Contract Specialist

National Institutes of Health; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institutes of Health in Frederick, Maryland, seeks an early-career Contract Specialist to perform specialized contract award and administration work within the Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management. The role supports contracting policy guidance and hands-on acquisition activities in a federal setting.

The position is eligible for telework; standard federal pay range applies, with a broad salary range and a formal application deadline.

Qualifications

• This position has an education requirement. Submit transcripts or course lists with grades.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized contract award and administration work.

Skills

Contracting

Negotiation

Policy guidance

Education

Education requirement for contracting positions

Job description

• Hiring Agency: National Institutes of Health
• Department: Department of Health and Human Services

Launch your federal acquisitions career with us. The Office of the Director (OD), Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OALM), is looking for early-career talent eager to build skills in contracting, negotiation, and policy guidance. Join a dynamic organization where you'll gain hands‑on experience and make a real impact. Learn more: https://oalm.od.nih.gov/

Key Responsibilities

Perform specialized contract award and administration work.

Requirements & Education

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.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $50460 – $91815/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-25.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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