U.S. NSF Program Director (Rotating) in Geosciences and Cyberinfrastructure

NSF Program Director (Rotating) in Geosciences and Cyberinfrastructure

The Division of Research, Innovation, Synergies, and Education (RISE), in the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) at the U.S. National Science Foundation, is seeking a Program Director to join the Geosciences Cyberinfrastructure (GEO CI) incubator. The incubator manages an evolving portfolio that supports 1) open science practices; 2) data science education and workforce expansion; 3) innovation in artificial intelligence methods and policies; and 4) development of large and small-scale geoscience data systems. Two recent examples of GEO CI programs include the Collaborations in AI and Geosciences (NSF 24-518) and the Geosciences Open Science Ecosystem (NSF 23-534).

More broadly, the Program Director will be responsible for communicating current NSF opportunities to the geoscience community and for, reciprocally, communicating stakeholder needs to NSF leadership. Program Directors solicit, receive and review research and education proposals, make funding recommendations, administer awards, and undertake interaction with research communities in these fields. The position requires a commitment to high standards of intellectualism and ethical conduct, a considerable breadth of interest, receptivity to new ideas, a strong sense of fairness, good judgment, and a high degree of personal integrity.

A strong candidate for this specific Program Director position will not only have experience with modern computer-assisted research (e.g., machine learning or artificial intelligence, geospatial statistics), but will also have a broad familiarity with the current landscape of data systems and best practices for data collection, management, and sharing used across the geosciences. Applicants must additionally possess effective oral and written communication skills, the capacity to function effectively as a member of crosscutting and interactive teams, and demonstrated leadership abilities to guide GEO investments that enhance the mission of NSF and GEO.

To Apply

Applications of interest should be submitted by email to riseipadcl@nsf.gov with the GEO-CI incubator referenced in the subject line and must include contact information, a current CV, and a statement briefly describing the candidate's background that specifically relates to the position's duties and requirements. Applicants may also wish to include their timeframe of availability and a list of references. Review of applications will begin on November 18, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Further important information about the requirements for this position and the application process can be found at https://new.nsf.gov/careers/openings/geo/geo-2024-96950. Future opportunities in the RISE division can be found by subscribing to the RISE Reporter at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USNSF/subscriber/new?topic_id=USNSF_430.