Scientific Program Manager

Guidehouse; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks a Scientific Program Manager in Rockville, MD, to provide scientific and programmatic support to NINDS MDN Cluster, managing a complex neuroscience grants portfolio and related initiatives.

The role involves evaluating proposals, developing research plans, conducting portfolio analyses, and coordinating cross-NIH activities with an emphasis on outcomes and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in neuroscience or a closely related field.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in neuroscience research and program management.
• Knowledge of NIH grants, funding mechanisms, and grants administration processes.
• Ability to evaluate scientific proposals, grant applications, and research portfolios.
• Skilled in conducting qualitative and quantitative program analyses and evaluations.
• Proven ability to prepare scientific reports, presentations, executive briefings, and technical documentation.
• Background coordinating scientific meetings, workshops, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and programmatic support to the NINDS Division of Neuroscience, Movement Disorders and Neurodegeneration (MDN) Cluster, supporting a complex neuroscience grants portfolio and related initiatives in Rockville, MD.
• Analyze the scientific landscape and research portfolios to identify funding opportunities, knowledge gaps, emerging trends, and areas for program improvement.
• Oversee scientific, administrative, and fiscal aspects of grants and research programs; evaluate awards for scientific progress, programmatic relevance, and mission alignment.
• Review grant applications and research proposals for scientific merit, responsiveness to funding priorities, and overall impact.
• Develop research plans, protocols, surveys, SOPs, training materials, and data collection systems to support scientific initiatives.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of scientific programs, portfolio performance, and program outcomes.
• Prepare scientific reports, executive summaries, briefing materials, presentations, and other written communications for leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage scientific projects from initiation through completion, including planning, tracking milestones, monitoring progress, and reporting results.
• Coordinate and support workshops, conferences, scientific meetings, and cross-NIH activities; prepare meeting summaries and documentation of outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, government agencies, scientific leaders, and policy partners.
• Advise leadership and program staff on scientific trends, policy considerations, funding priorities, and strategic planning activities.
• Develop outreach, communication, and dissemination strategies to promote program goals and scientific initiatives.
• Support the development of new funding concepts, research initiatives, and strategic planning efforts aligned with Institute priorities.
• Provide scientific and management support for program implementation, portfolio evaluation, and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Neuroscience PM

NIH grants

Grant evaluation

Data analysis

Scientific reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Meeting coordination

SOPs development

Policy awareness

Leadership

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Family:

Program Analysis (PAN)

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are looking for a Scientific Program Manager to provide scientific and programmatic support to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), Division of Neuroscience, Movement Disorders and Neurodegeneration (MDN) Cluster. This position supports the management of a complex neuroscience grants portfolio, scientific initiatives, program evaluation activities, stakeholder engagement, and cross-NIH collaborations. This is a full-time position located in Rockville, MD, with teleworking eligibility.

• Provide scientific and programmatic support to the NINDS Division of Neuroscience, Movement Disorders and Neurodegeneration (MDN) Cluster, supporting a complex neuroscience grants portfolio and related initiatives in Rockville, MD.

• Analyze the scientific landscape and research portfolios to identify funding opportunities, knowledge gaps, emerging trends, and areas for program improvement.

• Oversee scientific, administrative, and fiscal aspects of grants and research programs; evaluate awards for scientific progress, programmatic relevance, and mission alignment.

• Review grant applications and research proposals for scientific merit, responsiveness to funding priorities, and overall impact.

• Develop research plans, protocols, surveys, SOPs, training materials, and data collection systems to support scientific initiatives.

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of scientific programs, portfolio performance, and program outcomes.

• Prepare scientific reports, executive summaries, briefing materials, presentations, and other written communications for leadership and stakeholders.

• Manage scientific projects from initiation through completion, including planning, tracking milestones, monitoring progress, and reporting results.

• Coordinate and support workshops, conferences, scientific meetings, and cross-NIH activities; prepare meeting summaries and documentation of outcomes.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, government agencies, scientific leaders, and policy partners.

• Advise leadership and program staff on scientific trends, policy considerations, funding priorities, and strategic planning activities.

• Develop outreach, communication, and dissemination strategies to promote program goals and scientific initiatives.

• Support the development of new funding concepts, research initiatives, and strategic planning efforts aligned with Institute priorities.

• Provide scientific and management support for program implementation, portfolio evaluation, and continuous process improvement.

What You Will Need:

• Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive Science, Biopsychology, or a closely related scientific discipline.

• A minimum of FIVE (5) years’ experience of scientific expertise in neuroscience research and program management.

• Knowledge of NIH grants, funding mechanisms, and grants administration processes.

• Ability to evaluate scientific proposals, grant applications, and research portfolios.

• Skilled in conducting qualitative and quantitative program analyses and evaluations.

• Proven ability to prepare scientific reports, presentations, executive briefings, and technical documentation.

• Background coordinating scientific meetings, workshops, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.

• Capability to develop SOPs, research protocols, surveys, questionnaires, and data collection instruments.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership, scientific staff, external investigators, and partner organizations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

• Ability to analyze complex scientific data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

• 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:

• Prior experience supporting NIH Institutes, Centers, or other federal biomedical research organizations.

• Familiarity with portfolio analyses involving neuroscience or neurological disease research programs.

• Knowledge of Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs/NOFOs) and federal research funding processes.

• Background supporting movement disorders, neurodegeneration, or related neuroscience research portfolios.

• Ability to develop scientific outreach, training, and communication strategies.

• Understanding of policy development, strategic planning, and program evaluation methodologies.

• Knowledge of research conduct, compliance requirements, and human subjects research processes.

• Capability to advise investigators regarding funding priorities, proposal development, and programmatic requirements.

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.

Benefits include:

• 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

The annual salary range for this position is $75,800.00-$113,600.00. 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.

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.