Project Manager

We are seeking a Project 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.  

• Determine technology transfer requirements for outgoing and incoming agreements:
• Work directly with VRC Principal Investigators (PIs) and scientific staff to determine technology transfer requirements and based on this information, originate and draft agreements from templates, including but not limited to:
  • Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs).
  • Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs).
  • Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs).
• In collaboration with VRC scientists, prepare and edit research plans for collaboration and other technology transfer agreements (e.g., cooperative research and development agreements, research collaboration agreements, clinical trial agreements)
• Review incoming technology transfer agreements to determine suitability for intended purpose and adherence to US government statutes and policies.
• Facilitate receipt of external funds to support VRC programs with the NIH gift mechanism by preparing and submitting gift documentation.
• Prepare international export permits for controlled materials.
• Coordinate with VRC Pharmacovigilance team to adequately document Pharmacovigilance reporting requirements for external transfers of clinical material.
• Organize and manage VRC employee inventions, including initial invention submissions and responses, and documenting contributions to intellectual property filed by external organizations.
• Provide guidance and support to VRC Principal Investigators (PI):
  • Prepare and conduct PI portfolio reviews.
  • Advise PIs on NIH technology transfer policies and regulations.
  • Attend VRC meetings and seminars, be current on VRC publications and non-VRC literature.
• Primary point of contact for VRC agreements:
  • Organize, prioritize and track VRC agreements, for example, routing for signature, expirations; requires keeping up to date on VRC research programs and PI priorities.
• Communicate with VRC laboratory scientists and external collaborators, including academia and industry.

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or with major study in the biological sciences (This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience drafting employee invention reports in compliance with federal template standards.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in laboratory research in the biological sciences and at least 3 years of experience of work managing technology transfer agreements for NIH.
• Experience in writing scientific experimental plans.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Experience in evaluating metrics and preparing presentations.
• Experience with processing gifts.

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, push or pull less than 25 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands.
• Will be required to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 min., bend repeatedly, and climb.
• Must have depth perception, correctable near vision, be able to distinguish basic colors, and perform repetitive activities.
• Ability to work alone and closely with others, work on ladders or scaffolding, work with hands in water, and work with solvents.
• Will be required to be in contact with laser in instrument.
• Will be in contact with corrosive substances, inorganic dust and powders, heavy metals, plastics, solvents, and sensitizing agents.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, safety shoes, 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.