Overview

CAMRIS is a clinical and life sciences firm that realizes innovative solutions to challenges worldwide through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve the lives of people around the world. Our core practice areas include HIV/AIDS, microbiology and infectious disease research, vaccine research, development and production, global health security, bio-defense, and clinical research.

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We are seeking a Scientific Program Manager to support the overall functions of the NIH Oxford-Cambridge (OxCam) Scholars Program; Rocky Mountain Veterinary Branch (RMVB), (RML) Rocky Mountain Laboratory at the National Institutes of Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship to OxCam Students as well as serve as a central contact and resource regarding program guidelines and NIH student policies.
• Support the OxCam Academic Dean with annual progress reports and issue resolution.
• Advise and oversee student committees, including the Student Leadership Board, Workshop Organizing Committee, and Career Development Seminar Series Planning Committee.
• Coordinate Program-driven MD/PhD activities, including monthly Clinical Case Conference and other activities.
• Oversee and aid planning the annual OxCam Workshop, a 3-day event with 200-300 attendees.
• Manage the OxCam student database as well as conduct annual student check-ins and exit interviews.
• Maintain awareness of and share NIH OITE student wellness and professional development resources.
• Aid organization of career development opportunities for OxCam students and alumni outreach efforts.
• Schedule and manage monthly town halls to discuss new program information and upcoming events.
• Manage OxCam on-campus housing and collaborate with other NIH housing offices.
• Perform regular visits to England and NIH sites in Durham, NC, Hamilton, MT, and Phoenix, AZ.
• Attend monthly NIH Training Director meetings.
• Report student concerns to the OxCam Executive Committee.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree is required
• Previous experience in student training or mentoring is preferred
• Travel to England and NIH laboratories located in Montana, Arizona, and North Carolina is required
• Due to the pandemic, this position is fully remote to start. The incumbent is expected to relocate to the DC, Maryland, or Virginia area following the pandemic.
• All support positions required a minimum of a BS degree; some require a MS, MD, or Ph.D.
• The education, skills and relevant years of experience required for each support position are consistent with those identified as the minimum requirements for the labor categories specified in the contract.