Scientific Project Manager

Work Location IC: NIDA Street: 11601 Landsdown St Bldg: 11601 Room: 08C67 City: North Bethesda State & Zip: MD 20852 Work Hours Weekly Hours: FT: 30-40 hours per week # Of Hours 40 Position Requirements Overall Position Summary and Objectives Under this task order, the contractor will independently provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services. Min Education Master's Resume Max Pages 3 Additional Qualifications Certifications & Licenses Two (2) years' of experience in Biology or other related field Documented leadership role in conducting and/or managing epidemiologic research Field of Study Health and Medical Administrative Services Software Microsoft MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) Stata SAS Mplus R Skills Documented leadership role in conducting and/or managing epidemiologic research with a focus on health measures and biospecimen collection. In-depth knowledge of the epidemiology of tobacco use, as well as the current state-of-the- science of the field. Experience in health measures and biomarker analysis related to tobacco use and collection and proper handling and processing of health measures and biospecimen samples. Publication record commensurate with experience. Strong communications skills, both oral and written. Statement of Work Details Develops and assists staff implement policies and procedures related to the organization's scientific programs. Design and support analysis of questionnaires, surveys, protocols, informed consent documents, training manuals, standard operating procedures SOPs and database management systems Provide epidemiologic leadership and technical expertise for the PATH Study Team at NIDA, including but not limited to study design, methods and collection of questionnaire data, health measures, and biological samples, handling, processing and analyzing biomarker data, and statistical and analytic research methods pertaining to biomarker of tobacco exposure and/or harm 1 Participate in and contribute to different aspects of the PATH Study Team through study planning, decision-making, problem-solving and strategic analysis 2 Provide leadership on behalf of the NIDA PATH Study Team on data analyses and analytical reports and manuscripts, particularly those related to biomarkers and health measures 3 Collects, analyzes and creates scientific program information. Create both internal and external materials in the form of reports, summaries, emails, website content, video scripts, newsletters and social media Develop periodic and special reports and procedures; search records and files, the internet, background materials and precedent references 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 Analyze, interpret, communicate and document epidemiologic data and results Communicate research findings; disseminate public information; respond to relevant inquiries Conduct relevant literature reviews and collaborate on relevant research publications Coordinates workshops and reports their outcomes. Prepare for a variety of information exchanges with public and private sector science colleagues working on research, programs, and policy related to research program priorities Attend review, scientific, in-house and various other meetings; provide minutes reports and self-directed analysis when requested Attend committees and report relevant programmatic and scientific information to Institute leadership Develop outreach strategies, including determination of conferences that should be attended, plans for press coverage, and other outreach activities Plan, organize and participate in technical meetings and consultations that convene diverse experts to advance key issues in scientific research Perform first pass reading, tracking and evaluation of deliverables; coordinate materials and background information for advisory board meetings; prepare and distribute briefing packets for staff Evaluates current scientific programs and determines if changes need to be made. Identify gaps in existing scientific knowledge and provide recommendations for future research efforts Analyze the scientific merit and the adequacy of current and projected research programs Assists with analyzing current scientific programs and developing and proposing new initiatives. Advise senior project staff on scientific progress and study decisions Collaborates with management and prepares reports to keep them updated on new and ongoing programs and activities. Provide advice to upper-level management on the latest published research findings and trends Collaborate with upper-level management staff on contract management activities associated with the program Coordinates staff responsible for developing, installing and maintaining scientific programs. Identify areas for collaboration within the division and independently implement said projects Analyzes current policies and procedures and suggests and develops improvements. Prepare summaries and reports for staff review Analyze program activities to identify issues and develop recommendations for improvement Meet with staff on a regular basis to provide oral reports on the status of on-going projects and to receive new assignments Perform ongoing analysis of published research and the alignment of the basic research portfolio Assists in preparing and developing future strategic plans. Manage and proposed research plans, short and long-term goals and objects for research projects via development and tracking of project work plans Provide analyses of scientific planning, evaluation, and/or policy questions or proposals for consideration by staff Prepares and provides educational materials to staff. Work with staff and awardee staff to plan and execute communications and training programs related to the data science programs Works closely with management to develop new initiatives that further scientific research. Provide recommendations and guidance on planned related analyses Discuss directions and developing areas with leading authorities Facilitate communication and collaborative efforts with other NIH Institutes and Department agencies in assigned area of responsibility Stay abreast of relevant science and current research, as well as relevant regulatory and policy-related issues Uses scientific expertise to review grant proposals and Interacts with potential grantees to obtain additional information. Interact with scientists as needed to help overcome technical hurdles or provide additional insights or expertise regarding the preparation of scientific protocols #J-18808-Ljbffr