Preferred:
Demonstrated knowledge, experience, and operational capability in the following areas:
A fundamental understanding of the CHIPS and Science Act, NSF's mission, and the role of the Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) in accelerating use-inspired research, fostering public-private partnerships, and strengthening regional innovation ecosystems.
Demonstrated knowledge of NSF's merit review process, including:
• Coordinating panel and ad hoc review logistics (virtual and in-person), including scheduling, platform setup, and travel arrangements
• Managing proposal assignments, reviewer communications, and deadline tracking within NSF systems
• Preparing and distributing panel materials, agendas, and documentation templates
• Monitoring review progress to ensure adherence to timelines and procedural requirements
• Maintaining complete and accurate review records to support compliance and audit readiness
• The application of the Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts review criteria
• Conflict-of-interest identification and mitigation procedures
• Reviewer recruitment, documentation standards, and funding recommendation development
• Requirements for transparency, documentation integrity, and defensibility of award decisions