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Director, Office of Autism Research Coordination (Health Science Policy Analyst)

The National Institute of Mental Health, a major research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director, Office of Autism Research Coordination (OARC). The OARC Director coordinates and manages the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) efforts, including strategic planning and execution, strategies for influencing policies and positions, and meeting and planning coordination. The IACC is a federal advisory body established by the 2006 Combating Autism Act under the Department of Health and Human Services (http://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/organization/od/office-of-autism-research-coordination-oarc.shtml).

Applicants must possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D. in neuroscience, or a related medical or scientific discipline, with broad senior-level Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) research and services familiarity. Applicants must also have a background of direct administration or management of a program/effort with national dimensions. Applicants should be known and respected within their profession, both nationally and internationally, as distinguished individuals of outstanding competence. Salary is commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Please visit www.usajobs.govExternal Link: Please review our disclaimer. and refer to vacancy announcement numbers NIH-NIMH-DE-13-856983 or NIH-NIMH-MP-13-857010 to apply to this position between April 4, 2013 and April 13, 2013. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.

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