Protocol Navigator

You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one (1) of the following qualification requirements: A. Have completed a master’s or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.B. or J.D., if related OR B. Have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting research staff in navigating requirements for protocol approval and monitoring required authorizations; preparing and compiling data from ongoing protocols; drafting annual continuing review reports for distribution to appropriate regulatory agencies; assisting with preparation for FDA audits; and completing standard forms via an automated protocol database for IRB submission. OR C. Have a combination of graduate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. You qualify at the GS-11 level, if you meet one (1) of the following qualification requirements: A. Have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M., if related; OR B. Have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting principal investigators in writing and/or revising clinical research protocols and informal consent forms; providing guidance to principal investigators on clinical research trial regulations and policies; tracking IRB approvals via an automated protocol database; maintaining regulatory or compliance documentation for the protection of research subjects and the organization; and providing consultation to principal investigators, organizational leadership, and staff on intramural research protocols and procedures. OR C. Have a combination of post baccalaureate education related to the position and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. You qualify at the GS-12 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting principal investigators in writing and/or revising clinical research protocols and informal consent forms; preparing clinical protocol research amendment and change related documentation; monitoring human subject activities to ensure compliance with protocols and with all relevant local, federal, and state regulatory and institutional policies; developing guidance to improve the effectiveness of the research protocol implementation process and reviewing initial clinical protocol applications for adherence to appropriate regulatory and monitoring bodies/boards compliance requirements. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12572815
NIH is looking for protocol navigators who help principal investigators with the development of the research protocols from concept to initial approval and through the life cycle of protocols from a broad range of medical specialties. As protocol navigators, you will manage IRB submissions of research studies and collaborate with internal and external study team members, so please describe your experiences coordinating IRB submissions and facilitating IRB approval of submissions in your resume.