Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)

Job Vacancy Announcement - Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)

GS-0601-12,13,14

Salary Range (82,830-183,500) per year

GS-0601-15 (non-supervisory)

Salary Range (136,908-183,500) per year

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Division of Translational Research (DTR)
Adult Psychopathology and Psychosocial Intervention Development Branch

Program Overview

The Division of Translational Research (DTR) at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) directs, plans, and supports programs of research that translate knowledge from basic science to discover the etiology, pathophysiology, and trajectory of mental disorders and develop effective interventions for both children and adults. The DTR seeks qualified Health Scientist Administrators (Program Officers) in the following programs:

Computational Psychiatry Program

Position Duties

Individuals are encouraged to apply who can initiate, plan, develop, and direct NIMH extramural research programs administered by the Branch. Selected candidates will serve as Program Officers for a portfolio of grants, contracts, and/or cooperative agreements and participate in collaborative activities with other NIH institutes and federal departments or agencies, as appropriate.

Competitive candidates are expected to be accomplished scientists with a solid grasp of how biomedical research is performed and expertise in advancing translational research using computational models and methods focused on multi-scale computational modeling of behavioral, biological, clinical, and other data types. A publication record, prior research experience, and evidence of familiarity with current literature in computational psychiatry are essential. These positions require the ability to work independently and collaboratively and offer opportunities to impact priorities, develop new initiatives, and contribute to the advancement of a national research program.

Qualifications

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have successfully completed a bachelor’s 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 the position from an accredited college or university.  Applicants must demonstrate one-year of independent research experience, which involved the planning, organizing, and conducting of biomedical or health related research; and one-year of program administration in these fields.

Strong organizational, oral, written, and communication skills are also required. Experience managing research programs and coordinating professional groups and associations' activities is also desirable. Strong organizational, oral, writing and communication skills are required. Experience with the grant review process is preferable. Successful candidates are subject to a background investigation and public financial disclosure requirements.

Some positions in this announcement are eligible for remote work. Please select the “NIH – US Locations” location when applying if you wish to be considered for remote work. All other location(s) are not eligible for remote work. Remote is a position designation where little to no onsite presence is required (e.g., once or twice annually). You may work anywhere in the U.S., including any of the territories. Worksites outside of the U.S. are prohibited. Your pay is determined by the geographically defined pay locality applicable to your approved worksite (e.g., home residence). Reporting to an NIH location may also be required during the onboarding process. Visit NIH's Remote Work page for more information and requirements.

A complete federal civil service benefits package includes retirement, health and life insurance, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan (401K equivalent). https://hr.nih.gov/benefits  Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

A global Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer/Scientific Review Officer) announcement will be available through www.usajobs.gov from September 18, 2023 through September 27, 2023. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to also send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to NIMHsearch@mail.nih.gov. Visit the NIH Federal Resume Tips website for guidance on creating a federal resume at  https://hr.nih.gov/jobs/how-apply/tips-writing-federal-resume.

HHS and NIH are equal-opportunity employers

The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities. HHS and NIH are equal-opportunity employers.