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Director, Division of International Training and Research, Fogarty International Center
National Institutes of Health
Department of Health and Human Services
Are you a top-level Scientific Researcher and Scientific Administrator seeking a career at one of the preeminent biomedical research institutes in the Nation and the world? This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity to serve as Director of the Division of International Training and Research at the John E. Fogarty International Center and to advance health through administering the Center’s extramural programs which support scientific research and training internationally to reduce disparities in global health. The individual selected will have the opportunity to provide strong and visionary leadership to support global health research conducted by U.S. and international investigators.
We are looking for applicants with a commitment to scientific excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking necessary to lead within a dynamic and diverse organization. Applicants must possess an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in the biomedical sciences and have senior-level research and research administration experience and knowledge of scientific research grant programs in one or more scientific areas related to global health, including, but not limited to infectious and non-communicable diseases in low and middle-income countries. Applicants should be known and respected within their profession, both nationally and internationally, as individuals of outstanding scientific competence. Applicants should have the demonstrated ability to manage financial and human resources, including supervisory experience. Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae, a copy of degree, bibliography, and full contact details for three references. FIC welcomes applications from under-represented minorities (URM), women and people with other diverse perspectives. Appointees may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen who are eligible for a valid work authorization. For the full list of qualifications, please see the announcement located at Executive Careers at NIH.
The successful candidate for this position will be appointed at a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments, and full
Federal benefits, including leave, health and life insurance, retirement, and savings plan (401K equivalent) will be provided. A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. You may contact Ms. Myra Thomas with questions about the position or application process at Myra.Thomas@nih.gov.
If you are ready for an exciting leadership opportunity, please see the detailed vacancy announcement at Executive Careers at NIH.
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