JOB OPPORTUNITY: Interdisciplinary (Program Director)
March 19, 2024
The U.S. National Science Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate for an Interdisciplinary (Program Director) position for the Arctic Natural Sciences Program within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP).
The selected application will have a range of responsibilities including, but not limited to, 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 with other programs in NSF, other Federal agencies and organizations.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field, plus six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position.
Learn more about the position and how to apply by April 15, 2024 on USAJobs.
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