These positions are located in the Office of the Scientific Director (OSD), Division of Intramural Research (DIR), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Duties

Manage the programs of the Division of Intramural Research (DIR) scientific operations team and business operations team. Lead, develop, coordinate, and implement strategic planning efforts. Manage compliance with special regulations and program requirements. Advise and recommend appropriate responses to data calls from internal and external agency, departmental, and federal inquires. Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work.

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.)
• 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.
• These position require education (you are strongly encouraged to submit transcripts).
• If selected, you will be tested for illegal drug use; and during employment you will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug testing. Employment is contingent on a negative drug test result.
• These positions require the incumbents to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

To qualify as a Supervisory Scientific Program Specialist, GS-0601-15, you must meet the following qualification requirements: Education Qualification: You must possess a Bachelor's degree, or graduate/higher level degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of this position. (This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained). AND Additional Qualifications: In addition, to qualify for a Supervisory Scientific Program Specialist, GS-0601-15 position at the GS-15 level, you must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: leading, developing, and coordinating strategic planning efforts for scientific and business operations; providing scientific operations support for biomedical research laboratories and specialized containment facilities; developing and advising on policies, procedures, and requirements for the planning and conduct of intramural research programs; and coordinating and collaborating with other organization and staff on intramural research scientific and business operations. 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/12098897

Education

This position has an education requirement. 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 package. 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: John Barr
• Phone: 406-375-9601
• Email: [email protected]