Research Analyst – NIH – Bethesda, MD Job Listing at Kelly Services in Bethesda, MD (Job ID 9663443)

Description

Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers.  Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world.  We are currently seeking a Research Analyst with the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD


This is a long-term contract position which offers:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package
• Optional health, vision, and dental plans
• Paid leave (min 120 hours; prorated for part-time position) as well as 11 paid federal holidays   and 401K plan.  
• Access to NIH's unparalleled resources and niche scientific initiatives. 
• Learn more about what Kelly can do for you at https://government.kellyservices.us/ 

TASKS. The contractor shall:

1. Develops and reviews written materials regarding analytical projects in collaboration with team members. 
2. Manages essential documents and report preparation; ensure that descriptions of methods are complete and accurate, and that graphs, tables, figures and interpretations reflect the results of the analyses in collaboration with teammates from the Reports and Analysis Branch (RAB) of the Office of Science Policy, Planning, and Communications (OSPPC).
3. Develops timelines in collaboration with other RAB staff, and monitors/updates said timelines; recognizes challenges and recommends their consideration alongside potential solutions.
4. Applies internal coding practices in combination with behavioral, psychology, and/or social or biological science knowledge to conduct classification of research projects, including extramural grants, contracts, and intramural research projects
5. Assists with ongoing quality assurance processes and communicates discrepancies or data quality issues; protects against inappropriate access pursuant to HHS and NIH Security Protocols, the Privacy Act, among other safeguards.
6. Discusses and evaluates project plans with RAB staff and NIMH staff requesting the work; collaborates with individuals from different offices and functional areas.
7. Communicates regarding progress of analytical projects with partners.
8. To ensure timely completion of research project classification, uses available information and data, and coordinates/communicates with Institute staff/colleagues on processes.
9. Serves as support for the Institute point of contact for agency-wide data collection efforts, responds to requests and communications, provides training or other assistance to Institute staff as needed, and identifies priority topic areas missing subject matter experts.
10. Collaborates with team members on an annual data analysis and report for the Institute's leadership and program staff regarding agency-wide data collection efforts.
11. Performs basic research of various forms of scientific and technical literature and prepares summaries and in-depth reviews.
12. Coordinates with staff in order to communicate research progress and results.
13. Recommend changes and improvements in research processes and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS. The contractor must have:

1. Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Psychology, Biology, and/or related fields
2. Ability to effectively communicate to diverse audiences. 
3. Experience working in team-oriented environments. 
4. Highly motivated selfstarter.
5. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. 
6. Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
7. Strong reasoning skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities. 
8. Familiarity with the NIH grantmaking process and/or NIH administrative databases a plus.
9. Knowledge of NIH grants and funding mechanism
10. Experience with Software such as:  Knowledge of or familiarity with Federal/NIH administrative databases, Excel spreadsheet, Word documents, or other format of data and coding, PowerPoint

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE
When you apply, please know a Kelly Government Solutions Recruiter will review your resume and will contact you directly, if your skills and experience match the requirements of this position; a full job description can be made available at that time.

Due to the high volume of inquiries, we regret that we cannot accept phone calls. Even if you aren't contacted for this position, you are still part of our talent network.  All Kelly recruiters have access to your profile, which expands your opportunities even further.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, short-term disability, and a transportation spending account.
Visit https://www.mykelly.us/us-mykelly/perks/ for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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