What are the responsibilities and job description for the NIH NIGMS Fellowship for Biomedical Research Program Impact Analyses position at National Institutes of Health (NIH)?
This research opportunity is currently available within the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS). NIGMS is seeking recent Post-Master's and Postdoctoral graduates to apply for research and training opportunities at NIH NIGMS. With the support of an assigned mentor, participants will have an immersive STEM learning and training opportunity that complements their educational background. This experience will provide an avenue to connect fellows to unique resources and tools available at NIH NIGMS, while learning along-side of top scientists.
As part of its active stewardship of public funds, NIGMS regularly conducts detailed analyses of its grant programs. These analyses regularly include questions related to the impact of the investments that NIGMS makes in institutions across the United States, including longer-term economic impacts, outcomes for students and fellows participating in training and career enhancement programs, and downstream use of research supported by NIGMS in both clinical and commercial settings.
What will I be doing?
Participants in this STEM learning opportunity will engage in collaborative research projects guided by mentorship from an interdisciplinary team of experts. Through hands-on exploration, participants will deepen their expertise in areas such as social sciences, natural sciences, and data science while broadening their knowledge across additional disciplines. This experience is designed to cultivate well-rounded researchers equipped to tackle complex scientific questions.
As part of the program, participants will contribute to one of several dynamic research projects that integrate interdisciplinary methods and address critical questions within the “Science of Science” field. These projects include:
- Exploring the Impacts of Capacity-Building Efforts in Resource-Limited Institutions and States
This project investigates how scientific networks form, research centers of excellence develop, and research capacity grows in institutions and states with limited resources. By examining practices that stimulate impactful biomedical research, participants will contribute to a deeper understanding of strategies for fostering scientific growth in underfunded regions. - Analyzing the Long-Term Impacts of Investments in Basic Biomedical Research
Fundamental biomedical research serves as the cornerstone for medical advancements, but its path to breakthroughs is often complex and non-linear. This project focuses on bibliometric analysis, methods for defining and measuring innovation, and approaches to identify or predict potential scientific breakthroughs stemming from basic research. - Investigating Factors Influencing the Biomedical Research Enterprise
The biomedical research ecosystem is a vast, interconnected network of individuals, organizations, and resources. This project aims to study how researchers progress through training and academic positions, how their knowledge and networks evolve, and how research topics and methodologies change over time. Participants will also explore how the organization and support of research efforts affect scientific innovation and outcomes.
Through these projects, participants will apply and refine key STEM skillsets such as data quality management, data alignment and disambiguation, network analysis, regression analysis, and economic analysis. This immersive experience will empower participants to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the "Science of Science" while developing interdisciplinary research capabilities.
Why should I apply?
Participants will have the opportunity learn and to add their perspective and academic expertise to innovative research in projects related to the projects described above. An additional goal is to prepare the participants for the next step in their careers.
Where will I be located?
Fellows are expected to be engaged in-person Bethesda, MD, with the possibility of some telework flexibilities.
What are the provisions?
Participants will receive a competitive monthly stipend to help offset living and other expenses during this appointment. Stipend rates are determined by NIH officials and are based on the candidate’s academic and professional background. In addition, NIH may provide a health insurance supplement to cover the monthly premium costs if you elect the ORAU/ORISE health insurance plan, as necessary.
What is the length of the appointment?
The appointment will initially be for one year but may be renewed an additional year upon recommendation of NIH and is contingent on the availability of funds.
When are selections made?
NIH actively reviews applications throughout the year and looks to fill opportunities on a rolling basis, as soon as qualified applicants are identified.
What is the Nature of the Appointment?
This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Participants do not become employees of NIH, DOE, ORISE, nor ORAU, and there are no employment-related benefits.
While participants will not enter into an employment relationship, this opportunity will require a suitability/background investigation by NIH. Any offer made is considered tentative, pending favorable outcome of the investigation.
Salary : $5,416 - $7,083