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Summary As a Supervisory Social and Behavioral Scientist Administrator (SRO)/Health Scientist Administrator (SRO) within the Center for Scientific Review (CSR) you will (1) oversee and coordinate all activities of the review committees of the Branch; (2) refer acceptable applications to the appropriate review committees for action; (3) review research grant applications; (4) supervise, train, motivate, and mentor Branch professional staff; and (5) lead recruitment efforts for Branch personnel. Responsibilities Supervise Scientist Administrators (Scientific Review Officers), other scientists, and support staff. Manage the referral of applications within the Branch; ensuring assignment to individual committees of the Branch best qualified to evaluate the scientific value and adequacy of the proposed research. Develop recommendations on the formulation and articulation of the NIH business policy; and, integrate and coordinate the efforts of others providing technical leadership on the review of research grants. Provide information to the consultants on each committee assembled as a basis for reviewing and evaluating grant applications, contract proposals; collect and provide essential information for committee members. Serve as an expert Scientific Review Officer and provide technical leadership and guidance in a major subject-matter area while coordinating the review activities of the IC Grants Review Committee and Special Emphasis Panels. Prepare summary statements of review committee findings and recommendations and attends council meetings and respond to questions of a scientific nature. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: You must meet at least one of the following basic Office of Personnel Management prescribed occupational series requirements (GS-0101 or GS-0601) described in the following section. You do not need to meet the requirements for both of the occupational series. All education, unless completed outside of the U.S., must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the education was completed. For the GS-0101 SERIES: In order to qualify for a Social and Behavioral Scientist Administrator (Scientific Review Officer) in the GS-0101 series, you must meet one of the following (A, B or C): A. have a bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in the behavioral or social sciences, or related disciplines appropriate to this position; OR B. have a combination of education and experience that provided you with the knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.; OR C. have four years of appropriate experience demonstrating that you have acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. For the GS-0601 SERIES: In order to qualify for a Health Scientist Administrator (Scientific Review Officer) in the GS-0601 General Medical and Healthcare Series, you must have successfully completed a full 4 year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a Bachelor's degree 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. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS AT THE GS-15 LEVEL: For both the GS-0101 and the GS-0601 series, in addition to the education requirements, to qualify 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, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. 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. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: 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 "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. 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: PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration. We may make additional selections for similar positions across the National Institutes of Health within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at NIH. Clearance of CTAP will be applied for similar positions across NIH. 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. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: 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 CompetencyBased 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. ( Visit Help Applying for helpful information on the application process.

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