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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 12 hours ago

Program Manager I

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is seeking a Program Manager I to oversee a collection of related projects supporting a long-term research initiative. The role involves guiding project managers and technical staff to ensure effective progress toward program objectives, particularly in support of the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio.

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Responsibilities

Assists Chief Science Director and Human Protections Director with Scientific Review Board (SRB) and Human Research Protections Program (HRPP) administrative tasks as required
Assists the Government with gathering information for research program taskers. All information/taskers are approved and submitted by the authorized government personnel
Provides recommendations on task order labor/manpower utilization and workflow to increase efficiency and productivity
Assists with the gathering of Government-prepared documentation for contract actions and proposals and ensure task order completion in accordance with established policies and procedures
Assists with various research-related administrative tasks and tracks spreadsheets (dynamic Excel spreadsheets) based on purchases made by the Government and/or the contractor for research related items
Maintains and organizes Government-prepared research documents
Perform market research regarding development of study budget and provides to Government for decision-making
Confirms sponsored monthly, quarterly, and annual reports are in accordance with sponsor guidelines and templates
Submits Government approved proposals and grants via various websites (i.e., eBRAP, grants.gov, CMRDP, etc.)
Verifies Government prepared documentation is available for various research meetings
Coordinates and schedules directorate meetings; takes minutes and provides to Director

Qualification

Federal Budget ProcessesProject ManagementData Analysis SoftwareLife Sciences ExperienceInterpersonal SkillsMicrosoft OfficeBasic Life Support CertificationProject Management Professional

Required

Bachelor's degree required plus 5 years of related experience OR Master's degree plus 3 years of related experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience required
General awareness of federal budget processes and fundamental principles of project management
Solid Interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing, build and maintain teams, and identify and resolve problems
Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines
Working knowledge of a variety of software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening
All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent
Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs
Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects

Preferred

Prior experiences in the life sciences strongly preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Company

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.2M
Key Investors
BIRD FoundationTEDCOOrthopaedic Research and Education Foundation
2025-10-10Grant
2024-12-11Grant· $0.9M
2023-10-24Grant· $1.3M

Leadership Team

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John Lowe
President/CEO
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Joseph Caravalho
President and CEO
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