About this role
We are seeking a Program Manager to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency as part of the team supporting the Advanced and Emerging Threat portfolio. The Project Manager will serve as an advisor and action officer for a science and technology portfolio of projects developing capabilities to counter chemical and biological threats and will provide support to and coordination of acquisition and planning, programming, budgeting, and execution processes.
Candidates must have a current SECRET clearance
Required
Active Secret ClearanceMS in Neuroscience, Physiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related disciplineProject management and/or acquisition experience in research and developmentProficiency in Microsoft Office programsResponsibilities
Reviewing proposals, technical reports, and statements of work to ensure technical validity and evaluate current and emerging medical technologies and facilitate cross-communication regarding program priorities and courses of action
Understanding capability gaps and assisting in setting project- and product-level strategy and priorities, ensuring portfolio is responsive and mapped to program goals
Coordinating and consolidating complex, technical, programmatic, and strategic responses to support division initiatives to a variety of internal and external audiences. Instructions may be vague and require independent initiative and background research
Developing, reviewing and assessing documentation (e.g., Alignment Charts; Research, Development and Acquisition Plans; Technology Development Strategy; technical and cost reasonableness evaluations, independent cost estimates, Purchase Request Packages, etc.)
Tracking cost, schedule and performance of chemical and biological defense related technical projects to ensure they continue to meet the objectives of the program
Establishing and maintaining relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the CBD community
Creating products for both technical and senior leader audiences
Performing discrete, special interest efforts to solve problems and complete studies
Advising the program team on risk assessment and risk management, technology portfolio and pipeline management, business and contracting strategies, technology transfers, and intellectual property management
Participating in Integrated Product Teams and serve as technical and programmatic point of contact
Attending technical conferences
Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent communication and time management skills At The Tauri Group, you'll collaborate with an elite, creative team of scientists, engineers, analysts, operations specialists, policy experts, and acquisition support specialists. We attract people who love their work and are dedicated to the complex challenges facing today's world. Our culture fosters engagement and enthusiasm, attracts and retains proven experts, and maintains a flexible environment that supports clients and staff.
We support your life outside of the office, too, with benefits including:
Highly competitive medical insurance and multiple plans to choose from
Dental and vision insurance plans
Tuition assistance
Professional development opportunities
Eight paid hours a year that you can devote to charity
Flexible work schedules
The Tauri Group is an EEO employer. To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.taurigroup.com.
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