Scientific Program Analyst

We are currently searching for a Scientific Program Analyst with Program Analyst-type qualifications, to work with CGH staff, grantees, and other NCI research programs and participate in the activities of the CGH Research and Training Branch. The Program Analyst support will include organizing collaborative workgroups and organizing activities for grantees, conducting data analyses, and producing materials and resources for the purposes of building consortium activities and disseminating information to the research community. The Program Analyst support help in the conduct program reviews of CGH-led research and training grant programs. This opportunity is full-time, and it is on site in Rockville, MD.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate the performance of the organization.
• Organize and coordinate program activities; develop agendas, meetings, background materials and minutes.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize scientific information related to systems biology, genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics, and structural biology initiatives.
• Organize and maintain a repository of resources, including minutes, reports, spreadsheets and web pages related to the program.
• Organize and analyze reports in a scientific area as assigned.
• Participate with NIAID/DMID Systems Biology and Genomics Program Staff and DMID staff in development of new proposed initiatives in genomics, systems biology, bioinformatics, and structural biology.
• Research and evaluate the operation of the organization's scientific programs.
• Work with staff on existing projects and/or the development, initiation and execution of new project initiatives.
• Work with staff on the concept development, planning, execution and support of all project-related activities.
• Organize and maintain project documentation and communications; track project progress using project management tools.
• Review and proofread programmatic documents describing scientific and management issues and policies related to their designated program.
• Track action items and tasks, provide deadline reminders to Program staff; maintain spreadsheets of relevant information.
• Request information from and provide responses to principal investigators program staff and others on scientific and programmatic issues.
• Conduct literature searches in PubMed, Web of Science and other information sources; build references using bibliographic software.
• Conduct search for material for a specific programmatic need, using a database to search for material in many cases.
• Read, interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.
• Create scientific search criteria for locating scientific, program and related information on the internet and other means, including literature and database searches.
• Prepare scientific and programmatic presentation materials such as tables, graphs, slides, abstracts, posters and overheads by assimilating and mastering the scientific data and programmatic context for use at presentations and meetings.
• Analyze and develop presentations consisting of data from progress reports to be used by Program staff and at meetings in the overall analysis of Program progress.
• Conduct searches for material for a specific programmatic need and/or presentation; use a database to search for material as necessary.
• Organize existing slides/presentations/talking points into a functional database/library.
• Design, develop and, maintain databases, Listservs, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and other computer applications.
• Collect, read, interpret, analyze, and condense material from a variety of sources and prepare reports of data analysis for presentation.
• Prepare presentation materials such as handouts, meeting materials, slide presentations, and background/supplemental documents, spreadsheets, charts and graphs for conferences, committee, meetings, workshops and group updates.
• Attend meetings, training, and conferences in support of program initiatives.
• Perform logistical planning for various scientific meetings, conference calls, symposia, lectures, workshops and special projects.
• Identify, assess, draft, edit, revise and assemble necessary background materials.
• Work with staff to identify key issues and track action items and tasks, providing deadline reminders to Program staff and update and maintain spreadsheets of relevant information.
• Represent the Program at local and national meetings; deliver presentations and posters; disseminate details of the Program and collect information of value to the Program goals.
• Draft, review and proofread programmatic documents, such as conference agendas, meeting agendas, letters to presenters, participant lists, handouts, emails, thank you letters and reports.
• Provide project management support for large and/or complex projects with internal and external stakeholders and other project participants
• Analyze and develop presentations consisting of data from grantee progress reports to be used by Program staff and at grantee meetings in the overall analysis of Program progress
• Lead efforts to improve the Branch website so that it can better meet the use and the goals of the communications plan.
• Lead efforts to improve database tools and other programs by coordinating and hosting meetings with database stakeholders.
• Analyze program activities, via internal systems and/or NIH systems, to identify issues and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Organize, analyze, and write project reports, scientific papers and present reports in scientific areas, based on results and findings.
• Obtain information and data; review and summarize materials and data; gather and coordinate information for review; conduct data entry and file maintenance; edit and/or prepare text, data and charts.

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Requirements

• Master’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline
• 1-2 years’ experience in related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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What you’ll get…

• Time Off! Flexible schedules and company paid holidays allow you to take the time you need.
• Investment in YOU! 401(K) company contributions are yours to keep with no waiting period.
• Choices! Unique healthcare plans to choose from with options like fertility and orthodontia benefits.
• Discovery! With our tuition assistance and training programs, we support your career advancement.
• Tax Savings! Enroll in pre-tax Health or Dependent Care Flexible Spending, HSA with company contributions, parking, and/or transit commuter benefits.
• Support! Working parents and busy professionals – we’ve got you covered with a supportive culture, confidential Employee Assistance Program and a membership to Care.com.
• Perks! Employee discounts, peer recognition programs, company-wide wellness challenges, and fun community events.
• A Voice! A unique culture where you can influence decisions and have your voice heard.

 

 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.