Health Science Awards Manager | Grants & Compliance Lead

Knowesis Inc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Brief Description

Position: Health Science Awards Manager

Location: Ft Detrick, MD

Work Environment: Hybrid

Security Clearance: Public Trust

Status: This posting is intended to build a talent pipeline for potential future hiring needs. There is no current vacancy, but applicants will be contacted if an opportunity becomes available.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000

The Health Science Awards Manager will provide scientific and administrative oversight for research awards funded by the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP), which supports innovative, high‑impact biomedical research to address critical gaps for military Service Members, Veterans, and the broader public.

In this role, you will manage the full lifecycle of research awards—from award negotiations to performance monitoring, compliance, and closeout. You will collaborate with investigators, regulatory agencies, and team members to ensure that funded research is performed according to the award requirements.

To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security clearance requirements.

The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the lifecycle of research awards, including serving as the technical point of contact for award negotiations and monitoring award performance, compliance, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including human subjects, animal research, and biosafety.
• Track award progress against milestones, review technical progress reports, and evaluate relevance of scientific outputs, including publications, patents, and clinical outcomes.
• Identify key research accomplishments and prepare written products and oral briefings highlighting significant research outcomes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for investigators, acting as liaison with Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity, Office of Research and Regulatory Compliance, CDMRP program staff and stakeholders.
• Participate in relevant scientific meetings and CDMRP working groups.
• Present updates and briefings to CDMRP, USAMRDC, and leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biomedical science
• Minimum of two years of biomedical/clinical research.
• Grants management experience.
• Strong communication, organization, and scientific writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Electronic Grants System (EGS).
• Science Officer Training Program (SOTP) successful completion.
• Prior work experience at CDMRP.

Benefits

• Health (PPO & HDHP), Paid Time Off
• Company Paid STD & LTD, and Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) Company Match
• Multiple Voluntary Products

Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.