Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer & Scientific Review Officer) Job

Vacancy No. NIH-NIMH--FA-24-12516326 Department National Institutes of Health
Salary $86,962.00 to $191,900.00 Grade 12 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/4/2024 Close Date 9/25/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Frederick, MDMontgomery County, MDNIH - US Locations


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

Thank you for your interest in this Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer & Scientific Review Officer) position. We are accepting applications through vacancy announcement # NIH-GR-MP-12516327 and NIH-GR-DE-24-12516326. The NIMH will accept applications on 09/16/2024-09/25/2024 at the links below. Please click the following link to review and apply: GS-0601-12/13/14-NIH-GR-MP-24-12516327
and GS-0601-12/13/14-NIH-GR-DE-24-12516326.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Foreign nationals or legal permanent residents are not eligible for consideration. {{ Placeholder - remove if not needed: This job is also open to USPHS Commissioned Corps Officers and Call-To-Active Duty (CAD) Candidates. }}

Duties

Individuals are encouraged to apply who can initiate, plan, develop, and direct NIMH extramural research programs administered by the Branch. The selected candidate will serve as Program Officer for a portfolio of grants, contracts, and/or cooperative agreements and participate in collaborative activities with other NIH institutes and Federal departments or agencies, as appropriate. Competitive candidates are expected to have a good understanding of how biomedical research is performed and expertise in interdisciplinary genomics research focusing on understanding the brain and behavior. Prior research experience and familiarity with current literature in human genomics related to CNS disorders are desired, but not essential. This position requires working independently and collaboratively and offers opportunities to impact priorities, develop new initiatives, and contribute to the advancement of a national research program. Applicants must demonstrate one-year of independent research experience, which involved the planning, organizing, and conducting of biomedical or health-related research; and one-year of program administration in these fields. Strong organizational, oral, writing and communication skills are required. Experience managing research programs and coordinating professional groups and associations' activities is also desirable. Experience with the grant review process is preferable.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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Qualifications

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Education

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Additional information

  • We are not accepting applications through this announcement: NIH-NIMH--FA-24-12516326.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
  • PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to NIH-GR-MP-12516327 and/or NIH-GR-DE-24-12516326. to receive consideration.
  • We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions.
  • The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
  • The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
  • Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

See vacancy announcement during the open period for how you will be evaluated.

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.

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in this position. We are accepting applications through vacancy announcement # NIH-GR-MP-12516327 and/or NIH-GR-DE-24-12516326.

To apply to this position, please log into your USAJOBS account and go to: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806671300/preview and/or https://www.usajobs.gov/job/806673900/preview between 09/16/24 and 09/25/24, to submit your application. Please read and follow all instructions in the announcement, complete the online application, and submit the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section no later than the closing date.

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Agency contact information

Melissa Duffy
Address
National Institutes of Health
6701 Rockledge Drive
Bethesda, MD 20892
US
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Next steps

If interested, we encourage you to apply during the opening period 09/16/24-09/25/24.


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