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USAJOBS · 1 day ago

Research Program Manager

The Defense Health Agency is seeking a Research Program Manager to oversee research projects at Fort Detrick and Silver Spring, MD. The role involves developing program roadmaps, conducting progress analyses, and managing stakeholder relationships to enhance operational efficiency in military healthcare.

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Responsibilities

Develop program roadmaps with milestones, oversee budgets, and ensure operational functionality of research projects
Conduct regular progress analysis and consulting to address challenges and achieve roadmap objectives
Develop and prioritize program roadmaps that align with Strategic Research Plans, integrating priorities such as mitigating program delays, costs overruns and other potential obstacles that arise during the research execution phase
Perform cost-benefit analyses, coordinate with analysts and subject-matter experts to support policy implementation
Collect and monitor program performance metrics to identify areas for improvement to recommend adjustments based on shifting priorities and resource availability
Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering partnerships to support research priorities and ensure effective communication across forums
Apply professional knowledge in strategic planning, organizational development, and policy formulation to enhance operational efficiency

Qualification

Research program managementStrategic planningPolicy formulationCost-benefit analysisStakeholder managementOrganizational developmentCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's or graduate (or higher level) degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service which includes analyzing research cost, schedule and performance data to provide recommendations; providing input on the progress of research toward products and medical solutions; assisting with program development to improve processes; developing, prioritizing and monitoring program roadmaps to support broad impact on military healthcare, medical readiness and policy; managing diverse research efforts that address interrelated medical, technical and financial considerations; evaluating the impact of technological developments to inform planning and solution delivery; exhibiting science and technology management expertise
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation
Approximately 10% travel may be required. Travel may involve local, and or overnight
Financial Disclosure Statement OGE Form 450 is required

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Company

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