The Office of Management (OM), Health and Safety Branch (HSB), National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Microbiologist to join our team! The ideal candidate will provide primary services to our organization's research community on biological safety and health issues. Additionally, they will play a key role in assisting research and support staff to identify and correct biological safety deficiencies.

Duties

Schedule and conduct surveys of research laboratories, animal care facilities, and other work areas to identify and document potential biosafety and health problems and hazards. Prepare reports of findings and develop specific guidance for actions necessary to correct deficiencies and improve the safety of the work environment. Review accident reports, conduct investigations and interviews, examine physical evidence, analyze data, and prepare reports of findings and conclusions. Provide advice and assistance to managers, program staff, scientists, and technical staff on a variety of biological safety and health matters. Instruct management officials, program and technical staff, and scientists on a variety of biological safety and health programs and subjects. Participate in the development and implementation of training programs designed to increase awareness of biological safety hazards, enhance the understanding of preventative measures, and promote safe and healthful practices. Conduct inspections, collect data, and provide reports on all matters pertaining to biological safety.

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 the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Enter job specific requirements-i.e., drug testing, PhD, licensure, filer, etc.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• Position requires Education.
• Ensure you list ALL conditions of employment in this section or in the Additional Information section.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Microbiologist, GS-0403, position, you must have: A. completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in microbiology; OR B. completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in biology, chemistry, or basic medical science. At least 20 semester hours need to be in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms and at least 20 semester hours need to be in the physical and mathematical sciences (combination of course work in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent); OR C. a combination of experience and education which includes courses comparable to a major in microbiology, or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in B above, AND have appropriate experience or additional education which demonstrates similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the duties of this position. In addition, to qualify for a Microbiologist position at the GS-0403-11 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: planning and developing microbiological or biological experiments and protocols; evaluating the progress of microbiological experiments and establishing plans and resources for the completion of the project; preparing data in final form for scientific publication; coordinating the installation, repair, calibration and training for laboratory equipment. 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. 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. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application.? We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12434528

Education

This position has an education requirement. 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 package. 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: Tracey Suggs
• Phone: 984-287-3021
• Email: [email protected]