Environmental Program Analyst, Coastal Science & Outreach

Research Planning Inc; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Planning Inc. seeks a Program Analyst to support NCCOS CRP in planning, coordinating, and overseeing coastal and estuarine research initiatives. You will help manage competitive funding programs, track portfolios, and assist with science communication.

The role requires a Masters degree in marine/environmental science and 4+ years of related experience, with strong communication and collaborative abilities to work with PIs, managers, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in marine science or a related field is required with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities and the capacity to convey complex scientific information clearly.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, implementing, or overseeing ecosystem research projects or programs (coastal/estuarine).
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and collaboration skills for working with internal and external partners.
• Familiarity with basic statistical analysis tools and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Support program planning and management of coastal and estuarine research initiatives.
• Coordinate grant material submissions and engage with project teams and stakeholders on a quarterly basis.
• Oversee project activities across program areas and monitor progress, spending, outputs, and outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration skills

Statistical analysis tools

Education

Master's degree in marine science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Research Planning Inc. seeks a Program Analyst to support NCCOS CRP in planning, coordinating, and overseeing coastal and estuarine research initiatives. You will help manage competitive funding programs, track portfolios, and assist with science communication.

The role requires a Masters degree in marine/environmental science and 4+ years of related experience, with strong communication and collaborative abilities to work with PIs, managers, and stakeholders.