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Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignment Opportunities at the U.S. National Science Foundation, Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (NSF CISE)

Directorate: Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE)
Job Type:
STEM
Appointment Type:
Temporary / Rotator
This job is open to the public

Application timeline

Date Posted:
Closing date: Open until filled

Position Description

The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (NSF CISE) is seeking highly qualified individuals interested in serving in science, technology, engineering and mathematics positions through the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Mobility Program. This NSF CISE directorate-wide informal outreach effort is intended to identify candidates with strong scientific, technical, leadership and program management expertise who are interested in contributing to NSF's mission to promote the progress of science and advance the national health, prosperity and welfare. 
 
IPA assignments provide a unique opportunity for eligible individuals from academic institutions, nonprofit organizations and other eligible entities to contribute their expertise while gaining valuable federal experience supporting national science and engineering priorities.  

The position recruited under this announcement will be filled under the following appointment option(s):

Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Assignment: Individuals eligible for an IPA assignment with a Federal agency include employees of State and local government agencies or institutions of higher education, Indian tribal governments, and other eligible organizations in instances where such assignments would be of mutual benefit to the organizations involved. Initial assignments under IPA provisions may be made for a period up to two years, with a possible extension for up to an additional two-year period. The individual remains an employee of the home institution and NSF provides the negotiated funding toward the assignee's salary and benefits. Initial IPA assignments are made for a one-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement. 

It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government 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.

This opportunity is open only to individuals eligible for appointment under the Intergovernmental Personnel Act (IPA) Mobility Program. Applicants must meet all IPA eligibility requirements at the time of application. In accordance with the U.S. National Science Foundation requirements, IPAs must be United States citizens.

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

NSF is particularly interested in candidates with demonstrated experience in the following CISE disciplines, strategic leadership, research administration, innovation and collaboration across academia, industry and government. 

CISE is seeking candidates to support the following programs: 

Interested applicants should submit application materials electronically to: cisecareeropportunities@nsf.gov and include:

  • Current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Brief statement of interest highlighting relevant experience or areas of expertise.
  • Current contact information. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Be advised that IPA participants will be eligible for either one year of per diem allowance, in accordance with U.S. General Services Administration rates, or a round-trip household goods move to the Washington Metropolitan Area to support the rotational assignment. 

NSF encourages you to share this opportunity broadly with qualified colleagues and professional networks. Questions regarding this outreach effort or IPA opportunities may also be directed to Lindsey Moraz, excepted service unit chief, NSF Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer, at lmoraz@nsf.gov. 

Thank you for your interest in supporting the mission of the U.S. National Science Foundation. 

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