Scientific Research Project Manager

Pivot Path Solutions; Fairfax (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government contracting firm seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee a complex federal program supporting NIH. The ideal candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams in scientific research, data analytics, and software development, ensuring quality and timely delivery of services. This remote position is based in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, requiring strong communication skills and project management experience.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(K) Plan

Health Saving Account (HSA)

Education Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing federal contracts, preferably NIH or HHS.
• Active certification in project/program management (PMP, CAPM, CSM).
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to NIH Contracting Officer’s Representative and lead program operations.
• Monitor program performance and oversee quality management systems.
• Ensure timely delivery of contract deliverables across teams.

Skills

Project Management

Team Management

AI/ML Integration

Communication

Software Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Shortcut

Job description

Based in the Washington, D.C. Metro area,Pivot Path Solutions, LLCis a government contracting and business solutioning firmthat offers enterprise IT solutions, strategic planning, organizational development, and medical research and development services to help customers adapt and thrive in changing market conditions.Pivot Path Solutions is seeking an experienced and certified Project Manager to lead the delivery and oversight of a complex federal program supporting the NIH Office of Portfolio Analysis (OPA). This position requires a dynamic individual capable of managing multidisciplinary teams across scientific research, data analytics, software development, AI/ML integration, training, and community engagement. The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for all contract activities and be accountable for quality, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction. This is a remote position, however, candidates are preferred in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the principal liaison to the NIH Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Contracting Officer (CO), and Contract Specialist (CS).

• Lead day-to-day program operations across multiple task areas, including scientific research, software development, biomedical data linking, training, community engagement, and cloud infrastructure.

• Provide strategic and tactical direction to team leads and ensure resources are aligned to meet NIH’s evolving priorities.

• Monitor and report on program performance through deliverables such as the Monthly Status Report, Cloud Report, and Data Quality/Validation Plan.

• Establish and oversee a quality management system including SOPs, risk mitigation strategies, and compliance with NIH security and data governance standards.

• Facilitate regular meetings with OPA leadership to review program progress, risks, and emerging needs.

• Manage project documentation including task order management plans, runbooks, test plans, and technical reports.

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of all contract deliverables, coordinating across subcontractors and consultants as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing federal government contracts, preferably with NIH or HHS.

• Active certification in project/program management, such as PMP, CAPM, or CSM.

• Demonstrated experience overseeing complex programs involving research, bioinformatics, software development, or AI/ML initiatives.

• Expertise in managing multidisciplinary technical teams and government deliverables in a dynamic environment.

• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Shortcut) and familiar with Agile and hybrid development methodologies.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface with senior government stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with NIH data systems (e.g., IMPAC II, RePORTER, QVR, RCDC).

• Experience supporting cloud infrastructure (AWS GovCloud, NIH STRIDES).

• Understanding of biomedical research portfolio analysis, citation databases, and NLP/AI-based analytical tools.

• Knowledge of FAR/NIH-specific data rights clauses (e.g., FAR 52.227-17).

What We Offer:
Pivot Path Solutions strives to attract, motivate, and retain the best people in the industry. Our benefits package reflects our continued commitment to our employees by prioritizing the health and well-being of each member. The Company offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Contribution on Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• 100% Employer Paid Group Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Safe Harbor 401(K) Plan
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Healthcare Flexible Saving Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

U.S. Citizenship is required, and all selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation. This includes meeting the eligibility requirements for access to classified information and the ability to obtain government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to background investigation including criminal history, employment verification, education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.