16 March: fyi -- research management, US
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National Science Foundation
Rotational Vacancy
ANNOUNCEMENT NO: E20060066-Rotators OPEN: 03/15/06
CLOSES: 04/05/06
POSITIONS WILL BE FILLED ON A ONE OR TWO YEAR VISITING SCIENTIST
APPOINTMENT, INTERGOVERNMENTAL PERSONNEL ACT (IPA) ASSIGNMENT BASIS, OR
FEDERAL TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT.
The National Science Foundation is seeking a candidate for a position as
Program Director for the Science and Society Program in the Division of
Social and Economic Sciences (SES), Directorate for Social and Behavioral
Sciences, Arlington, VA. The desired starting date for these appointments
is July 9, 2006 although some flexibility is possible.
The Division of Social and Economic Sciences (SES) supports research to
develop and advance scientific knowledge focusing on economic, legal,
political, and social systems, organizations and institutions. In addition,
SES supports research on the intellectual and social contexts that govern
the development and use of science and technology. SES programs consider
proposals that fall squarely within disciplines, but they also encourage
and support interdisciplinary projects, which are evaluated through joint
review among Programs in SES, as well as joint review with programs in
other Divisions, and NSF-wide multi-disciplinary panels, as appropriate.
More information about SES and their programs can be found on their website
at http://www.inside.nsf.gov/sbe/
The Science and Society Program consists of two components: History,
Philosophy, and Social Studies of Science, Engineering and Technology; and
Ethics and Values in Science, Engineering, and Technology and Studies in
Policy, Science, Engineering and Technology. The vacancy is for a Program
Director whose primary expertise is in one or more of the disciplines that
focuses on the History, Philosophy and Social Studies of Science,
Engineering and Technology. This person will have primary responsibility
for the component of the program that funds research on historical and
philosophical studies that examine the intellectual, theoretical, social-
cultural, and material dimensions of science, technology, and engineering.
This component of the Science and Society Program supports proposals that
are reflective, analytical, and interpretive studies of the scientific and
engineering enterprise today and as it has existed in the past. The Program
also supports research that draws upon the social and behavioral sciences,
including science and technology studies, to examine the influence of
society on engineering, science and technology, as well as the influence of
science, engineering and technology on society. The Program supports
research that employs the tools and theories of the social sciences to
examine how science, engineering, and technology function in different
societies, and how culture, society, and science, technology, and
engineering shape each other. Both Program components may contribute to
research of this sort and the Science and Society Program Directors are
expected to cooperate closely with each other.
This position will be filled on a one or two year Visiting Scientist
Appointment, under the terms of the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA)
or as a Federal Temporary Appointment. Temporary and Visiting Scientist
appointments will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act with
a current salary range of $91,407 to $142,449 depending on qualifications
and experience. For Visiting Scientist appointments, individuals are in a
non-pay leave status from the home institution and are appointed to NSF\u2019s
payroll as a Federal employee. NSF withholds FICA and provides
reimbursement for fringe benefits. For Federal temporary appointments of
more than one year, the usual civil service benefits (retirement, health
and life insurance) are applicable. For IPA assignments, the individual
remains an employee on the payroll of his or her home institution and the
institution continues to administer pay and benefits. NSF reimburses the
institution for NSF\u2019s negotiated share of the costs. Individuals eligible
for an IPA assignment include employees of State and local government
agencies, institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments,
federally funded research and development centers and qualified nonprofit
organizations. For more information regarding Visiting Scientist
appointments or IPA assignments, visit our website at
http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The incumbent works collaboratively with the
career Program Director in the implementation, review, funding, post-award
management, and evaluation of the program and contributes to the
intellectual integration with other programs supported by the Division.
Designs and implements the proposal review and evaluation process for
relevant proposals. Selects well qualified individuals to provide objective
reviews on proposals either as individuals or as members of a panel.
Conducts final review of proposals and evaluations, and recommends
acceptance or declination. Manages and monitors on-going grants, contracts,
interagency and cooperative agreements to ensure fulfillment of commitments
to NSF. Evaluates progress of awards through review and evaluation of
reports and publications submitted by awardees and/or meetings at NSF and
during site visits. Contributes to the responsibility for establishing
goals and objectives, initiating new program thrusts and phasing out old
projects. Recommends new or revised policies and plans in scientific,
fiscal, and administrative matters to improve the activities and management
of the Program.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Qualification requirements include a Ph.D. or
equivalent experience in history, philosophy, or social studies of science,
engineering, or technology. In addition, six years of successful research,
research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the
program is required.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: In addition to the qualifications outlined above,
further qualifications desired include:
· Broad based knowledge of the theories, methods, and literature in
history, philosophy and social studies of science, technology, and
engineering.
· Research, analytical and technical writing skills, which evidence the
ability to perform extensive inquiries into a wide variety of significant
issues and to make recommendations and decisions based on findings.
· Ability to organize, implement and manage large, multi-disciplinary,
broadly based, proposal driven grant programs allocating resources to meet
a broad spectrum of program goals.
· Ability to meet and deal with members of the scientific community,
other funding agencies and peers to effectively present and advocate
program policies and plans.
· Ability to work with individuals within the SES Division; including
other Program Directors and technical and support staff.
HOW TO APPLY: Applications may be transmitted electronically to
rotator@nsf.gov. You may also submit a resume or any application of your
choice to the National Science Foundation, Division of Human Resource
Management, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22230, Attn: E20060066-
Rotator. In addition, you are encouraged to submit a narrative statement
that addresses your background and/or experience related to this position.
You are asked to complete and submit the attached Applicant Survey form.
Submission of this form is voluntary and will not affect your application
for employment (the information is used for statistical purposes).
Telephone inquiries may be referred to the Executive and Visiting Personnel
Branch, at
(703) 292-8755. Technical inquires may be referred to Dr. Richard Lempert,
Division Director, at (703) 292-8760 or email rlempert@nsf.gov. Hearing
impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-8044.
The National Science Foundation provides reasonable accommodations to
applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a
reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring
process, please notify the point of contact listed on this vacancy
announcement.
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