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This position is located in the Tribal Health Research Office (THRO), Division of Program Coordination, Planning, and Strategic Initiatives (DPCPSI), Office of the Director (OD), National Institutes of Health. The NIH Tribal Health Research Office is dedicated to building research partnerships for healthy Tribal Nations. In all we do, we acknowledge the enduring hope, resiliency, wisdom, and strengths of American Indian and Alaska Native communities across the country.
06/24/2024 to 07/01/2024
$99,200 - $153,354 per year
GS 12 - 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
13
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No
NIH-OD-MP-24-12442902
795530400
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
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Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
You must be a current or former federal employee eligible to apply under merit promotion procedures or otherwise be eligible as a status applicant (e.g. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act) OR be an individual who is eligible through an OPM interchange agreement or for a non-competitive appointment. This job is also open to USPHS Commissioned Corps Officers and Call-To-Active Duty (CAD) Candidates.
The Tribal Health Research Office (THRO) in the Division of Program Coordination, Planning, and Strategic Initiatives (DPCPSI), Office of the Director (OD), National Institutes of Health (NIH), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Health Science/Social Science Policy Analyst candidate to join the THRO team.
THRO serves as the central point of contact at NIH for federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes throughout the United States (U.S.) and for Indigenous populations of the U.S. Territories and is the synergistic hub for all Tribal health research activities at NIH. The THRO team is focused on enhancing capacity for health research in Native communities, promoting opportunities for the next generation of AI/AN researchers, and disseminating transparent and culturally aware information about NIH across biomedical, social and behavioral research. THRO also provides technical support to the NIH Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) and drives agency-wide progress related to the NIH Strategic Plan for Tribal Health Research.
The THRO team is seeking a Health Science/Social Science Policy Analyst to assist in the development of planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of THRO's strategic initiatives, trainings, and collaborative activities. This includes developing criteria for evaluation and conducting analysis of AI/AN focused programs and policies related to research, capacity building, and career development. The incumbent would be involved in activities that cut across the NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) and OD Offices on research policy topics as they relate to Tribal nations, including Tribal data sovereignty, genetic research policies and intellectual property policies.
???????Ideal candidates will have knowledge of cultural, environmental, social, economic, political, and other interrelated factors that involve Tribes and impact the health of AI/AN populations; and prior experience in policy work with/for NIH or another federal agency. The incumbent will also have superior oral and written communication skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; excellent organizational skills; ability to manage and facilitate collaborative relationships with colleagues from across NIH and other federal agencies, as well as extramural institutions; strong analytical skills; knowledge and experience in the planning, evaluation, legislative, and policy development processes in science and health government agencies; knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility-related principles and concepts; excellent attention to detail; and an ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines.
Responsibilities will include
-Contributing to a range of staff functions involving planning, policy development, and analysis necessary for key policy and program decisions concerning issues affecting AI/AN populations and Tribes and the national health-related research community.
-Developing reports and other staff documents on policies, programs, plans, research accomplishments, and other activities.
-Maintaining awareness of scientific and legislative developments having implications for current and planned health, social science, and/or bioethics research and training programs regarding AI/AN populations or Tribes.
-Consulting with a wide range of individuals who are involved in scientific research to identify major issues, roadblocks, and potential actions necessary for policy development and interpretation.
You must meet at least of the one following basic Office of Personnel Management prescribed occupational series requirements (GS-0101, GS-0601) described in the following two questions. You do not need to meet the requirements for both occupational series. All education, unless completed outside of the U.S., must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the education was completed.
FOR THE GS-101 SERIES:
In order to qualify for this position in the GS-101 Social Science Series, you must:
A. have a bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in the behavioral or social sciences, or related disciplines appropriate to this position;
OR
B. have a combination of education and experience that provided me with the knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field;
OR
C. have four years of appropriate experience demonstrating that you have acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
FOR THE GS-601 SERIES:
In order to qualify for this position in the GS-601 General Medical and Healthcare Series, you must have a bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of this position.
AND
IN ADDITION in order to qualify at the GS-12 level for either series, you must have at least one year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Explaining biomedical and/or behavioral research findings for various audiences. 2.) Recommending policy and procedural updates to guide biomedical and/or behavioral research involving American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations or Tribes. 3.) Collaborating with American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities or Tribal stakeholders to develop/establish biomedical and/or behavioral health research plans. AND 4.) Evaluating biomedical and/or behavioral health research findings using qualitative and/or quantitative methods
OR
IN ADDITION, in order to qualify at the GS-13 level in either series, you must have at least one year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector by independently analyzing health-related (e.g., biomedical, behavioral) research policies, procedures, or programs. This specialized experience includes responsibilities such as: 1.) Summarizing and explaining biomedical and/or behavioral health research findings to various audiences regarding American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations or Tribes. 2.) Developing policies or procedures to guide biomedical and/or behavioral research focused on American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations or Tribes. 3.) Collaborating with senior leaders (e.g., directors, Tribal leaders, senior scientists) to develop plans for conducting biomedical and/or behavioral health research with American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations or Tribes. 4.) Evaluating biomedical and/or behavioral health research findings using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and/or quantitative (e.g., regression) methods. AND
5.) Designing and/or implementing strategies to improve the effectiveness of a biomedical and/or behavioral health research program involving American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations or Tribes.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
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.
To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application.? 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.
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.
If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, 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 packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
RESUME:
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder. If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, please read and follow all instructions in this announcement, complete the online application, and submit the documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on 07/01/2024 to receive consideration.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
Once you submit your application package, you will receive an acknowledgement email. You will be notified of the status of your applications via email. In addition, you can track the progress of your application package through your USAJOBS account.
At the discretion of the agency, you may be contacted via phone or email for an interview or to provide additional information up to several months from the closing date of the announcement. Please ensure you have provided accurate contact information. To remain in consideration, you must respond in a timely manner to our correspondence and requests for documentation or information throughout the hiring process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
RESUME:
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder. If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, please read and follow all instructions in this announcement, complete the online application, and submit the documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on 07/01/2024 to receive consideration.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
Once you submit your application package, you will receive an acknowledgement email. You will be notified of the status of your applications via email. In addition, you can track the progress of your application package through your USAJOBS account.
At the discretion of the agency, you may be contacted via phone or email for an interview or to provide additional information up to several months from the closing date of the announcement. Please ensure you have provided accurate contact information. To remain in consideration, you must respond in a timely manner to our correspondence and requests for documentation or information throughout the hiring process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/795530400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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