Strategic Military Medicine Research Program Lead

Knowesis Inc.; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (PPO/HDHP)

Dental

Vision

STD & LTD

Basic Life Insurance

401k Company Match

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Knowesis Inc. is seeking a Military Medicine Research Program Manager to support the Defense Health Agency's Science and Technology Portfolios. The role involves developing research strategies, tracking performance, and overseeing execution of program plans to mature science for transition to partners.

Hybrid work at Fort Detrick, MD with eligibility for Top Secret clearance. The position requires advanced degrees in life sciences or related fields, substantial program management experience, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in life sciences, public health, biomedical science, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in research, clinical, or program activities relevant to radiation biology or electromagnetic/acoustic interactions in biology.
• 3+ years in program or project management or lead technical/research role with planning and reporting responsibilities.
• Strong writing and speaking skills to explain project details to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to obtain facility access for on-site work at Fort Detrick, MD.
• U.S. citizenship; Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to science and technology research strategies and roadmaps.
• Maintain program management records across SIPRNet and JWICS.
• Coordinate with senior DoW and IC stakeholders; identify emerging threats.
• Create, provide, and present formal program briefings to senior leaders.
• Build and maintain project plans; track budget, schedule, and performance goals.
• Provide routine status updates to program leadership; flag delays or funding issues.
• Support solicitation and review of research proposals; assess technical merit and relevance.
• Coordinate with government researchers, partners, and the award management team.
• Support annual budget planning.
• Maintain records on engagements with potential transition partners.

Skills

Strong writing and speaking skills

Education

Master's degree in life sciences, public health, biomedical science, engineering, or related field

PhD in life sciences, public health, biomedical science, engineering, or related field

Job description

Knowesis Inc. is seeking a Military Medicine Research Program Manager to support the Defense Health Agency's Science and Technology Portfolios. The role involves developing research strategies, tracking performance, and overseeing execution of program plans to mature science for transition to partners.

Hybrid work at Fort Detrick, MD with eligibility for Top Secret clearance. The position requires advanced degrees in life sciences or related fields, substantial program management experience, and