Program Manager - onsite 5x/week
Insight Global
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Program Manager to support the National Science Foundations (NSF) Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Directorate. This role will be responsible for overseeing program operations, research management, proposal review logistics, and stakeholder coordination to ensure the successful administration of NSF-funded research initiatives.
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in program management, research oversight, and federal grants administration, combined with a strong background in science, engineering, or mathematics. This role requires exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-profile government research environment.
Day-to-Day:
1. Program Management & Strategic Coordination
Assist in the development, execution, and oversight of NSF research programs, ensuring alignment with the agencys mission.
Lead the preparation and clearance of program solicitations, strategic plans, and funding initiatives.
Develop and maintain program timelines, tracking mechanisms, and reporting frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.
Design and deliver data-driven program evaluations, offering insights into research funding distribution and project success rates.
Ensure program compliance with NSF policies, federal regulations, and grant management best practices.
2. Proposal Review & Research Administration
Oversee and manage the NSF peer review process, providing logistical and administrative support to ensure timely and effective proposal evaluations.
Assist in panelist recruiting and engagement, leveraging data analysis and outreach tools to build diverse, expert reviewer pools.
Coordinate and support scientific review panels, site visits, and working group meetings, ensuring seamless execution and documentation.
Analyze proposal review trends and make recommendations for process improvements and strategic funding allocations.
Draft, refine, and distribute public research abstracts, review summaries, and decision documentation for funded and declined proposals.
3. Stakeholder Engagement & External Communications
Serve as a liaison between NSF Program Officers, research institutions, and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and information-sharing.
Develop and refine presentation materials, public reports, and funding announcements, ensuring clear communication of NSF priorities and initiatives.
Monitor policy developments, emerging research trends, and programmatic shifts to provide actionable insights to NSF leadership.
Lead efforts to enhance community engagement and interagency collaboration by supporting workshops, roundtables, and strategic discussions.
Coordinate logistics for workshops and other community engagement events
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Skills and Requirements
Required education, skills, and experience
Masters degree in a CISE-supported field (Computer or Information Science, Engineering, or Mathematics) required.
10 years of experience in program management, research administration, or federally funded research initiatives.
Deep experience in research project oversight, stakeholder engagement, and federal grant management.
Extensive experience with research proposal evaluations, peer review processes, and strategic funding oversight.
Background in policy analysis, program evaluation, and federal compliance management.
Strong ability to work independently in high-stakes environments, requiring excellent judgment, discretion, and initiative.
Experience in data analytics, research performance tracking, and process automation to drive efficiencies and decision-making. null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
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