Scientific Program Analyst
CAMRIS

Overview

We are seeking a Scientific Program Analyst to support the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world. Candidates will work at a diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Take the next big step in your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today's most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs.

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Independently or as part of a team prepare and present comprehensive program reviews to include recommendations on curtailing or expanding programs and program effectiveness.
• Coordinate high level, collaborative projects with other internal and/or external organizations to meet broad agency goals.
• Collect and compile qualitative and quantitative information and data for use in program decisions. Research and prepare responses to ad-hoc or recurring inquiries received in writing or telephonically (e.g., Congressional briefing materials and responses).
• Interpret administrative policies, develop local administrative policies and guidelines for subordinate program activities, define administrative requirements, and provide advice to management on related matters.
• Provide operational oversight of the subordinate staff responsible for providing broad design, production, and photography services, including development of publications and of marketing materials and signage for VRC events; advertising and outside content review; logo use and policy; branding development and related special initiatives; poster and program development; medical illustrations; other graphic design projects.
• Provide operational oversight of subordinate staff in providing turnkey video and animation services, including client consultation; concept/script development; planning and location scouting; filming, storyboarding, editing and other post-production services; closed captioning; maintenance and updating stock of B-roll footage; development of video-related infrastructure, such as digital asset management and storage solutions, and overall project management for video projects.
• Assist with the development and management of content for digital signage, including template development; content targeting and refreshment; maintenance of digital signage; media inquiries and interview requests, content for press releases, byline articles and keynote presentations, and public relations needs that increase the effectiveness of visual communications products in meeting the needs and requirements of the VRC.
• Regularly review programs/activities of the VRC and identify and initiate action that will improve the quality of products and services provided. Continually explore new communication methods and approaches to increase efficiency in achieving goals and objectives and ensures that communication messages are tailored to suit the new communication methods.
• Conduct and direct ongoing evaluations to measure the success of communications plans and programs that support and promote overall NIAID goals, research, and programs, ensuring that all messages, materials, and strategies for target audiences are credible, clear, and meaningful.
• Collaborate with NIAID Divisions and other OD offices to increase the effectiveness of communications strategies and services in meeting the needs and requirements of the Institute.
• Ensure that VRC communication functions are effectively coordinated with IT staff, including obtaining technical policy, advice, and assistance from the OCICB, and interacting with OCICB to assess the VRC's IT applications and systems and determine appropriate technology solutions to support the communication and dissemination of VRC information via various external and internal communications vehicles.
• Perform quality control assessments on all outbound written responses. Ensure documents are prepared in accordance with office policies and procedures, including reviewing, revising, and editing as needed. Ensure responses conform to applicable regulations, style manuals, and publication standards. Review and analyze documents for logical, well-organized structure. Check and verify information for accuracy and consistency using a broad variety of Internet sources such as PubMed, Medline, and other Web sites and search engines, and. act as an information resource to other health communications specialists in developing comprehensive and appropriate responses to mail, telephone, fax, and email inquiries from the public.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience required.
• Broad knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, and techniques of communication and health information services, such as may be gained through a background in health information communication or a related discipline.
• Advanced skill in oral and written communications to exchange information; coordinate work activities with technical, scientific, and administrative staff; and prepare written documents regarding complex, controversial, and sensitive NIAID programs and projects.
• Skill in providing high-quality customer service in handling public inquiries involving complex, multi-faceted, and sensitive issues, by mail, telephone, fax, and email.
• Ability to understand and analyze complex biomedical information and research programs and communicate this information clearly to a lay audience.
• Expert knowledge of research programs and information available from NIAID, other NIH Institutes, and select private or non-profit institutions.
• Expert knowledge of Internet health information resources, and the ability to research, analyze, comprehend, and use a range of technical resources.
• Knowledge of agency program goals and objectives and the relationship with other programs and key functions internal or external to the agency to define requirements, integrate program activities, assess impact, and/or make decision on use of resources.
• Knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize, and direct multi-disciplinary project teams and activities.
• Knowledge of oral communication techniques to serve as bureau or agency representative and present findings and deliver briefings, explain and justify recommendations.
• Knowledge of written communication techniques to prepare reports used as the basis for key- executive-level management decisions; Congressional testimonies and legislative proposals; policies; responses to inquiries; reports, marketing/outreach material; and other comparable documents.
• Knowledge of interpersonal relationship skills to establish and maintain effective and diplomatic working relations and secure support and cooperation.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com . CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.

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