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Summary This position is located in the Office of Program Planning and Analysis, National Eye Institute. The National Eye Institute (NEI), a major component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is responsible for a national and international program for the conduct and support of research on the causes, natural history, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eye and visual system, and related fields. Responsibilities Leads strategic planning, implementation, monitoring and assessment related to health research and science policy issues. Oversees and conducts in-depth analyses of significant scientific and social/behavioral policy issues and subject matter areas to guide a research agenda. Maintains broad authoritative and up-to-date expert knowledge of progress and current issues in high priority research areas relevant to the mission through ongoing review of the literature, attendance at scientific meetings, and participation in retreats, seminars, and conferences. Serves as a technical expert on health science planning, policy, and evaluation. Identifies and conducts extensive analysis of trends in and/or emerging or potential problems and opportunities in science policy areas that may have implications for the programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Education Requirement: In order to qualify for this position in the GS-601 General medical and Healthcare Series, you must have 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 appropriate to the work of this position. All education, unless completed outside of the U.S., must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the education was completed. Additional Qualifications Requirement(s): In order to qualify for a Senior Health Science Policy Analyst at the GS-14: you must have at least one year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Summarizing and explaining health-related (e.g., biomedical) research findings to various audiences (e.g., general public, scientists). 2.) Developing and implementing policies, programs, and procedures to guide health-related (e.g., biomedical) research. 3.) Collaborating with senior-level leadership (e.g., chief scientist, directors) to identify long-term plans for a health-related (e.g., biomedical) research program. 4.) Leading the evaluation of a health-related (e.g., biomedical) research program using qualitative (e.g., content analysis) and quantitative (e.g., regression) methods. 5.) Designing and implementing strategies to improve the effectiveness (e.g., timeliness, goal accomplishment) of a health-related (e.g., biomedical) research program; AND 6.) Leading a team conducting policy analysis on health-related (e.g., biomedical) research topics. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12670940 Education This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education. Additional Information This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave. A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: telework (work from home on a regular basis or ad hoc basis but reports to the office at least once a week/two days a pay period). If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information is required annually. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/fd. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration. Veterans' Preference applies only to Schedule A (disability appointment) and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable). The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process. Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.