Scientific Program Manager - NIH, Bethesda, MD

Company: Kelly
Location: Bethesda
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with the leading medical research center in the world. We are seeking an individual to work as a Scientific Program Manager--at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. This is a long-term contract position which offers: - Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package - Optional health, vision, and dental plans - Vacation leave as well as 10 paid federal holidays and 401K plan. - Access to NIH's unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives. *TASKS/SERVICES*. The contractor shall: 1.Collaborate with staff in the NHLBI IOD and other NHLBI Divisions and Offices 2.Provide analyses, options, and/or recommendations or other information that reflect sound and supported judgment, accounting of relevant assumptions, and an understanding of the NHLBI and NIH missions and goals 3.Communicate orally and in writing in a clear, accurate, organized and concise manner 4.Interpret and provide timely summaries of relevant clinical and scientific information, as well as policies related to the areas of responsibility 5.Gather relevant information from NHLBI Divisions and Centers and other sources (e.g., to contribute to drafting guidance, policies, and procedures) 6.Assist in preparing, and providing substantive, timely, and constructive commentary on, materials developed for submittal to NHLBI and NIH leadership and DHHS officials, as well as for dissemination to health professionals, patients, and the public 7.Provide knowledge and insight in committees, teams, and/or other groups assembled to contribute to or help accomplish the mission and goals of the NHLBI and NIH. 8.Clearly and succinctly identify key issues, problems, different perspectives and relative pros and cons for issues and proposed approaches under consideration as part of NHLBI efforts to advance the missions and goals of the Institute and NIH 9.When federal workers are not available; attend meetings, workshops, seminars, in NHLBI relevant topics. Provide Federal Task Leader and other staff a summary of relevant proceedings in writing and/or orally, at staff meetings or in other venues as necessary for the work of NHLBI. 10.Proactively identify and follow up on important data, developments, action items, and is- sues relevant to assignments and timely completion of tasks 11.Engage colleagues and the supervisor on topics/assignments, and proactively identify new topics and strategies relevant to achieving the goals in support of the NHLBI 12.Develop requests for Information from NHLBI customers and collect, analyze, and summarize responses 13.Develop and distribute meeting materials, including agendas, slides, background articles, and other relevant documents. 14.Support efforts of the Chief Science Advisor team to provide support to the NIH-Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) collaboration to cure sickle cell disease and HIV. A major focus of this collaboration is the development of gene-based strategies to cure Sickle Cell Disease, including technologies for in vivo gene editing of hematopoietic stem cells. 15.Support efforts of the Chief Science Advisor in leading the Institute's COVID-19 activities. 16.Assist in the management and tracking of the various workstreams (clinical trials; NHLBI network of networks; CONNECTS); longitudinal studies and NHLBI co-hort of cohorts; community engagement activities; and development of a patient diagnostic and referral core and registry, analytical platform, and data and bio- specimen repositories. *REQUIREMENTS.* The contractor must have: 1.Ph.D. in biomedical or life sciences or related field. Three (3) years of specialized experience plus a Master's degree is equivalent to a Ph.D. Five (5) years of specialized experience plus a Bachelor's degree is equivalent to a Ph.D. 2.Minimum five (5) years' experience in a relevant biomedical science field. 3.Knowledge of the NIH peer review process and the clinical trials research process 4.Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the internet 5.Strong communication skills, both oral and written 6.Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills 7.Ability to exercise initiative and work independently 8.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters diplomatically and discreetly *PLEASE APPLY ONLINE* When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time. Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren't contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network. All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further. As a specialty talent company, Kelly is committed to doing the right thing for our talent and clients. We stand up for equity, inclusion, fair treatment, and opportunity for all as these build the foundation of our Talent Promise. With a focus on safety, value, well-being, investment, and opportunity, Kelly's Talent Promise confirms our commitment to those in search of a better way to work and live and to help discover what's next. It is obvious things are different than they were just a few months ago. Kelly is at the forefront of ensuring the safety of our employees in this new working environment. Be well and stay strong. Why Kelly--? Looking to connect with premier government agencies or the top 25 federal government contractors? Kelly-- Government offers a variety of full-time, project (SOW), seasonal, and surge support opportunities in science, engineering, technical, professional, and administrative support roles. Our experts will find you the opportunity that fits your schedule and interests and handle the details of transferring and processing all levels of security clearances. It's just another way we make the job search work for you. About Kelly-- Kelly connects talented people to companies in need of their skills in areas including Science, Engineering, Education, Office, Contact Center, Light Industrial, and more. We're always thinking about what's next in the evolving world of work, and we help people ditch the script on old ways of thinking and embrace the value of all workstyles in the workplace. We directly employ nearly 500,000 people around the world, and we connect thousands more with work through our global network of talent suppliers and partners in our outsourcing and consulting practice. Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity [Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.](https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)]]

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