- Position Title
- Physical Scientist
- Agency
- Geological Survey
- Announcement Number
- USGS-EKD-22-11375847-DE-EKG Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 8, 2022 to Thursday, April 21, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
Please mark "YES" to all eligibility options below for which you wish to be considered. We can only verify eligibility options for which you claim and provide proper documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section of the announcement for specific requirements.
2.
Are you a recent graduate who meets the eligibility requirements described below for a Pathways Recent Graduate appointment?
3.
When did you obtain your latest degree or certificate (provide month/year in the space below)?
(limit 100 characters)
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Please select the responses to the questions below that best describes your experience as it relates to this position.
1.
Basic Requirements for GS-1301: Choose the one answer that best describes your education and experience as it pertains to the mandatory basic requirements for Physical Scientists.
2.
GS-07: In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements, you must have professional experience, graduate education, or a combination of professional experience and graduate education. Select the one response that best describes your education and/or experience.
3.
GS-09: In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements, you must have professional experience, graduate education, or a combination of professional experience and graduate education. Select the one response below that best describes your education and/or experience.
4.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of research in earth sciences and related fields, including a broad understanding of modern research and laboratories methods.
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Utilize knowledge of procedures used in the preparation and analysis of geologic samples for organic and inorganic constituents. GS-9 only
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Utilize knowledge of the principles and theories of chemistry and the earth sciences, with an emphasis on mineralogy and geochemistry.
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Apply technical knowledge and practical understanding of the procedures involved in the laboratory handling of samples submitted for radiocarbon analysis, particle size analysis, x-ray diffraction, or organic biomarker or stable isotope analysis. GS-9 only
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Participate in an ongoing program of field experiments and measurements.
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Apply statistical quality assurance/quality control techniques to evaluate analytical data and sample preparation steps.
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Perform quality checks and maintain data quality records.
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Apply knowledge of the principles of good laboratory practices to data collection and management.
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Keep accurate laboratory records describing procedures and results.
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Effectively organize, maintain, and modify computerized scientific records.
14.
Apply graphics and visualization methods to display and analyze complex datasets.
15.
Work as a member of a team involved in an effort to obtain, analyze, apply, and disseminate reliable technical and scientific information.
16.
Perform basic descriptive statistical analysis of data.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
17.
I certify, to the best of my knowledge that all the information in my application is true, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education. I understand that providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also certify that I have read the entire vacancy announcement; that I have reviewed my answers to the eligibility questions for accuracy; and that I understand what supporting documentation, if any, is required for submission and when it's due.