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US National Institutes of Health

Director, Office of Science Policy, Planning, Evaluation and Reporting, NIMHD

US National Institutes of Health, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States,


DutiesNIMHD Recruiting Supervisory Health Scientist Administrator-GS-15 (Director), Office of Science Policy, Planning, Evaluation and Reporting (OSPPER )

The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) is seeking an exceptional candidate for a full-time position to serve as the

Director ,

Office of Science Policy, Planning, Evaluation and Reporting ( OSPPER). The Director is a supervisory position responsible for the strategic vision for the office who will lead the science planning and analysis to identify scientific gaps, recommend research opportunities and facilitate data-informed decision-making to promote minority health and health disparities research.

The OSPPER collaboratively leads science planning and analysis to identify scientific gaps, recommend research opportunities and facilitate data-informed decision-making to promote minority health and health disparities research. The Office serves as the focal point for NIMHD's science policy, strategic planning and evaluation activities; provides leadership for the development of strategic plans, policies, goals, objectives, and techniques in support of NIMHD's mission; coordinates, develops, and implements an on-going strategic planning process; ensures NIMHD has a long-range, sustainable vision and program plan for carrying out its mandates; leads efforts to plan, coordinate, review, and evaluate research and other activities on minority health and health disparities conducted or supported by the NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs), consistent with the NIMHD's authorizing statute; provides leadership for the development of an integrated and effective NIH health disparities strategic plan and budget consistent with the authorizing statute; conducts secondary data analyses to understand minority health and health disparities, including relevant topics such as health burden, trends and impacts; and conducts and coordinates policy analysis related to various aspects of minority health and health disparities. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we strongly welcome candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Interested candidates must submit applications through vacancy announcements NIH-GR-DE-24-12516330 and NIH-GR-MP-24-12516331 via USAJOBS. This position is based in Montgomery County, MD. These global recruitment announcements are open between September 16, 2024 to September 25, 2024.

Candidates are also encouraged to send a copy of their resume, a letter of interest, and/or any questions to

NIMHDJobs@nih.gov

RequirementsConditions of EmploymentSee vacancy announcements during the open period for position requirements.

Qualifications

See vacancy announcements during the open period for position requirements.

EducationSee vacancy announcements during the open period for position requirements.

Additional information

We are not collecting applications through this posting.

This position is designated as a "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.

A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining his or her annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee's entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.

At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities.

A one-year supervisory trial/probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.

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 announcements NIH-GR-DE-24-12516330 and NIH-GR-MP-24-12516331 to receive consideration.

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.

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information is required annually. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/topics/fd.htm.

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.

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.

Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

See vacancy announcements during the open period for how you will be evaluated.

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in this position. We are accepting applications through vacancy announcement

numbers

NIH-GR-DE-24-12516330

and

NIH-GR-MP-24-12516331 .

To apply to this position, please log into your USAJOBS account and go to NIH-GR-DE-24-12516330 and NIH-GR-MP-24-12516331 between September 16, 2024 - September 25, 2024, to submit your application. Please read and follow all instructions in the announcements, complete the online application, and submit the required documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section no later than the closing date.

Agency contact information

David Wittenberg

Phone

301-451-1828

Email

wittenbergd@mail.nih.gov

Address

National Institutes of Health6701 Rockledge DriveBethesda, MD 20892US

Next steps

If interested, we encourage you to apply to vacancies NIH-GR-DE-24-12516330 or NIH-GR-MP-24-12516331 during the opening period September 16, 2024 - September 25, 2024.

Required Documents

See vacancy announcements during the open period for required documentation.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

This job is open to

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) - Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

Family of overseas employees - Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Federal employees - Competitive service - Current or former competitive service federal employees.

Individuals with disabilities

Land & base management - Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

Military spouses

Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

Special authorities - Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

The public - U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Veterans

Clarification from the agencySee vacancy announcements during the open period for Hiring Paths Clarification.

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