The Associate Program Officer (APO) performs a variety of programmatic, project management, and research tasks to support the Program. Provides research and project management support for the planning, implementation, follow-up, and dissemination activities of assigned projects. May assist senior staff in the development of programs/projects, including developing prospectuses and raising funds.
The APO will work on a range of BHS activities such as the Forum on Neuroscience and Nervous System Disorders and the Forum on Drug Discovery, Development, and Translation.
Job Description:
***PLEASE NOTE A COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION****
Responsibilities
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
COMMITTEE MANAGEMENT
Where applicable and with senior staff oversight, recruits potential committee/panel nominees. Communicates with and facilitates the flow of information among chair, members, consultants, program or project sponsors, and staff. Prepares reports on program or project activities.
RESEARCH AND WRITING
STAFF MANAGEMENT
May assist with mentoring staff. Assigns tasks and provides guidance and feedback to staff. Serves as a resource to staff.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge required. Advanced degree in a related field preferred.
Requirements
Three years of related professional experience required. Experience with neuroscience and/or drug research and development preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Hybrid office/telecommute environment, expected onsite percentage 60%, with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities and to off-site meeting/sponsor locations.
Compensation & Benefits
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
Job Description Summary:
THE PROGRAM
The Biomedical and Health Sciences (BHS) Program addresses basic biomedical, translational, clinical, and health sciences research, development, and policy. Addresses workforce issues, bioethics, legal and societal contexts, and the resilience and health security of communities.
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