Scientific Program Manager

Job Family:

Administrative Services (Digital)

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

• Provide support based on an in-depth knowledge of the subject matter, writes and edits recommendation memos and other justification documents for scientific positions.

• Produce work products articulate, interpret, and explain complex research findings using plain language. The products are typically intended for viewing by general audiences, both scientific and administrative.

• Assist and collaborate with NIH scientific and administrative leadership on policy interpretation and implementation.

• Provide work products and documents related to providing recommendations guidance on Title42 and policies, procedures, and requirements at meetings with senior level and program level managers, and via telephone and email.

• Provide coverage of case work for Case Development Specialists as needed, such as supporting personnel packages.

• Prepare a wide variety of briefing materials and complex scientific summaries on a broad range of diseases and research areas.

• Develop specialized materials such as reports and memos covering highly complex subject matter areas for various purposes and audiences.

• Provide advice and conduct reviews for accuracy of multiple materials prepared by other DIR division staff.

• Develop scientific and technical materials regarding DIRs research programs and activities as well as scientific accomplishments.

• Provide support to committee management teams as needed.

• Perform business analysis of personnel action tracking tools and determine next steps.

• Identify tools/software to improve operations.

• Draft and review award nominations and related documents.

• Draft and review salary benchmarks in support of T42, T38 and SBRS appointments, conversions, and pay adjustments and related documents.

• Review Livelink workflows to provide quality assurance for appointments, conversions, and pay adjustments.

What You Will Need:

• Master's Degree - minimum education required

• 6+ years of relevant professional experience

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience with developing policies and guidelines pertaining is a plus.

• Experience working at the NIH and understanding of various pay models is a plus (T42, T5, T38).

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

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

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