Geologist (Program Director) AD-1350-04, GEO/EAR (Closes: 9/30/2013)

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field plus after award of the Ph.D., six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position; OR a Master’s degree in an appropriate field plus after award of the degree, eight or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position. Appropriate fields would include geochemistry, petrology, economic geology, and/or volcanology.  In addition, familiarity with the NASA planetary science programs is highly desirable.

You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.

You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date of the job announcement. You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire.

All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

You will be evaluated on the extent and quality of your experience, expertise, education, and research activities relevant to the duties of the position. We strongly encourage you to specifically address the Quality Ranking Factors below. This will ensure that you receive full consideration in the evaluation process.

Quality Ranking Factors 

Knowledge and understanding of scientific principles and theories applicable to geology as demonstrated by publications, invited talks, and/or professional recognition. Ability to manage an externally reviewed proposal driven grants program, through the evaluation of research and educational activities, and the allocating of resources to meet a spectrum of program goals. Professional analytical and technical writing skills which evidence experience in presentation of extensive inquiry into a wide variety of significant issues related to the Earth science community and make recommendations and decisions based on findings. Ability to recognize and formulate programmatic plans that respond to emerging areas of research. Ability to interact effectively with members of the Earth scientific community, representatives of other federal agencies, foreign national programs and peers to effectively present, advocate and advance program policies, plans and goals. Knowledge of NSF's and EAR's mission and programmatic activities.Ability to work effectively in a team setting in pursuit of program goals and objectives.
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Program Director, Hydrologic Sciences Program, Division of Earth Sciences, GEO, AD-1350-04 (Closes: 2/3/2014)

Become a part of our mission to maintain and strengthen the vitality of the US science and engineering enterprise. For over 60 years, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has remained the premier Federal agency supporting basic research at the frontiers of discovery across all fields, as well as science and engineering education at all levels.

The position of Program Director for Hydrologic Sciences Program (HS) is in the Surface Earth Processes (SEP) Section within the Division of Earth Sciences (EAR), Directorate for Geosciences (GEO). EAR administers programs in support of basic research, facilities, and a wide spectrum of other scientific activities. Programs are devoted to increasing basic knowledge of the structure and evolution of the Earth, and supports research on a complex interplay of physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes. More information about EAR programs can be found here.

The Hydrologic Sciences program supports theoretical observational, and experimental research and modeling of water processes including precipitation and evapotranspiration, snow accumulation and melting, overland and channel flow/transport, subsurface (vadose zone, aquifers) flow, biogeochemical reactions and chemical fate and transport. Subfields encompassed by HS include: hydrometeorology, ecohydrology, aquatic geochemistry, erosion and sedimentation, solute flow and transport, flood analysis, low flows and drought, snow, wetlands and lakes. The program also interacts and cooperates with programs in geomorphology and land use dynamics, low temperature geochemistry, ecosystems, meteorology, atmospheric sciences, climate dynamics, environmental engineering and others on projects of mutual interest. The HS program is also active in the critical zone observatory program and a systems approach to surface Earth processes through Frontiers of Earth Systems Dynamics, Water Sustainability and Climate and the Integrated Earth Systems programs.

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Social Scientist (Program Director in the Law and Social Sciences Program), AD-0101-04 (Closes: 2/25/2014)

Become a part of our mission to maintain and strengthen the vitality of the US science and engineering enterprise. For over 60 years, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has remained the premier Federal agency supporting basic research at the frontiers of discovery across all fields, as well as science and engineering education at all levels.

The National Science Foundation is seeking a candidate for a Program Director position in the Law and Social Sciences (LSS) Program within the Division of Social and Economic Sciences (SES), Directorate for Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (SBE).

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 programs, including the LSS Program can be found here.

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Dear Colleague Letter: Division of Electrical, Communications and Cyber Systems (ECCS) - Employment Opportunities for a Program Director Position (Open Until Filled)

ECCS 13-004

Dear Colleague Letter: Division of Electrical, Communications and Cyber Systems (ECCS) - Employment Opportunities for a Program Director Position

Date: July 18, 2013

Dear Colleagues:

The Division of Electrical, Communications and Cyber Systems (ECCS), within the Directorate for Engineering at the National Science Foundation, announces a nationwide search for senior-level engineering researcher to fill an open Program Director position in the Communications, Circuits, and Sensing Systems (CCSS) area.

Formal consideration of interested applications will begin August 1, 2013 and will continue until a selection is made.? The division is looking to fill this position during the summer timeframe.

The ECCS Division addresses fundamental research issues underlying component and device technologies, energy and power research, including smart grid, controls, computation, networks, communications and cyber technologies, and supports the integration and networking of complex intelligent systems principles at the nano, micro, and macro scales for a variety of application domains in healthcare, energy, communications, critical infrastructures, environment, homeland security, transportation, and manufacturing.? The Division is organized around three broad programs: Electronics, Photonics and Magnetic Device Technologies (EPMD); Energy, Power, and Adaptive Systems (EPAS); and Communications, Circuits, and Sensing Systems (CCSS). For further information, please visit the ECCS web site at http://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?org=ECCS.

The successful candidate will possess broad and demonstrated experience to address emerging research areas in Micro, Nano, & Bio Systems, MEMS/NEMS Systems-on-a-Chip,?Sensors, Actuators, & Electronic Interfaces, Diagnostic & Implantable Systems, Chemical, Biological, & Physical Diagnostics,?Environmental Sensing & Monitoring, Infrastructure Monitoring, Micro Power & Energy Scavenging, System-Level Fabrication, Packaging, & Assembly.

Qualification requirements for the position are a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline in engineering or science plus after award of the Ph.D., six or more years of successful research, research administration and/or managerial experience in academe, industry, or government.? The candidate must demonstrate vision and leadership to identify and support long-term research and education that contributes to the mission of the Division and NSF.? NSF Program Directors have the primary responsibility for carrying out the Agency's overall mission to support innovative and merit-evaluated activities in fundamental research and education that contribute to the nation's technological strength, security, and welfare. This requires expertise in appropriate disciplines to implement the proposal review and evaluation process for the program, as well as strong skills in written and oral communication, a commitment to high standards, considerable breadth of interest and receptivity to new ideas, strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of?personal integrity. The position provides a challenging experience and an excellent opportunity to encourage and support engineering research and education. The individual will work with other Program Directors in formulating research strategies, developing collaboration and cooperation across the Foundation and among government, academe and industry, fostering outreach to underrepresented groups, and providing leadership within NSF and the research community.

Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens.

The Program Director position recruited under this announcement may be filled under the following rotational programs:

Intergovernmental Personnel Assignment (IPA) Act:?Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved.? Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period.? The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee’s salary and benefits.? Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

For additional information on NSF’s rotational programs, please see “Programs for Scientists, Engineers, and Educators” on the NSF website at:?http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/.

Applicants should indicate in their cover letter that they are applying to the CS Position.? Please submit your application to:

Sue Kemnitzer
Acting Division Director
Division of Electrical, Communications and Cyber Systems (ECCS)
National Science Foundation
4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 525
Arlington, Virginia 22230
Phone: (703) 292-8339; Fax: (703) 292-9147; e-mail: skemnitz@nsf.gov

NSF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO EMPLOYING A HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF THAT REFLECTS THE DIVERSITY OF OUR NATION.

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Biological Science Administrator (Program Director), Division of Biological Infrastructure, Directorate for Biological Sciences, AD-0401-04 (Closes: 1/13/2014)

The responsibilities of the NSF Program Director are constantly evolving. The Program Director is guided by the goals of NSF's Strategic Plan: (1) enable the United States to uphold a position of world leadership in all aspects of science, mathematics, and engineering, (2) promote the discovery, integration, dissemination, and employment of new knowledge in service to society, and (3) achieve excellence in U.S. science, mathematics, engineering, and technology education at all levels. The core strategies NSF staff employ include developing intellectual capital, strengthening the physical infrastructure, integrating research and education, and promoting partnerships.

Responsibilities of the Program Director include, for example, long-range planning and budget development for the areas of science represented by the program or program cluster, the administration of the merit review process and proposal recommendations, the preparation of press releases, feature articles and material describing advances in the research supported, and coordination and liaison with other programs in NSF, other Federal agencies and organizations.

Additional duties and responsibilities include the following:

PROGRAM PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
Maintains a healthy balance of support for all the needs of the research and education enterprise through program, division, directorate, Foundation, or interagency activities. Manages program resources to provide optimal appropriate scientific judgment to insure integrity and consistency in the grant/declination process without conflicts of interest, and with balance among appropriate sub-fields and institutions, and participation of all qualified scientists. Manages an effective, timely merit review process, with attention to increasing the size and quality of the reviewer pools and insuring participation by women, minorities and disabled scientists.Provides scientific expertise, evaluation and advice for other programs in NSF, including international programs, and other research programs, and cross-directorate programs.Advises and assists in the development of short-and-long range plans, establishing goals and objectives for support of research programs. Plans the budget for the program considering past, present and future fiscal years, allocates resources within the budget by distributing scarce resources among competitive projects, and manages post-award evaluation.Controls waste, fraud and abuse. REPRESENTATION, COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP Represents the Program, Division and the Foundation within the scientific community, with other NSF Divisions, with other appropriate agencies and organizations, and with the public, accurately reflecting NSF policy and positions.Creates and maintains linkages to other NSF units and other Federal agencies in pursuit of the overall NSF mission.Participates in staff, panel, committee and other meetings, providing input relevant to program area and/or Division.Pursues affirmative action and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) goals.Pursues and/or is responsive to assignment on special projects and temporary function teams across the Foundation to solve problems, improve staff communication, and effect coordination for special programs.Contributes ideas and effort to improving the quality of policies and NSF's performance of the overall mission. Prepares and disseminates a variety of informational documents which may include data on progress being made toward NSF goals, trends and opportunities papers, and budget plans.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Establishes contacts and maintains active involvement in Program and related areas through participation in professional activities.Maintains familiarity with salient current research developments. Pursues individual research as workload and travel funds permit.Expands administrative capabilities through training courses or assumption of new management.

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Biological Science Administrator (Program Director), Division of Biological Infrastructure, Directorate for Biological Sciences, AD-0401-04 (Closes: 1/13/2014)

The responsibilities of the NSF Program Director are constantly evolving. The Program Director is guided by the goals of NSF's Strategic Plan: (1) enable the United States to uphold a position of world leadership in all aspects of science, mathematics, and engineering, (2) promote the discovery, integration, dissemination, and employment of new knowledge in service to society, and (3) achieve excellence in U.S. science, mathematics, engineering, and technology education at all levels. The core strategies NSF staff employ include developing intellectual capital, strengthening the physical infrastructure, integrating research and education, and promoting partnerships.

Responsibilities of the Program Director include, for example, long-range planning and budget development for the areas of science represented by the program or program cluster, the administration of the merit review process and proposal recommendations, the preparation of press releases, feature articles and material describing advances in the research supported, and coordination and liaison with other programs in NSF, other Federal agencies and organizations.

Additional duties and responsibilities include the following:

PROGRAM PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
Maintains a healthy balance of support for all the needs of the research and education enterprise through program, division, directorate, Foundation, or interagency activities. Manages program resources to provide optimal appropriate scientific judgment to insure integrity and consistency in the grant/declination process without conflicts of interest, and with balance among appropriate sub-fields and institutions, and participation of all qualified scientists. Manages an effective, timely merit review process, with attention to increasing the size and quality of the reviewer pools and insuring participation by women, minorities and disabled scientists.Provides scientific expertise, evaluation and advice for other programs in NSF, including international programs, and other research programs, and cross-directorate programs.Advises and assists in the development of short-and-long range plans, establishing goals and objectives for support of research programs. Plans the budget for the program considering past, present and future fiscal years, allocates resources within the budget by distributing scarce resources among competitive projects, and manages post-award evaluation.Controls waste, fraud and abuse. REPRESENTATION, COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP Represents the Program, Division and the Foundation within the scientific community, with other NSF Divisions, with other appropriate agencies and organizations, and with the public, accurately reflecting NSF policy and positions.Creates and maintains linkages to other NSF units and other Federal agencies in pursuit of the overall NSF mission.Participates in staff, panel, committee and other meetings, providing input relevant to program area and/or Division.Pursues affirmative action and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) goals.Pursues and/or is responsive to assignment on special projects and temporary function teams across the Foundation to solve problems, improve staff communication, and effect coordination for special programs.Contributes ideas and effort to improving the quality of policies and NSF's performance of the overall mission. Prepares and disseminates a variety of informational documents which may include data on progress being made toward NSF goals, trends and opportunities papers, and budget plans.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Establishes contacts and maintains active involvement in Program and related areas through participation in professional activities.Maintains familiarity with salient current research developments. Pursues individual research as workload and travel funds permit.Expands administrative capabilities through training courses or assumption of new management.

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Dear Colleague Letter - Employment Opportunity for Broadening Participation in Engineering Program Director, Engineering Education and Centers Division (EEC)

EEC 13-001

Dear Colleague Letter - Employment Opportunity for Broadening Participation in Engineering Program Director, Engineering Education and Centers Division (EEC)

Date: March 14, 2013

The Engineering Education and Centers Division (EEC) in the Directorate for Engineering (ENG), announces a nationwide search for an individual to serve as Program Director for the Broadening Participation in Engineering Program (BPE). The rotational assignment will be made for one year, and it may be extended for additional years by mutual agreement. Formal consideration of interested applicants will begin April 1, 2013 and will continue until a selection is made. The selected applicant is expected to start between July 1, 2013 and September 30, 2013.

Through its funding portfolio, the BPE Program focuses on effective means of creating diverse pathways to engineering careers for all members of society, particularly those currently under-represented in the engineering workforce. The objective of the program is to improve the quality and diversity of the engineering workforce through targeted, systemic investments that achieve demonstrable short term and long term impact. The selected individual is expected to:

Develop the ENG broadening participation strategy to maximize the impact of ENG investments.Solicit, review, and effectively manage a portfolio of awards in broadening participation.Work with other experts internal and external to NSF to evaluate the long term impact of ENG’s broadening participation portfolio.Serve as a resource for ENG through their expertise on current scholarship and research for effective broadening participation strategies.Work closely with other program officers and administrative staff across the Engineering Directorate on methods to improve existing review, outreach, and other efforts to meet NSF goals of broadening participation.Participate in intra- and inter-agency broadening participation workgroups, as appropriate, to effectively leverage ENG investments

NSF Program Directors bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the overall mission of the agency. To discharge this responsibility requires not only knowledge in the appropriate disciplines, but also a commitment to high standards, a considerable breadth of interest and receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

Required qualifications include a Ph.D. degree or equivalent professional experience in an engineering discipline, plus six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience in academe, industry, or government. The appointee is expected to have knowledge of research in an engineering discipline as well as the scholarship of broadening participation as evidenced by leading research efforts, scholarly publications in this area or other relevant measures. Experience in managing programs that enhance the recruitment, retention and successful career development of underrepresented groups in engineering and related disciplines is highly desirable. Leadership experience in engineering education or broadening participation efforts (departmental, college, university, societies, journals, etc.) is required. In addition, demonstrated achievements in classroom teaching and student advising are important attributes for the successful applicant. Also desirable are knowledge of the general scientific and engineering community and strong skills in written and oral communication. The appointee is expected to function effectively both within specific programs and as part of a team, contributing to and coordinating with offices throughout NSF and with other Federal and state government agencies and private sector organizations. The National Science Foundation especially encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and underrepresented minorities, as well as individuals from Minority Serving Institutions.

This position may be filled through one of the following appointment options:

Intergovernmental Personnel Assignment (IPA) Act: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee's salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

Visiting Scientist Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Visiting Scientists are on non-paid leave status from their home institution and placed on the NSF payroll. NSF withholds Social Security taxes and pays the home institution's contributions to maintain retirement and fringe benefits (i.e., health benefits and life insurance), either directly to the home institution or to the carrier. Appointments are usually made for a one-year period and may be extended for an additional year by mutual agreement.

Temporary Excepted Service Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Candidates who do not have civil service or reinstatement eligibility will not obtain civil service status if selected. Candidates currently in the competitive service will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if selected. Usual civil service benefits (retirement, health benefits, and life insurance) are applicable for appointments of more than one year. Temporary appointments may not exceed three years.

For additional information on NSF's rotator programs, please visit http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/.

Applications will be accepted from US Citizens. Due to a recent change in Federal Appropriations Law, only Non-Citizens who are permanent US residents and actively seeking citizenship can be considered for Federal appointments (i.e., Visiting Scientists, Engineers and Educators (VSEE) program, Temporary Excepted Service). Therefore, you are required to provide documentation that confirms you are actively seeking citizenship at the time you submit your application. Non-citizens who do not provide documentation will be considered only for the IPA program.

Individuals interested in applying for this Program Director position should send a current CV and statement of interest to:

Engineering Education and Centers Division
National Science Foundation
4201 Wilson Blvd., Suite 585
Arlington, VA 22230
Phone: 703-292-8380
Attn: Dr. Theresa Maldonado, Division Director
Email: tmaldona@nsf.gov

NSF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO EMPLOYING
A HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF THAT REFLECTS THE DIVERSITY OF OUR NATION.

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Dear Colleague Letter - Program Director, Office of Cyberinfrastructure Employment Opportunities (Open until filled)

OCI 13-001

Dear Colleague Letter - Program Director, Office of Cyberinfrastructure Employment Opportunities

The Office of Cyberinfrastructure (OCI) http://www.nsf.gov/dir/index.jsp?org=OCI at the National Science Foundation (NSF) announces a nationwide search for three senior-level researchers to serve as Program Directors. Formal consideration of interested applications will begin in December and will continue until selections are made. While disciplinary expertise will be expected for the program director, the focus of the search is to assemble a scholarly, open-minded, diverse and intellectually integrated group to join the present team in sharing the Office of Cyberinfrastructure's responsibilities within NSF's overall mission: to promote the progress of science, to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare, to secure the national defense. The Office currently has three specific areas of need:

The Program Director in this position leads and manages the cybersecurity research and development portfolio in OCI in response to community needs and in coordination with the community. This program director has experience in cybersecurity research, testing and deployment and has duties including: leading OCI participation in NSF's joint directorate program on Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace (SaTC) and management of OCI's Transition to Practice efforts in SaTC; coordinating with other US agency activities (for example, DOE and DHS) and their research and development activities; coordinating cybersecurity activities among NSF facilities; managing the current cybersecurity investment portfolio in OCI; and assisting NSF in setting strategic directions and funding area priorities for cybersecurity investments in OCI.

The program director in this position leads and manages data-focused cyberinfrastructure research and development in OCI as a core element in the acquisition, development and provisioning of state-of-the-art cyberinfrastructure resources, tools and services essential to transforming the conduct of 21st century data-enabled science, engineering, research, and education. This program director contributes to setting OCI and NSF strategic direction, including funding priorities, for data-focused cyberinfrastructure developments intended to foster cross-community advances, address multi-disciplinary, science driven, shared challenges while remaining responsive to differing scientific disciplinary requirements and priorities. Among this program director's responsibilities is integration of cyberinfrastructure advances, research, and education, as resources for continuing innovations in scientific discovery. Candidates for this position are expected to have substantial prior experience in effective transition of research developments and associated understanding to of data-focused cyberinfrastructure appropriate to multiple scientific disciplines

The program director in this position leads and manages software-focused cyberinfrastructure research and development in OCI as a core element in the acquisition, development and provisioning of state-of-the-art cyberinfrastructure resources, tools and services essential to transforming the conduct of 21st century data-enabled science, engineering, research, and education. This program director contributes to setting OCI and NSF strategic direction, including funding priorities, for software-focused cyberinfrastructure developments intended to foster cross-community advances, address multi-disciplinary, science driven, shared challenges while remaining responsive to differing scientific disciplinary requirements and priorities. mong this program director's responsibilities is integration of cyberinfrastructure advances, research, and education, as resources for continuing innovations in scientific discovery. The candidate will have a deep understanding of the role that software plays in science and engineering, and an understanding of universities processes for teaching and research. Candidates are expected to have experience with the processes by which software is developed and used, both in small and large projects. It is desirable that the candidate will have some specific ideas about how the state of software in science and engineering and how NSF's interaction with it should change

NSF Program Directors bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the Foundation's overall mission to support innovative and merit-evaluated activities in fundamental research and education that contribute to the nation's technological strength, security and welfare. The positions require a commitment to high standards of intellectualism and ethical conduct, a considerable breadth of interest, receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

Qualifications of a successful candidate include a Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience in the relevant discipline, plus six or more years of successful research in the area of this program, research administration and/or substantial managerial experience in academe, industry, or government.

Periodic appointments to leadership positions of interdivisional, inter-directorate and interagency programs may be made. NSF is an equal opportunity employer, and makes special effort to attract applicants who are women or people with disabilities or members of underrepresented minorities.

Program Director positions recruited under this announcement may be filled by one of the following appointment options:

Intergovernmental Personnel Assignment (IPA) Act: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee's salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

Visiting Scientist Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Visiting Scientists are on non-paid leave status from their home institution and placed on the NSF payroll. NSF withholds Social Security taxes and pays the home institution's contributions to maintain retirement and fringe benefits (i.e., health benefits and life insurance), either directly to the home institution or to the carrier. Appointments are usually made for a one-year period and may be extended for an additional year by mutual agreement.

Temporary Excepted Service Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Candidates who do not have civil service or reinstatement eligibility will not obtain civil service status if selected. Candidates currently in the competitive service will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if selected. Usual civil service benefits (retirement, health benefits, and life insurance) are applicable for appointments of more than one year. Temporary appointments may not exceed three years.

For additional information on NSF's rotational programs, please see "Rotational Programs for Scientists, Engineers and Educators" on the NSF website at https://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/.

In addition to addressing current openings, our intention is to develop a candidate pool for future consideration as other openings at the Program Director level become available in OCI. These needs are detailed and updated regularly on the NSF website: http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps. We ask your assistance in conveying this information to those of your colleagues who have a compelling interest in the opportunities facing engineering education and research, would make a strong contribution to the work of OCI, and could meet the stimulating challenges of an appointment with the Foundation.

Candidates will be ranked in accord with the following factors:

Knowledge of NSF's and OCI's mission and programmatic activities, especially in advanced cyberinfrastructure technologies (networking, HPC, data, software); research, development, testing, prototypes and early deployment.Knowledge and experience in one or more of the disciplines in the three areas of need.The ability to manage proposal-driven grants programs, allocating resources to meet a broad spectrum of program goals and the ability to manage risks. Experience in the management of large projects and multi-institutional collaborations, cooperative agreements, multi-agency, policy development and project management in general.The ability to cooperate and work with peers in other scientific disciplines and to advocate program plans and policies to individuals in the Foundation, other government agenda and academic institutions.

Applications will be accepted from US Citizens. Due to a recent change in Federal Appropriations Law, only Non-Citizens who are permanent US residents and actively seeking citizenship can be considered for Federal appointments (i.e., Visiting Scientists, Engineers and Educators (VSEE) program, Temporary Excepted Service). Therefore, you are required to provide documentation that confirms you are actively seeking citizenship at the time you submit your application. Non-citizens who do not provide documentation will be considered only for the IPA program.

Should you or your colleagues be interested in this position, or wish to nominate suitable candidates, please email a current CV accompanied by a cover letter that highlights the background that specifically relates to the program objectives to:

Dr. Mark A. Suskin
Deputy Office Head
Office of Cyberinfrastructure
National Science Foundation
4201 Wilson Boulevard, Stafford I, Suite 1145
Arlington, VA 22230
Phone: 703-292-8970
Fax: 703-292-9060
Email: msuskin@nsf.gov

NSF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO EMPLOYING A HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF THAT REFLECTS THE DIVERSITY OF OUR NATION.

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Dear Colleague Letter - Program Director, Polar Programs at NSF Employment Opportunities (Open until filled)

OPP 13-001

Dear Colleague Letter - Program Director, Polar Programs at NSF Employment Opportunities

DATE: October 25, 2012

The National Science Foundation announces opportunities for scientists to assist in research program management through an assignment under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) in programmatic areas of both the Arctic and Antarctic, at the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Program Director positions in both Arctic and Antarctic Sciences, as well as Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics, come available periodically as specific rotator appointments come to an end. The incumbent will work principally with one program area but would also be expected to work with other program directors in polar sciences and across the Foundation in order to explore possible new areas for emphasis. The incumbent will foster ideas and actions to increase diversity in the polar science community. While the discipline area is not pre-defined, preference will be given to scientists who have broad interests and broad experience in research and teaching and whose expertise aligns with needs in the science programs of both polar regions. Please consult the descriptions of the research areas supported on our web site: http://www.nsf.gov/dir/index.jsp?org=OPP.

The Foundation anticipates that these positions would be limited two or three year appointments because a long term goal is to enrich all polar science discipline areas within the Foundation through rotators with differing interests and experience.

NSF program officers bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the Agency's overall mission: to support innovative and merit-reviewed activities in basic research and education that advance the frontiers of science and contribute to the nation's technical strength, security, and welfare. To discharge this responsibility requires not only knowledge in the appropriate disciplines, but also a commitment to high standards, a considerable breadth of interest and receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent training and broad knowledge in a field of polar science supported by NSF, knowledge of the general scientific community, skill in written communication and preparation of technical reports, ability to effectively communicate orally, and successful independent research experience normally expected of the academic rank of assistant professor or higher. Skills in interdisciplinary research and in integrating research and education are highly desirable. The interest and ability to undertake activities to increase diversity in polar sciences is also desirable. Prior experience in polar research is useful but not required.

The positions recruited under this announcement will be filled under the following appointment option:

Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignment. Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides funding toward the assignee's salary and benefits.

For additional information on NSF's rotational programs, please see "Rotational Programs for Scientists, Engineers and Educators" on the NSF website at https://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/.

Please ensure that your application includes the documents listed below and reflects your background in terms of the qualification requirements for the position.

Resume or other application format of your choice. Your application should contain the following information: Country of citizenship. Information about your education, your major, and type and year of degree(s). Information about all your work experience, including job titles, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and phone number, number of hours worked per week, starting and ending dates (month and year), and salary. If you have held various positions with the same employer, describe each separately.

Formal consideration of interested applicants will begin January 1, 2013 and will continue until a selection is made. Dr. Scott Borg, Director
Antarctic Sciences
National Science Foundation
Office of Polar Programs, Room 755
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
E-mail: sborg@nsf.gov
703-292-8033
703-292-9081 (fax)

Mr. Simon Stephenson, Director
Arctic Sciences
National Science Foundation
Office of Polar Programs, Room 755
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
E-mail: sstephen@nsf.gov
703-292-8029
703-292-9081 (fax)

Mr. Brian Stone, Director
Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics
National Science Foundation
Office of Polar Programs, Room 755
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
E-mail: bstone@nsf.gov
703-292-8032
703-292-9081 (fax)

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Dear Colleague Letter - Large Facilities Office, Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management (BFA) - Employment Opportunities for Program Director (Open until filled)

BFA 13-001

Dear Colleague Letter - Large Facilities Office, Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management (BFA) - Employment Opportunities for Program Director

December 4, 2012

The Large Facilities Office, within NSF's Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management (BFA), announces an opportunity for an individual with demonstrated experience in project management - applied to the construction or operation of a large scientific facility - to assist BFA's Deputy Director for Large Facility Projects in strengthening NSF's capabilities in project management. The LFO is the NSF's primary resource for all policy or process issues related to the development, implementation, and oversight of Major Research and Facilities Construction Projects, and are NSF-wide resources on project management.

This position is a term appointment under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act. Periodically rotating individuals with project management experience into NSF is intended to bring fresh insights that will synergistically strengthen NSF's administrative partnership with the research community in fostering the planning, construction, and operation of large research facilities. It will also help to ensure that NSF's oversight practices are in line with the best available procedures and practices utilized by large research laboratories for strategic planning, budgeting, risk planning, and other facility related issues.

NSF Program Directors bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the Agency's overall mission: to support innovative and merit-reviewed activities in basic research and education that contribute to the nation's scientific and technical strength, security, and welfare. For Program Directors to discharge this responsibility effectively requires not only technical knowledge in appropriate disciplines; it also requires access to specialized resources such as project management expertise that Program Directors can call on to supplement their own expertise. The incumbent will work closely with BFA staff, NSF Program Directors and other program staff from the various research Directorates, and the Office of Polar Programs, as an advisory resource in the development of NSF plans for oversight and assessment of large facility projects in the planning, construction, and operational phases. Duties will include:

Providing assistance to teams of NSF staff developing plans and strategies to conduct effective oversight, assess and minimize project risks, and develop risk-adjusted budgets appropriate to the work scope, drawing on the incumbent's experience dealing with these issues in a management setting;Assisting with the planning of NSF-organized external reviews of large facility projects in planning, construction, and operation, as well as participating in those reviews and providing an assessment, independent of the sponsoring NSF Directorate or Office, of the project management-related aspects of the project under review;Visiting NSF-funded large facilities, and providing reports to the Foundation on project management related issues, including project status reporting and tracking using Earned Value management;Participating in developing new or improved procedures that enhance NSF's capabilities to cost-effectively undertake the planning, construction, and operation of major research facilities.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a field of science or engineering, or equivalent training, as well as broad knowledge in a capital-intensive field of research supported by NSF and six years or more of experience in a position entailing significant management responsibility for either construction or operation of a major research facility.

The position recruited under this announcement will be filled under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignment. Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides funding toward the assignee's salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

For additional information on NSF's rotational programs, please see "Programs for Scientists, Engineers and Educators" on the NSF website at http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/.

The desired starting date for the position is negotiable. Formal consideration of applications will begin on January 2, 2013 and will continue until a selection is made.

Applicants should send a letter of interest and vitae to:

Dr. Mark Coles
Deputy Director, Large Facility Office - Office of Budget, Finance, and Award Management
National Science Foundation
4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 405N
Arlington, Virginia 22230
Phone: 703/292- 8200
Fax: 703/292-9255
mcoles@nsf.gov

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Dear Colleague Letter: Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST) Employment Opportunities for Program Director (Open Until Filled)

AST 13-002

Dear Colleague Letter: Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST) Employment Opportunities for Program Director (Open Until Filled)

October 17, 2013

Dear Colleague:

The Division of Astronomical Sciences (AST), within the Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) at the National Science Foundation (NSF), announces a nationwide search for scientists in relevant research disciplines to fill the following position under the provisions of the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (see details below):

Program Director: Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program

Formal consideration of interested applicants will begin October 31, 2013, with an approximate beginning appointment date in February 2014. At least one additional appointment is expected to be available in 2015.

While disciplinary expertise will be expected for the Program Director, the Division is seeking scientists with a broad set of abilities to manage varied and demanding duties in scientific program management, to work among a diverse team of scientific and administrative professionals, and to support the Division’s responsibilities within NSF’s overall mission: to promote the progress of science and engineering; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense.

The Program Director will be involved in activities that include planning, budget development, project oversight, the merit review and proposal recommendation process, the preparation of written material about the research supported by the Division, and interactions with other NSF programs, Federal agencies and organizations. Program Directors are expected to bring their scientific expertise to the activities of the Division, and to serve as a liaison between the astronomical community and NSF, disseminating information about NSF and Division activities and opportunities. There are opportunities to participate in Foundation or Directorate-wide activities in areas of education, facilities management, strategic planning, multi-disciplinary research, and program development. Candidates are expected to work with the astronomical research and education community to broaden the diversity of participants in NSF programs. Candidates in all areas of astronomical expertise will be considered; those with backgrounds in galactic and extragalactic astronomy are especially encouraged to apply.

The mission of the Division of Astronomical Sciences is to support forefront research in ground-based astronomy; to help ensure the scientific excellence of the U.S. astronomical community; to provide access to world-class research facilities through merit review; to support the development of new instrumentation and next-generation facilities; and to encourage broad understanding of and diverse participation in the astronomical sciences.

The Division supports research in all areas of astronomy and astrophysics and related multidisciplinary studies. Modes of support include single-investigator and collaborative awards, as well as funding for acquisition and development of astronomical instrumentation, technology development for future ground-based facilities, and educational projects that leverage the Division's research investments to build research and workforce capacity and to increase scientific literacy. Through the national observatories and international partnerships, the Division provides support for a system of multi-aperture, research-class telescopes as well as frontier facilities that enable transformational capabilities in both radio and optical/infrared astronomy.

The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory and archival data studies in all areas of astronomy and astrophysics, including but not limited to the following areas of study:

Planetary and Exoplanetary Astronomy: Studies of Solar System and extrasolar planets; the detailed characterization, structure and composition of the surfaces, interiors, and atmospheres of planets and satellites; the nature of small bodies (asteroids, comets, and Kuiper-belt objects); the inter-planetary medium; and the origin, formation, and development of the Solar System and other planetary systems.Stellar Astronomy and Astrophysics: Studies of the structure and activity of the Sun and other stars; the physical properties and composition of all types of single and multiple stars; compact objects and their interactions; star formation and stellar evolution; stellar nucleosynthesis; and the properties of atoms and molecules of relevance to stellar astronomy.Galactic Astronomy: Studies on the composition, structure and evolution of the Milky Way Galaxy and nearby galaxies. Research may focus on the stellar populations in these galaxies; the characteristics of star clusters; the interstellar medium; and the properties of atomic and molecular constituents of the interstellar medium.Extragalactic Astronomy and Cosmology: Studies of the Universe beyond our Galaxy. Research topics include galaxy formation, evolution and interaction; active galaxies; quasars; the intergalactic medium; large-scale structure; and all areas of cosmology.

NSF Program Directors bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the Agency’s overall mission. To discharge this responsibility requires not only knowledge in the appropriate disciplines, but also a commitment to high standards, a considerable breadth of interest and receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

Qualification requirements include a Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience in a relevant scientific discipline plus after the award of the Ph.D., six or more years of successful research, research administration and/or substantial managerial experience in academe, industry, or government. Appointees are expected to have significant and relevant knowledge of research and research-related activities in astronomy and astrophysics. Also desirable are knowledge of the general scientific community, skill in written communication and preparation of technical reports, and an ability to communicate orally. Expertise in Computational and Data-enabled Science and Engineering, including areas such as cyber-infrastructure and the management and use of very large data sets, will be beneficial. All appointees are expected to function effectively both within specific programs and in a team mode, contributing to and coordinating with organizations in the Directorate, across the Foundation, and with other Federal and State government agencies and private-sector organizations as necessary. Such responsibilities can include serving on committees developing new administrative approaches and implementing community-based recommendations for Division activities. Periodic appointments to leadership of interdivisional, inter-directorate and interagency programs may be made.

Program Director positions recruited under this announcement will be filled under the following rotational program:

Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignments: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee’s salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments at NSF are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

For additional information on Intergovernmental Personnel Act assignments at NSF, please see http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/ipa.jsp.

For additional information about AST research areas and programs, please see http://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=ast.

Should you or your colleagues be interested in this position, please email a current CV accompanied by a cover letter that highlights the background that specifically relates to the program objectives to: ast-ipa@nsf.gov.

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HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF THAT REFLECTS THE DIVERSITY OF OUR NATION.

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Dear Colleague Letter: Employment Opportunity for Program Director in the Division of Information & Intelligent Systems (IIS)

IIS 13-001

Dear Colleague Letter: Employment Opportunity for Program Director in the Division of Information & Intelligent Systems (IIS)

DATE: June 21, 2013

The Division of Information & Intelligent Systems (IIS), within the Directorate of Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) announces a nationwide search to fill multiple Program Director positions in the areas of the Information Integration and Informatics (III) core program and the multi-agency Big Data program. The National Science Foundation (NSF) Program Directors are in charge of specific research areas. They solicit, receive and review research and education proposals, make funding recommendations and administer awards. They are also responsible for expansion and evolution of the program, interaction with other Federal agencies, forming and guiding interagency collaborations, and for service to Foundation-wide activities.

Formal consideration of interested applications will begin July 10, 2013 and will continue until a selection is made.

NSF Program Directors bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the Foundation's overall mission to support innovative and merit-evaluated activities in fundamental research and education that contribute to the nation's technological strength, security and welfare. The positions require outstanding knowledge of the research topics and communities, a commitment to high standards of ethical conduct, a considerable breadth of interest, receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

Persons wishing to apply for this position are referred to the Divisional web page, http://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?org=IIS, for a description of the Big Data and III programs. These persons are also encouraged to contact current Program Directors, who are identified on the program web pages, for more information.

Qualification requirements for the position are a Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience in the relevant discipline in science or engineering, plus six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience in academe, industry, or government. The position requires effective oral and written communication skills, and familiarity with NSF programs and activities is highly desirable. The incumbent is expected to function effectively both as an individual within the specific NSF program and as a member of crosscutting and interactive team. The incumbent must also demonstrate a capability to work across government agencies to promote NSF activities and to leverage program funds through interagency collaborations.

The position may be filled under one of the following appointment alternatives:

Intergovernmental Personnel Assignment (IPA) Act: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee’s salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

Visiting Scientist Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Visiting Scientists are on non-paid leave status from their home institution and placed on the NSF payroll. NSF withholds Social Security taxes and pays the home institution’s contributions to maintain retirement and fringe benefits (i.e., health benefits and life insurance), either directly to the home institution or to the carrier. Appointments are usually made for a one-year period and may be extended for an additional year by mutual agreement.

Temporary Excepted Service Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Candidates who do not have civil service or reinstatement eligibility will not obtain civil service status if selected. Candidates currently in the competitive service will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if selected. Usual civil service benefits (retirement, health benefits, and life insurance) are applicable for appointments of more than one year. Temporary appointments may not exceed three years.

Applications will be accepted from US Citizens. Due to a recent change in Federal Appropriations Law, only Non-Citizens who are permanent US residents and actively seeking citizenship can be considered for Federal appointments (i.e., Visiting Scientists, Engineers and Educators (VSEE) program, Temporary Excepted Service). Therefore, you are required to provide documentation that confirms you are actively seeking citizenship at the time you submit your application. Non-citizens who do not provide documentation will be considered only for the IPA program.

For additional information on NSF’s rotational programs, please see About Rotator Positions on the NSF website at http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/rotators/index.jsp.? Applications of interest should be submitted electronically and need to include contact information, a current CV, a letter briefly describing the candidate's background and suitability to the desired position, availability timeframe, and references.

Please make electronic submissions to hwactlar@nsf.gov.

Howard Wactlar
Division of Information & Intelligent Systems
Directorate for Computing & Information Science & Engineering
National Science Foundation
Arlington, VA 22230
703-292-7892

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Dear Colleague Letter: The Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET) Employment Opportunities for Program Director (Open Until Filled)

CBET 13-007

Dear Colleague Letter: The Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET) Employment Opportunities for Program Director (Open Until Filled)

DATE: September 26, 2013

Dear Colleague:

The Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET), within the Directorate for Engineering at the National Science Foundation (NSF), announces a nationwide search for an engineering professional to fill the following position:

Program Director:?Environmental Health and Safety of Nanotechnology Program

Formal consideration of interested applicants will begin September 30, 2013, with an approximate beginning appointment date of April 2014.

While disciplinary expertise will be expected for the program director, the focus of the search is to locate a scholarly, open-minded, diverse and intellectually integrated individual to join the present team in sharing The Engineering Directorate’s responsibilities within NSF’s overall mission:?to promote the progress of science and engineering; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense.

The Environmental Health and Safety of Nanotechnology program provides support to examine and mitigate the environmental effects of nanotechnologies. Fundamental research is sought to understand, evaluate, and lessen the impact of nanotechnology on the environment and biological systems. The program emphasizes engineering principles underlying the environmental health and safety impacts of nanotechnology. Innovative methods related to clean nanomaterial production processes, waste reduction, recycling, and industrial ecology of nanotechnology are also of interest.

NSF Program Directors bear the primary responsibility for carrying out the Agency’s overall mission. To discharge this responsibility requires not only knowledge in the appropriate disciplines, but also a commitment to high standards, a considerable breadth of interest and receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent professional experience in the relevant discipline, plus after the award of the Ph.D., six or more years of successful research, research administration and/or substantial managerial experience in academe, industry, or government. Appointees are expected to have significant and relevant knowledge of research related to the program. Also desirable is knowledge of the general scientific community, skill in written communication and preparation of technical reports, an ability to communicate orally, and several years of successful independent research of the kind normally expected of the academic rank of associate or full professor. Research accomplishments on topics related to the program are highly desirable. All appointees are expected to function effectively both within specific programs and in a team mode, contributing to and coordinating with organizations in the Directorate, across the Foundation, and with other Federal and State government agencies and private-sector organizations as necessary. Such responsibilities can include serving on committees developing new administrative approaches and implementing new focused research activities.

Periodic appointments to leadership of inter-divisional, inter-directorate and interagency programs may be made. NSF is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a highly qualified staff that reflects the diversity of our nation. Program Director positions recruited under this announcement may be filled by one of the following appointment options:

Intergovernmental Personnel Assignment (IPA) Act: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee’s salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement.

Visiting Scientist Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Visiting Scientists are on non-paid leave status from their home institution and placed on the NSF payroll. NSF withholds Social Security taxes and pays the home institution’s contributions to maintain retirement and fringe benefits (i.e., health benefits and life insurance), either directly to the home institution or to the carrier. Appointments are usually made for a one-year period and may be extended for an additional year by mutual agreement.

Temporary Excepted Service Appointment: Appointment to this position will be made under the Excepted Authority of the NSF Act. Candidates who do not have civil service or reinstatement eligibility will not obtain civil service status if selected. Candidates currently in the competitive service will be required to waive competitive civil service rights if selected. Usual civil service benefits (retirement, health benefits, and life insurance) are applicable for appointments of more than one year. Temporary appointments may not exceed three years.

For additional information on NSF’s rotational programs, please see “Programs for Scientists, Engineers, and Educators” on the NSF website at: http://www.nsf.gov/about/career_opps/.

Applications accepted from US Citizens. Recent changes in Federal Appropriations Law require Non-Citizens to meet certain eligibility criteria to be considered. Therefore, Non-Citizens must certify eligibility by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non-citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will be considered as an IPA only.

Should you or your colleagues be interested in this position, or wish to nominate suitable candidates, please email a current CV accompanied by a cover letter that highlights the background that specifically relates to the program objectives to cbetsearch@nsf.gov

Please contact Dr. Robert Wellek with questions.

Dr. Robert Wellek, Deputy Division Director
Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems (CBET)
National Science Foundation
4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 565
Arlington, Virginia?22230
Phone: (703) 292-8320? | Fax: (703) 292-9054?| e-mail: rwellek@nsf.gov

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