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.  

• Write recommendation memos, position descriptions, and other documents for scientific, technical, and administrative staff.
• Develop strategies to address recruitment, retention, and workforce challenges for mission-critical positions.
• Provide guidance to senior and program level leadership on personnel policies, procedures, and federal requirements.
• Track, interpret, and implement new federal directives and executive orders affecting workforce policy and operations.
• Prepare briefing materials and complex scientific summaries on a broad range of diseases and research areas for various purposes and audiences.
• Develop scientific and technical materials regarding NIAID research programs, activities, accomplishments, and program priorities.
• Review, edit, and provide recommendations on materials prepared by other NIAID staff.
• Develop and deliver training sessions/modules, comprehensive resources, job aids, and other reference materials/tools to support administrative operations and business practices.
• Draft, review, and provide guidance on award nominations for staff and program recognition.
• Manage, review, and provide quality assurance for Title 42, Title 5, and SBRBPAS recruitment, appointments, conversions, and pay adjustments packages.
• Serve as Executive Secretary for senior-level recruitment for extramural divisions and the Office of the Director.
• Manage and review cases submitted to the NIAID Pay Board (chaired by the NIAID Deputy Director and comprised of NIAID Division Directors/Office Heads).
• Support rapid-turnaround analysis and special projects requiring personnel or workforce data.
• Provide continuous guidance and consultation to managers and leadership throughout personnel processes.
• Evaluate personnel action tracking systems, databases, and workflows to identify inefficiencies or gaps.
• Recommend and support modernization, automation, or process-improvement solutions to enhance personnel operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of related experience.
• Experience with recruitment, retention, and providing strategies for workforce challenges.
• Experience providing guidance on policies, procedures, and federal requirements.
• Experience reviewing, tracking, and implementing policies and operations.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

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 work closely with others.

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.