Join the cutting-edge Division of Intramural Research Programs (DIRP) at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), where we pioneer basic, clinical, and translational research on psychiatric disorders. Our work at NIMH, DIRP, leverages the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) resources, fosters scientist training, and complements extramural research efforts.

Duties

If selected for this position, you will perform the following duties: Perform a variety of standard and non-standard tests, examinations, and procedures in support of one or more higher-level technicians/scientists. Perform delicate manipulative work using specially designed tubes, glassware, and equipment. Execute transfer of media or cell cultures where speed, avoidance of contamination, and sterile techniques are necessary. collect, identifies, and prepares biological specimens. Establishes cell lines, or similar tasks.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-07 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: performing a variety of standardized tests, examinations and procedures in a laboratory environment; collecting, identifying and preparing biological specimens; preparing, maintaining and analyzing cell and other cultures; ordering, operating, calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment; and determining the validity of experimental data and observation results. OR Completion of 1 year of graduate level education that included courses such as biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. OR A combination of education and specialized experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12341826

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Joseph Dold
• Phone: 301-402-5026
• Email: [email protected]