Office of Intramural Research
The Office of Intramural Research (OIR) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) oversees the research activities conducted by NIH scientists within its own laboratories and clinical centers. It supports the intramural research program, which involves direct research by NIH employees rather than funding external researchers.
Mission
The mission of OIR is to advance biomedical research by providing leadership, oversight, coordination, and resources for the intramural research program at NIH. This includes fostering innovation, ensuring scientific integrity, and translating research findings into health benefits.[1]
Parent organization
OIR is part of the Office of the Director at the NIH, within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.[2]
Legislation
The activities of OIR are conducted under the umbrella of the Public Health Service Act, which authorizes NIH's research functions, including intramural research.[3]
Number of employees
OIR supports a vast intramural research community at NIH, which includes thousands of scientists, clinicians, and support staff, although exact numbers are not publicly disclosed.
Organization structure
OIR's structure includes:
- Immediate Office of the Director for strategic leadership.
- Scientific Directors who manage research in specific scientific areas across NIH Institutes.
- Office of Intramural Training & Education (OITE) for training and career development.
- Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) for managing intellectual property.
- Division of Intramural Research in each NIH Institute and Center (IC).
List of programs
- Support for basic, clinical, and translational research within NIH
- Career development programs for scientists at various stages
- Management of shared resources and core facilities for research
- Technology transfer and commercialization of NIH discoveries
- Ethical oversight of research practices
Last total enacted budget
While OIR does not have a separately reported budget, it operates within NIH's total budget for intramural activities. For FY 2023, NIH's total budget was approximately $47.4 billion.[4]
Leader
The leader of OIR holds the title NIH Deputy Director for Intramural Research.
Services provided
OIR provides a range of services from managing research resources to supporting the career development of scientists. It oversees the quality and direction of intramural research, supports the infrastructure needed for cutting-edge science, and facilitates the translation of research into clinical applications and public health.[5]
Regulations overseen
OIR ensures compliance with NIH policies on research conduct, including ethical research practices, safety, and the proper use of NIH resources. It also oversees the integration of intramural research with NIH's broader mission and public health objectives.
Headquarters address
9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
Website
Wikipedia article
wikipedia:Office of Intramural Research
