Health Scientist (Extramural Research)

$129,134 - $167,876/Yr

Centers For Disease Control And Prevention - Atlanta, GA

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Atlanta, GA

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Health Scientist (Extramural Research) position at the CDC involves overseeing the scientific peer review of research grants and cooperative agreements for the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC). The role requires recruiting top scientific experts, establishing internal procedures for the Extramural Research Program Office, and advising on plans and policies to meet program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior scientist responsible for the oversight of the scientific peer review of all research grants and cooperative agreements for NCIPC.
• Recruit and provide top scientific and technical experts for independent evaluation of scientific information related to grant applications.
• Establish and implement internal procedures for the Extramural Research Program Office's responsibilities.
• Serve as a senior adviser in formulating and administering plans and policies to meet critical program objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in a field related to medical, health sciences, or allied sciences.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, including conducting, coordinating, planning, implementing, and evaluating extramural scientific investigations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make federal careers rewarding.