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HHS Careers is Hiring a Supervisory Microbiologist Near Montgomery, MD
SummaryThis position serves as the Chief for the BioRisk Management Branch, and coordinates the biosafety (safe handling) and biocontainment for infectious agents at various NIH sites having high and maximum containment laboratories.
Preferred candidates will have certification by the American Board of Medical Microbiology/American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology, or election to Fellowship in the American Academy of Microbiology and experience with safety oversight for BSL3 and BSL4 facilities.
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Duties
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/12434306
EducationThis 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 .
Additional Information
A complete list of Select Agents and Toxins can be found at http://www.selectagents.gov/SelectAgentsandToxinsList.html.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) , you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.
Preferred candidates will have certification by the American Board of Medical Microbiology/American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology, or election to Fellowship in the American Academy of Microbiology and experience with safety oversight for BSL3 and BSL4 facilities.
Learn more about this agency
Duties
- Supervisory responsibility for leading, planning, developing and implementing all phases of work in the NIH BioRisk Management Branch across the NIH’s multiple campuses having high and maximum containment laboratories
- Develop and implement NIH's policy and programs addressing biorisk management.
- Supports and advises various senior level NIH committees on all matters relating to biorisk management.
- Conducts independent applied research in the areas of decontamination and sterilization or other research areas as dictated by national need.
- Provides expert guidance and assistance in emergency situations such spills, fires, or explosions with regard to biological hazards.
- 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.
- Requires long periods of standing and bending when completing facility/lab surveys and risk assessments.
- Must be able to clear a Tier 5 background investigation and to hold a Top Secret security clearance.
- Required to participate and meet all requirements of the NIH Biological Surety Program. Annual behavioral health assessments are included in the NIH BSP.
- Must obtain a positive FBI Security Risk Assessment (SRA) in compliance with 7 CPR Part 333; 9 CPR Part 121; and 42 CFR Part 73.
- Requires use of PPE including respiratory protection and enrollment into the Animal Exposure Program.
- Requires entry into animal facilities.
- Requires access to BSL 3, BSL 4, and associated animal facilities and/or labs. Vaccinations and other medical surveillance will be recommended/ required based on agent.
- completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in microbiology;
- completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in biology, chemistry, or basic medical science. At least 20 semester hours need to be in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms and at least 20 semester hours need to be in the physical and mathematical sciences (combination of course work in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent).
- a combination of experience and education which includes courses comparable to a major in microbiology, or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in B above, AND have appropriate experience or additional education which demonstrates similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the duties of this position.
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/12434306
EducationThis 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 .
Additional Information
- This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
- A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
- This position has a position requirement of completing a one-year supervisory trial/probationary period.
- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be tested for illegal drug use; and during employment you will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug testing. Employment is contingent on a negative drug test result.
- If selected, you will 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. This information is required annually. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/fd.
- This position may be assigned to work with, handle, receive, or store materials designated as Select Agents and Toxins by the Federal Select Agent Program, and is subject to the terms of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Biological Surety Program (BSP).
- The NIH BSP requires successful completion of the following:
- A Bioterrorism Security Risk Assessment: https://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/bioterrorism-security-risk-assessment-form
- Initial and annual medical qualification assessments held by the NIH Occupational Medical Services.
- Initial and annual behavioral health screenings, including qualification assessments held by the NIH Behavioral Health Screening Official.
- A deemed export review per 15CFR 734.8(c).
- An annual Collective Foreign Threats Screening.
- Initial and recurrent safety and biological safety training provided on the job.
- This is a Tier 5 Special Sensitive/High Risk position and a Top Secret security clearance is required.
A complete list of Select Agents and Toxins can be found at http://www.selectagents.gov/SelectAgentsandToxinsList.html.
- PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
- We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions.
- The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program ( E-Verify ). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
- The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
- Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.
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How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
- Factor 1. Skill in planning and managing a biosafety program for a biomedical research organization.
- Factor 2. Ability to interact with individuals, groups, and organizations to coordinate and advise on biosafety programs and activities.
- Factor 3. Skill in planning and conducting research studies and investigations on biosafety issues.
- Factor 4 Knowledge of biosafety and biocontainment regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
- Factor 5. Ability to provide supervision and direction to other staff.
- Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteria
- Well Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteria
- Qualified - for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirements
To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) , you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$60k-80k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/27/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/21/2024
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