- NIH lacks permanent leaders in 13 of 27 institutes and centers
- Agency posts 11 roles at once with initial 2-week deadline
- Scientists raise concerns over expedited recruitment
- Total workforce reduced by 1,200 amid mass layoffs
- Potential candidates reluctant to apply, former institute director says
https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-nih-races-fill-nearly-half-its-top-roles-after-wave-departures-2025-12-17/