Scientific Program Analyst

mPower, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Scientific Program Analyst to provide analytical, administrative, and programmatic support for scientific research initiatives within the client’s institute.

The ideal candidate will have experience in scientific program analysis, research administration, and project coordination, with the ability to analyze research data, support strategic initiatives, and communicate effectively with scientific and administrative stakeholders.

This role will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of scientific research programs while contributing to operational efficiency and organizational objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze scientific program data, research activities, and performance metrics to identify trends, assess outcomes, and recommend process improvements.

• Monitor and track scientific research initiatives, program milestones, deliverables, and outcomes to support program effectiveness.

• Support the review, tracking, and coordination of grant applications, progress reports, and continuation documentation.

• Prepare analytical reports, presentations, briefing materials, and program summaries for leadership and key stakeholders.

• Assist with scientific policy updates, program evaluations, and strategic planning initiatives.

• Coordinate scientific projects, meetings, and stakeholder communications to ensure timely completion of program objectives.

• Develop, maintain, and organize scientific program documentation, databases, tracking systems, and administrative records.

• Collaborate with scientific staff, program officials, and administrative teams to support research priorities and program operations.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve data management, and enhance overall program efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, public health, engineering, research administration, or a related field.

• Experience in scientific program analysis, research administration, program coordination, or scientific program management.

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and summarize complex information.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, presentations, and briefing materials.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with data analysis or reporting tools.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with scientific professionals, leadership, and diverse stakeholders.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate program documentation and records.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a scientific, public health, engineering, or related discipline.

• Previous experience supporting federal scientific research programs.

• Familiarity with federal research funding processes, grants administration, and scientific reporting requirements.

• Experience supporting strategic planning, scientific policy initiatives, or program evaluations.

• Experience developing dashboards, tracking research metrics, or using data visualization tools.

mPower, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants or employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth or related condition), citizenship, familial status, mental or physical disability status, veteran status, genetic information, other non-disqualifying disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.