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 |
|---|---|---|
| Health Science Policy Officer | NEI (National Eye Institute) | 09/04/2026 |
| Supervisory Electronics Engineer | NIBIB (National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering) | 09/04/2026 |
| Animal Facility Specialist | OD (Office of the Director) | 09/07/2026 |
| Animal Facility Specialist | OD (Office of the Director) | 09/07/2026 |
| ETHICS PROGRAM SPECIALIST | NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) | 09/08/2026 |
| Supervisory Program Specialist | NIEHS (National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences) | 09/08/2026 |
| Mechanical Engineer | OD (Office of the Director) | 09/09/2026 |
| Mechanical Engineer | OD (Office of the Director) | 09/09/2026 |
| Supervisory Engineering Technician | OD (Office of the Director) | 09/14/2026 |
| Supervisory Engineering Technician | OD (Office of the Director) | 09/14/2026 |
| Nurse (Clinical Research) | CC (Clinical Center) | 12/31/2026 |