About the opportunity
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking to hire Health Program Specialists. In this role, you will have a key role in planning, coordinating, and evaluating research proposals for grant programs. You will serve as a subject matter expert and provide strategic scientific guidance, lead analysis of program challenges, oversee grant programs, and present findings to senior leadership and stakeholders. You will also manage new product and service implementation, collaborate with internal and external partners, lead contract administration efforts, and represent programs at national or international meetings.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range of $85,447 to $158,322 per annum
- Health and insurance benefits through OPM
- Work schedule flexibilities including telework, compressed schedules, and flexible schedules
- Possible federal student loan repayment assistance based on organizational need
- Potential service credit for prior work experience or active-duty uniformed service for annual leave accrual
- Possible recruitment or relocation incentives based on agency need and budget limitations
Who can apply?
- Must possess a Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences, or allied sciences
- For GS-11: Must have at least one year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level, or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D., or a Ph.D./equivalent doctoral degree, or a combination of education and experience
- For GS-12: Must have at least one year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level
- For GS-13: Must have at least one year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level
Required documents
- Resume (two pages or less, clearly demonstrating qualifications)
- Completed application questionnaire
- Transcripts or course list if qualifying based on education (unofficial accepted initially, official required prior to offer)
- SF-50 (most recent competitive career or career conditional SF-50, if applicable)
- Veteran documentation such as DD-214 or VA Disability Letter, if applicable
- Schedule A documentation for disability appointment, if applicable
When to apply
- Applications open on September 10, 2026
- Applications close on September 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time or when the 200th application is received, whichever comes first
How to apply
- Click the Apply Online button on USAJOBS
- Follow prompts to select your resume and required supporting documents
- Read and respond to all eligibility and application questionnaire questions
- Complete and submit the application package by the deadline
- Complete required USA Hire Competency Based Assessments within 48 hours of notification if instructed
Additional information
- This position is designated as a non-emergency/teleworker position
- Selected candidates may be subject to USA Hire online assessments
- Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Applicants possessing a Bachelor's or graduate degree in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences, or allied sciences.
- Candidates meeting the specific time-in-grade or education requirements for the GS-11, GS-12, or GS-13 levels.
- Professionals with experience in planning, coordinating, and evaluating research proposals for grant programs and providing scientific guidance.
What should you think carefully about?
- The application window closes immediately upon reaching the 200th application received, which requires prompt submission.
- The position is structured as a hybrid role located in Frederick, Maryland.
- Applicants must complete required USA Hire Competency Based Assessments within 48 hours of receiving an invitation email.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers health science professionals a strategic platform to oversee grant programs, manage contract administration, and shape scientific initiatives at a national level.
Our take
Science professionals with grants management experience who can act quickly before application caps are met should apply immediately, while those unable to complete rapid online assessments should take note of the strict timelines.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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