Scientific Program Manager - CAMRIS

We are seeking a 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, diverse 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 diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.  

• Manage a portfolio that contains the discovery, development and life cycle management of candidate influenza vaccine products.
• Provide program management support for discovery, pre-clinical and clinical product development activities, partnering with external collaborators as well as internal groups.
• Perform scientific and administrative reviews and analyses of applications/proposals from a programmatic viewpoint.
• Coordinate with NIAID staff to facilitate grantees/contractors' submission of applications and proposals.
• Support execution of program plans and facilitate connections between a number of cross-functional areas within NIAID and with other USG agencies. As such prior project management experience with the process and stages of vaccine product development from discovery/pre-clinical moving toward clinical testing is a desired skill.
• Provide support for strategic development plans, nonclinical study conduct, and recommendations for logistical coordination of nonclinical studies with clinical trials.
• Ensure that all the nonclinical studies being performed are done in a manner that will be acceptable to the FDA and can be used to support product licensure.
• Collaborate with the Section Chief and NIAID leadership to identify influenza vaccine research needs and opportunities to achieve an innovative, integrated, and responsive research program.
• Closely monitor and stay informed of relevant national and international research efforts, programs and policies relevant to the development of influenza vaccines.
• Provide facilitation organization, help conduct and/or participate in workshops, conferences, site visits, and staff meetings; present and discuss research-related projects and information.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Branch and Division staff and NIAID and USG Offices.
• Provide effective communication and problem-solving skills in working with other Branch, Division, and NIAID components, other ICs, and other DHHS agency staff and academic and
  industrial organizations.
• Provide scientific review of pre-clinical and clinical protocols with a focus on respiratory pathogens, particularly influenza vaccines.

• Ph.D.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience is required.
• Experience with viral vaccines and/or product development
• Strong relationship building, communications and management skills.
• Experience managing research projects and/or programs.
• Strong oral and technical writing capability.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. 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.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

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.