Clinical Program Manager

Bethesda, MD$140,000 - $150,000

(ID: 2026-2884)

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).

Axle is seeking a Clinical Program Manager to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Cancer Institute (NCI) located in Bethesda, MD.

Benefits We Offer:

100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match up to 5%
Educational Benefits for Career Growth
Employee Referral Bonus
Flexible Spending Accounts:
- Healthcare (FSA)
- Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
- Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Overview

The Contractor shall provide personnel capable of supporting complex clinical research portfolios and ensuring efficient coordination among investigators, research teams, oversight offices, regulatory agencies, collaborating institutions, and other stakeholders involved in the conduct of clinical research. Requires a Master's degree.

Additional Qualifications

Certifications & Licenses

SOCRA Certification
FAC-P/M Certification
FAC-COR Certification
PMP Certification
Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)

Field of Study

Health and Medical Administrative Services
Nursing

Software

Experience with clinical trial management systems and research databases

Skills

Experience with technology transfer agreements, clinical trial agreements, cooperative research and development agreements, or related research partnerships
Experience supporting NIH, NCI, academic medical centers, or federally funded research programs

Deliverables

Monthly Activity Report — Monthly
Portfolio Status Report — Monthly
Risk Management Report — Monthly
Financial Status Report — Monthly
Regulatory Tracking Report — Monthly
Strategic Planning Support Reports — Ad-Hoc
Annual Program Summary Report — Yearly
Final Contract Summary Report — Ad-Hoc

Statement of Work Details

Coordinate operational activities for clinical studies — 1
Assist with feasibility assessments for proposed clinical trials — 2
Support startup activities for new studies — 3
Coordinate participating sites for multi-center trials — 4
Monitor study progress and enrollment-related metrics — 5
Facilitate communication among study stakeholders
Provide comprehensive management and oversight of assigned clinical research portfolios
Develop and maintain project management plans for clinical research projects
Monitor project schedules, timelines, deliverables, dependencies, and milestones
Track portfolio performance metrics and report progress to leadership
Assist Branch Chiefs and Program Leadership in prioritization of research activities
Support portfolio planning and resource allocation efforts
Monitor project execution to ensure alignment with organizational objectives
Lead development and maintenance of project-specific work plans
Coordinate project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout activities
Facilitate project meetings and maintain meeting documentation
Track action items and follow-up activities
Monitor project performance and identify potential barriers to success
Assist investigators and research teams in achieving project objectives
Develop risk mitigation and response plans
Monitor identified risks throughout the project lifecycle
Escalate significant issues to leadership as appropriate
Coordinate corrective actions and resolution activities
Identify operational, regulatory, financial, and programmatic risks
Monitor and coordinate activities associated with protocol development, protocol amendments, Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, regulatory submissions, continuing reviews, study activation activities, and clinical trial monitoring activities
Support preparation for audits, inspections, and monitoring visits
Coordinate activities among investigators, regulatory staff, data managers, and clinical teams
Monitor compliance-related milestones and deliverables
Facilitate timely submission of required regulatory documents
Assist with development of project-specific budgets
Monitor expenditures and financial performance
Track project funding and resource utilization
Develop financial forecasts
Identify potential budgetary concerns and recommend corrective actions
Prepare financial status reports for leadership review
Serve as liaison between assigned research programs and the Office of the Clinical Director (OCD), NCI Technology Transfer Center, regulatory offices, collaborating institutions, industry partners, and other NIH and NCI organizations
Coordinate leadership briefings and status updates
Prepare communication materials and project summaries
Assist Government personnel with development of Statements of Work
Assist with technical evaluations and acquisition planning activities
Track contractor performance, deliverables, and invoice status
Monitor contract milestones and option periods
Support COR activities as requested
Support strategic planning initiatives
Analyze program performance and operational effectiveness
Develop recommendations for process improvements
Assist leadership with prioritization of future research initiatives
Support implementation of organizational best practices

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: careers@axleinfo.com

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

$140,000—$150,000 USD

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