Preclinical Coordinator - PQRA

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.

seeks a Preclinical Coordinator to provide administrative project oversight under supervision within the PQRA team, supporting Walter Reed Army Institute of Research programs and advancing preclinical drug and device development. You will coordinate operational logistics for drug product packaging and labeling, coordinate manufacturing and pharm/tox studies, and maintain comprehensive tracking files to ensure on-time

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail, follow-through and documentation.
• Experience reconciling financial spreadsheets helpful for expenditure tracking.
• Experience scheduling meetings and documenting meeting minutes helpful.
• Knowledge of organizational objectives, the federal budget process, office automation helpful.
• Ability to work completely independently, use sound judgement in solving problems.
• Coordinate many complex systems and programs simultaneously.
• Good communications skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operational logistics for drug product package and labeling conducted at qualified vendor facilities.
• Assist with coordination of operational logistics for drug product manufacturing, stability testing, and pharm/tox studies.
• Create and maintain operational tracking files, including deliverable tracking, inventory tracking and projected use of inventory, expenditure tracking and others.
• Assist with reconciliation of tracked discrepancies (inventory, invoices, etc).
• Provide administrative support to the preclinical team including scheduling meetings, drafting slides, minutes and other administrative documents.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Spreadsheets

Scheduling

Independent work

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Preclinical Coordinator to provide administrative project oversight of a narrower scope under the direction of a supervisor. The HJF Preclinical Quality and Regulatory Affairs (PQRA) team, a part of the Product Development Office (PDO), supports a variety of government programs including the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) in advancing the development of novel drug and device products, and seeks a Preclinical Coordinator who will assist with operational coordination and operational tracking to support on time delivery according to project schedules. This position will support all areas of the PQRA team and will interact with specialized drug manufacturing/testing vendors, pharm/tox vendors, and external collaborators to support efficient project execution.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Coordinate operational logistics for drug product package and labeling conducted at qualified vendor facilities.
• Assist with coordination of operational logistics for drug product manufacturing, stability testing, and pharm/tox studies.
• Create and maintain operational tracking files, including but not limited to, deliverable tracking, inventory tracking (and projected use of inventory), expenditure tracking and others.
• Assist with reconciliation of tracked discrepancies (inventory, invoices, etc).
• Provide administrative support to the preclinical team including scheduling meetings, drafting slides, minutes and other administrative documents.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required. Sufficient Experience may be acceptable without degree.
• Minimum of 0 - 2 years' experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail, follow-through and documentation.
• Experience reconciling financial spreadsheets helpful for expenditure tracking.
• Experience scheduling meetings and documenting meeting minutes helpful.
• Knowledge of organizational objectives, the federal budget process, office automation helpful.
• Ability to work completely independently, use sound judgement in solving problems.
• Coordinate many complex systems and programs simultaneously.
• Good communications skills essential.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $52,800-$68,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.