Irene Haas
About Irene Haas
Irene Haas serves as the Director of the Office of Grants Management at the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) within the NIH, where she has worked since 2011. She oversees a grant portfolio valued at approximately $750 million and acts as the Principal Grants Officer for both NCATS and the Office of Research Infrastructure Programs (ORIP).
Work at National Institutes of Health
Irene Haas has served as the Director of the Office of Grants Management at the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) since 2011. In this role, she provides leadership for the fiscal management of a substantial grant portfolio valued at approximately $750 million. Her responsibilities include overseeing the distribution and management of funds to support various research initiatives. Additionally, she acts as the Principal Grants Officer for both NCATS and the Office of Research Infrastructure Programs (ORIP), ensuring compliance and effective use of grant resources.
Education and Expertise
Irene Haas pursued her education at Gettysburg College from 1981 to 1983, followed by the University of Maryland, where she studied Secondary Education and Teaching. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of Maryland between 1983 and 1985. Her educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her role in grants management and oversight within the NIH.
Background
Irene Haas has been a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for over a decade, contributing to the effective management of grant funding in the biomedical research sector. Her extensive experience in grants management is complemented by her educational qualifications in education, which provide a solid foundation for her leadership role at NCATS.
Achievements
As the Director of the Office of Grants Management at NCATS, Irene Haas has played a significant role in managing a large grant portfolio. Her leadership has been instrumental in ensuring that the funding processes align with the goals of advancing translational sciences. Serving as the Principal Grants Officer for both NCATS and ORIP, she has contributed to the strategic allocation of resources to support critical research initiatives.