Scientific Policy Analyst

Job Family :Grants Management Analysis (Digital)Travel Required :NoneClearance Required :Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do :​​We are currently searching for Scientific Policy Analyst to provide support overall scientific analysis and ​operational support for the program area. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

​Assist in developing and maintaining suitable methods and standard operating procedures for monitoring Division and Institute programs.

Serve as a liaison for population tracking and inclusion monitoring for timely reporting by investigators according to established timelines.

Coordinate and produce internal and external reports in programmatic and scientific areas for funding portfolios.

Support program officials in pre- and post-award activities such as the review, completion and monitoring of competing and noncompeting checklists/applications/progress reports with conformity to NIH and NHLBI policies; identify foreign component in grants and submit records to the NIH foreign tracking system.

Stay informed about the branch/office's scientific areas, demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge to perform assigned duties such grant assignments, pre-Council materials, portfolio analysis, generating status reports for branch leadership, etc.

Prepare presentation materials such as handouts, meeting materials, slide presentations, and background/ supplemental documents, spreadsheets, charts and graphs for conferences, committee, meetings, workshops, and group updates.

Attend meetings, training, and conferences in support of program initiatives.

Act as a referral liaison for the Division and/or Branch; assist with grant assignments, serve as a working group/ committee representative as needed.

Attend Branch, Division, and Institute programmatic meetings, as needed, and capture minutes.

Review for compliance with publication policies (e.g., NIH open access policy), data management sharing, resource sharing, vertebrate animals, and human subjects (e.g., adequacy of data and safety monitoring plans for clinical research, appropriate target enrollment of human subjects and inclusion of minorities in clinical research).

Prepare error-free, high-quality reports summarizing research efforts by grant mechanism and/or scientific topic.

Respond to email communications/data calls from staff with response coordination from Branch; assist/provide training on grant related activities.

What You Will Need :

Master’s degree in biology or Life Science

At least THREE (3) years of scientific grant management or policy analysis experience.

​ What Would Be Nice To Have :

Preferred areas of study are biology, life sciences, business medical administration, community and public health, or similar disciplines.

Knowledge of NIH grants and funding mechanisms, including the coding and classification of grants.

Strong written communication skills for reports, agendas, meeting minutes, policy briefs, etc.

Project management and workshop/ conference planning

Portfolio and data analysis skills

Knowledgeable MS Office including PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Excel

Familiar with Zoom and Adobe Acrobat

The annual salary range for this position is $65,900.00-$98,900.00. 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.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

About GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.