Scientific Program Coordinator

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HJF is seeking a Program Coordinator with a scientific background to work directly with the scientific PI and program management staff to support the management of scientific projects, including data tracking, documentation and analysis, IACUC protocol development and animal study management, report writing and support for laboratory tasks such as equipment upkeep, ordering, and general logistics management. The incumbent will also participate in more routine program management tasks such as managing communications, logistics and deliverables for projects and collaborations.

This position will be in support of the Enteric Diseases Division within the Military Relevant Bacterial Diseases Department (MRBD) within the Infectious Diseases Directorate at the Navy Medicine Research and Development Command (NMRDC). NMRDC is an agency that performs basic and applied biomedical research to meet the needs of the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps. Its areas of focus include study of infectious diseases, biodefense, military medicine, battlefield medicine, and bone marrow research. The NMRDC laboratory is co-located in the Daniel K. Inouye Building with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research at the U.S. Army Forest Glen Annex, Silver Spring, Maryland.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Supports PI in monitoring study performance, analyses, and review of results, and participates in the development and implementation of new animal protocols.
• Assists in ensuring all required reports are completed and submitted on time.
• Helps to coordinate the processing and analysis of data and conduct of experimental tests procedures.
• Assists in overseeing and managing collection, maintenance, analysis, and evaluation of data used in grant submissions, presentations, and publications.
• May perform budgetary tasks including planning and/or forecasting.
• Maintains current and archival SOP and SSP databases, study databases, reports, presentations and publications.
• Communicates with internal staff and external customers. May negotiate with vendors and obtain quotes for equipment and/or supplies.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific related field required.
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Scientific background and experience with experimental design, experimental procedures, and data analysis.
• Strong verbal and written skills, particularly scientific writing.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Coordinate and carry out many projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of project management principles, and good communications skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $52,800-$82,832.96. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.