Public Notice for Direct Hire STEM - Research Biologist

Summary

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

06/28/2024 to 01/31/2025

* Salary

$72,553 - $186,854 per year

Salary listed is Rest of U. S. and will be adjusted to reflect location after selection.

* Pay scale & grade

GS 11 - 15

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Locations

Few vacancies in the following locations:

* Anchorage, AK

* Los Angeles, CA

* San Diego, CA

* San Francisco, CA

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* Denver, CO

* Fort Collins, CO

* Washington, DC

* Miami, FL

* Atlanta, GA

* Honolulu, HI

* Chicago, IL

* Boston, MA

* Hyattsville, MD

* Detroit, MI

* Minneapolis, MN

* Triangle, NC

* Newark, NJ

* New York, NY

* Cincinnati, OH

* Philadelphia, PA

* Pittsburgh, PA

* San Juan, PR

* Dallas, TX

* El Paso, TX

* Houston, TX

* Seattle, WA

* Spokane, WA

* Morgantown, WV

* Remote job

No

* Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

* Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

* Appointment type

Multiple Appointment Types

* Work schedule

Multiple Schedules

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

00 - Contingent - Promotion potential will be based on the position to which appointed.

* Job family (Series)

* 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences

* Supervisory status

No

* Security clearance

Not Required

* Drug test

No

* Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

* Trust determination process

* Suitability/Fitness

* Credentialing

* Financial disclosure

No

* Bargaining unit status

No

* Announcement number

HHS-CDC-DH-24-12442212

* Control number

797686200

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This job is open to

* The public

U. S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U. S.

* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

Clarification from the agency

Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. You are applying to a resume database. Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained and may be used at any time during or after the open period of this Public Notice. U. S. Citizenship is REQUIRED.

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Duties

The CDC utilizes Direct/Expedited Hire Authorities to fill vacancies in a variety of occupations. This vacancy is a REPOSITORY of applications. Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level of the position. Applications may be periodically referred to hiring managers both during the open period and after the closing date. Because of the large number of applications anticipated, applicants' status will not be updated.

This public notice will be used to fill the positions listed below at multiple locations.

* Research Biologist: Grades GS-11 through GS-15

Applicant Expiration: Applications will expire 4 months after submission/resubmission. To remain eligible for consideration, reapplying is required.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

* Develop, refine, standardize, and conduct in vivo and in vitro coagulation and platelet studies for research and clinical purposes.

* Develop and implement the use of protocols for performance of tests and evaluation of results.

* Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products by designing and implementing instrument, reagent, and product check systems.

* Evaluate results and implement corrective actions when indicated.

* Provide laboratory testing for studies using existing protocols.

* Perform experiments in accordance with approved methods and procedures.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Due to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) process enhancement to use Shared Certificates throughout the Agency, some of the requirements below may differ:

* US Citizenship is required.

* Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (

* May be subject to a Background/Security Investigation. Security clearance level may differ from the position announced when certificates are shared.

* CDC participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). If selected, CDC will determine your employment eligibility using your social security number.

* Direct deposit is required.

* One-year probationary period may be required.

* This position may be subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

* This public notice may be used to fill managerial positions with 20% supervisory duties. Applicants should describe any previous experience or responsibilities which could be used in relation to supervisory duties that demonstrate or show the potential to develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

* Positions may be filled as permanent or term appointments.

* This position may be subject to the OGE Financial Disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P. L. 95-521). CDC inspires public confidence in its trust responsibilities and mission by maintaining high ethical principles. If selected, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. If identified, this will be an annual requirement.

* In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 15, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. This position may require a Drug Test and be subject to Random Drug Testing. The position may require the submission of a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative test result.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

* Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.

or

* Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify at the GS-11 g.