This position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Environmental Measurement and Modeling, Air Methods and Characterization Division, Source and Fine Scale Branch.  About: The 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

• 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.
• You may have limited exposure to hazardous materials.
• You will be required to lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.

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 assisting in laboratory analysis, field research, and methods development for air testing, instrument operation and analyzing research data; and preparing 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 laboratory analysis, field research, and methods development for air testing, instrument operation and analyzing research data; coordinating the operation of a research laboratory (i.e., responsibility for equipment, supplies, reagents, experimental samples, safety measures and quality assurance); and preparing scientific 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) Knowledge and experience monitoring volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in air matrices using sorbent methodologies, GC/MS, GC-FID, HPLC, thermal desorption, and optical spectroscopic techniques; 2) Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting analytical laboratory instrumentation, including gas chromatograph - mass spectrometer systems with thermal desorption inlet systems; 3) Experience with developing, automating, programming, and/or using data acquisition and control systems to design and run laboratory or field experiments; 4) Ability to manage and analyze large datasets, identify trends, and perform statistical analysis; 5) Ability to follow standard operating procedures and adhere to robust quality assurance standards and safety and health protocols; 6) Skill in oral communication; 7) Skill in written communication; 8) 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.

A bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university 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 a combination of education and experience with education equivalent to one of the majors listed that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

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]