Senior Director, Extramural Science Programs

National Institutes of Health; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) invites applications for the Associate Director for Extramural Science Programs (ESP) at the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) in Bethesda, MD. This senior role directs extramural research funding, training programs, and cooperative agreements, shaping national biomedical research priorities.

The incumbent collaborates with the NIBIB Director, oversees program reviews, budget planning, and cross-agency coordination, and

Qualifications

• M.D. and/or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in the biomedical sciences, physical sciences or engineering with broad senior-level research experience and experience in direct administration of a research program.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills with experience serving as a spokesperson; planning, assessing, and analyzing program objectives; and resolving operational problems and issues.
• Proven ability to manage financial and human resources including building, motivating, and maintaining a staff.

Responsibilities

• Guide the direction of NIBIB science through new research initiatives and managing research grant, cooperative agreements, and training programs.
• Collaborate with the NIBIB Director in shaping the Institute's priorities and coordinating resources to implement plans.
• Oversee extramural research funding processes, including coordination and oversight of reviews and administration of grants and cooperative agreements.
• Represent NIBIB across NIH and with external stakeholders to advance national and international interests.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Public spokesperson

Strategic planning

Financial & HR management

Education

MD and/or PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical/physical sciences or engineering

Job description

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) invites applications for the Associate Director for Extramural Science Programs (ESP) at the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) in Bethesda, MD. This senior role directs extramural research funding, training programs, and cooperative agreements, shaping national biomedical research priorities.

The incumbent collaborates with the NIBIB Director, oversees program reviews, budget planning, and cross-agency coordination, and