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American Society for Virology

Assistant Clinical Investigators, Transition Program in Clinical Research

American Society for Virology, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811


Assistant Clinical Investigators, Transition Program in Clinical Research

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), one of the largest institutes of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), conducts and supports a global program of research to better understand, treat, and ultimately prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases.The NIAID Transition Program in Clinical Research seeks up to three candidates for three- to five-year appointments as assistant clinical investigators. The program aims to increase the pool of well-trained clinical investigators who are competitive for clinical tenure-track positions.Qualifications

Required:A doctoral degree (M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.)Board eligible or board certified in a subspecialty (or equivalent)Applicants should identify a DIR lab chief who will agree to host their research. Information about DIR labs and contact information for lab chiefs is available on the DIR website ( DIR website ). Interested candidates may contact DIR Director Dr. Steve Holland at

sholland@niaid.nih.gov

for additional information or assistance identifying an appropriate host lab.Applications will be evaluated by a search committee composed of DIR principal investigators with clinical and basic research interests. Competitive candidates will be invited to present their research accomplishments and plans to the search committee.Participants will receive independent resources and staff and will be mentored by a senior NIAID investigator. Salary will be commensurate with experience and a full civil service package of benefits may be available.Application Requirements:Research program proposal (no more than two pages)Letter of support from the accepting NIAID lab chiefThree letters of recommendation: the letters should not come from your current supervisor/mentor, and one letter must be from a referee outside NIHAppointees may be U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or non-U.S. citizens eligible for a valid work authorization. Applications from women, persons from underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged. This position is subject to a background investigation.Relocation expense allowances are authorized and may be paid in accordance with agency policy. If relocation expense allowances are paid, employees will be required to sign a one-year service agreement.For additional information, please contact Amy Collins, Committee Manager, Division of Intramural Research Program Support Staff at

amy.collins@nih.gov .HHS, NIH, and NIAID are equal opportunity employers dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community through its training and employment programs.Location:

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) / National Institute of Health (NIH)2115 East Jefferson St. MSC 8500 Rm 4B-432

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