Scientific Program Analyst

We are currently searching for a Scientific Program Analyst to provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.  This opportunity is full-time, and it is on site in Bethesda, MD.  

• Provide support for all data access and sharing related activities for the NHGRI Data Access Committee; create and maintain data access and data submission tracking systems and reports
• Utilize database and internet resources to evaluate the authorities of key personnel on a data access request and request additional information via email or telephone.
• Evaluate, confirm, and expedite renewal DARs based on the required elements in the DAC Standard Operating Procedures document
• Systematically check the NHGRI DAC email inbox for questions, updates, inquires, or issues related to the NHGRI DAC; provide information about data access and data sharing procedures to requesting investigators inquiries; send responses to the applicants regarding the review outcome within two weeks of receiving the request.
• Schedule and run meetings via remote video platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, and Microsoft Teams; prepare materials including Powerpoint presentations; write, record, and distribute minutes for the NHGRI DAC meetings
• Review NIH grant applications submitted to NHGRI FOAs to identify individuals and institutions involved with each application; prepare conflict spreadsheets in Excel format to assist Scientific Review Officers in the NHGRI Review Branch
• Provide administrative and logistical support for reviewing and entering study registration documentation including institutional certifications and Genomic Data Sharing Plan information into dbGaP; track email and other correspondence regarding data submission inquiries, processes, and requirements.
• Work with staff on conducting literature reviews, provide scientific expertise in the area of genomics and bioethics of genomic data sharing
• Perform searches of the web, public databases and NIH databases to identify candidates to serve on NHGRI peer review committees
• Organize existing slides/presentations/talking points into a functional database/library.
• Design, develop and maintain databases, Listservs, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and other computer applications.
• Conduct searches for material for a specific programmatic need and/or presentation; use a database to search for material as necessary.
• Schedule weekly DAC and other related data access and sharing meetings via Microsoft Outlook Calendar and Doodle or other polling methods
• Attend internal institute and NIH meetings related to data access policy development and implementation
• Provide information and advice to program staff on collecting the information required for genomic data sharing consistent with NIH and NHGRI policy
• Create and present data sharing training materials to program staff, Data Access Committee members, and other NHGRI and/or other IC staff involved with data access, submission, and sharing
• Update the NHGRI Data Access Committee Standard Operating Procedures document as needed based.
• Undertake special assignments requiring fact-finding research; draft data access request and usage reports as needed
• Track action items and tasks; provide deadline reminders to staff; maintain spreadsheets of relevant information for data access requests.
• Record names of past and current NHGRI review panel members in Excel spreadsheets, coding each reviewer for institutional affiliation, review expertise and dates of review service
• Design, develop, and maintain databases, spreadsheets, tables, graphs, and other computer applications for tracking data submission communications and submission- related requirements, and for analyzing submission of study datasets into the NIHs Database of Genotypes and Phenotypes dbGaP and AnVIL

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• Master’s degree in Biology, Life Science, or related field
• At least 1-2 years of experience in Biology or related scientific field

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