NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Biologist to join our team! This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates.

Duties

Performs independent planning, troubleshooting, and method development in the technical support of reference materials and biological research that is critical for the functioning and priorities of the Applied Genetics groups' forensic and clinical activities. Independently designs sequencing and molecular biology experiments to characterize and evaluate data for the analysis of genomic DNA. Assesses, procures, and implements new emerging methods and instrumentation related to the quantification and sequencing of genomic DNA. Coordinates the training of new staff with lab methods and protocols as well as training existing staff with new methods and instrumentation. Consistently and independently maintains the laboratory workspace in compliance with NIST safety policy and advises group- and division-level management on needed updates and improvements. Understands and implements the guidelines and polices of the NIST Quality System required to produce reference materials.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Bargaining Unit Position: No

Qualifications

Individual Occupational Requirements Basic Requirements Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. IN ADDITION TO THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED ABOVE: To qualify, applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level (ZP-II for NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience conducting a wide range of molecular biology techniques and data relevant analysis. This experience must include the following activities: (1) participating in the research and data analysis process, including problem identification, planning, and execution; (2) performing next generation sequencing methods i.e. PCR, library preparation, sample purification, and operation and maintenance of sequencing platform; (3) generating data visualization outputs such as tables, charts and graphs; (4) performing digital PCR methods for the quantification of DNA targets. OR Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR A combination of education and experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done. We will credit all qualifying volunteer experience in your application. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. Applicant Reconsideration

Education

This position has an education requirement. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required prior to a final offer of employment.

Education completed outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with a course by course listing) is required with your application.

Contacts

• Address Biomolecular Measurement Division 100 Bureau Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20899 US
• Name: Tailor Thompson
• Email: [email protected]