Program Director for Inflammatory Mechanisms for Diabetes/Obesity Available at NIDDK

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) is seeking an individual with significant research experience to lead a program in addressing Inflammatory Mechanisms for Diabetes/Obesity in the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolic Diseases (DDEMD). The DDEMD supports and provides leadership for research on the causes, prevention, and treatment of diabetes and its complications, as well as other endocrine and metabolic diseases.

Current Opening
The NIDDK is seeking a scientist with research experience in investigating the role of inflammatory mechanisms in the etiology and pathophysiology of obesity and diabetes. Research in this area is supported through multiple mechanisms, including regular research grants and cooperative agreements. Activities to be pursued include planning, establishing, and overseeing a wide range of goal-directed initiatives to expedite and enhance pre-clinical and translational advances in diabetes/obesity.

The Director of the Inflammatory Mechanisms program in DDEMD will work closely with the Division Director to enhance research activity by identifying opportunities for enabling basic and translational research in inflammation, with particular emphasis on biochemical mechanisms, cellular and soluble mediators, tissue cross-talk, and immune networks contributing to the pathophysiologic changes in key tissues associated with metabolic diseases. The incumbent will assess research needs, identify emerging technologies, develop initiatives, assess scientific priorities, advise potential applicants and administer grants and awards.

The applicant must have a professional scientific degree (PhD or MD), scientific management experience, and strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

The position is located in Bethesda, Maryland. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience of the applicant.

For more information on the position, contact: niddkdemjobopenings@mail.nih.gov

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), NIH, and NIDDK are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and the position is subject to a background check.

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