Duties

The Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) will provide technical leadership and guidance in basic and translational research areas to facilitate our understanding, treatment, and prevention of alcohol-associated organ damage. These positions offer opportunities to develop and lead scientific programs on the cutting-edge of research. Program officers advise the Institute on future scientific directions that encourage research in critical areas, develop targeted programs to foster innovative and high impact research, interact with investigators in diverse scientific areas, assess the progress of awarded grants and contracts, and serve as an expert resource for the scientific community and the public.

Candidates with a background in basic biology disciplines that inform understanding of health and pathophysiology of one or more of the organs and systems associated with alcohol damage are invited to apply. Of particular interest are candidates with expertise in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, statistical and bioinformatics know-how, or experience in the administration of observational studies and clinical cohorts.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

See vacancy announcement NIH-GR-DE-22-11338755 and/or NIH-GR-MP-22-11338768 during the open period for position requirements.

Qualifications

See vacancy announcement NIH-GR-DE-22-11338755 and/or NIH-GR-MP-22-11338768 during the open period for position requirements.

Education

See vacancy announcement NIH-GR-DE-22-11338755 and/or NIH-GR-MP-22-11338768 during the open period for the education requirements of the position.

Additional information

• We are not collecting applications through this posting.
• As a condition of employment, all federal employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. During the onboarding process, if selected, you must provide proof of vaccination. An official job offer and continued employment is contingent on this requirement. For more information on this requirement, visit the Safer Federal Workforce page on vaccines. If you need a COVID-19 vaccine, please visit Vaccines.gov .
• 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 announcement NIH-GR-DE-22-11338755 and/or NIH-GR-MP-22-11338768.
• 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.
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• 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.
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