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<section style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Tahoma',sans-serif;"> <div> (ID: 2026-3322) Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). </div> <div> Axle is seeking a Management Analyst to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD </div> <div> Benefits We Offer: <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">401K match up to 5%</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Educational Benefits for Career Growth</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Employee Referral Bonus</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Flexible Spending Accounts: <ul> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Healthcare (FSA)</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)</li> <li style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="ck-content" style="font-family: Segoe UI; font-size: 11pt;" data-wrapper="true"> Position Overview The contractor will independently provide specialized FOIA and Privacy Act support services, including processing information requests, conducting legal and policy research, drafting responses and memoranda, supporting administrative appeals, and assisting with related communications and case management activities. The role also supports OCPL's broader communications mission by researching, writing, fact-checking, and revising science-based materials for NIH's diverse audiences. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Governmental Affairs, Public Policy, or a related field, with a minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience (seven years preferred).   Field of Study <ul style="margin-left: 8px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e75f25f245f4886855224eb004e39519e"> Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Governmental Affairs, or Public Policy </li> </ul> Software <ul style="margin-left: 8px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ec7d1b0fc9b95731f6e71d0ac3742441d"> Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e882117314d1fd2e5f4d1e725f19d8f9a"> Adobe Acrobat </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="effd16d695b0cccbb49e686dcf71c1f43"> Internet research tools </li> </ul> Skills <ul style="margin-left: 8px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e9c7bde7f32b51a9b4b7d51b5c6bfe7ee"> Minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience (seven years preferred) </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e4af03ed5bfeafa8336dd9401b6e77913"> Strong oral and written communication skills </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ef3cddf9fd6bedabedbce655422636e94"> Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="edf9b3dd1a6b631ac8c3526f122ef6753"> Ability to exercise initiative and work independently </li> </ul> Deliverables <ul style="margin-left: 8px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e683ab519bac63d6829758386ae473515"> Work products and documents related to preparing science-based materials; conducting research; developing and completing written assignments; identifying subject matter experts to interview — Ad-Hoc </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e99d573cd49b5ddaaca64e7b2a046ac57"> Work products and documents related to attending scientific seminars and presentations related to the topics being addressed; conducting interviews with subject matter experts; drafting materials for submission to editors for clearance, publication and final dissemination; applying editorial standards and applicable style guidelines to each work — Ad-Hoc </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e3e46bdbbd1b128997c286b6f55bacc54"> Work products and documents related to addressing feedback obtained in the NIH clearance process; reworking, rewriting and revising sections to incorporate feedback; attending staff and/or team meetings, either in person or remotely as agreed upon — Ad-Hoc </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e3dbfb12fbec7d0dee8a39bf269d594bd"> Work products and documents related to maintaining records of source material, interviews, drafts, and final products and materials for archiving; reading, reviewing, and interpreting scientific literature; organizing and expressing complex scientific concepts; completing and submitting drafts and final products within specified deadlines — Ad-Hoc </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e964885d5aee4309f19e97fead97ddb25"> Work products and documents related to presenting information and ideas in such a way as to advance the agency's biomedical research mission and communication goals; preparing written products for use by audiences with differing levels of comprehension — Ad-Hoc </li> </ul> Statement of Work Details <ul style="margin-left: 8px;"> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="edee4a4e676769ebede47880e5443dded"> Research, write, fact-check, edit and revise a wide range of science-based materials designed to meet the communications needs of NIH, OCPL, and the agency's diverse audiences. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ec9fa55295b402eb102c89ecb6438e81c"> Conduct research using background literature and source material sufficient to accomplish the development of high-quality, well-written, and accurate products. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e802f80b7fbc29ef41f6fda6e96d4e06f"> Develop and complete written assignments, including articles, summaries of research findings, brief newsletter contributions, factsheets, brochures, website content and routine or special reports. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e09b73cb4b9a93695b5fc112fee1ff6f1"> Work with NIH editors and subject matter experts to identify interviewees. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="edcb81b8aaeaff6c05fc429776b17d5d4"> Identify and pitch recently published NIH-funded research studies for coverage consideration. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e19fcef14765d63211c92a592f546725b"> Attend scientific seminars and presentations related to the topics being addressed. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eed39d0c6d7be2fb656011b3be671cc22"> Conduct interviews with subject matter experts and supply notes or transcripts of interviews to the editors if requested. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eb4363ba89d1e0b0a94df43cd29336790"> Draft materials for submission to editors for clearance, publication and final dissemination. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e779e3d0cf7e7d75ae706f3f03c72e05d"> Apply editorial standards and applicable style guidelines to each work. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eded98989eed96d3185caba4fb2b36e80"> Work with editors to address feedback obtained in the NIH clearance process; rework, rewrite and revise sections to incorporate feedback. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e7450f4844d44bad2fdd3559a9d39152e"> Attend 1-2 staff and/or team meetings per week if requested, either in person or remotely. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ec9c2881fb23f26bbb0f7a8a2b8c20d9b"> Participate in strategy meetings for end-of-year summary publications and future calendar planning. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e9890258a71b6f46e34a308e09cfdc86a"> Maintain careful and strict records of source material, interviews, drafts, and final products and materials for archiving and compliance with applicable records statutes, regulations, and guidelines. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e61b09be54176b862276ea9e1dc3a8702"> Read, review and interpret appropriate scientific literature related to the topics being addressed. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eac984aa81aa3df39916e0792847918c9"> Organize and express complex scientific concepts. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e8e55ec0b50e3be2514fb448e168afd24"> Complete and submit drafts and final products within specified deadlines. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e1e6dd3f1ecdee08c3657f5be219e7b71"> Present information in a tone and style commensurate with each publication and its target audience. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e810bfae6f9bc0781deaf7edfa4a7b99a"> Present information and ideas in such a way as to advance the agency's biomedical research mission and communication goals while helping to promote increased understanding of the value of publicly funded research. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e8023773bb381bf160a5cf2bcb71b5ac2"> Prepare written products for use by a wide range of audiences with differing levels of comprehension: the general public, Congress, the media, industry, healthcare professionals and others. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ee49d048c717f019f9ad600d16cb74aa9"> Independently process FOIA requests, including correspondence, memoranda, and redacting documents. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e1754a04303506388fb17d51edae2b9a0"> Research, analyze and evaluate data for information request responses; write final response letters with no redactions or with routine applicable exemptions. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e591d17712e4ec998a8423f1d71088248"> Write email information request responses as received from other organizations and the public. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ede1ecca4a8dd17b0bf3b4cabb929eefb"> Manage OER FOIA email box. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eace6b905ad818b2afa915a2d6a7c2330"> Forward information request responses as received from other organizations and the public to the appropriate person for response. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e9d9f39aba5ae2ae6821885b299472ac0"> Conduct research on relevant disclosure laws, regulations, policies, and precedents in order to reach conclusions regarding the release of requested information, and document results. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="ee37bb3a9d90c3e4de027054512af3e30"> Apply knowledge of the FOIA, the Privacy Act, DHHS FOIA Regulations, NIH policy and court decisions to review requests for information, determine the appropriateness of the release, and make recommendations regarding appeals. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e08e1120d5c6b31984bbe218ede5c6984"> Review documents and responses to ensure compliance with the Acts and the regulations and policies issued pursuant to them. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e4ab2cd3a20fc1fb016e11d30cf7ac6c3"> Coordinate information requests with other offices; maintain a record of information in case file as appropriate. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e527b5611a3c8e39c27bdfb4cbc6f52a3"> Consult with members of the public, attorneys, IC management, and NIH intramural or extramural staff to resolve requests for sensitive documents which may involve proprietary commercial and financial information, invasions of personal privacy, ongoing investigations, or pre-decisional and deliberative material. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="eacf3101db7c945dbdb6cb520a74e7929"> Analyze regulations, case decisions, policies and procedures to determine whether private or confidential information can be released. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e167f58b34dc4cea310a288d1cb1adc89"> Participate in meetings and discussions with attorneys on how best to respond to lawsuits over information requests via phone and electronic correspondence. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e94511cf31312ac43a9c478780e911be4"> Use automated tracking systems to monitor requests for confidential information to ensure timely resolution; extract information from multiple sources for use in writing reports. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e0bfed47cb4350f44e4706ffef98d3064"> Draft a weekly progress report regarding the status of assigned FOIA cases and other activities to be submitted to the FOIA Officer. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e86b1d11ddf946cd33ae93a255e3a1ede"> Respond to inquiries about the formal release of documents. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e5534e4832080c5d7d48baabaa27e7a49"> Communicate with consumers, the public, or special interest groups on behalf of NIH. </li> <li class="ck-list-marker-font-size ck-list-marker-color ck-list-marker-font-family" style="font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-list-item-id="e3c6485750f7724e7ea5b7f033acfb997"> Negotiate informal agreements and support formal agreements to resolve conflicts between the requesters and providers of information; determine what is needed by a requester and assist the requester in formulating a request that will satisfy the requester's information needs. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed. </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate. </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: <a href="mailto:careers@axleinfo.com" target=" _blank">careers@axleinfo.com</a> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"> This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. </div> </section><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range">$90,000—$100,000 USD</div></div></div>