Senior Advisor/Grants Program Analyst

(ID: 2026-3392)

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 Senior Advisor/Grants Program Analyst to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the 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)

Overview:

Axle's team with the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), Division of Extramural Research Activities, Office of Grants Management (OGM) is currently hiring a Senior Grants Advisor to independently provide grants management support services that satisfy the overall operational objectives of the Institute. The contractor will support review, analysis, correspondence, and administrative actions associated with competing grant applications and related grants management activities. 

Background Information and Objective: 

The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute requires specialized grants management support to assist the Office of Grants Management with workload processing, administrative analysis, communication, and portfolio support for competing applications and pending awards. The objective is to ensure timely, accurate, and policy-compliant grants management support in accordance with applicable NIH regulations, NHLBI procedures, and established deadlines.

Objectives

• Provide grants management support for competing applications and award-related administrative processes.

• Support timely review, analysis, and documentation of grant applications and related materials.

• Facilitate communication with grantees and Federal staff regarding administrative issues, prior approvals, and funding-related matters.

• Assist with portfolio analysis, supplements, funding actions, and pending award workload as needed.

Specific Requirements:

1. Triage competing grant applications

   1. Set appropriate work priorities, apply knowledge of organizational needs and deadlines, and follow up to ensure receipt of required documentation, including uploading documents to the official grant folder.

   2. Perform thorough review of competing grant applications, including noting any bars to funding, foreign involvement, and summary statement concerns, within specified timeframes, including timely issuance of award notices.

   3. Perform administrative analysis including budget concerns, human and animal subject codes, and regulatory analyses of grant applications using basic knowledge of applicable NIH grant policies and NHLBI procedures.

2. Facilitate communication and correspondence

   1. Respond to inquiries and/or policy and procedural guidance sent to grantees and Federal staff, and serve as a resource of information by providing recommendations for grantee and Federal staff.

   2. Respond to communications such as letters, memos, phone calls, and e-mails.

   3. Prepare correspondence that fully and accurately addresses administrative issues, including prior approvals, in a clear and concise manner.

   4. Collaborate with program and grantee staff on information required prior to award.

3. Participate in cooperative efforts to accomplish Office, Division, and Institute goals

   1. Assist in OGM supplements.

   2. Assist in OGM funding.

   3. Assist in OGM portfolio analysis of pending awards.

Education:

• Master’s degree is required

Experience:

• Minimum twelve (12) years of specialized NIH grants management experience

• Experience using eRA IMPAC II to process competing grant applications and issue award packages is required.

• Experience reviewing applications for budget, compliance, and award readiness concerns is require

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: [email protected]

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.