Research Program Manager

Defense Health Agency; Frederick (MD); Remote; USD 144,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Health Agency's Science and Technology Portfolio Division at Fort Detrick, MD, seeks a capable program manager to develop roadmaps, oversee budgets, and ensure research initiatives run smoothly.

The role offers federal pay with a posted salary range of $143,913 to $187,093 per year and telework eligibility. A Top Secret clearance is required, and applications close 2026-11-16.

Responsibilities

• Develop program roadmaps with milestones, oversee budgets, and ensure operational functionality of research projects.

Job description

About the Position: This position is with the Science and Technology Portfolio Division within the Defense Health Agency, located at Fort Detrick, MD. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Leave accrual negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to the Federal service

Key Responsibilities

Develop program roadmaps with milestones, oversee budgets, and ensure operational functionality of research projects.

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Defense Health Agency, Department of Defense.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.