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🤔 Have you wondered what it’s like to transfer from academia to a federal role as a scientific review officer (SRO)? Dr. Santanu Banerjee transitioned from an assistant professor position to an SRO at the beginning of the pandemic. “I was prepared that the nature of work as an SRO would be very different from academia. My branch chief, colleagues, IT support, and everyone else involved in training made the process seamless so I was able to hit the ground running,” said Dr. Banerjee. “As an SRO, I have an expanded view of the scientific/medical field, which is impossible to gain from an academic setting or scientific conferences. This includes knowledge of new discoveries and research directions uniquely available to this position,” said Dr. Banerjee on what he enjoys about the SRO role. SROs utilize their scientific expertise, communication skills, and leadership skills to manage all aspects of convening a panel of experts to assess the scientific and technical merit of grant applications and conveying those assessments to funding NIH institutes and centers. Through Wednesday, July 17, 2024, CSR is actively recruiting multiple SROs with expertise from a variety of disciplines within The National Institutes of Health research portfolio – ranging from biomedical engineering to cell biology to behavioral health sciences. Select from one of the three vacancy announcements that aligns best with your expertise: ·      Biologist Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·      Data Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·      Physical Scientist Administrator (SRO) Applying for a federal job is different than applying for an academic position. Let us help you navigate the process. For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply, and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a

📋 Does your background match the following: ✅ reviewed health-related data science research grant applications, contract proposals, or other related works and materials for compliance with requirements and appropriateness; ✅ applied scientific knowledge to place the proposed health-related data science research project in its relation to the current state of research being done in the subject matter area and the organization's priorities; and ✅ responded to issues and concerns about specific applications or proposals pertaining to assigned program areas? You may qualify as a Data Scientist Administrator (Scientific Review Officer) within CSR! SROs utilize their scientific expertise, communication skills, and leadership skills to manage all aspects of convening a panel of experts to assess the scientific and technical merit of grant applications and conveying those assessments to funding institutes and centers within The National Institutes of Health. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply, and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a The Data Scientist Administrator (SRO) positions are eligible for remote work. To be considered for remote work, select the "NIH - US Locations" location within the USAJOBS online application. For any additional HR or application-specific inquiries, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For questions about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov. #ai #artificialintelligence #computerscience #datascience #machinelearning #mathematics #statistics

📋 Does your experience match the following: ✅ independently managed health-related biological sciences research projects (e.g., R01 grant, R01 equivalent grant or contract, or comparable project) with a defined budget and staff; ✅ supervised or led graduate researchers/technicians; ✅ served as primary or corresponding author on publications in refereed journals, presenting published work to scientific organizations, and/or teaching graduate-level courses in biological sciences or health-related disciplines; and ✅ served as a reviewer on peer-reviewed panels or journals? You may qualify as a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Scientific Review Officer) within CSR! SROs utilize their scientific expertise, communication skills, and leadership skills to manage all aspects of convening a panel of experts to assess the scientific and technical merit of grant applications and conveying those assessments to funding institutes and centers. We are also recruiting for Data Scientist Administrators (SROs) and Physical Scientist Administrators (SROs). Our current SRO recruitments are live on USAJOBS through Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply, and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov. #anatomy #biology #biotechnology #biochemistry #bioengineering #biophysics #bioinformatics #cellbiology #developmentalbiology #genetics #immunology #microbiology #molecularbiology #neurobiology #nutrition #pathology #physiology #structuralbiology #systemsbiology #virology #zoology

🤔 Are you considering a career change that utilizes your scientific expertise? Consider joining CSR as a scientific review officer (SRO)! When asked about her transition from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to an SRO, Dr. Cynthia McOliver said, “my prior work at EPA collaborating with teams and engaging in grants management, peer review, and outreach/science communications activities served as a great foundation for transition to an SRO. The excellent new SRO trainings, my highly supportive branch chief, and collaborative and helpful teammates were important in building my confidence as a new SRO.” Dr. McOliver has found “training early career and first-time reviewers to ensure they develop confidence in the peer review process as well as their ability to provide fair, objective, and unbiased assessments of research applications” to be an enjoyable aspect of being an SRO within CSR. Through July 17, 2024, CSR is actively recruiting multiple SROs with expertise from a variety of disciplines within The National Institutes of Health research portfolio – ranging from biomedical engineering to cell biology to behavioral health sciences. Select from one of the three vacancy announcements that best fits your expertise: ·     Biological Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Data Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Physical Scientist Administrator (SRO) 💻 Applying for a federal job is different than applying for an academic position. Let us help you navigate the process. For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply, and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a

📢 Now live: We are recruiting multiple scientific review officers (SROs) with expertise from a variety of disciplines within The National Institutes of Health research portfolio – ranging from biomedical engineering to cell biology to behavioral health sciences. Select from one of the three vacancy announcements that aligns best with your background and experience: ·     Biological Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Data Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Physical Scientist Administrator (SRO) The recruitments are live on USAJOBS through Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 11:59pm ET. A 10-day opening is standard; we hope for a diverse pool of applicants. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply, and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a 💻 Applying for a federal job is different than applying for an academic position. Let us help you navigate the process. For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov.

🧐 Are you considering a career change that utilizes your scientific expertise? Consider joining CSR as a scientific review officer (SRO)! We asked Dr. Krystyna Szymczyk about her transition from a bioinformatic research specialist into the SRO role. “I thought I would miss the wet lab and was worried this position would be too administrative, but I was wrong. I love the role and love CSR, and I never look back. I am surrounded with people who are cheering for me to do well. I feel professionally fulfilled and respected for my knowledge and expertise; my scientific skills are valued.” From July 8-17, 2024, CSR will be actively recruiting multiple SROs with expertise from a variety of disciplines within The National Institutes of Health research portfolio – ranging from biomedical engineering to cell biology to behavioral health sciences. Select from one of the three vacancy announcements that best fits your expertise: ·     Biological Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Data Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Physical Scientist Administrator (SRO) Applying for a federal job is different than applying for an academic position. Let us help you navigate the process. For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply (when live), and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a

Do you have direct/independent research experience OR research administration/extramural experience? You could qualify as a scientific review officer (SRO)! From July 8-17, 2024, CSR will be actively recruiting multiple SROs with expertise from a variety of disciplines within The National Institutes of Health research portfolio – ranging from biomedical engineering to cell biology to behavioral health sciences. Select from one of the three vacancy announcements that best fits your expertise: ·     Biological Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Data Scientist Administrator (SRO) ·     Physical Scientist Administrator (SRO) SROs utilize their scientific expertise, communication skills, and leadership skills to manage all aspects of convening a panel of experts to assess the scientific and technical merit of grant applications and conveying those assessments to funding institutes and centers. Applying for a federal job is different than applying for an academic position. Let us help you navigate the process. For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at adam.peters@nih.gov. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at kristin.kramer@nih.gov. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply (when live), and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a

Are you interested in providing high-level administrative support to the peer review process at The National Institutes of Health? Consider joining CSR as a lead extramural support assistant! As a lead ESA, you will be responsible for: performing specialized tasks for projects, questions, and issues related to the grants function; reviewing completed work of other administrative staff; providing logistical support and coordination for scientific conferences, workshops, and site visits; additional duties in support of the grants function. This position is currently live on USAJOBS through Monday, July 1 at 11:59pm ET. For all U.S. citizens (DE): https://lnkd.in/e2vmWSQi For current federal staff (MP): https://lnkd.in/eUi-s6gE