Scientific Program Manager

We are seeking a Scientific Program Manager to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs. 

Our employees enjoy a collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.  

• Coordinate clinical protocol development, review and implementation for clinical studies being performed at NIHCC and International field sites.
• Monitor ongoing clinical studies, trails and operations.
• Review clinical documentation and protocols, provide suggestions to improve study designs and execution.
• Provide detailed reports for the Federal task leader upon request.
• Participate in site visits as needed.
• Evaluate, analyze and interpret research data, communicate results and methods in reports, presentations and manuscripts.
• Provide support and mentors other clinicians, physician assistants and clinical coordinators on projects. 
• Other duties as assigned.

• Work will be performed for up to 40 hours per week totaling 1,452 hours per 12 months (1,245 hours for the base period of 10 months and 9 days).
• Holds a medical degree from an accredited institution and maintains an active license to practice medicine.
• Maintain a medical license in good standing.
• Minimum of six (6) years of work experience is required.
• Maintain NIH Clinical Center privileges and access to NIHCC specific databases.
• Experience in human clinical study design and procedures for safely conducting malaria vaccine studies in African countries.
• Organize data into manuscripts, presents data at clinical and scientific related meetings.
• Able to obtain NIH credentialing.
• Knowledgeable in malaria vaccine clinical trial design and implementation.
• Able to communicate in writing, speaking, and presentation of data to various audiences.
• Knowledge of regulatory authorities for US and International as it pertains to the conduct of human clinical vaccine trials.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by a candidate to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to lift or carry less than 25 pounds and use both hands.
• Must have depth perception, correctable near vision, and can distinguish basic colors.
• Will be required to perform repetitive activities.
• Ability to work alone and closely with others.
• Will be required to work protracted or irregular hours.
• Will be in contact with human blood or other body fluids, Patients/human subjects, HIV-1, and HIV-2.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, lab coat and disposable dust/surgical mask.

Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

CAMRIS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families, FSAs, HSA, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal services, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and accident insurances, EAP, pet insurance, 401(k) with employer match and Roth option, tuition and professional reimbursement, public transportation support in the DMV area, a referral bonus program, vacation with tenure-based increases, PTO, 11 paid holidays, paid bonding leave, and paid supplemental short-term disability.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.