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Axle is a bioscience and
information technology company that offers advancements in
translational research, biomedical informatics, and data
science applications to research centers and healthcare
organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in
biomedical science, software engineering, and program
management, we focus on developing and applying research
tools and techniques to empower decision-making and
accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the
top research organizations and facilities in the country
including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of
Health (NIH).
Axle
is seeking a
Scientific Reviewer to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the The Center for Scientific Review (CSR) located in Bethesda, MD. Benefits We Offer: 100%
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays 401K match up to 5% Educational
Benefits for Career Growth Employee Referral Bonus
Flexible
Spending Accounts: Healthcare (FSA) Parking
Reimbursement Account (PRK) Dependent
Care Assistant Program (DCAP) Transportation
Reimbursement Account (TRN) Overall Position Summary and Objectives
Provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the Center for Scientific Review. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.
Deliverables: Work products and documents related to reviewing research grant applications; identify and select reviewers for review teams, including ad hoc groups, committees and site visit teams. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to developing operating procedures, training programs and orientation for reviewers. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to scheduling review meetings; prepare materials for reviewers; interact with CSR staff; clarify administrative and policy requirements associated with merit peer review system. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to ensuring high quality reviews and documentation of applications/proposals; obtain critiques and/or lists of strengths and weaknesses for submissions and numeric scores. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to preparing summary statements and technical evaluations for each grant/contract project. - Ad-Hoc Work Details: Assist federal staff in identifying and coordinating the participation of reviewers for each application received by CSR. - 1Refer applications to identified reviewers. - 2Assess reviewers against applications for potential conflicts of interest. - 3Identify and select reviewers by matching the expertise of the reviewer with the specific science contained in the research grant applications. - 4 Performs administrative review of research grant applications.Review and prepare written reviews of research grant applications.Interact with and coordinate the review activities with appropriate CSR staff.Clarify administrative and policy requirements associated with peer review.Identifies specific areas of expertise for peer review panel, searches databases and resources and prepares lists of potential reviewers.Prepares preliminary drafts of summary statements.Ensure that high quality written reviews are obtained.Obtain written critiques.Subsequent to the reviews, coordinate of critiques from expert reviewers; evaluate incoming reviews for completeness and accuracy.Validates and enters information into databases.Identifies involved persons who must be on a conflict-of-interest list and identifies deficiencies which must be addressed prior to review.Assess reviewers against applications for potential conflicts of interest.Attends peer review meetings to take notes for use when preparing final summary of documentation of meeting proceedings.Obtains written critiques from reviewers.Evaluates incoming reviews for completeness and accuracy.Analyzes scientific content of grant applications.Mentors and trains staff on scientific peer review processes and procedures.Serves as liaison between federal staff and reviewers. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents
priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is
lowest priority of those ranked Minimum Education: PhD
Additional Qualifications: Certifications & Licenses
Ph.D in the Biological or Behavioral Sciences
Field of Study Biology Software Microsoft office Skills Peer review process for grants Disclaimer:The
above description is meant to illustrate the general
nature of work and level of effort being performed
by individuals assigned to this position or job
description. This is not restricted as a complete
list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or
assignments required. Individuals may be required to
perform duties outside of their position, job
description or responsibilities as needed.
The diversity of
Axle's employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly
committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of
employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination
or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national
origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status,
sexual orientation, status with respect to public
assistance, and other characteristics protected under state,
federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or
induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
Accessibility: If
you need an accommodation as part of the employment process
please contact: ******** This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
Salary Range
$75,000—$85,000 USD