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Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) Research Gaps Team Lead

Department of Health and Human Services

National Institutes of Health

Offiec of Disease Prevention (ODP)/ Office of the Director (OD)

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Summary

Thank you for your interest in the Health Scientist Administrator (PO) Research Gaps Team Lead position.

This announcement highlights this specific position and area of expertise. Applications for this position are being accepted through a separate, broader NIH vacancy announcement on USAJOBS. NIH uses that vacancy announcement to receive and process applications.

To be considered, you MUST apply through vacancy NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only.

Learn more about this agency

Summary

Thank you for your interest in the Health Scientist Administrator (PO) Research Gaps Team Lead position.

This announcement highlights this specific position and area of expertise. Applications for this position are being accepted through a separate, broader NIH vacancy announcement on USAJOBS. NIH uses that vacancy announcement to receive and process applications.

To be considered, you MUST apply through vacancy NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Montgomery County, MD

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $169,279 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 15

Promotion potential 15

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0601 General Health Science

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number NIH-OD-FA-26-13074427 Control number 886243000

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Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

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Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

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Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA.

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You must be a current or former federal employee eligible to apply under merit promotion procedures or otherwise be eligible as a status applicant (e.g. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act) OR be an individual who is eligible through an OPM interchange agreement or for a non-competitive appointment.

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This position is located in the NIH Office of Disease Prevention (ODP), the lead office at NIH for assessing, facilitating, and stimulating research in disease prevention and health promotion and for disseminating prevention research findings to improve public health. Learn more about ODP at https://prevention.nih.gov/about-odp.

The ODP is seeking an accomplished senior scientist and scientific leader to serve as a Health Scientist Administrator (PO), and lead ODPs Research Gaps Team. This position offers an opportunity to provide scientific leadership for ODPs efforts to identify important gaps in the prevention research portfolio and develop and implement strategies to address those gaps.

The Team Lead will direct and coordinate a portfolio of high-profile, NIH-wide activities designed to identify prevention research needs, strengthen the evidence base for disease prevention and health promotion, and stimulate research in areas requiring additional investment or expanded effort. The position requires working across scientific disciplines and organizational boundaries to translate identified evidence gaps into actionable research priorities and collaborative initiatives.

A central responsibility of the position will be providing scientific leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for ODPs research gaps activities. The individual will work closely with NIH Institutes and Centers and other federal partners to identify emerging research needs, assess opportunities within the NIH prevention research portfolio, and develop strategies for addressing important evidence gaps.

The Team Lead will also provide leadership for ODPs engagement with major federal prevention initiatives and evidence-based programs. This includes activities associated with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF), Healthy People initiative, and ODPs Pathways to Prevention (P2P) Program. These activities have historically been central components of ODPs work to identify research needs and develop coordinated approaches for strengthening the prevention evidence base.

Responsibilities will include building and maintaining partnerships across NIH and HHS; leading and facilitating trans-NIH scientific activities; overseeing complex, multidisciplinary projects; and advising ODP leadership on research gaps, emerging scientific opportunities, and areas where NIH engagement or action may be warranted. The individual will represent ODP on NIH and HHS committees, workgroups, and other collaborative efforts and will communicate ODP and NIH prevention research priorities to scientific, federal, and other stakeholder audiences.

The position also provides an opportunity to shape the future of NIH prevention research by bringing together scientific expertise, portfolio analysis, evidence gaps, and the perspectives of NIH and federal partners to identify areas where coordinated research efforts can have significant impact.

Who Were Looking For

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished scientist with broad expertise in disease prevention, health promotion, and/or health services research and substantial experience working within the NIH research environment. A Ph.D. or equivalent degree, with experience in areas such as epidemiology, prevention science, health services research, health policy, preventive medicine, public health, and/or behavioral and social science, is preferred, consistent with the qualifications identified for the position in the prior recruitment notice.

We are looking for someone who understands how to move from identifying and prioritizing a scientific or evidence gap to developing a practical strategy for addressing it. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience evaluating research needs, developing scientific priorities, using evidence syntheses, and designing or implementing research initiatives that build the evidence needed to advance prevention.

Equally important is a strong understanding of the broader NIH research environment. The successful candidate should have extensive knowledge of NIH research programs, portfolios, policies, and initiatives and experience working across NIH organizational boundaries.

Because this is a GS-15 team leadership position, we are seeking someone with demonstrated experience leading complex scientific programs and multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will be able to establish strategic vision and direction, organize people and resources around shared objectives, promote high-functioning teams, mentor scientific staff, manage competing priorities, and move multiple high-visibility projects from concept through implementation and evaluation.

Prospective candidates can learn more about ODPs work through the ODP Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2024-2028, Prevention Research: Creating a Healthier Future for All, which outlines the strategic priorities guiding the Offices activities.

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Additional information

• We are not collecting applications through this posting.
• 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.
• 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.
• PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
• Veterans Preference applies only to Schedule A (disability appointment) and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).
• 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.
• Military Spouses selected from this announcement will remain in their current duty location (i.e., the official duty station of the military service member.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visit Help Applying for helpful information on the application process.
• 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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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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To be considered for this position, you MUST apply through vacancy announcement NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only.

The application announcements will be open from Monday, September 21, 2026 through Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

During the open period, please log in to your USAJOBS account and view vacancy announcement NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only. Follow the instructions in that announcement to complete your online application and submit all required documentation identified in the Required Documents section by the closing date. Please mark your specific scientific specialty in the assessment questionnaire section.

You will not be able to submit an application through this announcement. This announcement only provides information about this specific position and directs interested applicants to the USAJOBS announcement through which applications are accepted.

Visit our site for information on NIHs EEO program, Reasonable accommodation procedures, laws, policy statements, and the operation of the EEO complaint process.

Agency contact information

Karen Harris

Phone 301-402-1529 Email harrisk@mail.nih.gov Address National Institutes of Health

6701 Rockledge Drive

Bethesda, MD 20892

US

Next steps

If interested, we encourage you to apply during the opening period, Monday, September 21, 2026 to Wednesday, September 30, 2026 to NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352 or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only on USAJOBS.

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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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See vacancy announcement during the open period for required documents.

How to Apply

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To be considered for this position, you MUST apply through vacancy announcement NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only.

The application announcements will be open from Monday, September 21, 2026 through Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

During the open period, please log in to your USAJOBS account and view vacancy announcement NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only. Follow the instructions in that announcement to complete your online application and submit all required documentation identified in the Required Documents section by the closing date. Please mark your specific scientific specialty in the assessment questionnaire section.

You will not be able to submit an application through this announcement. This announcement only provides information about this specific position and directs interested applicants to the USAJOBS announcement through which applications are accepted.

Visit our site for information on NIHs EEO program, Reasonable accommodation procedures, laws, policy statements, and the operation of the EEO complaint process.

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Agency contact information

Karen Harris

Phone 301-402-1529 Email harrisk@mail.nih.gov Address National Institutes of Health

6701 Rockledge Drive

Bethesda, MD 20892

US

Next steps

If interested, we encourage you to apply during the opening period, Monday, September 21, 2026 to Wednesday, September 30, 2026 to NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352 or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only on USAJOBS.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

National Institutes of Health

The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the largest biomedical research funding organization in the world. NIH is made up of 27 Institutes and Centers, each with a specific research agenda, often focusing on particular diseases or body systems. NIH employs approximately 18,000 employees in varied occupations, all supporting research efforts that improve health and save lives. For more information on NIHs mission and goals, and its 27 Institutes and Centers, visit the NIH website.

Virtually explore the National Institutes of Healths (NIH) Bethesda campus, learn about scientific research, and get to know NIH community members who are working to help people live longer, healthier lives: https://www.nih.gov/virtual-tour/.

Agency contact information

Karen Harris

Phone 301-402-1529 Email harrisk@mail.nih.gov Address National Institutes of Health

6701 Rockledge Drive

Bethesda, MD 20892

US

Summary

Thank you for your interest in the Health Scientist Administrator (PO) Research Gaps Team Lead position.

This announcement highlights this specific position and area of expertise. Applications for this position are being accepted through a separate, broader NIH vacancy announcement on USAJOBS. NIH uses that vacancy announcement to receive and process applications.

To be considered, you MUST apply through vacancy NIH-GR-MP-26-13058352, or NIH-GR-IMP-26-13060219 for current NIH employees only.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Montgomery County, MD

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $169,279 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 15

Promotion potential 15

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0601 General Health Science

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required Yes

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number NIH-OD-FA-26-13074427 Control number 886243000

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