Scientific Program Manager (Title 42)

Provide services as a Scientific Program Manager (Title 42) in support of the overall functions of the Office of the Director (OD), Office of Science Management and Operations (OSMO) within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide expert recommendations and guidance to NIAID senior level and program level scientific/administrative managers on DHHS and NIH policy requirements and justification strategies.
• Review and interpret HHS and NIH regulatory and policy guidance and assessment for impact/implementation in NIAID.
• Collaborate with NIH scientific and administrative leadership on policy interpretation and implementation.
• Research, analyze, develop, and assist with implementing Institute-level policy and procedures.
• Develop strategies to solve recruitment and retention issues related to mission-critical positions.
• Manage and review Title 42 cases submitted to the NIAID Pay Board (chaired by the NIAID Deputy Director and comprised of NIAID Division Directors/Office Heads).
• Manage and review Title 42 and Title 5 cases submitted for the approval of the NIAID Director or NIAID Deputy Director.
• Draft recommendation memos and other justification documents for senior scientific positions (e.g., Deputy Directors, etc.).
• Assist with development and presentation of training sessions/modules, comprehensive resources, job aids, and other reference materials/tools to facilitate administrative operations and business practices.
• Manage special projects related to above.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of B.S. degree required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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