Center for Scientific Review (CSR)

Q: Will the simplified review framework affect early-stage investigator (ESI) status? ? A: ESI status eligibility rules?will not change due to the simplified review framework (https://lnkd.in/ePKrVKu2). R01-equivalent mechanisms that fall under the simplified review framework will follow the same review procedures in terms of being clustered appropriately during review. ? For more FAQs about the new simplified review framework, visit: https://lnkd.in/eU3h7KYw

We’re recruiting for a new director within our Division of Basic and Integrative Biological Sciences (DBIB)! The division director reports to the CSR Director and provides scientific leadership for the division, which handles reviews in the areas of biophysics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, basic bioengineering, basic oncology, and development and cell biology. The division director is a member of CSR’s senior management, advises the CSR Director and other NIH officials on scientific issues relevant to the division, and represents CSR within and outside of The National Institutes of Health. The DBIB Director leads the review activities of over 60 study sections and special emphasis panels in 6 branches and oversees 6 review branch chiefs, approximately 60 scientific review officers, and 18 administrative staff. CSR is a dynamic, data-driven center, at the forefront of innovation in peer review. The DBIB Director plays a key role in developing plans and providing direction as the peer review process evolves and NIH works to maintain and enhance it. This individual also participates in strategic planning activities for achieving CSR’s scientific and management goals; helps establish policy and practices related to referral and review; and implements program and management changes. Additional information on CSR and DBIB is available at: https://lnkd.in/e5SZyiX6 Learn more about this Title-42 position and apply by January 19, 2025: https://lnkd.in/eZ_Tf8q8

Have you considered joining CSR as a scientific review officer (SRO)? Prepare your application materials in advance! ?? Beginning Monday, January 13, 2025, we’ll be recruiting for multiple SROs with varied expertise spanning The National Institutes of Health research portfolio. SROs apply their scientific background, communication & leadership skills to manage all aspects of convening a panel of experts to assess the scientific and technical merit of grant applications and conveying those assessments to funding institutes and centers. The recruitment will be live on USAJOBS through Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 11:59pm ET. A 10-day opening is standard; we hope for a diverse pool of applicants. Learn about the benefits of working at CSR, application tips, direct links to apply (when available), and more: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a. ?? Applying for a federal job is different than applying for an academic position. Let us help you navigate the process. For HR or application-specific questions, contact Lead Workforce Resources Specialist Adam Peters at [email protected]. For inquiries about the SRO role or working at CSR, contact CSR Communications Director Dr. Kristin Kramer at [email protected].

The simplified review framework is a new way of reviewing the same research strategy. The framework has little impact on what is included in an application, but applicants should be aware that affected?notices of funding opportunities are being reissued to include the changes to review (Section V of NOFOs). Review practical guidance for applicants navigating funding opportunities with application due dates on/after January 25, 2025: https://lnkd.in/ej43s4K6

?? Happy New Year! As a reminder, there are changes coming to applications and peer review at The National Institutes of Health in 2025. These changes include updates to the peer review and submission of most research project grants, fellowships, and training grants; Common Forms for NIH biographical sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support; updated instructions for reference letters; and the transition to FORMS-I application instructions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eEh46D4q

Q: How is NIH preparing reviewers for the new simplified review framework? A: We have been developing extensive training materials and other guidance to help reviewers prepare for the simplified review framework. While reviewers are welcome to learn generally about the changes through?public webinars?held in 2023 and 2024, we will provide reviewer-specific training in the spring of 2025, just before the summer 2025 review meetings. We began training NIH scientific review officers in 2024 and will continue into 2025 to ensure they are well positioned to guide reviewers through the new process. Reviewer guidance will be publicly available on the?Information for Reviewers page??(https://lnkd.in/eCv_Tpzf) and linked on the?NIH Simplifying Review page (https://go.nih.gov/SRF). For more FAQs about the new simplified review framework, visit: https://lnkd.in/eU3h7KYw

The simplified review framework is a new way of reviewing the same research strategy. The framework has little impact on what is included in an application, but applicants should be aware that affected?notices of funding opportunities are being reissued to include the changes to review (Section V of NOFOs). Review practical guidance for applicants navigating funding opportunities with application due dates on/after January 25, 2025: https://lnkd.in/ej43s4K6

We're recruiting for a new director within our Division of Basic and Integrative Biological Sciences (DBIB)! The division director reports to the CSR Director and provides scientific leadership for the division, which handles reviews in the areas of biophysics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, basic bioengineering, basic oncology, and development and cell biology. CSR is a dynamic, data-driven center, at the forefront of innovation in peer review. The DBIB Director plays a key role in developing plans and providing direction as the peer review process evolves and NIH works to maintain and enhance it. This individual also participates in strategic planning activities for achieving CSR’s scientific and management goals; helps establish policy and practices related to referral and review; and implements program and management changes.?Additional information on CSR and DBIB is available at: https://public.csr.nih.gov ?? To apply for this role: Send your curriculum vitae, bibliography, the names and contact information for three references, and a two-page cover letter detailing your qualifications and vision for leading peer review in CSR and DBIB, specifically. All application materials must be received by January 19, 2025. Application packages should be sent to?[email protected]. For further information about the position or questions about the process, please contact CSR HR Liaisons Ruba Tashman at 301-594-1690 or Lisa Klingensmith at 301-435-1218. Learn more about this Title-42 position: https://lnkd.in/eZ_Tf8q8

The Center for Scientific Review (CSR) is seeking a director for its Division of Basic and Integrative Biological Sciences (DBIB). The division director reports to the CSR Director and provides scientific leadership for the division, which handles reviews in the areas of biophysics, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, basic bioengineering, basic oncology, and development and cell biology. The division director is a member of CSR’s senior management, advises the CSR Director and other NIH officials on scientific issues relevant to the division, and represents CSR within and outside of The National Institutes of Health. The DBIB Director leads the review activities of over 60 study sections and special emphasis panels in 6 branches and oversees 6 review branch chiefs, approximately 60 scientific review officers, and 18 administrative staff. CSR is a dynamic, data-driven center, at the forefront of innovation in peer review. The DBIB Director plays a key role in developing plans and providing direction as the peer review process evolves and NIH works to maintain and enhance it. This individual also participates in strategic planning activities for achieving CSR’s scientific and management goals; helps establish policy and practices related to referral and review; and implements program and management changes. Additional information on CSR and DBIB is available at: https://lnkd.in/e5SZyiX6 Learn more about this Title-42 position and apply by January 19, 2025: https://lnkd.in/eZ_Tf8q8

? Closing soon: Our current vacancy announcements for scientific review officers within the fields of biological, data, engineering, or physical sciences will close tomorrow, Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:59pm ET. To learn more & for direct links to apply: https://lnkd.in/ezf7v24a