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Summary If you are an exceptionally talented, knowledgeable, and motivated individual with experience in providing laboratory assistance to one or more senior investigators, performing various laboratory experiments in support of research programs, AND you want to play a significant role in a dynamic organization, then consider joining the NIH! Responsibilities Serves as Program Manager and responsible for leading operations of the NIH Quarantine Permit Service Office (QPSO). Serves as the Alternate Responsible Official (ARO) for the Select Agent Program and ensures compliance with Federal Select Agent Program requirements. Ensures that NIH research staff are aware of federal requirements for import and export of etiological agents and vectors of human disease and animals or products from endangered or threatened species. Serves as a subject matter expert for dealing with the use, handling, and storage of microbiological materials to include pathogenic bacteria, toxins, viruses, and recombinant DNA components. Performs periodic and unscheduled inspections of registered laboratories and biological toxins facilities and operations and evaluates compliance with applicable regulations. Evaluates and process requests from investigators to obtain appropriate federal permits and licenses. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENT: In order to qualify for a Biologist, GS-0401 position, you must have completed the requirements for a bachelor's (or graduate) degree in a biological science, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to this position, from an accredited college or university. OR You must have a combination of experience and education which includes courses comparable to a major in a biological science, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry or related disciplines appropriate to this position, AND appropriate experience or additional education which demonstrates similarly appropriate skills or abilities needed to perform the duties of this position. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, in order to qualify for a Biologist position at the GS-13 level, you must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: independently developing, planning, and implementing research; analyzing and interpreting data from laboratory experiments; preparing scientific reports, analytical interpretations, conclusions, or recommendations, typically for publication; using a variety of laboratory instruments to perform analyses; or developing new protocols and procedures to use in conducting studies. 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. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12914080 Education This 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 able to telework or request leave. If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases. At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: [telework, alternative work schedules]. 4 year degree preferred. Experience with Safety oversight for BSL3 and BSL4 facilities preferred. A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should also apply online to this announcement in order to receive consideration. 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. NIH may repay certain outstanding Federally insured student loans to facilitate the recruitment and retention of highly qualified people. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations. A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active-duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining their annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee's entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Biological Surety Program (BSP) requires successful completion of the following: o A Bioterrorism Security Risk Assessment: https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/terrorism/bioterrorism-risk-assessment-group o Initial and annual medical qualification assessments held by the NIH Occupational Medical Services o Initial and annual behavioral health screenings, including qualification assessments held by the NIH Behavioral Health Screening Official o A deemed export review per 15 CFR 734.8(c) o An annual Collective Foreign Threats Screening o Initial and recurrent safety and biological safety training provided on the job o This is a Tier 3 noncritical sensitive National Security position and an Access National Agency Check Inquiry (ANACI), background investigation is required o For more information about NIH BSP please visit https://osp.od.nih.gov/policies/biosafety-and-biosecurity-policy/ o A complete list of Select Agents and Toxins can be found at http://www.selectagents.gov/SelectAgentsandToxinsList.html