Sunday, September 26, 2010

Job Alert


Department Of Health And Human Services
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Job Title: Microbiologist


Salary Range: $32,722 - $64,450 per year
Series & Grade: GS-403-5/7/9
Position Information: Full-Time Career/Career-Conditional
Duty Location: Multiple vacancies – Atlanta, GA., Southeast Regional Laboratory
Open Period: Friday, September 20, 2010 – Monday, October 18, 2010


These positions are being filled through the use of Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP) Appointments

Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of American everywhere. Join HHS and help to make our work healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.

• Do you want to make a difference in improving the quality of people's lives?
• Are you interested in learning and working in state-of-the-art scientific techniques for food and drug safety?
• Join the FDA team and be on the cutting edge of protecting our nation’s food and drug supply.

Transcript(s) are required.

For GS-403 Microbiologist positions, you must possess one of the following:

A. 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
B. 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.
(The above constitutes the minimum qualification for this job.)

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Resume and transcript(s).
• May be required to work nights and/or weekends and/or holidays.
• Travel required: Some


MAJOR DUTIES:
As a Microbiologist, at the full performance level incumbent will:
• Perform scientific analyses and tests on a broad range of official samples submitted to the field laboratory.
• Prepare scientific reports identifying the sample and stating the methods and procedures used, any modifications of the methods including validation of data and the results.
• Select and make minor adaptations to procedures and accepted practices and handle unexpected conditions arising in the normal course of the work.
• Participate in inspections with an experienced investigator to assist, observe, and evaluate manufacturing processes, practices, and conditions.
• Performing scientific tests and analyses on a broad range of official samples submitted to the laboratory;
• Preparing scientific reports related to sample analyses; and
• Assisting in facility inspections
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Desired Knowledge:

Please address the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) in your resume:
• Knowledge of basic scientific principles and practices
• Ability to perform basic analyses of scientific data
• Skill in oral and written communication

Benefits:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees:
Federal Employee Health Plan
Federal Employee Government Life Insurance
Thrift Savings Plan



How To Apply:
Send a copy of your resume, KSAs, and transcripts to the following:

Steven Simpson
Director of Microbiology
60 8th Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: 404-253-1179
Email: steven.simpson@fda.hhs.gov

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