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Duties
As a GS-0601-12/13/14 Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) at DCVS/NHLBI, the incumbent will:
- Collaborate and work closely with the Division Director and other program officials and staff in a myriad of scientific and administrative management activities.
- Administer a portfolio of extramural research grants, cooperative agreements, contracts (when applicable), training awards, and will manage program priorities to fulfill the mission of Division and NHLBI.
- Develop, write, and present new scientific concepts leading to funding opportunity announcements that bridge existing gaps in Division's scope of work (and/or scientific areas of common interest across Divisions) and promote high-quality science focused on atherosclerosis, atherothrombosis, coronary artery disease, and aortic aneurysm, as funding permits.
- Consult with and advise grantees (and contractors, when applicable) during preparation of applications/proposals and provide guidance on program announcements and priorities.
- Perform scientific and administrative reviews and analysis of applications/proposals from a programmatic viewpoint.
- Organize and conduct workshops, conferences, symposia, or similar activities, as funds permit.
- Prepare scientific position papers and staff documents, highlights of significant research findings in mission-related areas, and special reports on scientific areas or programs within the Division and/or NHLBI's priorities and interests, including reports emerging from collaborations with non-NIH entities, as the opportunity arises.
- Represent the Division or NHLBI on committees, panels, and workgroups, at conferences and meeting as an authority in planning, development, and implementation of minority health and health/health care disparities research programs.
- Work across the NIH and other government and non-government agencies to promote and coordinate research focused on atherosclerosis, atherothrombosis, coronary artery disease, and aortic aneurysm.
The Ideal Applicant
NHLBI seeks candidates with appropriate background and experience. Ideal GS-0601-12/13/14 Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) candidates will have experience leading multidisciplinary research, translating discoveries into clinical applications, and managing complex projects from preclinical to clinical trials. A background in population science, including multi-omics and environmental impacts on cardiovascular health, is highly desirable. Strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and experience in overseeing significant research programs are also essential.
Requirements
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Qualifications
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Education
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Required Documents
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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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