About the Position: This position is with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Cold Regions Research Engineer Lab (CRREL). Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below: Fairbanks, Alaska: $77,898 - $101,263 Hanover, New Hampshire: $69,107 - $89,835 (salary is subject to increase based on new 2024 GS pay table) This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Duties

Conducts fundamental and applied computer, laboratory and field research studies in the field of environmental sensing and soil sciences. Applies professional knowledge and background of data analysis and chemical characterization of soil. Participates in field studies to aid in data collection, which may include long deployments in austere environments. Works with research teams composed of junior and senior researchers. Presents findings to general public, high level officials, and the scientific communities. Develops new research ideas and laboratory techniques. Conducts detailed literature reviews.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement for Research Physical Scientist: A. Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR B. Combination of Education and Experience: Courses equivalent to one of the majors, as shown in A above, that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS-11 Qualification Requirements: This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Conducting background literature reviews Developing the overall research approach, to include manpower, equipment, and funding requirements Formulating conclusions that are presented orally and in a series of published contributions Providing advisory services and maintains professional competence Operating instruments in laboratory settings and field environments OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as physical science, engineering, or mathematics. (Note: You must submit a copy of your transcript.) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. This announcement MAY be used to fill like vacancies for six months after the closing date. This is a DHA Job Opportunity Announcement. Current permanent federal employees are not eligible for this type of DHA per ERDC Policy and Guidance. If you are a current federal employee, you need to apply to the internal JOA CERG237525507359.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R2AA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMT CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk