Senior Scientific Program Manager

We are seeking a Senior 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.  

• Provides programming and troubleshooting support to the Federal Government in the dissemination of research data.
• Performs computation on research data analysis.
• Works with staff on scientific programming and experimental design.
• Records observations and reports results at weekly laboratory meetings.
• Provides statistical support/analysis on research data.
• Provides research/service goals in the context of the laboratory’s overall mission.
• Evaluates new types of experimental approaches to protocols based on knowledge of scientific literature, available facilities, and research needs.
• Coordinates with the lab members in the use of scientific software applications, statistical software applications, and programmatic software applications.
• Serve as liaison for interdisciplinary collaborations with other research centers.
• Perform generation, processing, and analysis of large-scale genomics data sets for RNA-seq, WGS analysis, proteomics analysis, and single cell methods.
• Provide authoring, maintaining, and adaptation of customized computer software solutions for various scientific needs for validation of high throughput assay platform data, data file conversion and reformatting, file system search strategies, and customized R package for host / parasite functional genomics.
• Perform generation of custom software for algorithmic approaches to decipher complex scientific data.
• Provide lab members with advice on statistics, study design, data analysis, and figure generation.
• Assist with scientific manuscripts through statistical analysis, data visualization, generation of figures, and contributing to manuscript content.
• Provide interface with scientific LIMS data systems – DFexplore and Freezerworks.
• Provide interface with clinical teams to assist with analyzing CRFs for mistakes and data inconsistencies, track metrics of ongoing studies, and collation with signoff on final cleaned datasets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field with at least five (5) years of specialized experience in maintaining scientific programs, analyzing complex data sets.
• Solid understanding of analytical techniques associated with whole genome sequences, microarray data or sequencing, and proteomics data.
• In-depth knowledge of public biological sequence databases:
  • Fluency with Perl and R.
  • Good programming skills in at least one OO language: Python, Ruby, Java, C#.
  • Experience with a mainstream RDBMS: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL or SQL Server -Previous experience with analysis of datasets from human malaria studies.
• Familiarity with systems biology data and tool integration platforms is highly desirable.
• An interest in data management systems, data mining and/or semantic web is valuable, and experience with studies of human malaria is highly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal 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 lift or carry less than 25 pounds, lift or carry 25 – 50 pounds, push or pull less than 25 pounds, push or pull 25 – 45 pounds, reach above shoulder level, and use both hands.
• Will be required to stand or walk more than 25 of 30 min., and bend repeatedly.
• Must have depth perception, have correctable near vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, and perform repetitive activities.
• Ability to work alone and closely with others, work protracted or irregular hours, work on slippery or uneven working surfaces, and work with hands in water.
• Will be required to be in contact with human blood or other body fluids.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, and lab coat.

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.