Program Manager II - Murtha Cancer Center Research Program

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Program Manager II for MCCRP in Silver Spring, MD to provide administrative oversight across projects, drive deliverables, and coordinate SOPs and agreements.

The role requires US citizenship and potential for a security clearance, with responsibilities spanning planning, reporting, and cross‑team collaboration. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree and 6–8 years of program management experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred in related field.
• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in program management or related area.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational elements of multiple projects with defined scope, milestones, and resources.
• Prepare and distribute project status reports for leadership.
• Coordinate SOP development for MCC‑JPC projects and ensure compliance.
• Draft master MCC‑JPC collaborative agreements and manage personnel at JPC.
• Attend required trainings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Planning & coordination

US citizenship & security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Proposal/project tracking

Data analysis software

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

Due to security requirements; This position requires incumbents to be U.S. Citizens.

Job Description

Join the HJF Team! Due to security requirements; This position requires incumbents to be U.S. Citizens.

HJF is seeking a Program Manager II - Murtha Cancer Center Research Program to provide administrative project oversight to maximize the effective use of project resources. The Program Manager II will drive successful completion of key deliverables and stated objectives for multiple projects. The incumbent will work on problems of moderate scope, applying an intermediate level understanding of organizational objectives and program management principles. This position will be in support of the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program (MCCRP)'s activities at the Joint Pathology Center (JPC) located in Silver Spring, Maryland. The Murtha Cancer Center is a modern, patient‑centric, tri service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer‑trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer‑care delivery and patient‑family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting‑edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies. 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational elements of one or more individual projects. Document project scope and plan, confirming objectives, technologies, schedules, milestones and deadlines, funding, and available resources with key stakeholders. Produce and distribute project status reports and documents. Provide status reports to JPC and MCCRP Leadership as requested.
• Communicate and collaborate with others, including but not limited to project team members, management and other key stakeholders about project requirements and objectives. Document and evaluate existing processes, procedures and guidelines making recommendations for enhancements and improvements as appropriate. Obtain approval for out‑of‑scope modifications.
• Meeting coordination to include preparation of meeting agendas and minutes.
• Project coordination / management to include the development of Standard Operating Processes (SOPs) for APOLLO5, APOLLO7, CPDR, GYN-COE, BRAC Prometheus, CSVCC, Prometheus, Joint Incentive Fund (JIF) and any new MCC‑JPC projects.
• Aid in drafting master MCC‑JPC collaborative agreements to support new projects.
• Manage MCC personnel working at the JPC.
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: disciplinary action, conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field of study preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years' experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly, work well with others, identify and resolve problems, and deliver results as a team.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of a variety of software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software.
• Experience writing Standard Operating Processes (SOPs) and protocols.
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.

Licenses and Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

Work Environment

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

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $77,600-$130,000. 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.

About Us

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.