Execution Management for Research Award Programs

Kids for the Future; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowesis is seeking an Execution Management Activity (EMA) Program Manager to provide subject matter expertise and project management support for post-award execution of extramural research awards, and to support select pre-award activities for DHA DAD-S&T programs. The role emphasizes ensuring compliance, timely processing, and accurate tracking of program outcomes.

You will coordinate with the EMA team and guide investigators through contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of federal contract or grant execution experience.
• Experience preparing modification documentation and reviewing invoices for government approval.
• Experience conducting compliance reviews of research proposals.
• Strong analytical skills to track cost, schedule, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Support government-led pre-award reviews for extramural award mechanics, including preparing analysis and briefing materials that inform government negotiations.
• Review technical reports and summarize technical progress, financial health, risks, and findings for the government.
• Prepare draft award modification documentation reflecting changes in funding and technical performance.
• Review invoices for accuracy and compliance, recommending approval to the government.
• Track outcomes and outputs across the extramural award portfolio.
• Analyze cost, schedule, and performance against approved plans and alert decision makers when changes are needed.
• Support development of Broad Agency Announcement general instructions and funding notification letters.

Education

Master's degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related scientific field

Job description

Knowesis is seeking an Execution Management Activity (EMA) Program Manager to provide subject matter expertise and project management support for post-award execution of extramural research awards, and to support select pre-award activities for DHA DAD-S&T programs. The role emphasizes ensuring compliance, timely processing, and accurate tracking of program outcomes.

You will coordinate with the EMA team and guide investigators through contractual requirements.