Health Science Policy Analyst

Summary

The incumbent serves as a Health Science Policy Analyst developing and evaluating policies related to biomedical research, public health programs, and scientific initiatives. These positions are located within several Institutes/Centers within the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in Montgomery County, MD.

Duties

• •Contributes to a range of staff functions involving planning, policy development, and analysis necessary for key policy and program decisions by the division leadership.
• •Develops reports and other staff documents on policies, programs, plans, research accomplishments, and other activities.
• •Maintains awareness of scientific and legislative developments and issues having implications for current and planned health and bioethics research and research training programs.
• •Consults 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.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Health Science Policy Analyst, GS-0601, position you must have successfully completed bachelor's degree or graduate/higher level degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. (This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained). AND To qualify for a Health Science Policy Analyst, 0601 at the GS-11 level, you must have at least 1 year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Summarizing and explaining health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings for various audiences (e.g., general public, scientists). 2.) Assisting with the development of programs/procedures to guide health-related (e.g., biomedical) research. AND 3.) Analyzing health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and quantitative (e.g., regression) methods; OR B. Completed 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or, have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field; OR C. A combination of graduate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. To qualify for a Health Science Policy Analyst, 0601, at the GS-12 level, 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.) Summarizing and explaining health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings for various audiences (e.g., general public, scientists). 2.) Assisting with the development and implementation of programs, policies, or procedures to guide health-related (e.g., biomedical) research. 3.) Collaborating with organizational stakeholders to develop/establish health-related (e.g., biomedical) research plans. AND 4.) Evaluating health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and quantitative (e.g., regression) methods. To qualify for a Health Science Policy Analyst, 0601, at the GS-13 level, 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, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Summarizing and explaining health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings to various audiences (e.g., general public, scientists). 2.) Developing and/or implementing policies, programs, or procedures to guide health-related (e.g., biomedical) research. 3.) Collaborating with senior-level leadership (e.g., chief scientist, directors) to develop plans for conducting health-related (e.g., biomedical) research. 4.) Evaluating health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and quantitative (e.g., regression) methods. AND 5.) Designing and/or implementing strategies to improve the effectiveness (e.g., timeliness, goal accomplishment) of a health-related (e.g., biomedical) research program. 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. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. 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. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13090856

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.