Opportunity in The National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases as Director, Vaccine Research Program - US Govt.

The National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is seeking an exceptional and visionary leader to take on the dual role of the assistant director for HIV vaccine research, NIAID, and the director, Vaccine Research Program (VRP), in the Division of AIDS. The VRP director is responsible for planning, implementing, and directing a global research program of grants and contracts for the discovery, development, and clinical testing of candidate vaccines for the prevention of HIV infection. The VRP director provides oversight to approximately 30 federal employees and 22 on-site contractors within the Office of the Director and two scientific branches. The VRP director formulates an overall scientific agenda for the development and clinical testing of preventive vaccines, recommends resource allocation among competing initiatives, and continually assesses and reorients program activities and priorities to be responsive to changing research needs or redefined policies. In addition, the VRP director serves as the division lead liaison with a number of critical partnerships that have been designed to increase the global harmonization and coordination of HIV vaccine research between all internal and external stakeholders.

Post: Director, Vaccine Research Program

The incumbent also serves as the assistant director for HIV vaccine research and reports to the NIAID director. The responsibilities of this position include
1) advising the director on all aspects of the NIAID HIV/AIDS vaccine research and development effort for the purpose of ensuring a well-coordinated, seamless program;
2) representing the director in activities and discussions related to planning, implementing, conducting, and evaluating NIAID’s overall HIV/AIDS research and development program;
3) serving as liaison between extramural components of NIAID and the joint NIAID/National Cancer Institute intramural vaccine center;
4) representing the director\ in interactions with relevant constituencies and the media; and
5) maintaining ongoing relationships with relevant individuals and groups to further the HIV/AIDS vaccine-related mission of NIAID.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a biomedical science. In addition, the candidate must have demonstrated skills in
1) working both independently and collaboratively in planning, organizing, and conducting vaccine research (HIV vaccine research is a plus);
2) serving effectively in research program administration; and
3) effective communications and collaborations. Competitive candidates will be widely respected by their peers for their scientific and managerial or executive accomplishments and expertise.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Provide curriculum vitae, bibliography, and a three-page summary explaining 1) your vision for HIV vaccine research; 2) your reasons for being interested in the position; and 3) the specific leadership skills and experience you would bring to the HIV/AIDS research programs at NIAID. Submit application package to Mr. Robert Gulakowski, Office of the Director, DAIDS, NIAID, 6700-B Rockledge Drive, Room 4143, Bethesda, MD 20892-7620, and reference announcement number DAIDS-11-02.

The deadline for receipt of applications is August 15, 2011. Direct any inquiries to Mr. Gulakowski at rgulakow@niaid.nih.gov or 301-496-0545. All information provided by applicants will remain confidential and will be reviewed only by authorized NIAID officials. The successful candidate will be appointed under the Title 42(f) authority at a salary commensurate with experience. The maximum annual base salary is $200,000, with a maximum total annual compensation limit of $230,000. A full package of benefits is also available, including retirement; health, life, and long-term care insurance; annual and sick leave; and a thrift savings plan (401K equivalent). This position is subject to public financial disclosure requirements.

To learn more about NIAID and how you can play a role in this exciting and dynamic research organization, visit us at niaid.nih.gov/careers/dv