Program Officer

Biomedical And Health Sciences Program OfficerThe Biomedical and Health Sciences Program addresses basic biomedical, translational, clinical, and health sciences research, development, and policy. Addresses workforce issues, bioethics, legal and societal contexts, and the resilience and health security of communities.Contributes to the Biomedical and Health Sciences Program's Resilient and Enduring Data Infrastructure for Biomedical and Life Sciences Research and Innovation (REDI) initiative, which will foster action toward sustainable infrastructure for the data resources that enable biomedical research. As datasets ranging from genomics and imaging to AI-enabled analytics continue to grow in scale, complexity, and importance, REDI seeks to address the increasing challenge of ensuring these resources remain sustainable, accessible, and effective over time.In consultation with supervisor, the program officer will manage working groups of initiative members to undertake and deliver REDI products such as issue papers and discussion documents, workshops, and written proceedings addressing data lifecycle management; strategic prioritization of resources in the biomedical database landscape; and pilot design and evaluation.Responsibilities include:Project managementCommittee managementResearch and writingStaff managementCommunication and disseminationProject developmentRequirements include:Master's degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge required. Ph.D. in related field preferred.Advanced knowledge of scientific, technical, or policy issues in a related discipline.Three years of related professional experience.Demonstrated basic proficiency in conveying scientific/technical/policy information in verbal and written form.Ability to work successfully in a team environment and to form and maintain effective teams.Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and constituents.Physical capabilities include:Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.Ability to travel.Work environment is hybrid office/telecommute, expected onsite percentage 60%, with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities and to off-site meeting/sponsor locations.Compensation range is $92,040 - $115,040. This is a benefits-eligible position.Equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the National Academies to recruit, hire, transfer, compensate, and promote people in all job categories without discrimination.