Centralized Positions: GS-14 & Above

The VA Office of Research and Development (ORD) evaluates research scientist positions funded by ORD for assignment at General Schedule (GS)-14 and above. This covers appointments for supervisory and non-supervisory Title 5 and Title 38 hybrid research scientists funded by ORD broad portfolios (BPs), actively managed portfolios (AMPs), and the Cooperative Studies Program (CSP).

Refer to Program Guide 1200.03: Centralized Positions of Research Scientists, GS-14 and Above, and the documents provided here for guidance regarding the submission and approval of these positions. This program is distinct from the Research Career Scientist program (see Reasearch Career Scientist Program Guide 1200.20).

Related Documents

Instructions for Preparation and Submission for Title 5 Position Nominations

Instructions and Required Documentation for Hybrid Title 38 Occupations

OPM Research Grade Evaluation Guide

General Schedule Supervisory Guide

OF8: Position Description

Sample supervisory factors

Supervisory Reclassification of Title 5 GS 14 and 15 PDs

Human Resources document - Request for HT38 Promotion Above Full Performance Level Template

HT38 Functional Statement Template

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Resources

• Webinar - Updates to ORD Centralized Positions Nomination Process (2/17/2026) Available on the intranet. Copy and paste the following URL into your browser if you have VA network access: vaww.hsrd.research.va.gov/for_researchers/cyber_seminars/archives/video_archive.cfm?SessionID=7807
• Centralized Positions, GS 14 and above - Reviewer quick-start guide
• FAQs for Centralized Positions

Contact information:

Medical Health (Med Health) and Brain, Behavioral and Mental Health (BBMH) :

Carol Fowler, Ph.D.
E-mail: carol.fowler@va.gov

Health Systems Research (HSR):

Eric Enone
E-mail: Eric.Enone@va.gov

Rehabilitation Research, Development and Translation (RRDT):

Carol Fowler, Ph.D.
E-mail: rrdreviews@va.gov

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