- Position Title
- Health Scientist
- Agency
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Announcement Number
- HHS-CDC-D4-23-11661790 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, October 3, 2022 to Friday, March 31, 2023
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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:
• 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.
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,
• 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.
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 agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• 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.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. (USAJOBS Help Center-ICTAP)
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.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. (USAJOBS Help Center-ICTAP)
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.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
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2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Would you accept a term appointment?
4.
Are you a Current or Former Political Appointee?
Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political Excepted Service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from the Federal Service.
You must submit your SF-50 reflecting appointment as a Current or Former Political Appointee.
Agencies must seek prior approval from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political Excepted Service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from the Federal Service.
You must submit your SF-50 reflecting appointment as a Current or Former Political Appointee.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Health Scientist position with the Federal government.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your experience and/or education which meets the Basic Qualification Requirements for Health Scientist, GS-601-13/14.
2.
From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your highest level of experience and meets the Additional Qualification Requirements for Health Scientist, GS-0601-13.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Coordinate, manage, or direct multidisciplinary teams in the conduct of scientific studies.
4.
Develop and use key performance indicators and quality assurance systems to monitor and improve the implementation of scientific studies in resource-limited settings globally.
5.
Evaluate and improve research protocols and operating procedures by applying expert technical knowledge.
6.
Conduct analyses on data from scientific studies or program evaluations.
7.
Provide technical assistance to international health and development agencies and ministries of health to develop, implement, and evaluate disease prevention and/or treatment programs.
8.
Write explicit research protocols, standard operating procedures, technical manuals, guidance documents, or collaborative agreements. Required
9.
Adjust communication style to accommodate coworkers or colleagues from another culture.
10.
Communicate scientific findings or ideas orally where the subject of the communication related to public health science.
11.
Represent the organization at professional meetings and conferences on epidemiology, program, research or policy issues related to public health.
12.
Write scientific manuscripts, position papers, press releases, summaries, or briefs on findings or topical matters for internal and external dissemination.
13.
Edit material written by others to ensure it is appropriately targeted to a variety of audiences, including the general public.
14.
Publish scientific literature outcomes of comprehensive reviews, research studies, or program evaluations.
15.
From the descriptions below, select the one which best describes your highest level of experience and meets the Additional Qualification Requirements for Health Scientist, GS-0601-14.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Implement and complete scientific studies using innovative methodologies and technologies.
17.
Develop and use key performance indicators and quality assurance systems to monitor and improve the implementation of scientific studies in resource-limited settings globally.
18.
Conceive and develop scientific research protocols and standard operating procedures.
19.
Develop, use, or evaluate innovative disease prevention and/or treatment as part of scientific studies.
20.
Conduct comprehensive scientific literature reviews to recommend improvements in procedures or policies on disease treatment and/or treatment.
21.
Serve as a technical expert on disease prevention and/or treatment.
22.
Establish working relationships with ministries of health, non-governmental organizations, and international health and development agencies on public health activities.
23.
Provide scientific consultative services to difficult problems or projects that have unusually demanding scientific problems or issues.
24.
Communicate technical and non-technical information to persons with diverse backgrounds and knowledge.
25.
Write explicit research protocols, standard operating procedures, technical manuals, guidance documents, or collaborative agreements.
26.
Disseminate scientific and programmatic information by briefing media and other public officials.
27.
Write programming criteria or specifications for public health programs.
28.
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.