SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic Science Education Coordinator with experience in directing training programs for clinical, basic, and epidemiologic
scientists. This ideal candidate will combine strategic vision with sharp analytical judgment to provide technical guidance, develop projects, and
ensure all educational initiatives drive our agency's mission forward.
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As a Science Education Coordinator, your duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assists in the identification and formulation of program needs to achieve an integrated and responsive effort in the assigned area scientific and administrative reviews and analyses of applications/programs from a programmatic viewpoint.
- Recommends policies and procedures to improve operations.
- Communicates with trainees and applicants, IC group members/representatives and others on policy interpretation, and evaluation processes and procedures, and on decisions, concerns, or other issues/matters of training in the career, professional and scientific arenas.
- Visits universities, research institutions, commercial organizations, other Government agencies, and public and private organizations. Visits are made to promote and explain the objectives of assigned program area; to exchange information; to explain objectives of programs; and to stimulate interest in participation by research groups.
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Conditions of employment- U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
- Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
- Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
- Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
- 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.
- Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.
- Position requires Education.
QualificationsEducation RequirementsIn order to qualify for a Health Program Specialist GS-0601 position, you must have 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. This degree must be from an educational program from an
accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.
Additional QualificationsTo qualify at the GS-11 level: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the
GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: participating in the
planning, coordination, and implementation of scientific training programs; drafting and contributing to technical evaluation reports, academic
manuscripts, and professional presentations; conducting literature reviews, analyzing scientific information and supporting research-related
activities and analyzing program metrics to identify operational gaps and deploy targeted quality improvement strategies.
ORB. Completion of a higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree in a related field from an accredited or pre-accredited college or
university; or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a related field.
ORC. A combination of graduate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.
To qualify at the GS-12 level: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the
GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: developing and
implementing training programs for an organization's students, trainees or employees employees interested in pursuing professional biomedical careers; integrating best practices in training and education for research programs; and providing career guidance to students
interested in biomedical careers and preparing informational materials for current and prospective trainees, including website content and
marketing materials.
To qualify at the GS-13 level: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the
GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: developing and
implementing scientific training and workforce development initiatives for students, trainees or employees pursuing careers in the biomedical
field; evaluating training programs effectiveness through performance data analysis; overseeing training program operations, including
budgeting and student recruitment; and advising students on biomedical career pathways and professional development opportunities.
A combination of education and specialized experience that meets the qualification requirements for this position.
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 or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
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 application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12961857
EducationThis 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.
- At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: telework compressed schedules, flexible schedules.
- PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
- Visit Help Applying for helpful information on the application process. 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 Competency Based 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 here: Reasonable Accommodation Information.
- Veterans' Preference only applies to Schedule A (disability appointment), HHS Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligibles, HHS Priority Reemployment List (PRL) Eligibles, and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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