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Global Solutions Network, Inc. · 3 days ago

Project Manager (Global Research) - NIH

Rockville, MD, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$75K/yr - $120K/yr

2+ years exp

Global Solutions Network (GSN) is a federal government contracting firm supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Project Manager will facilitate regional portfolio activities, provide subject matter expertise, and coordinate with government agencies to enhance international research programs.

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Responsibilities

Facilitate Regional Portfolio Activities

Partner with Office of Global Research (OGR) Regional Officers to develop and implement region-specific research initiatives

Act as a backup for program staff, ensuring continuity of activities related to regional portfolios during absences or high-demand periods

Assist in managing research resources, overseeing technical administration, and evaluating programmatic aspects of funded grants and other activities

Independently use electronic databases (e.g., NIH RePORTER, PubMed) to conduct thorough programmatic analyses based on specific parameters

Summarize findings, draw actionable conclusions, and provide well-founded recommendations to advise program staff on program-related issues

Provide Subject Matter Expertise

Analyze data on the prevalence of infectious diseases worldwide, creating reports that highlight trends, risk factors, and predictive models

Offer in-depth knowledge on NIAID international data, NIAID international funding data, the Global Research Affairs Database System, and the Foreign Award and Component Tracking System, and Query, View, Report System

Provide guidance and support to staff and stakeholders on the use and interpretation of these systems

Provide assessments for quality improvements to international data and tracking systems

Liaise with Government Agencies and Foreign Officials

Coordinate and support OGR programmatic activities with HHS, CDC, other U.S. Government agencies, foreign officials, and institutions

Foster strong working relationships to facilitate collaboration and information sharing

Conduct Evaluations of International Research Programs

Develop and conduct thorough evaluations of international research programs, using established methodologies

Prepare final reports and presentations of results, highlighting key findings and recommendations for improvement

Assist with implementation and management of processes designed to enhance health research security

Organize and Coordinate Cross-Cutting NIAID International Activities

Assist in organizing and coordinating activities that span multiple regions and research areas, ensuring alignment with NIAID’s strategic goals

Prepare in-depth analyses and briefings on the impact of various factors on international health research security, human safety, healthcare, and biosafety, and their impact on national security and diplomatic efforts

Facilitate NIAID and OGR Clearance

Draft and coordinate clearance of documentation related to OGR, NIAID, and global research initiatives

Coordinate reporting and track all activities through the upkeep of dedicated SharePoint or other applicable sites

Ensure electronic communications are appropriately cleared and disseminated to relevant parties in a timely manner

Support and Coordinate Meetings, Working Groups, and Committees

Assist in scheduling, planning, and attending meetings discussing a wide-range of research, administrative, and technical topics related to the activities of OGR and NIAID, ensuring all logistical details are managed efficiently

Schedule presenters, send meeting invitations, maintain participant lists, develop detailed agendas, track metrics and action items, and prepare comprehensive meeting minutes

Provide detailed written and oral reports summarizing key points and action items

Ensure all written materials adhere to OGR standards and require only minimal review before dissemination

Perform Secretariat Functions for Bi-Lateral Agreement Programs

Coordinate and arrange meetings and workshops, ensuring all logistical and administrative details are handled

Synthesize annual reports, providing clear and concise summaries of key findings and outcomes

Serve as a rapporteur, accurately documenting discussions and decisions made during meetings, and maintaining electronic records

Prepare Various Written Materials

Produce high-quality reports, meeting minutes, summaries, analyses, background materials, position papers, talking points, briefing documents, and other materials to support NIAID’s global health activities

Ensure all written products are derived from comprehensive data and information analysis to support decision-making processes and developed using thorough analytical skills and require only minimal revision

Facilitate the internal clearance process for all documents, ensuring timely approval and dissemination

Prepare PowerPoint Presentations

Develop high-quality, visually appealing slides that adhere to NIAID standards

Synthesize complex information into clear, concise, and engaging presentations for program staff and senior NIAID officials

Draft Correspondence and Agreements

Prepare a variety of correspondence, agreements, and science-related documents for signature by appropriate officials, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant guidelines

Identify Efficiency Improvements

Proactively identify and suggest ideas for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of office programs, procedures, and operations

Attend and Report on Meetings

Attend meetings discussing a wide range of research, administrative, and technical topics related to the activities of OGR and NIAID

Provide detailed written and oral reports to OGR staff, summarizing key points and action items

Qualification

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft PowerPointAnalytical skillsResearch resource managementNIH familiarityInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationOral communicationAttention to detailIndependent work

Required

BS degree is required

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, software products required

Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint is required

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required

Excellent analytical skills with a high-level of attention to detail are required

Ability to work independently to produce high-quality products and manage processes from start to finish with minimal revisions

Expertise with the management of research resources including technical administration and programmatic evaluation of grants

Expertise conducting analyses to draw sound, accurate conclusions from information and data

Exhibit a high-level of attention to detail that is represented in all work products and possess analytical skills to draw sound, accurate conclusions from information and data