This position is located on a Forest Service Research unit. The incumbent performs duties in support of the of wildlife biology and genetics management program.

Duties

The incumbent performs technical assignments consisting mostly of, but not limited to, routine laboratory experiments that require the use of accepted, standardized laboratory practices. Incumbent uses knowledge of standard genetic laboratory techniques to set up DNA testing assays using a variety of specialized laboratory equipment. Works with a variety of animal specimens, performs DNA extractions, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and gel electrophoresis in the laboratory. Incumbent analyzes experimental data gathered in the laboratory, performs statistical manipulations, and accurately summarizes the data. Serves as a genetics team member in laying out experiments for studies and pilot tests to yield genetic information. Selects and uses the appropriate test on standard and non-standard DNA samples to inform species, individual, sex and population data. Keeps comprehensive records of DNA data obtained and compiles data for reports. Ensures that laboratory work assignments are carried out in a safe and timely manner. Operates a variety of scientific and laboratory instruments, calculating machines, and other office equipment as required.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Direct Deposit Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-Verify.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. GS-05: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-4 grade level; OR a bachelor's degree or 4 years of successfully completed education above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such biology, chemistry, statistics, entomology, animal husbandry, botany, physics, agriculture, or mathematics. At least 6 semester hours of courses must have been directly related to the position to be filled. The successful completion of a full course of study of at least 12 months in a school for clinical laboratory technicians may be substituted for the 1 year of specialized experience required at the GS-05 level for positions involving microbiology and biochemistry technician work; OR combinations of successfully completed post-high school education (in excess of the first 60 semester hours) and specialized experience. The education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college, or university. Examples of specialized experience include: Participating in biochemistry related projects by assisting with measurements, recording observations, and assisting with the collection of specimens. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). 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. To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address USDA Forest Service HRM Contact Center DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS, SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT Albuquerque, NM 87109 US
• Name: HRM Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-372-7248 X2
• Email: [email protected]