Program Manager, Translational Science, Cancer
Company: Foundation of the NIH
Location: Rockville
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: The Foundation for the National
Institutes of Health (FNIH) connects the world's leading public and
private organizations to accelerate biomedical breakthroughs for
patients. The FNIH brings together leading scientist to navigate
and solve complex human health problems and advance development of
new therapies, diagnostics, and potential cures; advance global
health and equity in care; and celebrate and train the next
generation of scientists.Established by Congress in 1990 to support
the mission of the NIH, the FNIH is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3)
charitable organization. For more information about the FNIH,
please visit fnih.org. EOE STATEMENT: The FNIH is an equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The
FNIH celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees. The Foundation for the National
Institutes of Health (FNIH) is seeking a Program Manager for
Translational Science, Cancer to manage a team and portfolio of
large public-private research collaborations focused on identifying
opportunities to validate and standardize assays, biomarkers and
drug development tools for immune and other related oncology needs
including patient centric clinical trials. Our research
partnerships are made up of leading experts in the field from
biopharmaceutical companies, healthcare not-for-profit and patient
advocacy organizations, government agencies, and academic
institutions.This is a non-research, administrative management
position requiring excellent interpersonal and writing skills, a
high level of organization, diplomacy, focus, ability to work under
tight deadlines, and familiarity with biomedical research
environments. The Program Manager will provide management of all
aspects of the team and portfolio. The position title will be
dependent and negotiable upon the applicant's background and
qualifications. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Successful candidates for
the role will be able to demonstrate: Project management experience
to manage all aspects of multiple projects, applying knowledge of
process, finance, and contracts to project activities to ensure
goals are met on time and within budget. Expertise in the
development and management of grants and/or contracts, including
evaluation and refinement of statements of work, project budgets,
milestones, and deliverables. Strong record of managing
relationships among scientific and administrative partners from
diverse sectors of biomedical science (e.g., government, academia,
and/or private sector partners, industry, and not-for-profit
organizations) with a desire to provide service excellence.
Diplomatically facilitates discussions involving diverse interests,
leading groups to consensus and guiding others to enhance this
skill. Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor
communications to relevant audiences and develop rapport with
colleagues within the FNIH and with external partners. Strong
analytical, critical-thinking abilities to proactively identify
potential problems and work with teams to fill gaps identified.
Learns quickly and make decisions independently to meet tight
deadlines. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
High degree of flexibility and adaptability to organizational
priorities. Readiness and judgment to supervise staff and assumes
additional responsibility for project governance and some aspects
of portfolio governance as required. Ability to create and identify
a network of key external stakeholders to support and grow the
portfolio.What We Are Looking For: Oversees cancer disease area
activities including all Executive Committee governance bodies and
key meetings with senior NIH IC leaders for the portfolio. Assists
in cross portfolio duties with other disease area organizational
leaders. Develops and leads special projects with support from
organizational leadership. Manages cancer team staff and is
responsible for the review of all deliverables. Leads active
business development to recruit new projects or programs to the
cancer area portfolio, focusing on external partnership outreach.
Recruits new external portfolio stakeholders and builds active
relationships with relevant external organizations for joint
meetings and collaborations. Presents at appropriate external
meetings to represent projects and FNIH-wide interests.Preferred
Qualifications: Master's Degree and 15+ years of relevant project
management experience or PhD and 10+ years of relevant project
management experience. 5+ years of experience in staff and small
team management; Or demonstrates transferable ability to manage
teams. 5+ years of relevant stakeholder management experience
within a similar organization(s). Deep content knowledge and
relationships in the field specific to cancer research and cancer
clinical trials. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time LOCATION: FNIH
(Hybrid) PIa1ed04508ff5-25660-33868421
Keywords: Foundation of the NIH, Rockville , Program Manager, Translational Science, Cancer, Executive , Rockville, Maryland
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