The Laboratory of Neurogenetics (LNG) position is located in the Intramural Research Program, National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD. LNG focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease. The Translational Gerontology Branch (TGB) position is located in the Intramural Research Program, National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health, in Baltimore, MD. TGB investigates and develops novel strategies to support healthy aging.

Duties

Oversee and manage the activities and/or functions necessary for the efficient and effective operation and productivity of the laboratory. Establish priorities for workload, anticipates upcoming work deadlines, and when necessary, shifts assignments to meet them. Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets, and adjusts short term priorities, with selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Develop performance standards and evaluates work performance of subordinates. Establish administrative controls and procedures; advise laboratory staff members on regulations and procedures, prioritizes in order to accommodate fluctuating workloads; prepares for meetings, and conferences, schedules appointments; gathers and summarizes information; follows up on all nonscientific matters; and coordinates the administrative work of the Laboratory. Maintain accurate Excel spreadsheets on expenditures, keeping the Lab Chief informed of real-time budget balances, committed and non-committed purchases.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Enter job specific requirements-i.e., drug testing, PhD, licensure, filer, etc.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• 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.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in gathering financial data for the development of annual budgets; preparing personnel actions; reviewing and approving travel requests; interpreting policies and regulations; and serving as an advisor on administrative matters; OR B. Completion of a Master's degree in an accredited or pre-accredited college or university; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or an LL.B. or J.D., if related; OR C. A combination of post-baccalaureate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12033321

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Eleanor Robinson
• Email: [email protected]