IPA Opportunity at NSF Reynolds, Craig A 29 Mar 2000 11:51 EST
Hello All, This is just a note to let you know that there is an IPA opportunity open to qualified research administrators (amongst others) in NSF's Office of the Assistant Director for Computer and Information Science and Engineering. Speaking as the outgoing rotator who is headed back to research administration, I can tell you this is a great opportunity for anyone with an interest in science policy and decision making processes at the federal level. Not mention that DC is a great place to spend a year or two. Please note that in addition to strong research skills, applicants must be able to write extremely well. The full text of the announcement is included below and can be found on the web at http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2000/vex0046ipa/vex0046ipa.txt . Cheers, Craig --- Craig Reynolds / Information Assistant / CISE Directorate / National Science Foundation / 4201 Wilson Blvd., Rm. 1105 / Arlington, VA 22230 / Tel.: (703) 306-1900 / FAX: (703) 306-0577 %----------------------- cut here -------------------------------- Title: Research Associate, AD-801 or 1550-2 (IPA) (Open Until Filled) Date: March 28, 2000 National Science Foundation Intergovernmental Personnel Act Vacancy DIRECTORATE FOR COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ARLINGTON, VA 22230 ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER EX 00-46 IPA OPEN: 03/30/00 CLOSE: Until Filled INTERGOVERNMENTAL PERSONNEL ACT (IPA) ASSIGNMENT The National Science Foundation, Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE), is seeking qualified candidates for a Research Associate position. NSF is inviting individuals who are interested in an Intergovernmental Personnel Act assignment to submit an application. A statement of duties of the position and a list of qualification requirements are included on the reverse side of this announcement. Salary range from $42,724 to $79,155 per year. Initial assignments under the IPA mechanism may be made for a period of up to two years. 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 non-profit organizations involved in public management in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and cost-sharing arrangements are generally negotiated between NSF and the home institution. Individuals interested in an IPA assignment should submit a curriculum vita or resume, publications list, and a letter referencing qualifications. In addition 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 only. Submit all application material to the following address: National Science Foundation ATTN: EX 00-46-IPA Staffing and Classification Branch Division of Human Resource Management Room 315 4201 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22230 This announcement may close 14 days from opening date without notice. Telephone inquiries may be directed to Nina Beard on 703-306-1185, extension 3026. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD 703-306-0189. Announcements may be accessed electronically on the World Wide Web at: http://www.nsf.gov/oirm. STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The incumbent serves as a Research Associate for the Office of the Assistant Director, Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE). The major responsibility of the Research Associate is to provide research assistance to the Assistant Director, CISE. This includes: Developing factual information about various areas of research interests; information on research normally supported by NSF, other Federal agencies, CISE, the academic community and industry. Developing, as requested by the Assistant Director, information on where research and education activities germane to the directorate are being done and supported. Preparing background papers on science policy issues; identifying trends, analyses, and issues meriting attention; and conducting reviews of relevant publications. Reading professional journals and reviews to maintain currency in relevant data resources. Generating relevant scientific and/or administrative data that can be used in analytical and interpretative reports and guides. Analyzing and summarizing special statistical tabulations and related materials for internal CISE use. Monitoring progress on activities of interest to the Assistant Director. Participating in special projects to facilitate coordination. Serving as personal assistant to the Assistant Director, particularly in the area of public relations and technical information. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field of computer and information science and engineering or a related field in science or engineering, or other field related to science policy and planning; or a masters degree in an appropriate field as above, plus two or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position; or equivalent experience. Applicants are encouraged to submit a writing sample. For technical information, call Stephen Mahaney on (703) 306-1900 or e-mail: xxxxxx@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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