Program Manager
Apply Job ID 40504 Date posted 06/12/2026Job Family:
Medical Data Analyst & Researcher
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
We are looking for a Program Manager to support day-to-day research operations, program execution, and scientific administration within the Division of Preclinical Innovation (DPI). This position is a full-time position located in Rockville, MD.
Provide operational oversight and tracking of DPI research projects, including:
Monthly status and budget reporting
Meeting-minute documentation
Presentation summary updates to internal and external stakeholders
Lead the compilation, analysis, and organization of scientific and program data, including data analysis support.
Develop internal and external communications such as reports, summaries, emails, and website content.
Develop periodic and special reports, procedures, and reference materials using internal and external information sources.
Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary research team meetings and functions.
Prepare briefing materials and summaries for meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Take, compile, organize, and edit comprehensive meeting notes and reports.
Plan, organize, and support technical meetings and consultations to advance scientific research initiatives.
Review short- and long-range planning proposals to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Collaborate with staff to plan and implement project-based activities, including:
Workshop planning
Resource evaluation
Communication strategy development
Report writing and editing
What You Will Need:
Bachelor’s degree.
A minimum of FIVE (5) years of experience in extensive administrative, program, and project support experience.
Experience supporting operational workflows such as purchasing, communications coordination, documentation compliance, and audit readiness.
Demonstrated program management and strategic operational leadership, including:
Cross-functional coordination
Timeline oversight
SOP development
Process improvement execution
Experience developing SOPs, communication resources, leadership briefings, and reports.
Proven stakeholder engagement and executive support experience.
Advanced documentation, presentation, and writing skills, including technical and executive communications.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Atlassian tools, Adobe tools, and/or federal administrative systems.
Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, manage multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail and compliance.
Strong collaboration, engagement, and professional communication skills across internal and external stakeholders.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Experience supporting scientific or research-focused programs.
Familiarity with federal research environments or Division of Preclinical Innovation (DPI)-type organizations.
Experience supporting multi-disciplinary research teams and scientific coordination efforts.
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
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