This position is part of the Office of Science - Headquarters, Department of Energy. As a Geologist, you will serve as a recognized expert and technical authority in geosciences and will develop and implement program thrusts that complement current Office research activities as well as interface with other core research areas within the Division including catalysis, separation science, heavy element chemistry, and condensed phase and interfacial science.

Duties

As a Geologist, you will: Serve as a recognized scientific authority in geosciences (geochemistry and geophysics) and as such have the responsibility to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate research programs in this field on a national and international level. Develop connections between the geosciences research program and others throughout the SC and DOE including new opportunities and challenges for study of geochemistry, geophysics, and geomaterials involving the use of Office x-ray light sources and neutron scattering facilities, nanoscience research centers, ultrafast photon science capabilities, and supercomputer capabilities. Serve as an expert and consultant to other geologists and senior management in areas of assigned responsibility. Consult and negotiate with leading government and scientific personnel, both nationally and internationally, on sensitive issues and complex areas of importance to all involved parties. Examine and ascertain research needs and opportunities of the research program against scientific and technological advances and of potential needs of the DOE.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Subject to satisfactory security and suitability requirements.
• May be required to successfully complete a 1-year probationary period.
• You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).
• Occasional travel may be required.
• This position is not included in a Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENT: A. Degree: geology, plus 20 additional semester hours in any combination of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological science, structural, chemical, civil, mining or petroleum engineering, computer science, planetary geology, comparative planetology, geophysics, meteorology, hydrology, oceanography, physical geography, marine geology, and cartography. OR B. Combination of education and experience -- course work as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic education requirement above, you must meet the experience requirement below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS GS-14: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting all of the following: Providing guidance to scientific staff and stakeholders about sensitive matters related to research and scientific projects. Identifying research requirements and capitalizing on possibilities to enhance the scientific and technological community. Assessing the merit of scientific research projects. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS GS-15: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting all of the following: Creating analytical documentation to effectively convey the current state of scientific initiatives. Engaging in geoscience research to disseminate findings through publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Evaluating the progress of geoscience research initiatives. There is no education substitution for this series and grade. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as scoring in the in Well Qualified category (or higher). You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Contacts

• Address Office of Science - Headquarters P.O. Box 5088 Oak Ridge, TN 37831 US
• Name: Brooks Demming
• Phone: 202-815-4839
• Email: [email protected]