Scientific Program Manager (Cancer Therapeutics/Drug Discovery)
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This is a long-term contract position which offers: - Competitive salary with comprehensive benefit package - Free training and tremendous growth opportunity - Opportunity to work at NIH, world's foremost medical research center - Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at www.kellyservices.com.
Scientific Program Manager (Cancer Therapeutics/Drug Discovery)
ORGANIZATION.
National Cancer Institute Division of Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis (DCTD) Bethesda, MD TASKS/SERVICES. The contractor shall:
' Provide support for activities of the NCI's Experimental Therapeutics (NExT) Program to develop novel molecularly targeted agents for cancer through the Chemical Biology Consortium (CBC) discovery pipeline. ' Work with staff on the evaluation, review and prioritization of drug discovery/development projects within the NExT/CBC portfolio. ' Provide day-to-day decisions necessary to meet drug discovery/development project objectives with project leaders and portfolio managers. ' Work with staff on the coordination and conduct of meetings with project teams, project managers, NCI senior management staff, and external experts. ' Develop and review discovery/development project plans with project managers, project leaders, and portfolio managers. ' Provide analysis, advice and ideas about drug targets and pathways to Special Assistant to the Director, DCTD. ' Prepare reports, proposals and presentations.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSE, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OR OTHER EXPERTISE REQUIRED. The contractor must have:
' Ph.D. from accredited college/university in molecular biology, medicinal chemistry, developmental therapeutics, oncology, biomedical research or related field. ' Minimum of eight (8) years experience in research and/or administrative experience in an academic setting or in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry. ' Understanding of the basic fundamentals of project and portfolio management. ' Knowledge of SBIRs and grant application/review process. ' Knowledge of medicinal chemistry and drug design. ' Proficiency in Microsoft Office Project and Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), SharePoint and other data management systems. ' Highly effective problem solving, planning and organizational skills. ' Excellent people skills and strong communication skills, both oral and written. ' Ability to function collaboratively within a team setting. ' Attention to detail and follow through.
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE.
The place of performance is Rockville, MD.
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Ph.D. from accredited college/university in molecular biology, medicinal chemistry, developmental therapeutics, oncology, biomedical research or related field. ' Minimum of eight (8) years experience in research and/or administrative experience in an academic setting or in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry