Job Vacancy Announcement

CENTER FOR SCIENTIFIC REVIEW

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Announcement No.: SR-99-0018 Opening Date : 03-15-99
Closing Date : 03-29-99
Position Title: Health Scientist Administrator
GS-0601-13/14
Promotion Potential to GS-14

Location of Position: Division of Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms
Cell Development and Function IRG
Center for Scientific Review
Bethesda, MD 20892
Area of Consideration: All Sources

two complete applications

Number of Positions: 2 Positions

Duties and Responsibilities :

The incumbent serves as a Health Scientist Administrator for Cell Development and Function IRG, Division of Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms, with the responsibility for the initial administrative and scientific review of individual research grant applications. This responsibility includes nominating consultants, participating with consultants in Study Section meetings and project site visits, attending seminars and symposia, and visiting universities, research grantees and other government agencies to promote and explain the purpose and objectives of the PHS/NIH research programs, policies and procedures.

Qualification Requirements :

SELECTIVE FACTOR: Professional knowledge of the principles, theories and practices in molecular biology or cell biology.

In addition, applicants for all grades must meet the requirements described under A OR B:

A. Successful completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral degree), in an accredited college or university, in an academic field of the health sciences or pertinent sciences allied to health or health related research;

- OR -

B. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university, leading to bachelor's or higher degree, with major study in an academic field of the health or pertinent sciences which have been applied and utilized by the applicant in health or health related research and, in addition, at least 3 years of qualifying progressively responsible experience; or any equivalent combination of graduate study and research experience in these fields. This education and experience must demonstrate that the applicant has acquired the scientific or health related research at a level which is the qualitative equivalent of that acquired in meeting all the requirements for the Ph.D. degree (or equivalent doctoral degree). Al least one year of the applicant's experience must have been at a level of difficulty comparable to the next lower grade in the Federal Government.

In addition, applicants must demonstrate that they have:

1. Worked independently in planning, organizing and conducting biomedical, behavioral health or health-related research;

2. Served effectively in research program administration in these fields;

3. Acquired an understanding of the history, interests, internal dynamics and relationships of organizations in which health research is conducted.

This experience may be gained as a principal investigator of a grant or contract or may otherwise be gained through active involvement in initiating research projects, developing protocols, conducting studies, documenting findings, interpreting results in a published report (journal), supervising staff and managing the budget. The background of the applicant must show progressively responsible and successful experience (complexity of work in independent research program administration) to be eligible for each successively higher grade level.

Note: Displaced employees must be "well qualified" to receive priority selection. (A surplus or displaced employee is well qualified if they satisfy all medical, physical, education, experience, selective placement and quality ranking factors for the vacant position. In addition, proof of eligibility and the most recent performance appraisal must be submitted. The person must meet the mid-level of the crediting plan for all factors or the established cutoff scores).

How to Apply :

Please submit ALL of the following (although the Federal Government does not require a standard application form, we do need certain information to evaluate your qualifications and determine if you meet legal requirements for Federal employment. If your resume or application does not provide all of the information requested in this announcement, you may lose consideration for this job):

1.     A current copy of your resume, Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), Application for Federal Employment (SF-171), or any written format you choose that meets the specifications stated in the attached document entitled "Applying for a Federal Job."
Although the Federal Government does not require a standard application form, we do need certain information to evaluate your qualifications and determine if you meet legal requirements for Federal employment. If your resume or application does not provide all the information requested in this vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for this job.
2. It is strongly recommended that all applicants respond to the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) on a separate sheet of paper:

a. Professional knowledge of the principles, theories and practices in molecular biology or cell     biology.
b. Ability to meet and interact with scientific and health professionals.
c. Ability to analyze and evaluate information and to develop solutions.
d. Ability to write clearly, logically and persuasively on complex scientific topics for a diverse     scientific and non-scientific audience.
e. Ability to organize, plan and manage group meetings.

3. Most recent performance appraisal from Status applicants.
4. Most recent Standard Form 50 (Notification of Personnel Action) from Status applicants.
5. Claim for 10-point Veteran Preference:
If an applicant claims a 10-point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15, documentary proof as required on the reverse side of the form (disability, wife, widow or mother) must be submitted. If selected, a letter from Veteran's Affairs dated within 1 year must be provided as proof of veteran's preference claims.
The Defense Authorization Act of November 18, 1997, extended veterans' preference to persons who served on active duty during the Gulf War from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992. The law grants preference to persons otherwise eligible and who served on active duty during this period, regardless of where the person served or for how long. The law also authorizes the Secretary of each military department to award the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for service in Bosnia during the period of November 20, 1995, to a date to be determined. The award of the Medal is qualifying for veterans' preference. More information on veterans' preference is available in the VetGuide that may be found on the United States Office of Personnel Management Web site at www.opm.gov.
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of continuous active service may apply.
Note: Commissioned Officers applying for this position should submit a Curriculum Vitae and address all KSA's on a separate sheet of paper.

Send application materials to:
National Institutes of Health
Center for Scientific Review
Human Resources Branch
Attn: SR-99-0018
6701 Rockledge Drive MSC 7780
Bethesda MD 20892-7780
For further information contact:
Askari Raza
Center for Scientific Review, NIH
Rockledge 2, Room 3022
(301) 435-1122

Applications must be received in the CSR Personnel Office with a postmark no later than the closing date of this announcement in order to be considered for selection. Portions of your application that are submitted separately must also be received with a postmark no later than the closing date of this announcement in order to be considered for selection.

Recruitment and/or relocation bonuses may be paid at the discretion of the selection official.

Competitive status is not required if the person selected is a handicapped individual eligible for appointment under section 213.3102 (u) of Schedule A, a disabled veteran, a VRA candidate, or is eligible under other special authorities, if applicable to the position.

Selection for this position will be based on merit, with no discrimination for Non-Merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, politics, marital status, physical handicap, age, sexual orientation, or membership/non-membership in an employee organization.

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Announcement No.:	SR-99-0018	Opening Date : 03-15-99 Closing Date : 03-29-99
Position Title:	Health Scientist Administrator GS-0601-13/14 Promotion Potential to GS-14
Location of Position:	Division of Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms Cell Development and Function IRG Center for Scientific Review Bethesda, MD 20892
Area of Consideration:	All Sources

A.	Successful completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral degree), in an accredited college or university, in an academic field of the health sciences or pertinent sciences allied to health or health related research;
	- OR -
B.	Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university, leading to bachelor's or higher degree, with major study in an academic field of the health or pertinent sciences which have been applied and utilized by the applicant in health or health related research and, in addition, at least 3 years of qualifying progressively responsible experience; or any equivalent combination of graduate study and research experience in these fields. This education and experience must demonstrate that the applicant has acquired the scientific or health related research at a level which is the qualitative equivalent of that acquired in meeting all the requirements for the Ph.D. degree (or equivalent doctoral degree). Al least one year of the applicant's experience must have been at a level of difficulty comparable to the next lower grade in the Federal Government.
In addition, applicants must demonstrate that they have:
1.	Worked independently in planning, organizing and conducting biomedical, behavioral health or health-related research;
2.	Served effectively in research program administration in these fields;
3.	Acquired an understanding of the history, interests, internal dynamics and relationships of organizations in which health research is conducted.
This experience may be gained as a principal investigator of a grant or contract or may otherwise be gained through active involvement in initiating research projects, developing protocols, conducting studies, documenting findings, interpreting results in a published report (journal), supervising staff and managing the budget. The background of the applicant must show progressively responsible and successful experience (complexity of work in independent research program administration) to be eligible for each successively higher grade level.
Note:	Displaced employees must be "well qualified" to receive priority selection. (A surplus or displaced employee is well qualified if they satisfy all medical, physical, education, experience, selective placement and quality ranking factors for the vacant position. In addition, proof of eligibility and the most recent performance appraisal must be submitted. The person must meet the mid-level of the crediting plan for all factors or the established cutoff scores).

1.	A current copy of your resume, Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), Application for Federal Employment (SF-171), or any written format you choose that meets the specifications stated in the attached document entitled "Applying for a Federal Job." Although the Federal Government does not require a standard application form, we do need certain information to evaluate your qualifications and determine if you meet legal requirements for Federal employment. If your resume or application does not provide all the information requested in this vacancy announcement, you may lose consideration for this job.
2.	It is strongly recommended that all applicants respond to the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) on a separate sheet of paper: a. Professional knowledge of the principles, theories and practices in molecular biology or cell biology. b. Ability to meet and interact with scientific and health professionals. c. Ability to analyze and evaluate information and to develop solutions. d. Ability to write clearly, logically and persuasively on complex scientific topics for a diverse scientific and non-scientific audience. e. Ability to organize, plan and manage group meetings.
3.	Most recent performance appraisal from Status applicants.
4.	Most recent Standard Form 50 (Notification of Personnel Action) from Status applicants.
5.	Claim for 10-point Veteran Preference:
	If an applicant claims a 10-point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15, documentary proof as required on the reverse side of the form (disability, wife, widow or mother) must be submitted. If selected, a letter from Veteran's Affairs dated within 1 year must be provided as proof of veteran's preference claims. The Defense Authorization Act of November 18, 1997, extended veterans' preference to persons who served on active duty during the Gulf War from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992. The law grants preference to persons otherwise eligible and who served on active duty during this period, regardless of where the person served or for how long. The law also authorizes the Secretary of each military department to award the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for service in Bosnia during the period of November 20, 1995, to a date to be determined. The award of the Medal is qualifying for veterans' preference. More information on veterans' preference is available in the VetGuide that may be found on the United States Office of Personnel Management Web site at www.opm.gov. Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of continuous active service may apply. Note: Commissioned Officers applying for this position should submit a Curriculum Vitae and address all KSA's on a separate sheet of paper.