This position is part of the Office of Science, Office of High Energy Physics. This position is responsible for research in an exploratory area of physics which studies the fundamental nature of matter, seeking to determine the most elemental building blocks and the basic forces which together determine how the universe works at its most fundamental level.

Duties

As a Physicist, you will:

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Subject to satisfactory security and suitability requirements.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).
• This position is included in a Bargaining Agreement.
• Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
• A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.
• This position does not support 100% remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 2 days per pay period.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENT: 1. Degree: physics; or related degree that included at least 24 semester hours in physics (must have included a fundamental course in general physics and, in addition, courses in any two of the following: electricity and magnetism, heat, light, mechanics, modern physics, and sound). OR 2. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in physics totaling at least 24 semester hours (must have included a fundamental course in general physics and, in addition, courses in any two of the following: electricity and magnetism, heat, light, mechanics, modern physics, and sound), plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the education requirement above, candidates must possess the specialized experience below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-14 - A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 3 of the 4 following: Providing authoritative advice and guidance to scientists and managers in areas of assigned responsibility including, but not limited to, High Energy Physics related Quantum Information Science (HEP-QIS). Developing milestones/plans for scientific partnership through knowledge of scientific priorities, facility operating capabilities, and fiscal resource requirements for a High Energy Physics program. Evaluating contractor, agency laboratory, or grantee research proposals/performance via own scientific and technical judgment, merit review, site visits/reviews, and panel reviews. Assisting in the management of a collaborative or consortium-model team research program (i.e., acting on emerging opportunities, determining funding levels; recommending and initiating necessary proposal denials and program terminations; and promoting inter-organizational interactions and collaborations) based on reviews and evaluations, program and agency priorities, and own scientific judgment. GS-15 - A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 3 of the 4 following: Serving as a consultant to other scientists and senior management in areas of assigned responsibility including, but not limited to, High Energy Physics related Quantum Information Science (HEP-QIS). Examining research needs/opportunities of HEP-QIS research or related technology research and development against scientific/technological advances and the potential needs of the organization. Coordinating all aspects of a collaborative or consortium-model team research program, including but not limited to oversight of HEP-QIS programs. Collaborating with other Federal research agencies, international partners, or community stakeholders to develop strategic planning for HEP-QIS or related technology research and development programs (i.e., workshops, planning meetings, funding agency discussions and community town hall meetings) that may highlight key scientific opportunities identified by the community and appropriate high energy physics advisory bodies, while respecting relevant technical, scheduling, and budgetary constraints. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-14 and GS-15 grade levels. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Contacts

• Address Office of Science - Headquarters P.O. Box 5088 Oak Ridge, TN 37831 US
• Name: David Edwards
• Phone: 240-805-4054
• Email: [email protected]