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Summary If you have experience managing clinical trials and providing regulatory support AND you want to play a significant role in a dynamic organization, then consider joining the Center for Cancer Research (CCR), Office of the Clinical Director (OCD) at the National Cancer Institute (NCI)! For more information please visit: https://ccr.cancer.gov/about/office-of-the-clinical-director. Responsibilities As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, your typical work assignments may include: Managing all aspects of the protocol lifecycle including scientific peer review, initial Investigational New Drug Applications (IND) preparation, Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission of protocols, continuing review applications, protocol amendments, and annual reports. Monitoring key ethical and legal issues related to protection of research participants, adherence to policies and federal and state regulations surrounding the collection, storage, dissemination, and use of biospecimens. Serving as a liaison for clinical Investigators and other clinical regulatory staff Providing regulatory guidance, review, and expertise to ensure documentation conforms to applicable regulations and guidelines. Coordinating study site activities pertaining to the compilation and submission of, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, including documents for original Investigational New Drug Applications (INDs) for management and multi-disciplinary team review. Preparing and compiling data from ongoing protocols and drafts annual continuing review reports for distribution to appropriate regulatory agencies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Basic Qualifications In order to qualify for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, GS-0601, position you must have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree or graduate/higher level degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. (This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (https://ope.ed.gov/accreditation) at the time the degree was obtained). Additional Qualifications GS-12: In addition, to qualify for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist position at the GS-12 level, you must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: monitoring clinical trials to ensure applicable regulations, guidelines, and clinical practices are followed; serving as liaison and providing regulatory guidance for clinical investigators and other clinical regulatory staff; reviewing and submitting Investigational New Drug Applications (IND) and Investigational Device Exemptions (IDE) to review committees and regulatory bodies; and providing administrative and technical support to investigators involved in clinical trial research efforts. GS-13: In addition, to qualify for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist position at the GS-13 level, you must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: managing a portfolio of clinical trials to include protocol navigation, regulatory support and document preparation; serving as liaison and providing regulatory guidance for clinical investigators and other clinical regulatory staff; coordinating submission of protocols to scientific review panels/committees for consideration; preparing and submitting Investigational New Drug Applications (IND) and Investigational Device Exemptions (IDE) to review committees and regulatory agencies; and providing administrative and technical support to investigators involved in clinical trial research efforts. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12412946 Education This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education. Additional Information This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave. A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions. The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process. Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment. A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining his or her annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee's entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations. At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: telework, alternative work schedule.