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Job opening: Biologist/Toxicologist

Salary: $78 592 - 102 166 per year
Published at: Oct 04 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
These positions are in the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, New Chemicals Division. About Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention: OCSPP This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.*Work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

You will:

Requirements

  • You must be a U.S. citizen.
  • You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.
  • Position has education requirements--see Qualifications/Education section.
  • EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.

Qualifications

In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below: To qualify for the GS-11 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-09 level defined as conducting data analyses of human health and exposure to chemicals; and preparing written reports;- OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in the academic discipline as described below- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: 1) Knowledge of laws, regulations, statutes, and guidelines pertaining to chemicals, including nanotechnology and biotechnology; 2) Ability to analyze technical documentation related to chemicals, including nanotechnology and biotechnology; 3) Knowledge of chemical industry developments and intended commercial and consumer applications; 4) Ability to examine scientific data to assess risks resulting from chemical usage; 5) Ability to utilize integrated systems for chemical data evaluation; 6) Skill in oral communication; 7) Knowledge of chemical risk characterization, environmental fate, and transport or exposure assessment; 8) Skill in written communication to develop technical reports.  Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). 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. If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Education

You need a degree or combination of education and experience as described below to qualify for this position.

Biologist: You must have a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major, as listed.

Toxicologist: You must have a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in toxicology, or an appropriate discipline of the biological, medical, or veterinary sciences that included at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, biochemistry, or physiology, and 12 semester hours in toxicology.

For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Contacts

  • Address Environmental Protection Agency US Environmental Protection Agency Human Resources Management Division 109 T.W. Alexander Dr, MD C639-02 Research Triangle Pk, North Carolina 27711 United States
  • Name: RTP Shared Service Center
  • Phone: 919-541-3014
  • Email: [email protected]

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