Program Director

GDIT

Bethesda, MD, USA
Base: $191,250 - $258,750; bonus/equity: not speci...
Hybrid
Contract management for government services
Managing 100+ employee workforce
High-throughput life science recruitment
GDIT is seeking a Program Director for its Scientific Staffing Program in Bethesda, MD, to oversee contract management and operational activities supporting NIH professional services. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in managing government contracts and a strong background in hiring and managing large teams of life scientists

Job Summary

  • The Program Director will provide overall leadership for contract management activities supporting NIH professional services in the life science sector.
  • Candidates must demonstrate experience managing large-scale BPA or IDIQ contracts and leading teams of over 100 employees.
  • GDIT offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, full flex work weeks, and up to 25 days of paid time off annually.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

GDIT is seeking a Program Director for its Scientific Staffing Program in Bethesda, MD, to oversee contract management and operational activities supporting NIH professional services. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in managing government contracts and a strong background in hiring and managing large teams of life scientists.

Salary

Base: $191,250 - $258,750; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k) match, health plans, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Contract management for government services
  • Managing 100+ employee workforce
  • High-throughput life science recruitment
  • Visa and immigration sponsorship oversight
  • Subcontractor and customer reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with NIH professional services
  • Ability to present at government leadership level
  • Rapid turnaround hiring capabilities
  • Conflict mediation skills
  • Proactive issue alerting to government clients

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 15+ years of related experience
  • US Citizenship not required but Public Trust clearance needed
  • Located in DMV area near Bethesda MD
  • Ability to obtain MBI (T2) clearance

Work Rights

Public Trust clearance required; US citizenship not required

Sponsorship: available

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