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Director Science Project Management Jobs in Washington

Pewtrusts

Research Associate, Science

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$95K/yr

They also bring very strong project management skills, with a track record of managing complex ... the Director, Science and Society Research. Primary Responsibilities Survey design and ...

Leidos

PMO Director

Reston, VA · On-site

$116K - $210K/yr

Leidos is seeking a PMO Director to support the Army G2 (FEDSIM) Integrated, Next-Generation, Versatile, Intelligence, Capabilities, Technologies & Applications (INVICTA) Program , an $800M IDIQ ...

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What is the difference between Director Science Project Management vs Project Manager?

AspectDirector Science Project ManagementProject Manager
CredentialsAdvanced degrees in science or related fields, certifications like PMP or PgMPBachelor's or master's degree, PMP or similar certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership in research-focused organizations, overseeing multiple projectsDay-to-day project execution, team coordination, and timeline management
Industry UsageCommon in biotech, pharma, and research institutionsWidespread across various industries including tech, construction, and healthcare

The main difference is that the Director Science Project Management focuses on strategic oversight and leadership of multiple science projects, often at an organizational level, while the Project Manager handles the planning, execution, and delivery of individual projects. Both roles require strong project management skills, but the director role involves higher-level decision-making and resource allocation.

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Wildfire Science Project Coordinator

Science Systems & Applications

Lanham, MD • On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) is seeking a Wildfire Science Project Coordinator to support the tracking and coordination of a diverse portfolio of funded science projects in support of NASA's Earth science mission.

This is an on-site position in Greenbelt, MD.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate timelines, milestones, and deliverables across 13 active wildfire science projects.
  • Track project progress, risks, and dependencies to keep initiatives on schedule.
  • Collaborate with scientists, principal investigators, and external partners to support project execution.
  • Prepare project schedules, status reports, meeting agendas, and action-item trackers.
  • Support reporting to NASA program managers and government stakeholders.
  • Coordinate project meetings, technical reviews, and stakeholder communications.
  • Monitor project performance against milestones and reporting requirements.
  • Maintain organized project documentation and ensure compliance with program standards.
  • Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary wildfire research teams.
  • Support resource planning and cross-project coordination to achieve program objectives.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree (M.S.) in Atmospheric Science, Earth Science, Computer Science or other related discipline and a minimum of 6 years in the field or in a related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated experience managing project logistics, coordinating meetings, and facilitating internal and external communications with investigators and stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities are required.
  • Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience preparing reports, summaries, and science highlights for technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience working in or supporting a scientific research environment, preferably in Earth science, atmospheric science, or a related discipline, is required.
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with NASA project management processes, reporting systems, or familiarity with NASA Earth science programs.
  • PMP certification.


Note: The actual salary offered will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications, and other job-related criteria deemed relevant to the position.

EEO/AA Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to touch, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus