Interdisciplinary (Staff Associate) - Alexandria, United States - US National Science Foundation

US National Science Foundation

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Alexandria, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:

OIA works across disciplinary boundaries to lead and coordinate strategic programs and opportunities that: advance research excellence and innovation; develop human and infrastructure capacity critical to the U.S.

science and engineering enterprise; and promote engagement of scientists and engineers at all career stages.

Interdisciplinary Staff Associate Duties

Serve as the Executive Secretary of the Advisory Committee for Environmental Research and Education and chair of the Environmental Research and Education Working Group.
With the support of a data analysis contractor, lead an exploration of the scientific and, where appropriate, career impacts of the investments made by Integrative Activities programs both current and past.
Work with a small group of NSF staff to plan and initiate a national engagement on science that seeks to promote broad public engagement in discussions of the potential of science and engineering to address societal needs.
Assist in the implementation of merit review, award management, and outreach processes for collaborative crosscutting programs.
Advise and assist in the development of shortand longrange plans, establishing goals and objectives for collaborative, crosscutting research programs.
Represent OIA programs, the Office, and the Foundation within the scientific community, with other NSF units, with other appropriate agencies and organizations, and with the public, accurately reflecting NSF policy and positions.
Establish contacts and maintain active involvement in program and related areas through participation in professional activities. Maintain familiarity with salient current research developments.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

This position is outside the competitive civil service.
You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by AFGE Local 3403.

Qualifications:

Relevant research fields include biological, mathematical, physical, social, behavioral and economic sciences, computer and information science and engineering, engineering, geosciences, and STEM education research.
An openness to innovative approaches to proposal and project review is essential.
The following are desirable but not essential:
Experience managing or co-managing NSF programs that contribute to environmental science or engineering.
Prior participation in interdirectorate program management activities at NSF.
Prior experience in facilitating discussions amongst researchers with different perspectives, and participation in managing the review of interdisciplinary proposals.

Education:

Please refer to the Qualifications section.

If your degree was obtained from a foreign institution, please also submit the certification from the Association for International Credential Evaluation Professionals, or certification equivalency.

Additional information:

Relocation MAY be paid contingent upon the availability of funds.

It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs.

Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to & including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment & referral to the Office of Inspector General.

Foreign Talent Definitions

This announcement is open to All US Citizens who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements.

This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.

NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework.

Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place.

Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated on the extent and quality of your experience, expertise, education, and research activities relevant to the duties of the position.

In some cases, additional assessment processes may also be used. We strongly encourage you to specifically address the Quality Ranking Factors below. This will ensure that you receive full consideration in th