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USAJOBS · 1 day ago

Associate Chief of Staff (Research & Developement)

North Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$148K/yr - $192K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking an Associate Chief of Staff for Research and Development at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. The role involves directing the Research Service and formulating the goals and objectives of the research mission, which includes various fields of research such as biomedical and clinical studies.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops and/or reviews and approves policies and procedures for administration of the organization's research program

The ACOS is responsible for compliance with both VISN- and VACO-mandated research policies including those issued by the Office of Research and Development (ORD) and the Office of Research Oversight (ORO)

The ACOS is also responsible for leading efforts to obtain and maintain mandated accreditation of the Program for Human Research by as required by VACO and the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) program

Continuously monitors new and revised legislation, VHA Directives and mandates from other agencies (OSHA, FDA, the JC, OIG, etc.) to identify changes

Assists in the development of new and/or updates existing research policies and procedures bases on new or modified regulations and mandates to maintain compliance

The ACOS for Research monitors the effectiveness of the interactive research program to develop procedures necessary to advance the research program in accordance with all principles, rules and regulations affecting research within the VA and other Federal Agencies

Monitors compliance with the program requirements

Conducts program assessments and prepares reports necessary to apprise the MCD, COS and R&D Committee of status of the program

Qualification

Research program managementCompliance with research policiesStatistical analysisBudget managementSupervisionLeadershipOrganizational stewardshipInterpersonal skillsDecision makingCommunication skills

Required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement

Individual Occupational Requirement: Applicants who meet the Individual Occupational Requirement described below must also meet the specialized experience requirements listed below

Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position

Demonstrates work experience using qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of administrative and healthcare programs

Skilled in using computers and applicable databases/software for statistical purposes and managing information

Experience as a mentor and coach while promoting problem solving and the development of smooth functioning teams

Experience as a leader/supervisor for a defined group of specialties assuring that business operations and decision support excellent patient care

Skilled in managing, coordinating, and planning budget cycles for clinical operations in programs responsible for clinical services for long-term strategic plans and recommendations

Preferred

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.