US: Program Manager – advanced technologies in areas such as nanotechnology

Job Description

SAIC is a FORTUNE 500 ® scientific, engineering, and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy and the environment, critical infrastructure, and health. The company’s approximately 45, 000 employees serve customers in the U. S. Department of Defense, the intelligence community, the U. S. Department of Homeland Security, other U. S. Government civil agencies and selected commercial markets. Headquartered in McLean, Va. , SAIC had annual revenues of $10. 8 billion for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2010. SAIC: From Science to Solutions ® The Advanced Technology Program (ATP) provides cutting edge expertise and technologies primarily in support of National Cancer Institute (NCI) investigators. Basic function will be in support of the Director of Operations Advanced Technology Program, with working knowledge in areas such as budgeting, metrics, and overall management of tasks assigned with little oversight. The position will entail performing a variety of high level functions that will include planning and implementation of overall scientific program strategies, space management and planning, and overall coordination of program level functions. Position will occasionally be required to interact with senior level government staff, and the candidate must possess excellent communications and customer service skills. This position reports to the Director of Operations, ATP. REQUIRED SKILLS: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in science, business or related field from an accredited college or university or four (4) years related experience in lieu of degree. Master’s degree preferred. Foreign educated candidates who have completed part or all of their education outside of the United States must have their foreign education evaluated by an SAIC-approved accrediting organization to assure that it has met the equivalency of the qualifications of degree work in the United States. In addition to education requirements, a minimum of eight (8)or more years of progressively responsible management experience including four years of technical and/or administrative experience related to biomedical research. Candidate should have experience in creating, tracking, and reporting program related metrics, preferably in a scientific metrics. This position is subject to obtaining a Public Trust Clearance. DESIRED SKILLS: Project Management skills, strong writing capabilities, ability to work closely with scientific program Directors in development of metrics. Consider joining the ranks of SAIC’s 45, 000 employees who are committed to success and innovation. For immediate consideration, please submit your resume online. © SAIC. All rights reserved. Equal Opportunity Employer