Do you provide oversight for the biological testing of critical biomedical research programs? If so, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) is seeking to fill a Supervisory Biologist (Animal) position. Be a part of this important work. Apply today!

Duties

Provides scientific and technical supervisory leadership, advice, direction, and oversight for all aspects of the biological testing programs managed by the BTB, including furnishing policy and procedural guidance to staff. Implements DTP objectives in oversight of the in vivo evaluation of candidates for clinical cancer therapy. Manages the national tumor repository program. Assigns general authority for the correlation of all aspects of testing, tumor repository into an efficient in vitro/in vivo screening program. Reviews in vivo xenograft and syngeneic model data. Recommends for each compound tested the medical and scientific value of efficacy and its use in furthering research. Prepares and directs the preparation of papers for publication in scientific journals or presentation at meetings of scientific societies. Collaborates with NCI scientists to evaluate the in vivo efficacy of their test agents, both synthetic, biologic, or natural product derived. Presents lectures or participates in seminars for universities or scientific groups. Oversees the quality of the animals used for the BTB in vivo studies.

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 your transcript.

Qualifications

Basic Education Requirement: In order to meet the Basic Requirement for a Supervisory Biologist (Animal), GS-0401, you must possess 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 Have 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. Additional Specialized Experience Requirement: In addition, in order to qualify for a Supervisory Biologist (Animal) position at the GS-15 level, you must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: formulates, plans, and evaluates program objectives, policies, and activities for research projects and studies involving developmental therapeutics research and biological testing programs; designs, develops, and coordinates the design of models for in vivo testing; develops new assay methodologies to analyze anti-tumor agents; prepares papers for publication in scientific journals; presents lectures in seminars for scientific groups as a recognized authority; oversees the quality of animals used for scientific studies; and manages a scientific repository program. 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/12617823

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: Brenda Brockwell
• Phone: 301-435-5724
• Email: [email protected]