The position is located in the Science Policy and Evaluation Branch (SPEB), Office of Science Policy, Planning and Communications (OSPPC) at NIMH. OSPPC creates and implements NIMH's communication efforts, information dissemination, media relations, and internal communications. It oversees outreach and education activities, planning, coordinating, and promoting NIMH interactions with professional, scientific, and community-based organizations with interest in the mission and/or programs of NIMH.

Duties

Contributes to a range of staff functions involving planning, policy development, and analysis necessary for key policy and program decisions by the division leadership. Develops reports and other staff documents on policies, programs, plans, research accomplishments, and other activities. Maintains awareness of scientific and legislative developments in mental health research and issues having implications for current and planned health research and research training programs. Identifies emerging programmatic problems and program needs-outlining, developing and recommending plans and programs to resolve problems and meet programmatic needs and responsibilities. Provide guidance, advice, and assistance to other senior federal leadership concerning major science policy issues affecting NIMH research. Establish working relationships with Institute staff and others and consults with a wide range of individuals who are involved in scientific research to identify major issues.

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.
• Position requires Education, please provide a copy of your transcripts.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: 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 (https://ope.ed.gov/accreditation) at the time the degree was obtained. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: You qualify at the GS-12 level: In addition to meeting the basic qualifications, you must demonstrate one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Summarizing and explaining health-related (e.g., mental health, mental health science policy) research findings for various audiences (e.g., the general public, scientists). 2.) Assisting with the development and implementation of programs, policies, or procedures to guide health-related (e.g., mental health) research. 3.) Collaborating with organizational stakeholders to develop/establish health-related (e.g., mental health, mental health science policy) research plans. AND 4.) Evaluating health related (e.g., mental health, mental health science policy) research findings using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and quantitative (e.g., regression) methods. You qualify at the GS-13 level: In addition to meeting the basic qualifications, you must demonstrate one (1) year of year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Summarizing and explaining health-related (e.g., mental health) research findings to various audiences (e.g., general public, scientists). 2.) Developing and/or implementing policies, programs, or procedures to guide health-related (e.g., mental health research. 3.) Collaborating with senior-level leadership (e.g., chief scientist, directors) to develop plans for conducting health-related (e.g., mental health, mental health science policy) research. 4.) Evaluating health-related (e.g., mental health) research findings using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and quantitative (e.g., regression) methods. AND 5.) Designing and/or implementing strategies to improve the effectiveness (e.g., timeliness, goal accomplishment) of a health-related (e.g., mental health) research program. 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. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application.? We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12458000

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 Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Melissa Duffy
• Phone: 301-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]