Small Business Program Assistant - Columbus Technologies

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder
W2 with full benefit

Some travel may be required
Offer contingent on ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen

Eligible for some Telework

Columbus Technologies and Services Inc. is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Columbus offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world. We are currently seeking a Small Business Program Assistant to work onsite with the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD.

This is a long-term position which offers:
- Competitive salary
- Tremendous growth opportunity
- Opportunity to work at NIH, the world's foremost medical research center
- Learn more about what Columbus can do for you at www.columbususa.com

The US base salary for this full-time position is $30-35/hr + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The NIGMS Small Business program seeks a exceptional candidate to fill the role of Small Business Program Assistant to assist the Small Business Strategy Coordinator with activities related to the NIGMS Small Business Program.
• Researches and evaluates the operation of the organization's scientific programs
• Researches, interprets and summarizes background materials from a variety of scientific sources.
• Compiles data and creates and prepares graphs, slides and presentations.
• Performs logistical planning of various scientific meetings, lectures, workshops.
• Plans, organizes and participates at a senior level in technical meetings and consultations.
• Reviews and evaluates the performance of the organization.
• Analyzes existing scientific programs and makes recommendations for improvement.

Required Skills:
• Master’s degree in biology or a related discipline
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Knowledge of NIH grants and funding mechanisms
• Portfolio analysis
• Technology transfer
• Data analysis
• Gap analysis

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:
We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class. EEO/AA/MFDV

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