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Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Montgomery County, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 102415 - 102415
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
6 October 2026 (4 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
7 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking scientist to serve as a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer). This is an exciting opportunity to combine scientific expertise leadership and program management to help advance NIHs mission and influence the future of biomedical and life sciences research.
- Perform scientific and administrative reviews and analyses of applications/proposals from a programmatic viewpoint.
- Consult with and advise grantees/contractors during preparation of applications/proposals and provide guidance on program issues.
- Develop coordinate and administer grants cooperative agreements and contracts established to fulfill the mission of the Branch and Division.
- Visit universities research institutions commercial organizations other government agencies entrepreneur/innovation centers and public and private organizations to promote and explain the objectives of the program.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
- Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation verification of qualifications completion of onboarding forms submission of required documents and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
- Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- Males born after December 31 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
- Position requires Education Please submit transcripts (See Qualifications section of this announcement).
- Based on your appointment a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications
To qualify for a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) GS-0401 position you must have:
A. Completed the requirements for a bachelors (or graduate) degree in biological sciences agriculture natural resource management chemistry or related disciplines appropriate to this position from an accredited college or university OR
B. A combination of experience and education which includes courses comparable to a major in biological sciences agriculture natural resource management chemistry or related disciplines appropriate to this position AND have appropriate experience or additional education which demonstrates similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the duties of this position.
In addition in order to qualify for a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) at the GS-12 level you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector as described below.
- Authored a patent scientific publication or an internal research report (i.e. within an organization) summarizing analyses and findings;
- Shared research through posters or oral presentations at scientific events (e.g. conferences conventions);
- Communicated within a team to establish a research design analyze data and document findings.
- Authored multiple patents scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals or research reports summarizing analyses and findings;
- Presented at scientific events (e.g. conferences conventions) engaging in discussions with scientists to share insights respond to questions or exchange ideas that advance research;
- Monitored progress on a research project by coordinating resources and managing timelines;
- Initiated development and submission or research plans funding opportunities proposals or applications;
- Evaluated research applications proposals or other material (e.g. reports) based on scientific and technical merit.
- Published as a primary or corresponding (i.e. communicates with editors) author in research publications book chapters or other scientific products (e.g. reports summarizing analyses and findings patents);
- Served as the lead presenter at scientific events (e.g. conferences conventions) to advise on progress and emerging scientific direction;
- Oversaw research projects by coordinating resources and managing timelines;
- Conceptualized initiated and implemented scientific initiatives to enhance research efforts (e.g. multidisciplinary/cross-departmental collaboration);
- Evaluated research applications proposals or other material (e.g. reports) for compliance relevance and scientific/technical merit.
You will receive credit for all experience material to the position including experience gained in religious civic welfare service and organizational activities regardless of whether you received pay.
Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may but need not begin before receiving an offer.
Preview application questionnaire before you apply: 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. Click here for information on Foreign Education.
Additional information
- This position is designated as a non-emergency/teleworker position and the selected candidate will be considered a non-emergency/teleworker the event of a closure you must be available to telework or request leave.
- PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should also apply online to this announcement in order to receive consideration.
- The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
- The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
- Military Spouses selected from this announcement will remain in their current duty location (i.e. the official duty station of the military service member.
- Visit our Help Applying page for helpful information on the application process.
- If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position after notification of the adjudication of your request you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Reasonable Accommodation.
- If selected you may be eligible to receive a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications and/or a special need of the Government for your services. This applies to employees paid under the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) pay systems and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. A salary above the minimum must be approved before the appointment.
- NIH may repay certain outstanding Federally insured student loans to facilitate the recruitment and retention of highly qualified people. Determination is on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need specific case justification and budget limitations.
- A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active-duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining the annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectees entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need specific case justification and budget.
- A newly appointed or reappointed individual may receive a recruitment incentive. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need specific case justification and budget.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
