Job Family:Data Science & Analysis
Travel Required:None
Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:We are looking for a Scientific Program Analyst to support the Office of Strategic Coordination Common Fund initiatives through program management, scientific research analysis, and administrative coordination. This is a full-time position located in Rockville, MD.
- Conduct literature reviews, database searches (e.g., PubMed, Web of Science), and synthesize scientific findings to support programmatic decision-making.
- Design, develop, and maintain data systems, databases, and analytics tools to support scientific portfolio tracking and evaluation.
- Organize, analyze, and present complex scientific and programmatic data, including preparation of reports, presentations, and briefing materials for leadership.
- Provide end-to-end planning and coordination of scientific meetings, workshops, webinars, and conferences, including logistics, communications, and reporting.
- Lead or support high-level consultations, working groups, and stakeholder engagements; track action items and ensure accountability across initiatives.
- Independently analyze program performance, identify gaps, and recommend strategic improvements aligned with organizational goals.
- Develop funding plans, project milestones, and budgets; support lifecycle management of scientific programs.
- Monitor and track clinical and behavioral research activities, including milestones, deliverables, and protocol compliance.
- Draft, review, and edit scientific and programmatic documents, including agendas, reports, communications, and policy-related materials.
- Maintain repositories of program materials, including databases, reports, presentations, and communication tools.
- Provide project management support for large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives involving NIH staff, investigators, and external partners.
- Review and evaluate complex biomedical scientific programs including analyses of grants and interpreting scientific trends.
- Draft research funding plans, operational plans, corrective actions, and revise governance structures for scientific programs.
- Manage operations and budgets for scientific research projects.
What You Will Need:- Master's degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
- Minimum of ONE (1) year of experience in scientific research, clinical research, or scientific program analysis supporting biomedical or behavioral programs.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or managing clinical research protocols and GCP compliance.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve research operational challenges independently.
- Experience conducting literature searches, database curation, and use of citation/reference management tools.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining data analytics tools, datasets, and/or scientific/research or clinical databases (not limited to document repositories) and analytics dashboards.
- Strong background in scientific analysis, including interpreting research data, identifying trends, and evaluating research programs or grants.
- Experience preparing and delivering scientific presentations, reports, posters, or briefing materials for leadership or external audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to lead or independently coordinate working groups, meetings, or stakeholder engagements, including presenting to senior leadership.
- Experience with project lifecycle planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and milestone development for scientific programs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis tools (e.g., STATA, R, or similar).
- Experience working with research grants, funding mechanisms, or scientific portfolios, including tracking progress and evaluating outcomes.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience working within NIH, federal research environments, or large-scale biomedical initiatives.
- Background in epidemiology, longitudinal studies, or advanced statistical analysis supporting research programs.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, program forecasting, and portfolio-level analysis beyond compliance or administrative tracking.
- Experience leading end-to-end coordination of scientific events, including conferences, lecture series, and multi-stakeholder engagements.
- Experience drafting funding opportunity announcements, operational plans, or governance structures for research programs.
- Familiarity with human subjects' research regulations (45 CFR 46), IRB processes, and research compliance frameworks.
- Experience identifying and addressing inefficiencies, gaps, or overlaps in research portfolios, with actionable recommendations.
- Experience presenting independently to division leadership or senior stakeholders in a scientific or programmatic capacity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex scientific information for diverse audiences.
The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. 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
