Department of Health And Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Eye Institute
Program Director, Retinal Diseases Program
The National Eye Institute (NEI), National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Health Scientist Administrator in the Division of Extramural Research. The Division coordinates all aspects of the NEI extramural research grants and contracts program. The position advertised is for a Program Director in the Retinal Diseases Program. The Program supports clinical and laboratory research on diabetic retinopathy, sickle cell retinopathy, and other vascular abnormalities of the retina; inflammatory diseases of the retina; retinoblastoma; retinitis pigmentosa and other inherited retinal degenerations; macular degeneration; and retinal detachment and vitreal disorders. Future directions for this program are expected to employ promising new technologies and collaborations with new disciplines, such as bioengineering, which hold great promise for understanding retinal diseases.
The incumbent will direct and oversee the administration of a research grant portfolio in the field of retinal diseases. This includes developing, managing, administering, and evaluating a comprehensive program of grants; advising NEI senior staff regarding both the scientific and administrative matters affecting the retinal diseases research portfolio; representing NEI in broader NIH extramural matters; coordinating program planning and evaluation activities; and providing reports and statistics related to the Retinal Diseases Program.
This is a career Federal position. The salary range is $69,764 – $127,442 per annum, commensurate with qualifications and professional experience. A full benefits package is available, which includes retirement, Thrift Savings Plan participation, health, life, and long-term care insurance.
Applications will be accepted through January 16, 2009. The complete vacancy announcement, along with mandatory qualifications and application procedures, can be obtained via the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.com/ . Please refer to announcement number NEI-09-303918-DE. For questions, please contact Ms. Aurelia Spencer at (301) 594-7589 or spenceau@mail.nih.gov. Applications and supporting documentation must be received by close of business, January 16, 2009.
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