Administrative Careers
Administrative careers at NIH are pivotal in supporting the institution's functions and operations. These roles are accessible to individuals without a background in medical or scientific fields and include functions such as:
- Supporting facilities and maintenance.
- Managing contracts and acquisition services.
- Administering federal scientific grants.
- Developing websites and implementing cybersecurity systems.
- Ensuring campus and staff safety.
Common roles include Finance, Managerial/Support, Information Technology, and Facilities Support.
Current Vacancies
| Position | Institute or Center | Close Date |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Research Scientist | NEI (National Eye Institute) | 08/17/2026 |
| Supervisory Human Resources Specialist | OD (Office of the Director) | 08/17/2026 |
| Supervisory Technical Information Specialist | NLM (National Library of Medicine) | 08/17/2026 |
| Supervisory Technical Information Specialist | NLM (National Library of Medicine) | 08/17/2026 |
| Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) | NIDCD (National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders) | 08/18/2026 |
| Lead Management Analyst | NIEHS (National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) | 08/18/2026 |
| Police Officer | OD (Office of the Director) | 08/24/2026 |
| Police Officer | OD (Office of the Director) | 08/24/2026 |
| Nurse (Clinical Research) | CC (Clinical Center) | 12/31/2026 |