Project Lead, ARPA-H Grant

Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Position Description: The Project Lead will oversee and manage the daily operations of a multi-site, government-funded vision research effort toward whole eye transplant. This position will ensure that the research progresses smoothly and meets all necessary milestones and deliverables. This position will serve as the Project Director for the 2024-2030 Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Transplantation of Human Eye Allografts program.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of a vision-related government research program, ensuring alignment with funding sponsor’s mission by developing and implementing plans, setting and executing milestones, timelines, and adhering to set program budgets.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, government funding agencies, clinicians, industry partners, and regulatory bodies to achieve program goals.
• Facilitate communication and information flow among program team members.
• Monitor program progress and performance, providing regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure program success.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and ethical guidelines.
• Prepare and manage program-related documentation and reports.
• Understand the science and be a trusted point of communication with external stakeholders.
• Plan and execute in-person and virtual preclinical translational educational events.
• Represent the Foundation at events to educate, promote, and further our mission.
  
  

Essential Qualifications

• Master’s-level degree in biology, neuroscience, biochemistry, pharmacology, or similar discipline. In lieu of degree, 10 years’ experience within the biomedical industry or in support of federally funding research will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in scientific program and/or project management, preferably within the biomedical industry or in support of federally funding research.
• Proven track record in managing complex scientific programs or projects.
• Strong understanding of therapeutic development processes, including preclinical and clinical stages.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance in the context of therapeutic development.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, project management and grants software.
  
  

Position Specifics

• Remote position.
• Location: Washington D.C. – Baltimore Area
• Reporting to Senior Director, Preclinical Translational Research Programs
• The budgeted salary is $120,000 annually. The range considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: geographic markets, skill sets, experience, and internal equity to comparable roles.
• $120.00 monthly technology stipend.
• Annual Incentive Bonus Eligible: 5%.
• Full-time, flexible schedule; some evenings and weekends may be required.
  
  

How To Apply

Please provide a cover letter explaining your interest and relevant experience in therapeutic development, government funded programs, and program management, and how your experience is applicable to this position. Send your resume with cover letter to [email protected] with your name and “Project Lead position” in the subject line.