Scientific Policy Analyst – ETalentNetwork

Title of the Job: Scientific Policy Analyst

Location: Bethesda, MD

Job Description: Position Requirements Overall Position Summary and Objectives Min Education Resume Max Pages
Under this task order, the contractor will independently provide support services to satisfy
the overall operational objectives of the National Institute of Allergy and
Infectious Diseases
(NIAID). The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services Master’s 15Additional Qualifications
Certifications & Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in Governmental Affairs or Public Policy

Skills (Ranked By Priority) * Demonstrates superior knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

• Portfolio analysis
• Strategic planning
• Public health
• Policy briefs
• Writing

1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked
Software

• MS Office

Field of Study

• Biology

Statement of Work Details Analyzes complex scientific variables used to prepare various reports that impact the planning and outcome of the research program.

• Perform research and analyses in support of strategic planning, program planning and reporting activities. 1

Collects, analyzes and assimilates data to provide a rational basis for research, health, and social policy and program decisions relating to ethical, legal and social implications.

• Compile information and data for reports and responding to data calls related to program research. 2

Advises management about public policy issues and provides recommendations for appropriate action.

• Provide scientific, analytical and/or policy support, assistance and coordination to senior leadership and program staff related to a broadrange of institute activities.

Attends various staff and scientific meetings providing reports as requested.

• Prepare materials for the appropriations hearings, advisory counsel and working groups meetings; attend Congressional briefingssummarize meetings for senior staff and present finding to staff for discussion.

Provides expert guidance to management about public policy issues and provides recommendations for appropriate action.

• Analyze input from stakeholders related to the research portfolio and synthesizing those responses for the Institute ‘ s senior leadership.

Coordinates the daily workload of junior staff.

• Coordinate the work to be carried out by junior staff, including clear and precise outline of goal/ objective and expectations. Plans and presents at meetings regarding current and new initiatives. – Prepare background materials, goals and objectives, and agenda.

Other

• Research and prepare responses to ad-hoc or recurring inquiries 3
• Prepare substantive technical reports and succinct executive summaries explainingAdministration, Department, NIH and NIAIDprogram and policy issues
• Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to briefthe NIAID Senior Leadership for meetings withNIH or other high-level AdministrativeOfficials
• Collect and compile qualitative and quantitative information and data for use in programdecisions

Deliverables Work products and documents related to preparing technical reports and executive summaries explaining Administration, Department, NIH, and NIAID program and policy issues.

• Ad-Hoc Work products and documents related to preparing background information, optionsand recommendations that are used to brief the NIAID Director for meetings.
• Ad-Hoc Work products and documents related to collecting and compiling information anddata for use in program decisions.
• Ad-Hoc Work products and documents related to researching and preparing responses to adhoc or recurring inquiries. – Ad-Hoc

Physical Requirements Does this position require enrollment in the NIH Bio surety Program? Does this position have clinical responsibilities that involve direct patient care?
No No
Will the individual be required to: Lift or carry more than 50 pounds Lift or carry 25-50 pounds Lift or carry less than 25 pounds Push or pull more than 45 pounds Push or pull 25-45 pounds Reach above shoulder level
No No No No No No
Push or pull less than 25 pounds Stand or walk more than 25 of 30 min Bend repeatedly Kneel Crawl Climb
No No No No No No
Have correctable near vision Distinguish basic colors Operate a motor vehicle Perform repetitive activities Have depth perception Use both hands
No No No No No No
Will the individual be working: Alone Closely with others Outside In dust In excessive heat In excessive cold In excessive noise
No No No No No No No
Shifts Protracted or irregular Hours On slippery or uneven working surfaces On ladders or scaffolding Around machinery with moving parts With hands in water With solvents
No No No No No No No
Will the individual be in contact with any of the following: Asbestos High noise levels Small animals
(fish, birds, rodents etc.) Large animals
(cats, dogs, sheep etc.) Non-Human
primates (rhesus, cynos etc.) Non-Human primate tissues Radiation Human blood or other body fluids Patient/
Human
subjects Lasers (Open or Closed)
No No No No No No No No No No
Will the individual have contact with any of the following: HIV-1 HIV-2 HTLV I/II MMR Viruses Rabies Virus SIV Taxoplasmosis Varicella Virus Orthopox Virus
No No No No No No No No No
Will the individual have contact with any of the following: Aerosols Biological Inhalants Corrosive Substances Inorganic dusts and powders Insecti/Herbi/ Pesticides Other Plastics Heavy Metals Petroleum products Solvents Sensitizing Agents
No No No No No No No No No No No
Will the individual have contact with any of the following: B.Antharcis Botulinum N-toxin Ebola Virus F.talarensis Monkeypox
Virus Ricin Yersinia Pets Other
No No No No No No No No
Will the individual have contact with any of the following Tier1 Select Agents: Gloves Face shields/ goggles Safety Glasses Safety Shoes Lab Coat Ear plugs/ muffs Impervious suit Disposable dust/surgical masks Respirator Clean Room Uniform
No No No No No No No No No No

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