Senior Advisor (Part-Time)

Position Objective: Provide services as a Physician Research in support of the overall functions of National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases within the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The purpose of this position is to support the Obesity Treatment, including pharmacotherapy to support development of program work products, funding opportunities, workshops, presentations by leadership, and requests from the communications office and to contribute to the ongoing mentoring of staff. SME for NIDDK consortia and clinical trials on matters related to obesity research, particularly interventions, drugs and safety. Organize workshops and Symposia on obesity related research. SME for internal working meetings such as the DDN obesity working group and Office of Obesity meeting. Contribute to meetings such as the NIH Nutrition Coordinating Committee, the NASEM Obesity Roundtable and joint FDA/Nutrition Committee and Joint FDA/NIH Nutrition Committee.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide advisory services on a full range of issues relating to administrative management and operational support of the Division.

• Provide leadership for and coordinate the overall strategic direction and planning for the program.

• Conduct and perform current state assessments; perform gap analysis; target 'as-is' state development and formulate the to-be state with associated execution strategy and roadmap project schedules.

• Conduct interviews with staff to provide recommendations and options for the appropriate alignment of people, functions and structure.

• Provide analyses, evaluations, technical assessments, feedback and support in the planning and implementation of activities.

• Provide creative counsel on data reporting and formatting.

• Provide advisory services and staff support to executives and senior managers on a full range of issues related to the support of all divisions and centers.

• Respond to public inquiries in consultation with staff.

• Work with staff to draft Statements of Work (SOWs) and Performance Work Statements (PWSs).

• Provide advice on emerging issues affecting the Institute's research mandate.

• Participate in education activities; provide expert input; advise program staff on the design and implementation of new programs; review research portfolios; identify potential gaps for new research opportunities.

• Collaborate with staff on the alignment of any proposed changes to enhance the delivery of services and organizational development within the Institute.

• Work with staff to build and guide the execution of individual project plans for prioritized initiatives; manage and track the status.

• Review plans for future programs based on draft and final forms.

• Work with staff to strategize about future budgeting; provide written recommendations concerning strategies for future budgeting.

• Determine solutions to overcome barriers, fill needs, respond to scientific opportunities and develop collaborative solutions.

• Provide input on complex inquiries.

• Review budget spreadsheets and answer questions related to the budget,

• Perform research in support of strategic planning

• Provide broad support of the Institute's agenda, including strategic and tactical activities, and executive-level interfacing. 3

• Prepare and lead presentations about program to NIH leadership, recruitment venues and meetings.

• Lead and/or attend and participate in working groups, meetings and conferences.

• Write and edit scientific/technical products for a variety of audiences, including the scientific community.

• Translate biological science, clinical medicine, health promotion and related fields into language clear and comprehensible to persons unfamiliar with those subjects. 4

• Design, produce and evaluate information materials to reach national and international audiences through the media and through intermediaries such as voluntary agencies and health professionals; disseminate this material to relevant audiences as directed.

• Identify and respond to scientific opportunities and build national and international research collaborations. 5

• Participate in audits, trainings and site visits as needed.

• Review scientific papers, reports and manuscripts prepared by others, prior to submission. 1

• Provide facilitation and training for staff. 2

Basic Qualifications:

• Masters's degree in Miscellaneous Health Medical Professions or a related field of study

• Licensed physician or board eligible

• Skilled with Peer review process for grants and Grants and contract mechanisms

• Skilled in Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), CFR, FAR, GMP, ICH GCP, HIPAA, IRB, eCTD, CRIS, SOPs, PubMed, FAERS, and Microsoft Office

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.

• Excellent analytical and interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

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This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requisition ID: 7260