Research Program Manager

About the Position

This position is with the Defense Health Agency located in Fort Detrick and/or Silver Spring, 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.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

• Develop program roadmaps with milestones, oversee budgets, and ensure operational functionality of research projects.
• Conduct regular progress analysis and consulting to address challenges and achieve roadmap objectives.
• Develop and prioritize program roadmaps that align with Strategic Research Plans, integrating priorities such as mitigating program delays, costs overruns and other potential obstacles that arise during the research execution phase.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses, coordinate with analysts and subject-matter experts to support policy implementation.
• Collect and monitor program performance metrics to identify areas for improvement to recommend adjustments based on shifting priorities and resource availability.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering partnerships to support research priorities and ensure effective communication across forums.
• Apply professional knowledge in strategic planning, organizational development, and policy formulation to enhance operational efficiency.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Approximately 10% travel may be required. Travel may involve local, and or overnight.
• Financial Disclosure Statement OGE Form 450 is required.