Aptive seeks an experienced Analyst to support the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER).

The Analyst will support key research, administrative and operational functions that enhance the FDA’s regulatory science mission. This role will contribute to the planning, tracking, and documentation of applied research projects and process improvement initiatives. The Analyst will engage across teams to support the implementation of strategic plans, organize data, assist in meeting preparation, and help deliver evidence-based insights that drive decision-making.

• 5+ years of relevant experience supporting federal programs or research initiatives; experience in program evaluation, regulatory analysis, or scientific research support preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Policy, Science, Data Analytics or other related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; experience with Power Automate and PowerBI highly preferred.

• Experience coordinating or tracking deliverables in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to coordinate activities for clinical studies, including the preparation of task documentation and communication with collaborators.
• Understanding of the clinical research lifecycle and/or FDA regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to track research project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, and support the submission of required reporting to stakeholders.
• Familiarity with manuscript development, referencing software (e.g., EndNote), or SOP documentation.
• Experience assisting in the preparation of project documentation, such as concept papers, meeting summaries, status reports and literature reviews.
• Experience supporting administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, drafting agendas, capturing action items and distributing follow up communications as well as maintaining centralized project repositories and team dashboards. 
• Strong interpersonal and written communications skills.

Aptive is a management consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. With more than 500 employees across the U.S., we primarily support the federal government – more than a dozen agencies like Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Library of Commerce, Customs and Border Protection and the National Science Foundation. Our work focuses on applying creativity, technology and human-centered services to improve performance, bridge divides and elevate the lives of millions of people who count on government. services every day. 

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.