***Announcement amended to update salary description*** This position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment, Public Health and Integrated Toxicology Division, Clinical Research Branch. About ORD. This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

You will:

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.
• Position has education requirements--see Qualifications/Education section.
• EPA and non-EPA applicants must submit transcripts/course listings.
• You may have limited exposure to hazardous materials.
• You will be required to lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

NOTE:  You must meet qualification requirements, including any requirements described in the Education section, by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for the Research GS-11 level, you must have one of the following: 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level defined as assisting laboratory research involving pollutant exposure on cell cultures and; analyzing experimental endpoints; and preparing scientific reports.  master’s or equivalent graduate degree; the education must be directly related and provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position equivalent combination of education and experience To qualify for the Research GS-12 level, you must have one of the following: 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level defined as conducting laboratory research involving pollutant exposure on cell cultures; analyzing research data; coordinating the operations of a research laboratory (i.e. responsibility for equipment, supplies, reagents, experimental samples, safety measures and/or quality assurance); and preparing scientific reports. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; the education must be directly related and provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position equivalent combination of education and experience Your application package will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of laboratory research principles, practices and procedures in pollutant exposure on primary human airway epithelial cell cultures. Ability to plan and implement research experiments. Ability to apply the latest developments in pollutant exposure on primary human airway epithelial cell cultures to resolve problems. Skill in written communication to prepare reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Skill in oral communication. Knowledge of quality assurance procedures sufficient to perform quality assurance checks and validate methods. Skill in contract management. 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. *If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Education

You must have a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position; OR a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major, as listed.

For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Contacts

• Address Environmental Protection Agency OMS/OHCO/RCD 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW WJC Bldg North, Mail Code 1448K Washington, District of Columbia 20460 United States
• Name: Alejandro Cabrejos
• Phone: 919-541-0855
• Email: [email protected]