Elite Forces Pilot Team Clinical Subject Matter Expert/Advisor

The Clinical SME will provide scientific and technical support to management of research projects and oversee multiple concurrent solicitations, proposal review processes, contract awards and funding execution at the program level. This position will provide domain expertise and assist in coordinating the efforts of a multi-disciplinary team of government and contract researchers, clinicians, academic experts and consumers to bring all the various projects in their domain together into a cohesive effort. He/she advises on research activities as requested, assesses new technology from industry/academia, meets with key stakeholders and networks, seeks opportunities to advance the state of current care or research.

Salary:

$38.75 - $57.36. Salaries and hourly pay rates are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review research documentation and provide detailed technical written notes
• Perform recurring analyses on research portfolios to identify critical gaps, exceptional results and/or lack of progress
• Interact with other services and government agencies, organize and host research planning and coordination meetings, and inform the Principal Investigator of developments
• Assist with various portfolios and technology roadmaps, within the context of the overall strategy
• Maintain open communication with the Principal Investigator, advise of processes, report progress and serve as a point of contact, as applicable
• Provide guidance to scientists preparing research proposals, to include guidance on research protocol development, as needed
• Author or co-author topics to help move through the technology roadmap for domain
• Participate in the drafting of program announcements, requests for information, proposals and vehicles to solicit offertory
• Organize and facilitate meetings, conferences, and other events associated with research activities; may perform and/or coordinate outreach activities, as appropriate to research objectives
• Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
• Perform scientific reviews on research proposals submitted for consideration, as requested
• Participate in Proposal Review Board meetings and make funding recommendations that are consistent with the scientific direction and technology roadmap for domain
• Participate in multifunctional teams and provide clinical and scientific domain expertise as needed
• Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and infection control procedures
• Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB (including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, etc.) as well as any communications with the sponsor or any other Federal or regulatory office (including prior approvals, change in scope, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Medical degree or PHD required (e.g. MD, DO)

• 10+ years’ clinical research or medical practice required

• 10+ years' experience in staff and project lifecycle management required

• 10+ years’ experience developing briefing materials and executive summaries for policy recommendations

• Education and training commensurate with research protocols being conducted

• Experience with advanced medical technologies, preferred

• Demonstrated competence in oral and written communication

• Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor

• Ability to be flexible with changing priorities and available to interact with employees, clients, and sponsors of all levels

• Ability to exercise independent judgment in fast-paced, high-pressured environment with strict deadlines and to manage multiple projects

• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results

• Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Excel and other Microsoft Office Software

• 10+ years’ experience briefing Command leadership materials required

• Ability to leverage a network of business contacts and provide superior customer service

• Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner

The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.