GAP Solutions, Inc. · 18 hours ago
Project Manager (49944)
National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Rockville Campus - Rockville, MD 20852
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGAP Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the functions of the OD/OSMO/OGR. The role involves facilitating regional portfolio activities, managing research resources, and providing subject matter expertise in public health initiatives.
Management Consulting
Responsibilities
Facilitate Regional Portfolio Activities: Partner with 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 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
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
Ability to work independently produce high-quality products and manage processes from start to finish with minimal revisions
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required
Excellent analytical skills with a high-level of attention to detail are required
Ability to synthesize reports to extract information relevant to a project, topic of interest, or purpose
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
Preferred
MS or MPH is preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience preferred
Familiarity with NIH and biomedical research supported by the U.S. Government is highly desirable
Ability to work independently, multitask, and pay close attention to detail
Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills
Ability and willingness to work on a team, excellent customer relations
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or other equivalent software suites
Company
GAP Solutions, Inc.
GAP Solutions, Inc.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-12-06Acquired
Leadership Team
NICK GISMONDI
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2023-12-21
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