What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Physical Scientist position at Agricultural Research Service?
Job Title: Research Scientist
Summary:
This position is located with the USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Pacific West Area, Northwest Irrigation & Soils Research Laboratory in Kimberly, ID.
The Research Scientist will lead an ongoing research program related to evaluating manure-based fertilizers on greenhouse gas emissions and soil health.
Responsibilities:
- Perform field work, including making gas measurements, soil and plant sampling, and processing samples.
- Maintain project database and ensure timely transfer of data to the main project database.
- Publish scientific papers and make presentations related to the project results.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in soil, plant, or environmental science with knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Basic Qualification Requirement GS-1301: Applicants must meet basic Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standard's requirements of the scientific discipline necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- GS-1301: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
Education:
A Ph.D. is required that was obtained within the last four years. You must submit a copy of your academic transcripts OR a list of college courses with credit hours, dates completed, and grades received to verify education when applying for this position.
This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
