Scientific Careers
NIH offers many opportunities in scientific careers, categorized mainly into scientific administrative and scientist-researcher positions. These positions are designed for individuals passionate about advancing medical research and improving public health.
Current Vacancies
| Position | Institute or Center | Close Date |
|---|---|---|
| Tenure-Track Investigator | NIEHS (National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) | 07/15/2026 |
| SBR Scientist 1 - Nuclear Pharmacist | NCI (National Cancer Institute) | 07/20/2026 |
| Deputy Director | NLM (National Library of Medicine) | 07/25/2026 |
| Chief Medical Research Officer - National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute | NHLBI (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute) | 07/27/2026 |
| Staff Clinician | NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) | 07/28/2026 |
| Tenure-Track Investigator | NIEHS (National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) | 08/03/2026 |
| Staff Scientist, Laboratory of Immunogenetics Antibody Biology Unit | NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) | 08/07/2026 |
| Laboratory Chief | NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) | 08/17/2026 |
| Staff Scientist 1 | NIEHS (National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) | 08/31/2026 |
| Deputy Clinical Director (Staff Clinician 1) | NIDCR (National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research) | 09/08/2026 |
| Staff Clinician | NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) | 09/24/2026 |
| Postdoctoral Fellow | NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) | 09/30/2026 |