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Axle

Senior Advisor

Salary$110k – $118k
LocationAxle Informatics LLC, Bethesda, MD
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentProfessional Services
Company size11+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen3d ago
About the company
(ID: 2026-3511)
About the role
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Benefits
Axle is seeking a Senior Advisor to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) in Bethesda, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
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100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
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Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
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401K match up to 5%
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Educational Benefits for Career Growth
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Employee Referral Bonus
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Flexible Spending Accounts:
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Healthcare (FSA)
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Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
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Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
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Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Position Overview
Nice to have
The Senior Advisor will provide scientific administration, coordination, communication, and financial management support services to NHLBI’s Division of Blood Diseases and Resources (DBDR) in support of the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program. This role independently supports the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of scientific and administrative program activities, including facilitating stakeholder communication, maintaining program databases and websites, and assisting with financial and administrative coordination related to HIV/AIDS research relevant to heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders. A Master’s degree in a health or science-related discipline is required (Doctoral degree preferred), along with a minimum of ten (10) years of NIH scientific program management experience. Direct NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program experience is preferred, and candidates must have experience conducting quantitative and/or qualitative portfolio analysis, supporting NIH-wide HIV committees and working groups, and translating HIV research priorities into funding opportunity announcements, program announcements, requests for applications, or related funding mechanisms.
Additional Qualifications
Education & Experience
Responsibilities
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Master’s degree in a health or science-related discipline required; Doctoral degree preferred
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Minimum of ten (10) years of NIH scientific program management experience required
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Direct NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program experience preferred
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Experience conducting quantitative and/or qualitative portfolio analysis in support of scientific program management required
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Experience supporting NIH-wide HIV committees and working groups required
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Experience translating HIV research priorities into funding opportunity announcements, program announcements, requests for applications, or related funding mechanisms required
Deliverables
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Work products and documents related to developing and coordinating scientific initiatives, programs, and activities; planning, initiating, monitoring, and conducting analyses; evaluating changes in program plans, objectives, and funding; and maintaining databases and spreadsheets
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Work products and documents related to performing analyses; preparing reports to assess effectiveness of programs; reviewing planning proposals; developing and implementing comprehensive studies of performance measures; and developing metrics and milestones
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Work products and documents related to developing reports to identify changes in program direction and operation; reviewing documentation for compliance; coordinating activities and data calls; and conducting literature reviews and online searches
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Work products and documents related to arranging seminars and workshops; maintaining public and Intranet websites; developing administrative SOPs; and preparing scientific talks and presentations
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Work products and documents related to facilitating communications; developing working groups and meetings; preparing meeting materials; completing progress reports and PowerPoint presentations; supporting NHLBI HIV/AIDS budget activities; and managing coding of HIV/AIDS grants
Statement of Work Details
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Collaborate with staff on general scientific issues related to the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program, with active participation in the research agendas
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Work with staff on the development and coordination of scientific initiatives, including Program Announcements (PAs), Requests for Applications (RFAs), and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
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Support the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of scientific programs and activities
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Plan, initiate, monitor, and conduct administrative/portfolio analyses to evaluate program effectiveness in meeting established goals
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Analyze and evaluate changes in program plans, objectives, and funding, and their effect on financial and programmatic milestones
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Maintain and update databases and spreadsheets
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Perform analysis and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of programs
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Review short- and long-range planning proposals to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and mission
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Develop and implement comprehensive studies of performance measures to evaluate program productivity, and develop metrics and milestones to assess program progress
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Advise the NHLBI AIDS Coordinator of unique conditions and issues affecting administrative functions
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Develop reports that identify and recommend changes in program direction and operation
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Review documentation for compliance with policy and procedures; oversee manuscript preparation; interpret instructions for adherence to format; organize manuscripts for review; collect data; and provide summaries for analysis and interpretation
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Coordinate activities and data calls from the NHLBI Immediate Office of the Director (IOD), NHLBI Financial Management Branch (FMB), NHLBI Office of Grants Management (OGM), NIH Office of AIDS Research (OAR), Congress, and the press
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Conduct literature reviews and online searches to examine the current state of HIV/AIDS-related heart, lung, blood, and sleep research, and prepare reports summarizing and synthesizing the body of work
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Prepare, present, and disseminate information about advances in promising new approaches and developments in HIV/AIDS-related heart, lung, blood, and sleep disease prevention and treatment
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Arrange seminars and workshops to assess the current state of the science of disease prevention, and facilitate collaborative efforts with NIH Institutes and Centers and other governmental and non-governmental agencies
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Maintain and update the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program public and Intranet websites
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Keep current on Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), NIH, NHLBI, and NIH OAR grants policies relevant to HIV/AIDS
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Develop administrative standard operating procedures for the program
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Work with staff on the preparation of scientific talks and presentations
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Assist in other NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program-related activities
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Facilitate communication among the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Team, NHLBI staff, and NHLBI leadership by providing information about the NHLBI HIV/AIDS Program and serving as a resource for general inquiries
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Facilitate communication with other Institutes/Centers and the NIH Office of AIDS Research
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Work with staff on the development and coordination of working groups and meetings, including team meetings
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Prepare materials for meetings, including agendas and background materials
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Complete progress reports; flag potential issues; synthesize and summarize research findings; and draft and finalize top-line reports and PowerPoint presentations
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Coordinate and disseminate information, provide status updates, and prepare reports to NHLBI leadership and OAR
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Collaborate with staff on administrative tasks regarding the NHLBI HIV/AIDS budget
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Manage coding of HIV/AIDS grants, as required by the NIH Office of AIDS Research on a quarterly basis
Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: [email protected]
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
Salary Range
$110,000—$118,000 USD
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