

Manage coding of HIV/AIDS grants (quarterly exercise required by the NIH OAR).

What You Will Need :

Ph.D. in a science-related discipline OR and additional Three (3) years of specialized experience PLUS a Master’s degree is equivalent to a Ph.D.

A minimum of TWO (2) years of related experience.

Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Strong interpersonal skills and a teamwork mind-set.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) and web-based applications.

Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

Previous NIH experience preferred.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Care.com annual membership

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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