# Program Analyst (Biomedical Research)

> Ripple Effect · Frederick, United States (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-11

**Salary:** USD 64,281–72,000

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Research and Evaluation

## Description

**General Information**

-   **Job Code:** SHR-SR-02
-   **Location:** Fort Detrick, Fredrick, MD (fully remote available)
-   **Employee Type:** Exempt, Full-Time Regular  
    _(Ask our recruiters about_ [_flexible work arrangements_](https://rippleeffect.com/life-at-ripple/#section-flexible)_)_
-   **Telework:** Remote
-   **Clearance:** NACI
-   **Salary Range:** $64,281.67 - $72,000.00 per year _(how we_ [_pay and promote_](https://rippleeffect.com/hiring-process/#section-pay)_)_

**Are you passionate about bridging science and strategy to drive progress forward?**

Ripple Effect is looking for a Program Analyst to provide technical, administrative, programmatic, and analysis support services to supporting our [Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)](https://cdmrp.health.mil/) client to advance their mission of funding innovative medical research. A successful candidate will be a self-starter who gets the job done, can handle a wide range of independent tasks, and enjoys the energy of supporting a government enterprise with intelligent colleagues and fast-paced programs. They will help assess program and scientific impact, design and execute evaluation activities, and synthesize data into actionable next steps.

While not an exhaustive list, responsibilities include:

**Primary Responsibilities**

-   Collect, clean, and organize program and biomedical research output/outcome data for analysis.
-   Analyze datasets including IP data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
-   Create clear data visualizations, summaries, and briefing materials for scientific and military audiences.
-   Track and manage data-related tasks and deliverables.
-   Document data sources, methods, and outputs for transparency.
-   Develop and maintain tools and templates for standardized data management.
-   Respond to data requests including taskers and program specific tasks and monitor centralized communications.
-   Conduct quality checks on datasets and reports.
-   Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify data needs and priorities.
-   Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

## Requirements

**Minimum Education and Experience**

-   Bachelor's degree in science, health, healthcare or related area, and
-   4+ years of professional experience in related biomedical or public health field

**Basic Requirements**

-   Electronic database and spreadsheet experience with ability to prepare and maintain complex spreadsheets.
-   Excellent verbal and written communication skills for face-to-face interaction with clients, coworkers, and stakeholders by sharing information through structured emails, meeting summaries, and internal updates, confirming understanding and contributing to open, two-way communication.
-   Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills with ability to track progress on multiple assigned tasks by priority and communicate potential scheduling issues to ensure timely completion.
-   Highly efficient and extremely detail oriented with demonstrated capacity for detailed organization and synthesis of abstract and disparate information in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
-   Ability to work independently and know when to seek assistance.
-   Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. 

**Skills That Set You Apart**

-   Master’s degree in a biomedical-related field
-   Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
-   Experience with Power Apps building dashboards to support data driven decision making
-   Basic knowledge of AI tools, including their limitations and risks, and how they can be applied to support project management tasks
-   Experience conducting a systematic assessment of a program or project’s inputs, activities, and outputs to determine its value or worth and to improve the program.

## Benefits

At Ripple Effect, we reward our employees for their contributions to our mission. Our comprehensive total rewards package includes [competitive pay,  exceptional benefits](http://rippleeffect.com/Ripple_Effect_Total_Rewards_Package.pdf), and a range of programs that support your work/life balance and personalized preferences. 

[Learn more about our benefits and culture](https://rippleeffect.com/life-at-ripple/).

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