Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Deputy Director, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

The NHLBI is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Deputy Director to provide leadership and serve as an active partner with the Director in leading a $3 billion national research program in diseases of the heart, blood vessels, lung and blood, blood resources, and sleep disorders. This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity for the right individual to share responsibility in providing strong and visionary leadership to an organization dedicated to uncovering new knowledge and technologies, both basic and clinical.

Candidates are sought who have a commitment to scientific excellence and the energy, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking required to help lead a major strategic planning initiative, as well as serve as the Institute’s day-to-day chief operating officer. Applicants must possess an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree, as well as senior-level research experience or knowledge of research programs in one or more scientific areas, related to the above mentioned NHLBI areas of interest. They should be outstanding communicators and known and respected within their profession as distinguished individuals of outstanding competence. Applicants should also demonstrate the ability to think strategically, work collaboratively and use a consultative approach to problem solving and decision making.

The Deputy will be expected to represent, and speak for, the Director and Institute before high level Government officials, as well as business and scientific leaders. Salary is commensurate with experience and a full package of Civil Service benefits is available, including: retirement, health and life insurance, long term care insurance, leave and savings plan (401K equivalent).

CV, bibliography, and two letters of recommendation must be received by October 21, 2005. Application package should be sent to:

National Institutes of Health
attn: Mr. Barry Rubinstein
Building 31, Room 5A28
31 Center Drive, MSC 2490
Bethesda, MD 20892-2490

For further information, please contact Mr. Rubinstein by email: Rubinstb@nhlbi.nih.gov or telephone 301-496-2411.

With nationwide responsibility for improving the health and well being of all Americans, the Department of Health and Human Services oversees the biomedical research programs of the NIH. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.

HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers