These positions are in Office of Research and Development (ORD), Center for Computational Toxicology and Exposure, Great Lakes Toxicology and Ecology Division, Molecular Indicators Branch. About: ORD This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected). *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.
• 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 laboratory research involving organismal or community response to stimuli, ecological risk or chemical exposure; performing data analysis on experimental endpoints; and/or helping in the preparation of scientific reports or peer-reviewed manuscripts; - 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 research involving organismal or community response to stimuli, ecological risk or chemical exposure; analyzing omics data (genomic, proteomic, transcriptomic, metabolomic); and/or preparing scientific reports or peer-reviewed manuscripts; - 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 of biology/bioinformatics and associated statistical techniques; 2) Knowledge of quality assurance procedures sufficient to perform quality assurance checks and validate methods; 3) Skill in modern programming languages such as Python and/or R; 4) Ability to advise staff on research procedures and and laboratory operations; 5) Skill in oral communication, including communicating with scientific peers and leaders; 6) Skill in written communication; 7) Ability to monitor program costs and estimated budgets. 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.

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]