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The Center for Health Systems and Policy Modeling (CHSPM) is seeking a strategic, highly organized **_Sr. Program Manager_** to lead the coordination and execution of Center activities. Reporting to Dr. Melinda B. Buntin, Center Director and Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Health Policy and Economics, this individual will oversee the full lifecycle of research projects, lead communications and dissemination efforts, coordinate with internal and external partners, and provide operational leadership to ensure the Center’s work is impactful and well-supported.

This role is ideal for a self-directed, detail-oriented professional, who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys translating complex work into actionable results.

CHSPM, affiliated with the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Carey Business School and Hopkins Business of Health Initiative, was established to provide actionable insights into the economic effects of health care policies, particularly those impacting the Medicare program. The Center is developing a supply-side microsimulation model of the U.S. health care system to evaluate how policies related to funding, payment mechanisms, and institutional structures affect care delivery, provider behavior, and patient outcomes.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

+ Serve as the Center’s primary operational lead, managing all administrative, logistical, and organizational functions to support its research and programmatic activities.

+ Lead project management for research initiatives, including scope development, timeline management, execution, and delivery of high-quality outputs.

+ Design and implement systems and workflows that promote operational efficiency.

+ Supervise and mentor research staff, trainees, and interns; provide day-to-day guidance and performance feedback.

+ Develop and manage budgets for grant proposals and active projects in collaboration with finance staff and PI; monitor expenditures, oversee grant spend-down, and ensure compliance.

+ Write, revise, and coordinate grant proposals; identify and track funding opportunities aligned with the Center’s research and policy goals.

+ Oversee or contribute to the development of research deliverables, ensuring content is tailored to key audiences including policymakers and funders.

+ Plan and execute Center-hosted events; manage associated logistics, communications, and partner coordination.

+ Lead the Center’s communications strategy, including newsletters, policy briefs, website updates, and social media engagement.

+ Prepare materials for internal and external presentations, briefings, and meetings in collaboration with the Director.

+ Represent the Center in meetings with funders, collaborators, university stakeholders, and policy partners.

+ Anticipate and address operational, staffing, and strategic challenges; act as a problem-solver and advisor to the Director on priorities and resource allocation.

+ Develop, submit, and maintain Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Data Use Agreement (DUA) applications; manage amendments and ensure compliance throughout the lifecycle of research projects.

+ Manage recruitment and hiring processes; serve as liaison to HR, finance, and administrative units across JHU.

+ Lead and support special projects as needed.

_*Please submit a cover letter and one writing sample as part of your application package. The anticipated start date for this role is August 2025._

Minimum Qualifications

+ Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Health Administration, Economics, Business, or a related field.

+ Five years of related experience in a university or business development setting, with at least three years managing staff.

+ Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Prior experience managing complex projects and programs.

+ Demonstrated ability to develop and manage budgets and grant proposals across multiple funding sources.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Proven ability to collaborative effectively across departments and institutions.

+ Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, MS Teams, Click-Up); strong Excel skills.

+ Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

Classified Title: Sr. Program Manager

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Program Manager

Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PG

Starting Salary Range: $99,800 - $175,000 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9 am – 5 pm

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department name: 60012930-HPM HSPM

Personnel area: School of Public Health

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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