Program Director, Marine Transportation & Intermodal Freight

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine seeks a Senior Program Officer to manage complex programs within the Transportation Research Board. This role involves oversight of Marine Board activities, collaboration with high-level experts in marine transportation, and strategic budgeting.

The successful candidate will have a proven record in marine freight systems, undertake significant coordination of conferences, and maintain strong relationships with federal agencies and sponsors. The role requires advanced skills in project management and logistics.

Qualifications

• Six years of related professional experience, two years in supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated success in advancing science or policy through notable activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage highly complex programs in the TRB Technical Activities Division.
• Develop program/project strategy, budget and staffing requirements.
• Oversee logistical aspects of conferences and events.
• Direct a large team of Marine Board experts.

Skills

Advanced program/project management

Communication skills

Technical/scientific issue understanding

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent knowledge

Ph.D. in related field (preferred)

Job description

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine seeks a Senior Program Officer to manage complex programs within the Transportation Research Board. This role involves oversight of Marine Board activities, collaboration with high-level experts in marine transportation, and strategic budgeting.

The successful candidate will have a proven record in marine freight systems, undertake significant coordination of conferences, and maintain strong relationships with federal agencies and sponsors. The role requires advanced skills in project management and logistics.