This is a Health Scientist position within the BioRisk Management Branch, Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS), Office of Research Services (ORS), National Institutes of Health (NIH). If you have experience participating in assigned safety and health programs in a clinical or research science laboratory AND you want to play a significant role in a dynamic organization, then consider joining the NIH Office of Research Services! For more information, visit http://ors.od.nih.gov.

Duties

If selected for this position as a Health Scientist, GS-0601-11/12 your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs a variety of duties involving biosafety and biocontainment management, implementation, coordination, and policy issues for NIH high and maximum containment laboratories. Provides safety support to high containment or select agent program registered laboratory facilities as authorized. Responds to accidents, exposures, and other emergencies within high containment laboratories. Provides emergency support, advice on remedial action, and strategies for preventing and/or intervening in emergency situations. Performs site visits and inspects high containment laboratories to ensure compliance. Prepares reports of findings and recommendations.

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.
• Pre-employment and/or random drug and alcohol testing is required for this position.
• Position requires Education.
• You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 40 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• If selected, will be required to gain/maintain access to BSL 3, BSL 4, and associated animal facilities and/or labs.
• If selected, will be required to participate and meet all requirements of the NIH Biological Surety Program (BSP). Tier 3 background investigation and annual behavioral health assessments are included in the NIH BSP.
• If selected, must obtain a positive FBI Security Risk Assessment (SRA) in compliance with 7 CPR Part 333:9 CPR Part 121; and 42 CFR Part 73.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Health Scientist, GS-0601 position you must meet the Basic Education Requirement:. Completed the requirements for a bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. In addition to the above basic requirements, to qualify for a Health Scientist at the GS-11 level, you must have: A. (1) One year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service, obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: 1) providing scientific and technical support for assigned portions of biosafety and Select Agent programs; 2) researching information involving select agents and toxins in biomedical research; and 3) assisting in preparing reports and documentation on safety programs for research on biodefense and infectious diseases. OR B. 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field. OR C. A combination of post baccalaureate education above the master's level in a related field, and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the above basic requirements, to qualify for a Health Scientist position at the GS-12 level, you must have: A. (1) One year of specialized year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service, obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: 1) providing scientific and technical support for the planning and management of biosafety and Select Agent programs; 2) providing guidance on policies and the use of select agents and toxins in biomedical research; 3) preparing reports and documentation on safety programs for research on biodefense and infectious diseases; and 4) participating the in the implementation of policies and procedures related to biosafety and healthful work environments. 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/12568974

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.

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: Jennifer Kall
• Phone: 301-827-9846
• Email: [email protected]