Overview:
The Project Coordinator will support the Office of Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) innovative Catalyst Program. This will be a dynamic role supporting a fast paced division within the federal government.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and supporting a range of project/program management activities, including requests for proposals, application review, organizing subject matter expert review panels, contract support, communications, and the tracking of schedules, milestones, and metrics
• Working with a variety of stakeholders, including government, private industry, non-profit organizations, academia, etc.—both domestic and international
• Supporting health-related innovations/startups and their business, technical, and funding needs across the stages of product development
• Networking within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, including with accelerators and incubators
• Planning and moderating regularly scheduled meetings as well as occasional pitch competitions and company showcases
• Creating and editing marketing/communication content for leadership meetings, external presentations, public announcements, blogposts, and various social media platforms.
• Coordinating with colleagues across the Catalyst Office and BARDA as it relates to the activities and functions of the BARDA Accelerator Network and the Blue Knight program.

What we’re seeking

• Entrepreneurial individuals who are willing to roll up their sleeves, dig in, and make an impact
• Passionate about innovation in health and the development of life-saving medical countermeasures
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft tools, collaborative software, and various social media platforms
• Must be organized, able to multi-task, manage ad-hoc tasks, and quickly execute best action plans
• Ability to work with others and have interpersonal skills in presenting recommendations and negotiating solutions to disputed recommendations
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to prepare and present findings and recommendations, to prepare complex reports, and to negotiate solutions to disputed recommendations

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biological Science, Engineering, Business Management, or similar disciplines

Required Experience:

• At least 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably working at an accelerator or incubator
• Familiarity with biomedical product development life cycle
• Familiarity with incubators and accelerators models and objectives
• Understands the dynamics of the entrepreneurial ecosystem and familiarity with early-stage biomedical technologies and startups

Required Clearance:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance

About Drodex:

Drodex LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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