Job Vacancy Announcement – Social and Behavioral Sciences Administrator/Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Division of Translational Research (DTR)
Geriatrics and Aging Processes Research Branch (GAPRB)
Program Overview
The Division of Translational Research (DTR) at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) directs, plans, and supports programs of research that translate knowledge from basic science to discover the etiology, pathophysiology, and trajectory of mental disorders and develop effective interventions for both children and adults. The Division is looking for a motivated individual to serve as Program Officer in the Geriatrics and Aging Processes Research Branch, which supports research supports programs of research, research mid-career development, and resource development in the etiology, pathophysiology and course of mental disorders of late life, the relationships between aging and mental disorders, the treatment and recovery of persons with aging-related disorders, and the prevention of these disorders and their consequences. In addition to studies focused on older adults and their mental health issues and needs, the branch supports neurodevelopmental investigations of potential risk and resilience factors pertinent to mental disorders and longer-range trajectories of change that may involve examining individuals during earlier phases of the life span, as well. Competitive applicants will have expertise in at least one of the following areas:
- Studies of behavioral and psychosocial factors and processes that may influence the risk, presentation, course, and outcome of mental disorders in late life or in relation to the aging process.
- Studies of neurobiological factors and pathways that may influence the risk, presentation, course, and outcome of mental disorders in late life or in relation to the aging process.
Position Duties
The Health Scientist Administrator serves as a program officer for the Geriatrics and Aging Processes Research Branch of DTR. The selected candidate will also serve as program officer for a portfolio of grants and cooperative agreements and will participate in collaborative activities with other NIH Institutes and Federal Departments or Agencies, as appropriate. Responsibilities include identifying opportunities for scientific growth in geriatric mental health research; recognizing important gaps in knowledge and relevant program needs; making recommendations for new research initiatives; and providing expert advice relating to research-specific proposals in the assigned program area. This position requires working both independently and collaboratively and offers opportunities to impact priorities, develop new initiatives, and contribute to the advancement of a program of research.
Qualifications
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and have successfully obtained an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree from an accredited college university, in an academic field of the health or pertinent sciences allied to health or health-related research. Strong organizational, oral, written, and communication skills are required. Successful candidates are subject to a background check.
A complete federal civil service benefits package includes retirement, health, and life insurance, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan (401K equivalent). Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.
How to Apply
Global Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) announcement will be available opening on September 16, 2024, and closing September 25, 2024
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