Deadline: Mon, 10/30/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Office of Research and Development Job Field: Water and Soil Resources Job Type: Full Time Location: Georgia Location Detail: Athens, Georgia Job Description: You will: Conduct independent research water quality modeling and impact assessment in response to EPA's priorities. Lead a team of researchers. Serve as a senior scientist and technical authority. Manage extramural research projects related to in-house research support contract(s). When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position. Qualifications: In addition to the educational requirements, we are looking for at least one year of specialized experience related to this position as described below: To qualify for the Research GS-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as conducting research (i.e., formulating hypotheses, developing research plans, adapting existing methods/techniques) in developing, applying, and integrating watershed/in-stream hydrological, water quality models; and analyzing or communicating research results. - OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in the academic discipline as described below - OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as conducting independent research in developing, applying, and integrating watershed/in-stream hydrological, water quality models; managing technical progress of contracted research in the area of emphasis or communicating research results in peer-reviewed publications. Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: 1) Knowledge of water quality modeling; 2) Skill in interpreting scientific data; 3) Skill in written communication. 4) Ability to manage contracts including preparing procurement requests and monitoring technical performance; 5) Skill in oral communication. 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. Salary: $87,466 - $135,209 per year How to Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/756369000
