The Program Manager will serve as a key operational leader for the Center working independently and collaboratively with the Center Directors and Site Principal Investigators to coordinate and advance the Centers mission of developing precision rehabilitation programs. This position requires strategic
thinking excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage complex multi-site research initiatives.
Program Management: Collaborate with Center Directors to develop and maintain detailed project timelines milestones and deliverables for all Center activities. Prepare reports and presentations for Center leadership NIH and stakeholders
Grant Solicitation & Award Management: Design and implement the grant solicitation process for pilot projects. Coordinate review panels including recruitment of reviewers. Track application submissions reviews and award decisions. Monitor progress of funded projects
Scholars Program Coordination: Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract high-quality scholars and mentors. Coordinate application review processes and organize applicant interviews. Track scholar progress publications and career outcomes
Meeting & Event Management: Organize and coordinate External Advisory Board meetings. Manage logistics for conferences webinars site visits and collaborative meetings. Prepare meeting agendas materials and minutes in collaboration with Directors.
Webinar Series Management: Identify relevant topics and recruit speakers in consultation with Center Directors. Manage speaker invitations confirmations and logistics. Promote webinars to target audiences and manage registration. Moderate sessions and coordinate Q&A discussions. Archive recordings and track attendance metrics
Communication & Dissemination: Develop and distribute recruitment materials for scholars. Support dissemination of research findings through newsletters social media and other channels. Assist with preparation of reports presentations and publications highlighting Center achievements
Database & Documentation Management: Develop and maintain comprehensive databases tracking program activities participants publications presentations and grants. Ensure compliance with data management and reporting requirements. Track metrics for grant and scholar program evaluation and
continuous improvement
Administrative Support: Serve as primary point of contact for Center-related inquiries. Support preparation of NIH progress reports and renewal applications. Facilitate cross-site communication and collaboration between other P50 groups.
EDUCATION:
MS in neuroscience biology or engineering required.
PhD in neuroscience biology or engineering preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Must have a minimum of two years rehabilitation research experience or related management skills.
Required Experience:
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Kennedy Krieger Institute improves the lives of children and adults with special health challenges through interdisciplinary hospital services and outpatient, community, education and research programs.