NHLBI Scientific Program Manager

Scientific Program Manager

Are you a seasoned scientific program manager ready to lead complex, multidisciplinary health research initiatives? Are you passionate about improving public health through strategic program execution and scientific collaboration?

Ripple Effect is looking for a Scientific Program Manager with at least 15 years of experience to support our client's mission. This role will serve as a key member of the NHLBI's Program Management Support Services (PMSS) team, providing advanced-level portfolio, program, and project management leadership for complex scientific initiatives. This role demands a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, adept at managing multidisciplinary projects and translating scientific and technical information for diverse audiences. The Scientific Program Manager will work collaboratively with NHLBI staff, other PMSS vendors, and stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of high-priority, science-driven programs.

If this position sounds of interest, there's a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We offer a diverse and engaging work environment, with a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle.

Job Code : SHR-AM-05M

Location : NIH, Bethesda, MD

Employee Type : Exempt, Full-Time Regular (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements)

Telework : Partial

Travel Required : Some travel to client site for occasional in-person meetings

Clearance : Public Trust

Citizenship : Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Manager : Yes

Number of Openings : 1

Salary Range : $107,844.00 - $124,020.00 per year (how we pay and promote)

Responsibilities :

• Lead the design and implementation of programs and initiatives including developing objectives, drafting strategic & implementation plans and developing new workflows.
• Ensures projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget and are technically sound and accurate, and meet stakeholder expectations.
• Coordinate daily activities and deliverables of assigned scientific programs.
• Manage relationships with scientific program leads and key stakeholders.
• Support senior-level working groups and meetings, including agenda setting, logistics, minute capture, and action item tracking.
• Develop and maintain project charters, plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor program performance metrics and generate monthly status reports with analysis to support decision-making.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Provide strategic input and innovative solutions to program challenges.
• Ensure alignment with NHLBI's governance structures, policies, and SOPs.
• Support cross-functional integration across NHLBI and NIH work groups.
• Maintain shared document repositories and knowledge management systems.
• Perform responsibilities of Project Manager and Project Coordinator as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.