Job Posting: Supervisory Physician (Research)

Summary

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is searching for an outstanding neurosurgeon-scientist focused on tumors of the central and peripheral nervous system for an Assistant Clinical Investigator (High Scarcity) position in the Surgical Neurology Branch (SNB), Division of Intramural Research, NINDS. The NINDS SNB conducts basic, translational, and clinical research, provides neurosurgical care for patients at the NIH Clinical Center, trains early career investigators, and collaborates with other Intramural Branches in areas of SNB expertise. This position is located in Bethesda, MD.

The Division of Intramural Research at NINDS boasts strong clinical/translational programs in surgical neurology, epilepsy, vascular neurology, stroke, neuroimmunology, neurogenetics, and neuroimaging. There are also large and active communities in basic neuroscience in NINDS and the larger NIH Intramural Research Program (IRP), all of which can be leveraged to support the career of successful applicants for these positions. Particular IRP strengths relevant to this position include first-in-human and proof-of-concept clinical trials, immuno-oncology, advanced diagnostic and interventional imaging tools, novel cell and small molecule therapeutics.

Duties

In addition to participating in clinical studies and providing clinical care, the incumbent will be expected to develop and direct a cutting-edge research program that informs the clinical work. To accomplish this, they should have outstanding skills in structuring and communicating an original, productive, and important research program.

Who Can Apply

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

The Division of Intramural Research at NINDS boasts strong clinical/translational programs in surgical neurology, epilepsy, vascular neurology, stroke, neuroimmunology, neurogenetics, and neuroimaging. There are also large and active communities in basic neuroscience in NINDS and the larger NIH Intramural Research Program (IRP), all of which can be leveraged to support the career of successful applicants for these positions. Particular IRP strengths relevant to this position include first-in-human and proof-of-concept clinical trials, immuno-oncology, advanced diagnostic and interventional imaging tools, novel cell and small molecule therapeutics.

In addition to participating in clinical studies and providing clinical care, the incumbent will be expected to develop and direct a cutting-edge research program that informs the clinical work. To accomplish this, they should have outstanding skills in structuring and communicating an original, productive, and important research program.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants.

Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

Foreign Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Learn more about Foreign Education.

Reasonable Accommodation

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

U.S. citizenship is required. Applications from women, persons from underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is subject to a background investigation. DHHS and NIH are equal opportunity employers. NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community through its training and employment program.

For medical and scientific specialties, qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and application instructions, view the “Supervisory Physician (Research), GS-0602-15” vacancy announcement at https://hr.nih.gov/jobs/. For questions, please contact Jared Welsh at (301) 402-3017, [email protected], Harvey Parris at (301) 443-5758, [email protected], and Keith Bordelon at (301) 827-0665, [email protected].

Applications will be accepted from November 16, 2026 to November 25, 2026.