The purpose of this position is for the incumbent to serve as the Director of Medical Countermeasures (MCM) Preparedness and Response in the BARDA OD and reports to the Director of MCM Programs. The incumbent primarily focuses on addressing these three critical gaps: lead efforts to improve response capabilities, develop and implement a more structured response plan, and support ASPR and whole-of-Government response to address new, future emergencies.

Requirements

• This employer participates in the E-Verify Program
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Subject to satisfactory security and suitability determinations
• New appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period
• You must meet the qualification requirements of this position no later than the closing date of the job opportunity announcement.
• Transcripts are required.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

Graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the 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. At a minimum, the candidate must possess a doctoral-level degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, including: Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M., D.D.S., D.M.D., Sc.D., or other research doctoral-degree widely recognized in U.S. academe as equivalent to a Ph.D. 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. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear demonstration that the applicant possesses the scope and quality of experience sufficient to effectively carry out the above-described responsibilities. A doctoral-level degree and significant work experience demonstrating a high degree of relevant expertise in research, development, manufacturing, and regulatory approval of medical countermeasures against Chemical, and/or Biological (such as infectious disease), and/or Radiological and/or Nuclear threats. At least five (5) years of experience managing product development and product procurement contracts. Professional knowledge of the U.S. Government acquisition, procurement, and contracting processes. At least one (1) year of experience successfully leading a large team of individuals with diverse experiences, skills, and backgrounds from across an organization's departments and from outside organizations in the development MCMs. Experience identifying and managing critical requirements, situational reporting, response related assets, and MCM-related logistics. Experience leading collaboration and coordination efforts with global partners. Experience working with and leading complex negotiations, including research and development and procurement contract negotiations, in time sensitive situations. Experience leading and coordinating a large, matrixed rapid-response or similar time-sensitive effort. Strong oral and written communication skills, particularly with respect to communicating complex scientific and technical information.

Education

This position has an education requirement. You must 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; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer. Failure to submit transcripts or indicate college courses information will cause loss of consideration for this position.

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov.

Contacts

• Address Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response 200 Independence Ave. SW Washington, DC 20201 US
• Name: ADRIENNE ANDERSON
• Phone: 202-478-0523
• Email: [email protected]