Program Planning, Analysis, and Reporting Support

Guidehouse; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

HSA

Transit/Parking benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a Program Planning, Analysis, and Reporting Support resource to help NIH meet operational objectives. This full-time, on-site role in Bethesda, MD will develop analytic methods, collect and interpret data, and provide evaluations to guide management decisions.

You will present findings, monitor performance, and propose improvements to processes, workflows, and reporting practices, supporting responsible stewardship of resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information management, CS, data analytics/AI or similar.
• At least 4 years of data analysis experience.
• Experience applying qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques.
• Ability to identify complex problems and develop recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide program planning, analysis, and reporting support for NIH objectives.
• Develop methods and analytic approaches for program studies and portfolio reviews.
• Collect, validate, and interpret data to support evaluation and decision making.
• Evaluate program performance, identify gaps, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop findings and recommendations for management action.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and briefings for stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

AI & analytics

Qualitative analysis

Quantitative analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, data analytics/AI or similar disciplines

Job description

Job Family: Research Analyst Travel Required: None Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

• We are currently searching for a Program Planning, Analysis, and Reporting Support resource to provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
• The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.
• This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.
• Develop and establish methods, criteria, procedures, and analytical approaches for conducting program studies, evaluations, assessments, portfolio reviews, and other analyses of program operations and activities.
• Collect, validate, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data from a variety of programmatic, administrative, financial, scientific, and operational sources to support program evaluation, planning, and decision‑making.
• Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of programs and operations in meeting established goals, objectives, measures, and milestones; identifies significant findings, trends, gaps, risks, and opportunities affecting program performance.
• Develop findings, conclusions, and recommendations based on program analyses and evaluations and advise program officials and management on potential actions to improve program effectiveness, operations, and outcomes.
• Review, monitor, and evaluate financial, narrative, scientific, statistical, and programmatic reports and data to assess program status, performance, resource utilization, and compliance with established program requirements and objectives.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports, briefings, statistical summaries, status reports, and other analytical products that clearly communicate program activities, findings, progress, issues, and recommendations to management and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate internal processes, procedures, workflows, reporting practices, and management systems and recommend improvements designed to enhance operational efficiency, effectiveness, data quality, transparency, cost effectiveness, and responsible stewardship of resources.
• Develop and recommend new or revised work methods, management processes, procedures, guidelines, and reporting approaches to improve program administration, strengthen program operations, and address identified organizational or operational needs.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, workshops, and other consultations with program officials, management, administrative personnel, scientific and technical subject matter experts, partners, and other stakeholders to obtain and exchange information, present analytical findings and recommendations, resolve issues, and develop alternative courses of action.
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned program analyses, planning activities, reporting requirements, data requests, and related program or science policy initiatives; identifies appropriate sources of information, coordinates with program staff and stakeholders, and resolves administrative and analytical issues necessary to accomplish program requirements.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, computer science, data analytics/AI or similar disciplines.
• At least FOUR (4) years of data analysis related experience.
• Experience performing data analysis, using computer science and AI to process data sets.
• Experience applying qualitative and quantitative analytical data analysis techniques.
• Ability to identify and define complex administrative or operational problems and develop sound recommendations.
• Experience implementing improvement initiatives in areas such as improving work methods, procedures, guidelines, workflows, management processes, or organizational structures.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• EIGHT (8) years of experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and critical thinking in evaluating information, interpreting guidance, and recommending courses of action.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Working with process improvement or organizational optimization tasks beneficial.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Guidehouse is a global AI‑led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future.

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