- Position Title
- Health Science Specialist
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-11403131-22-JDC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 28, 2022 to Wednesday, March 16, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a term appointment?
2.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Resume Reminder- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Veterans' Preference Documentation Reminder: In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
1.
BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Do you possess a bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position? This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (external link) at the time the degree was obtained. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
2.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Do you possess one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position? To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes: applying knowledge of the principles and practices of health services research; submitting and maintaining regulatory documents for varying clinical research study committees, including obtaining consent documents from study participants and managing follow-up activities; performing data collection; assisting with study specific training; and communicating orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
3.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Do you possess 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M, if related which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position? (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
4.
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Do you possess equivalent combinations of education and specialized experience (as described above) to meet the requirements at the GS-11? (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
5.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. Are you proficient in basic written and spoken English?
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
The following statements pertain to research.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Identify test results and trends requiring further analysis.
7.
Assist in the development of clinical research standard operating procedures and policies
including those ensuring the protection of human subjects.
including those ensuring the protection of human subjects.
8.
Prepare project and statistical reports for review process.
The following statements pertain to communication.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Respond to general inquiries from program participants, staff and other stakeholders.
10.
Provide information on study objectives and constraints.
11.
Oversee, screen and evaluate recruitment of candidates for clinical research studies via telephone and/or in person.
12.
Draft detailed and summary reports for presentation at meetings and conferences and for
publication in peer reviewed journals.
publication in peer reviewed journals.
The following statements pertain to compliance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Analyze processes and documentation to ensure compliance with all technical, regulatory
requirements and information safety regulations.
requirements and information safety regulations.
14.
Organize and maintain all study documents for management, data, record keeping and/or
compliance purposes.
compliance purposes.
15.
Review regular project status reports and statistical data to verify compliance with research reporting and administrative criteria.
The following statements pertain to managing and organizing information.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Record data from samples and specimens to ensure that all tracking data is organized and is monitored during the progress of the study.
17.
Maintain all study and regulatory records.
18.
Manage participant compensation, maintain compensation records and prepare invoices or electronic funds transfer for reimbursement of participants.
19.
Gather statistical and narrative data on project status, including resource utilization, statistical data on participation, adherence to protocols on matters such as participant education, control of data and other similar matters.
Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.