Program Analyst On-Site

GRACE TOLLINI

Silver Spring, Maryland

301-***-**** • ********@*****.***

EXPERIENCE

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH (NIH) Rockville, MD

Scientific Program Analyst at National Institutes of Allergy, Immunology and Transplantation 2002 - May 2025

● Awards

Distinguished Performance Award 2008 from Kelly Services

Distinguished Achievement Award 2012 from Kelly Government Solutions

● Conference & Event Management

Planned and executed logistics for over 230 scientific meetings, workshops, symposia, and investigator conferences; collaborated with contractors to coordinate venues, accommodations, and production of meeting materials. Contributed to the promotion of scientific research and collaboration of scientists across the world.

Served as the primary liaison between NIAID staff, external participants, and meeting planners, materials, and on-site logistics. Helped save federal funds with in-house production instead of using outside companies.

Drafted and proofread event documents including agendas, speaker correspondence, participant lists, and abstract books.

Designed and facilitated production of promotional materials such as posters and conference announcements.

● Programmatic Support & Project Coordination

Tracked milestones and action items for collaborative research initiatives across NIAID Centers; maintained and updated program spreadsheets and documentation.

Supported Steering Committee activities and facilitated communication across program branches and offices, including the Office of Biodefense Research.

Researched and synthesized background information to support the evaluation of new program proposals, milestone developments, and influenza research activities.

Reviewed and monitored biodefense contracts and expenditures; prepared summary reports for government review.

● Scientific Communication & Documentation

Drafted, edited, and finalized a wide range of programmatic documents, including meeting agendas, briefing materials, reports, and internal communications.

Ensured accuracy and consistency across written deliverables, often under tight deadlines and with high visibility to senior leadership.

Administrative Assistant, Office of the Director 2001 - 2002

● Provided administrative support to senior leadership, managing complex calendars, coordinating meetings, and preparing briefing materials for executive decision-making.

● Acted as primary liaison between the Director’s office and internal departments, ensuring efficient communication and timely response to inquiries and directives.

● Maintained confidential records, drafted official correspondence, and processed sensitive documentation with discretion and accuracy.

EDUCATION

FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF RIO GRANDE DO SUL Porto Alegre, Brazil M.B.A., Full-Time Program

UNIVERSITY OF BRASILIA Brasilia, Brazil

Bachelor’s of Social Sciences in Marketing and Human Resources ADDITIONAL

● Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish (Conversational)

● Software: Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, Query View Report (QVR), e-Verification Application (EVA), Qualtrics Experience

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