Job Posting: Deputy Director, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Transplantation (DAIT)

Summary

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is seeking applications from exceptional candidates for the position of Deputy Director, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Transplantation (DAIT), reporting to the Director, DAIT.DAIT plans, conducts, coordinates and evaluates a national and international extramural research program supporting basic, preclinical, and clinical research on the role of the immune system in maintaining health and in the development of a broad range of immune-mediated disorders. The division’s core mission encompasses fundamental research on the human immune system and research related to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of allergy and asthma, autoimmune and immunodeficiency diseases, and immune-mediated rejection of transplanted cells, tissues, and organs. In addition, DAIT leads a national research program to advance the development of medical countermeasures against radiological and nuclear threats, including supporting the development of candidate products toward FDA licensure and inclusion in the Strategic National Stockpile. DAIT’s research portfolio is comprised of solicited and unsolicited grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts. DAIT has an annual budget of approximately $1.2 Billion, 131 staff, and 1900 grants and contracts to support the requirements of a rapidly expanding research enterprise.

Duties

The Deputy Director, DAIT serves as a principal advisor to the Director, DAIT on scientific policy, priorities, and goals related to immunology and immune-mediated diseases. The Deputy Director, DAIT works with the Director, DAIT to advise and share responsibility for overall scientific and management direction and decision-making for division-sponsored research programs, budget, and operations. The duties of the Deputy Director include:

• Facilitating the integration of science across the Division and promoting the development of programs that take advantage of cutting-edge concepts and technological advances to enhance programs in all research areas;
• Promoting interactions between basic and clinical research groups by identifying opportunities for collaboration and integration
• Establishing guidelines and operating procedures to manage complex grants and contracts, including scientific and budgetary milestone formulation and progress evaluation
• Identifying opportunities to collaborate on scientific and management initiatives with NIAID extramural and intramural components
• Fostering Division growth through new research opportunities and partnerships
• Developing contacts and fostering interactions with professional and lay organizations in biomedical research areas of relevance to DAIT
• Promoting professional development of staff

The Deputy Director, DAIT also represents DAIT in interactions with other NIAID divisions, other NIH ICs, federal and non-federal agencies, international research organizations, professional societies, industry partners and patient advocacy groups. Additionally, the Deputy Director, DAIT develops and maintains strategic partnerships and collaborations to advance DAIT’s scientific mission and strengthen the impact of federally supported research.

Who Can Apply

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Appointees may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen who are eligible for a valid work authorization. This position is subject to a background investigation. Applicants must possess an M.D. or doctoral degree in immunology or a related field and demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the advanced principles, theories, and practices applicable to DAIT’s scientific mission areas, outstanding interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide innovative scientific and visionary management leadership in planning, conducting, and evaluating various programs. Applicants must also demonstrate broad scientific knowledge, experience in research design and administration, the ability to lead staff, outstanding communication skills, flexibility in responding to multiple and rapidly emerging issues, and demonstrated expertise in supervision and management of a broad and complex biomedical research program encompassing one or more of the following areas: allergy and asthma, autoimmune or immune-mediated disease, and transplantation.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess the supervisory, management, interpersonal, and communication skills required to interact effectively with staff, representatives of academia, private industry, national and international research and health organizations, other NIH Institutes and Centers, the media, and the public.

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

To apply, provide your curriculum vitae (CV), bibliography, a one-page statement explaining your vision for this position within a large and complex organization of central importance to NIAID including other NIAID divisions and offices, and a one- to two-page statement explaining your reasons for being interested in this position and specific leadership skills and experience you would bring to NIAID. In addition, up to three letters of professional reference may be required as the recruitment process progresses.

Interested candidates should submit the following to the NIH Specialized Scientific Jobs portal by October 30, 2026:

• Curriculum vitae (CV) and bibliography
• A three-page statement explaining your vision for asthma, autoimmune and immunodeficiency diseases research, reasons for being interested in this position, and specific leadership skills and experience you would bring to NIAID.
• A statement describing your experience mentoring and supporting future biomedical scientists.

For more information or questions about the position, email [email protected].

All information provided by applicants will remain confidential and be reviewed only by authorized officials associated with recruitment. The successful candidate will be appointed as a Science Program Leader – Tier 2 under the Title 42 (f) authority at a salary commensurate with experience. A full civil service package of benefits is also available, including retirement; health and life insurance; annual and sick leave; and a Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent). Relocation expense allowances are authorized and may be paid in accordance with agency policy. If relocation expense allowances are paid, the selectee will be required to sign a one-year service agreement.

This is a Testing Designated Position. If selected, you must submit to and successfully pass an urinalysis drug screening prior to appointment. The incumbent will be subject to unannounced random drug testing for the duration of their time in this position.

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