Supervisory Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)

Summary

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking scientist to serve as a Supervisory Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) . This is an exciting opportunity to combine scientific expertise, leadership, and program management to help advance NIH's mission and influence the future of biomedical and life sciences research.

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Duties

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• Manage and coordinate all functional requirements of the organization in an Extramural Division.
• Supervise Scientist Administrators, other scientists, and support staff.
• Enforce personnel management policies related to leave administration, promotion recommendations, employee counseling, and disciplinary actions.
• Build a cohesive work unit, relying on principles of human resource management.
• Manage workload and project priorities and ensure timelines are adhered to.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• 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 a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Position requires Education - please submit transcripts.
• Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Supervisory Program Officer), GS-0401 position, you must have:

A. Completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to this position, from an accredited college or university, OR

B. A combination of experience and education which includes courses comparable to a major in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry or related disciplines appropriate to this position, AND have appropriate experience or additional education which demonstrates similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the duties of this position.

In addition, to qualify for a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Supervisory Program Officer) at the GS-15 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector as described below.

• Published as a primary or corresponding (i.e., communicates with editors) author in research papers, books, patents, manuscripts, or reports summarizing analyses and findings that influenced strategic priorities, policies, or research direction;
• Served as a keynote speaker or panel chair at major scientific events (e.g., international conferences, annual conventions, interdisciplinary symposia) to influence strategic priorities, policies, or research directions;
• Managed a research program/portfolio, overseeing personnel, policy compliance, and alignment with established scientific direction;
• Mentored senior-level scientists, providing strategic direction, feedback, and development to achieve research goals;
• Evaluated emerging scientific fields, trends, and research quality to identify deficiencies and establish new programs that advanced research direction.

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.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

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.

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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.

Additional information

• This position is designated as a "Tier II, non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
• Based on your appointment, a one-year supervisory trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.
• A one-year supervisory trial/probationary period may be required upon selection/ placement.
• PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should also apply online to this announcement in order to receive consideration.
• 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.
• The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
• Military Spouses selected from this announcement will remain in their current duty location (i.e., the official duty station of the military service member.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visit our Help Applying page for helpful information on the application process.
• If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Reasonable Accommodation.
• If selected, you may be eligible for a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications or a special Government need. This applies to GS and FWS positions, is at the hiring manager's discretion, and must be approved before appointment.
• NIH may repay certain federally insured student loans to help recruit and retain highly qualified employees. Eligibility is determined case by case based on organizational need, justification, and available funding.
• Newly appointed or reappointed employees may receive service credit for relevant prior work or active-duty military service to increase their annual leave accrual rate. Credit is determined case by case and must be approved before the employee enters on duty.
• A newly appointed or reappointed individual may receive a recruitment incentive. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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