This position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment, Public Health and Environmental Systems Division, Environmental Pathways Modeling Branch. About: Office of Research and Development (ORD) 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

At the entry level of this position, you will:

Requirements

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

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 Research GS-11 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-09 level defined as conducting research in environmental impacts on human well-being and ecological health; analyzing research data or assisting with scientific reports; - OR master’s or equivalent graduate degree in the academic discipline as described below;  - OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. To qualify for the Research GS-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as conducting research in environmental impacts on human well-being and ecological health; analyzing research data, and preparing scientific research papers and reports; - OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in the academic discipline as described below; - OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Your application package will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: 1) Skill in developing biological and ecological research; 2) Skill in analyzing scientific data; 3) Skill in written communication; 4) Skill in oral communication; 5) Ability to develop geospatial training and educating materials; 6) Ability to manage contracts. 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.

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.

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

Contacts

• Address Environmental Protection Agency U.S. EPA, HRMD Mail Drop: C639-02 109 T.W. Alexander Drive, P.O. Box 12055 RTP, North Carolina 27711 United States
• Name: RCD Staffing
• Phone: 919-541-3014
• Email: [email protected]