BACKGROUND

SAIC-Frederick, Inc., the operations and technical support contractor for the NCI-Frederick, has an exciting opportunity for an Integrative Cancer Research Bioinformatics Program Management Lead for the caBIG project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program manager for multiple biomedical informatics projects within the Integrative Cancer Research (ICR) Work Space in support of the cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid™ (caBIG) Develops tools and interfaces that provide for integration between biomedical informatics applications and data. Requires knowledge of Computational Biology, Biomedical Informatics approaches and tools used in cancer research. The program management lead will assist the NCI CBIIT leadership team in the planning of informatics projects by preparing requests for proposals; advising NCI CBIIT leadership in evaluating proposals, managing caBIG software deliverables and artifacts and performing project risk assessment. He/she will define and perform user acceptance procedures and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements in the biomedical domain. Responsible for producing high quality summary presentations for NCI CBIIT collaborators, publications and scientific meetings. Work closely with individuals from caBIG Workspaces, Cancer Centers, NCI-supported research endeavors, federal, academic, not-for profit and industry organizations. Act as advisor to subcontractors to meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements and to resolve technical problems. Apply expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts to directing the development of biomedical informatics resources. Exercise independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results; work with caBIG Program Management Contractor to ensure that Program priorities are met.

REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in biomedical science, physics, engineering, computer science or related field or eight (8) years of related experience in lieu of degree. 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 educational requirements, a minimum of five (5) years job related experience is required. Experience in managing large-scale scientific software development projects from inception through delivery. Successful candidates will have biomedical domain knowledge. Experience in managing large-scale scientific software development projects from inception through delivery, including one or more of the following sub-domains: genomics, proteomics, laboratory information management, biomedical imaging, tissue banking, clinical trials and translational research. Experience in a highly integrated, multi-disciplinary environment consisting of physicians, biological scientists, engineers, and computer scientists. This position is subject to obtaining a Public Trust Clearance.

COMPENSATION

Excellent compensation package accompanies our position.

HOW TO APPLY

For immediate consideration, please apply online at our website: http://www.saic.com for position # 115089. SAIC is an equal opportunity employer and values cultural diversity in the workplace.