Job Summary
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), a major research component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), seeks applications from outstanding candidates to be deputy director of the center’s Division of Clinical Innovation (DCI). DCI manages the Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSAs) Program. The CTSA Program supports a national network of medical institutions that helps turn research discoveries into improved health care more quickly. The Program provides resources for local and national research communities to improve the quality and efficiency of all phases of translational research. It also supports investigators’ career development.
Core Responsibilities
The DCI deputy director will:
- Oversee the activities of the Office for Planning, Evaluation, Analysis and Reporting (OPEAR). OPEAR coordinates submitted grant applications, budgets and communications for DCI.
- Support the DCI director in guiding the CTSA Program.
- Establish a vision of innovation and national leadership, with a broad charge to improve the implementation of all aspects of human subject studies.
- Create, test and implement improvements to the CTSA Program and related NCATS activities.
- Help the DCI director provide leadership and stewardship of NCATS’ investments that bring innovation to clinical research.
- Advise NCATS senior leadership, including the director, on strategic program goals and activities. Recommend operational and administrative processes to improve overall efficiency.
- Bring broad scientific knowledge and vision to set priorities for DCI. Clearly convey that vision to NIH and NCATS leadership.
Required Qualifications
The ideal candidate should have a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent). Senior-level research experience or knowledge of research programs is also needed. This experience should include moving research from the laboratory to preclinical development and clinical trials and showing public health benefit.
The selected candidate will:
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be a recognized and respected leader in the field.
- Have a visionary, forward-thinking mindset.
- Demonstrate strategic thinking.
- Work collaboratively.
- Consult with others to solve problems and make decisions.
The application should detail employment and research experience.
Benefits
The salary will be based on qualifications, experience and accomplishments. A full civil service benefits package is available. It includes retirement; health, life and long-term care insurance; and participation in a Thrift Savings Plan (401[k] equivalent).
Equal Employment Opportunity
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, 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.