Physical Scientist/Geologist - ORD
Summary
This position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response, Groundwater Characterization and Remediation Division, Subsurface Remediation Branch.
About: The Office of Research and Development (ORD)
This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.
Duties
At the entry level of this position, you will:
- Assist in the execution and analysis of experiments as a member of one or more research teams within the larger framework of ORD research projects.
- Assist in modifying, validating and applying methods to assess experimental endpoints.
- Provide information and advice on laboratory procedures and operations.
- Assist in implementing and adhering to Laboratory, Health and Safety and Quality Assurance and other system requirements.
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.