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Data Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Montgomery County, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 169279 - 169279
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
6 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
6 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 Data 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.
- Direct work so that it remains focused on the research goals.
- Coordinate with higher level management for needed resources.
- Perform scientific and administrative reviews and analysis 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 Brand and Division.
- Organize and conduct workshops conferences symposiums or similar activities.
- Visit universities research institutions commercial organizations other government agencies and public and private organizations to promote and explain the objectives of the program. Manage workload and project priorities and ensure timelines are adhered to.
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 Data Scientist (Program Officer) GS-1560 position you must have:
- A bachelors degree or graduate/higher level degree with a major study in mathematics statistics computer science data science or a field that is directly related to the position OR
- A combination of education (at least 30 semester hours) and additional appropriate/related experience that is the equivalent to a major in mathematics statistics computer science data science or a field directly related to the position.
- Published as a primary or corresponding (i.e. communicates with editors) author in research papers books patents manuscripts or reports summarizing analyses and findings that influenced strategic priorities policies or research direction;
- Served as a keynote speaker or panel chair at major scientific events (e.g. international conferences annual conventions interdisciplinary symposia) to influence strategic priorities policies or research directions;
- Managed a research program/portfolio overseeing personnel policy compliance and alignment with established scientific direction;
- Mentored senior-level scientists providing strategic direction feedback and development to achieve research goals;
- Evaluated emerging scientific fields trends and research quality to identify deficiencies and establish new programs that advanced research direction.
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 Tier II 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- 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 federally insured student loans to help recruit and retain highly qualified employees. Eligibility is determined case by case based on organizational need justification and available funding.
- Newly appointed or reappointed employees may receive service credit for relevant prior work or active-duty military service to increase their annual leave accrual rate. Credit is determined case by case and must be approved before the employee enters on duty.
- 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 limitations.
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.
