Are you interested in a truly unique opportunity to serve as a Biologist in the world's largest hospital entirely devoted to translational clinical research? The National Institutes of Health invites candidates with strong operational, clinical research, and leadership credentials to apply for the position of Biologist (Research), within the Department of Transfusion Medicine and Center for Cellular Engineering, in Bethesda MD.

Duties

As a GS-0401 Biologist (Research), your duties may include but are not limited to the following: Serves as an expert in providing authoritative advice and consultation for more difficult, complex, or unique experimental procedures. Apply new scientific/technical developments and theories to experimental research. Troubleshoot problems with equipment or experimental techniques and independently develop methods to resolve these difficulties. Teach complex laboratory techniques to post-docs, post-bacs, visiting scientists and other technical staff. Collaborate with the Senior Investigator to work on projects, methods and equipment that aids in meeting the lab's research goals.

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.
• Position requires Education - please submit transcripts.
• Tier 1 Emergency Essential Personnel.
• Biologist are required to use protective clothing such as lab coats, goggles, gloves and must follow all Universal Safety precautions.
• The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion such as long periods of standing and walking, bending over instruments and equipment, and lifting light to moderately heavy items such as various supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Biologist (Research), GS-0401 position, you must have: A. completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in a biological science, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to this position, from an accredited college or university; OR B. a combination of experience and education which includes courses comparable to a major in a biological science, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry or related disciplines appropriate to this position, AND appropriate experience or additional education which demonstrates similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the duties of this position. In addition, in order to qualify for a Biologist, GS-0401 position at the GS-12 level, you must have one (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: developing, planning, and implementing scientific biologic research; collecting, studying, developing, assembling, and/or analyzing factual scientific data; developing and preparing comprehensive reports, analytical interpretations, conclusions, or recommendations, typically for scientific publication; and calibrating and operating sophisticated laboratory instruments to conduct tests and analyses.. 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. 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/12463056

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: NIH HR Service Desk Branch E
• Email: [email protected]