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Position Title
Research Food Tech / Research Chemist
Agency
Agricultural Research Service
Announcement Number
ARS-S22PA-11518794-JMH Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, June 9, 2022 to Monday, August 15, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Your responses to the questions below will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Your resume and application materials must support the level of experience and/or education you claim in this questionnaire. If, after a complete review of your application package, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible for this position. (limit characters)
1. This position requires applicants to meet a Basic Education Requirement (Food Technology Series, 1382) in addition to at least one year of specialized experience in order to be found minimally qualified. Please select the description below that best describes your education experience. Your transcript(s) must support the response you selected. (limit characters)
2. This position requires applicants to meet a Basic Education Requirement (Chemistry Series, 1320) in addition to at least one year of specialized experience in order to be found minimally qualified. Please select the description below that best describes your education experience. Your transcript(s) must support the response you selected.
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3. From the choices below, please select the response that best describes how your experience meets the minimum qualification requirements for this position at the GS-12 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select or you will be rated as not qualified. (limit characters)
4. From the choices below, please select the response that best describes how your experience meets the minimum qualification requirements for this position at the GS-13 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select or you will be rated as not qualified.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Plan, conduct, and direct quality evaluations on new varieties of oat or other crops, and industry and research samples to determine their projected end-use quality and functionality. (limit characters)
6. Keep abreast of current scientific advancement in relevant fields and new techniques.
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7. Observe all safety rules and regulations pertinent to the mill and laboratories.
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8. I have evaluated, compiled, and statistically analyzed all the data of quality traits including the following: (select all that apply)
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
9. Participate in meetings conferences, seminars and workshops in order to present information.
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10. I have maintained cooperative efforts with the following groups (select all that apply):
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
11. Investigate the inherent and external physical and chemical factors which affect and are basic to oat or other grain nutritional, processing, and end-use quality. (limit characters)
12. I have participated in modifying existing or developing new oat or other grain quality evaluation procedures to: (select all that apply)
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
13. Participate in the communication of research results following appropriate protocols and guidelines.
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14. Conduct literature searches pertinent to research areas.
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15. Evaluate and interpret both visual and numerical data.
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16. I have performed the following cooperative work (select all that apply):
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
17. Document activities and research results sufficient for inclusion of those data in published scientific journals. (limit characters)
18. Coordinate work assignments of the laboratory personnel.
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19. Maintain a relational database of all oat quality data.
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20. Supervise lower level staff.
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21. Direct the daily experimental and research activities.
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22. I have used the following analytical technology (select all that apply): (limit characters)
23. I have used the following computer systems (Select all that apply):
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24. I have used the following programs (select all that apply):
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25. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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