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National Institutes of Health

Police Officer

MD · On-site +1

$57K - $91K/yr

Candidates must successfully complete a 6 to10 week NIH Division of Police Field Training Program within the first year of their employment. * Candidates who are active law enforcement officers, or ...

National Institutes of Health

Police Officer

MD · On-site +1

$57K - $91K/yr

Candidates must successfully complete a 6 to10 week NIH Division of Police Field Training Program within the first year of their employment. * Candidates who are active law enforcement officers, or ...

Guidehouse

Grants Management Specialist

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$65K - $108K/yr

Maintain complete and organized documentation in accordance with federal and NIH requirements. Work cooperatively with a variety of stakeholders such as Program Officers, Grants Management Officers ...

Guidehouse

Grants Management Specialist

Baltimore, MD

$65K - $108K/yr

Maintain complete and organized documentation in accordance with federal and NIH requirements. Work cooperatively with a variety of stakeholders such as Program Officers, Grants Management Officers ...

Nextonic Solutions LLC

Program Manager

Rockville, MD · Hybrid

$135K - $185K/yr

... Officer Representatives (CORs), Federal Program Managers (FPMs), and technical stakeholders ... Preferences: -Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. -Experience supporting NIH, HHS ...

Nextonic Solutions

Program Manager

Rockville, MD · On-site

... Officer Representatives (CORs), Federal Program Managers (FPMs), and technical stakeholders ... Preferences: -Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. -Experience supporting NIH, HHS ...

Aequor Inc

BioSafety Officer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$38K - $53K/yr

As RO, will ensure compliance with all aspects of the Institute's Select Agent Program in ... Expert knowledge of the NIH Guidelines, the CDC/NIH Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for nih program officer in the United States is $100,365.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the common responsibilities of an NIH Program Officer?

As an NIH Program Officer, your daily tasks may include overseeing funded research projects, communicating with grantees, organizing and participating in peer review meetings, and providing scientific guidance to applicants. You will also analyze and manage grant portfolios, monitor project progress, and help identify funding priorities or research gaps. Frequent collaboration with both internal NIH colleagues and external researchers is typical, offering the chance to shape national research agendas while supporting the scientific community. This dynamic role blends scientific acumen with administrative expertise in a highly collaborative environment.

What is an NIH Program Officer?

An NIH Program Officer is a scientist or health professional responsible for managing research grants and programs within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). They develop funding opportunities, oversee grant portfolios, provide guidance to applicants, and ensure research aligns with NIH priorities. Program Officers also collaborate with researchers, institutions, and other stakeholders to advance scientific knowledge in their assigned areas. Their role is crucial in shaping the direction of biomedical and public health research funded by the NIH.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an NIH Program Officer?

To thrive as an NIH Program Officer, you need expertise in biomedical or health sciences, experience in research administration, and an advanced degree (often a PhD or equivalent). Familiarity with federal grant systems such as eRA Commons, peer review processes, and relevant research portfolio management tools is required. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and organizational skills help build relationships and manage diverse research portfolios. These abilities are crucial for ensuring effective stewardship of public research funds and supporting scientific innovation.

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Program Manager / Senior Advisor - Acquisition Support

ALLERAIT SOLUTIONS LLC

Washington, DC • On-site

$145K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Description
AlleraIT Solutions, LLC is seeking a Program Manager/Senior Advisor to lead our acquisition support team on a major task order supporting our government client. This is a senior, client-facing leadership role serving as the primary point of accountability for program performance, Government-wide contract vehicle support, and stakeholder communications. 
Responsibilities
•        Serve as the primary point of contact to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer (CO) for all program matters
•        Oversee acquisition file management, data call responses, and performance tracking/reporting
•        Lead marketing, outreach, and customer training activities for Government-wide and multi-agency contract vehicles
•        Develop and maintain templates, SOPs, and the program communication plan
•        Establish and manage performance evaluation methodology for the team
•        Supervise and coordinate a technical acquisition support workforce
Required Qualifications
•        Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution (in lieu of a Master's degree, a minimum of 15 years of directly relevant federal acquisition experience will be accepted)
•        Demonstrated experience managing acquisition support programs, ideally for NIH or HHS
•        Experience supervising and coordinating a technical acquisition workforce
•        Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience advising senior acquisition executives
Preferred Qualifications
•        Experience supporting NIH-wide contract vehicles and enterprise acquisition initiatives
•        Experience advising on acquisition strategy, category management, and organizational performance
•        Experience implementing acquisition process improvements or strategic sourcing initiatives within NIH or HHS
Additional Requirements
•        Must be able to obtain a favorable Suitability Determination / NACI
Location: Bethesda/Rockville, MD (on-site)