What We Offer | NIH Ombuds Office

We can help you

  • Explore and better understand different ways to address common workplace and scientific disputes
  • Learn skills to develop healthier, more effective work relationships
  • Develop a customized approach for each situation
  • Identify and consider resources, within NIH and outside of NIH, that also may be able to assist you
  • Maintain the ability to choose what you do next

Considering Options and Resources

We are committed to helping you thoughtfully identify and explore a range of options and resources, both at NIH and beyond, that can help you address the unique needs and goals.

Working With Individuals

Individuals

Do you need help thinking through a difficult workplace situation or a scientific dispute? Are you unsure what to do, where to go, or what your options are?

Working With Groups

Groups

Is your work group experiencing conflict or challenges with teamwork? Is your group facing a difficult decision, or needing to discuss a difficult topic? 

Scientific Disputes

Scientific Disputes

Are you facing a scientific or clinical conflict? Do you need help with scientific collaborations, authorship disputes, career mentoring, scientific misconduct, and more?

Education and Outreach Services

Education & Outreach

Would your organization benefit from a presentation about our office or an interactive workshop?