Research Microbiologist
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Minimum qualification requirements are found in the OPM Qualification Standards Operating Manual for General Schedule Positions. Qualification requirements must be identified for each grade level advertised. https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/microbiology-series-0403/ Basic Requirements for Microbiology Series, (0403) Degree:
microbiology; or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included at least 20 semester hours in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms, and 20 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences combining course work in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent. OR Combination of education and
Experience:
courses equivalent to a major in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Additional Requirements In addition to meeting the basic requirements described above, applicants must also meet additional qualification requirements as stated below. Specialized
Experience:
Specialized experience is experience directly related to the position to be filled. GS-13:
Applicants must have one-year (52 weeks) of specialized experience (defined below) equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service. The specialized experience requirements for this position at the GS-13 level are:
Conceiving, planning and conducting independent research on antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; presenting research results at scientific meetings; publishing independent research results in peer-reviewed journals related to antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; and providing technical mentoring to other support staff and/or students. GS-14:
Applicants must have one-year (52 weeks) of specialized experience (defined below) equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service. The specialized experience requirements for this position at the GS-14 level are:
Conceiving, planning and conducting independent and collaborative research on antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; experience as a project or team leader working on molecular ecology studies of animal intestinal microbiomes within an inter-disciplinary research team; publishing research results in peer reviewed journals related to antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; and providing technical mentoring to others support staff, students and/or research associates. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/microbiology-series-0403/ Basic Requirements for Microbiology Series, (0403) Degree:
microbiology; or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included at least 20 semester hours in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms, and 20 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences combining course work in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent. OR Combination of education and
Experience:
courses equivalent to a major in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Additional Requirements In addition to meeting the basic requirements described above, applicants must also meet additional qualification requirements as stated below. Specialized
Experience:
Specialized experience is experience directly related to the position to be filled. GS-13:
Applicants must have one-year (52 weeks) of specialized experience (defined below) equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service. The specialized experience requirements for this position at the GS-13 level are:
Conceiving, planning and conducting independent research on antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; presenting research results at scientific meetings; publishing independent research results in peer-reviewed journals related to antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; and providing technical mentoring to other support staff and/or students. GS-14:
Applicants must have one-year (52 weeks) of specialized experience (defined below) equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service. The specialized experience requirements for this position at the GS-14 level are:
Conceiving, planning and conducting independent and collaborative research on antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; experience as a project or team leader working on molecular ecology studies of animal intestinal microbiomes within an inter-disciplinary research team; publishing research results in peer reviewed journals related to antimicrobial resistance and complex microbial communities; or foodborne pathogens and antimicrobial resistance; and providing technical mentoring to others support staff, students and/or research associates. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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0403 Microbiology - Salary Range:
$91,231 to $140,146 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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