About the Position: The positions are located at The U.S Army Research and Development Center (ERDC), located in Vicksburg Ms.

Duties

Scientist performing work in development, testing and evaluation, and coordination of services in program development and execution. Assists the engineers and scientists in the Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory on major projects which may involve full or scale-model conditions, laboratory simulation or testing equipment, theoretical studies. Assistance in analyses of statistical or numerical data and preparation on interim and final reports. The correlation of available data and information Duties may include review of published documents and other information, assistance in the preparation of proposals within the scope of the overall project including planning, preparation, and execution of field or laboratory experiments. Assist in the development and/or generation and/or application of theories, principles, practical concepts, and processes related to: the physical sciences, geology, engineering and the other traditional science/engineering disciplines. Traditional science/engineering disciplines (e.g., civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical). techniques, and engineering design standards for the building, transportation, public works, and construction industries; Testing and evaluation may include operation and oversight of advanced characterization laboratory equipment such as microscopes, chemical analyzers, rheological devices, and/or electrical distribution for projects. Assist with preparation of reports and technology-transfer products, including writing sections of some reports using writing skills developed through English composition or literature coursework or technical writing experience. Ability to direct and manage aspects of projects and tests Development of physical science disciplines, advanced mathematics and critical inquiry and scientific methodology.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position requires a 2 year probationary period.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience 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 Education Requirement for 1301, 1350 Series: General Physical Science Series, 1301 (opm.gov) Basic Education Requirement for 0801, 0810, 0830, 0850 Series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the DB-2 grade level in the Federal service includes experience in research and development projects involving engineering, science, and geology. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Decision MakingOral CommunicationResearch Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-9).

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 GR-APF-W2R2AA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEV CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk