Supervisory Scientist/Engineer (Detail Only)

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking qualified candidates for Supervisory (Interdisciplinary) Scientist/Engineer positions. These positions may be established within any NSF Directorate/Office. Please visit www.nsf.gov for more information about the Foundation.

The Supervisory Scientist/Engineer (Detail Only) serves as a principal advisor to the Directorate/Office Head, Assistant Director, Deputy Directorate/Office Head, and/or other senior organizational leadership, providing policy, scientific, and administrative expertise in assessing and addressing major collaborative initiatives and issues involving the Foundation's support of research, engineering, STEM education, research infrastructure, innovation, and other priority areas. The incumbent is expected to represent their Directorate/Office in policies and coordination activities. The incumbent coordinates on budget, planning matters, special studies, and reports. Major Duties and Responsibilities Serves as a senior scientific and policy advisor to Directorate/Office leadership on complex, interdisciplinary, and emerging research areas, providing expert analysis and recommendations. Provides strategic leadership in advancing organizational vision and integrating national priorities into program planning and implementation. Represents the Foundation on national and international committees, panels, and interagency groups; interprets and communicates NSF policies and funding priorities to the research community. Identifies and develops new and emerging research initiatives; leads special studies, cross-directorate projects, and strategic program reviews. Leads long-range planning and budget development for assigned portfolios; ensures effective stewardship of resources. Oversees the merit review process, award and declination decisions, and post-award oversight to ensure integrity, transparency, and compliance. Collaborates with senior leadership, Deputy Directorate Heads, and business operations staff to align scientific priorities with operational and budgetary considerations. Assists in recruiting and mentoring IPA assignees, STEM professionals, and other staff to sustain scientific excellence.

Selectee will be required to have a background investigation prior to onboarding. Selectee may be required to serve a 1-year supervisory probationary period. You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. * Applicants do not need to seek their supervisor's approval to apply for this detail opportunity. However, supervisory approval is needed prior to making the detail effective. * Candidates selected for a detail will remain at their current grade and rate of pay. * This detail is for a period of 120-days and may be extended up to one year. *The detail may be terminated at any time during this period. Upon conclusion of the detail, you will be returned to your former office and position/grade. You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire and any external assessment that is included. All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full/blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. It is NSF policy that personnel employed at, or Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) individuals detailed to, NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General. NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for situational telework. Situational telework may be approved on an occasional basis in accordance with agency policy, supervisory approval, and operational requirements. Selected candidates interested in telework, or other workplace flexibility arrangements, should discuss available options with the selecting official. Participation in telework is voluntary and requires an approved telework agreement.