- Position Title
- Biological Science Technician
- Agency
- Agricultural Research Service
- Announcement Number
- ARS-S22PA-11706361-MLJ Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, January 19, 2023 to Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Your responses to the questions below will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications for this Biological Science Tech 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.
1.
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-07 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select, or you will be rated as not qualified.
2.
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-08 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select, or you will be rated as not qualified.
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-09 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select, or you will be rated as not qualified.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Maintains inventory of chemicals, prepares solutions and reagents for use in the laboratory, field, or greenhouse, and safely disposes of waste material (both chemical and biological).
5.
Collects, prepares, evaluates, and verifies samples and supporting records.
6.
Uses principles of biological science for the research being conducted.
7.
I have experience using principles of biological science for conducting research including: (Select all that apply)
8.
I have experience collecting, preparing, evaluating, and verifying samples including: (Select all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Keeps detailed records of experimental data.
10.
Plans and sequences the technical aspect of research.
11.
Adapts, modifies, or develops new techniques and/or procedures to satisfy the needs of the research project.
12.
Conducts searches for literature pertinent to area of research to identify new procedures or techniques to use in the laboratory, field, or greenhouse.
13.
Maintains records and locates and compiles data and other information from various sources.
14.
Assumes full technical and operational responsibility for specific phases of research. (GS-09)
15.
Provides input into the initial planning of experiments. (GS-09)
16.
Contributes to the planning of various steps in experiment and to interpretation and documentation of findings. (GS-09)
17.
Interprets and documents findings by preparing information to be included in manuscripts or preparing reports summarizing progress or results of research. (GS-09)
18.
Actively participates in one or more phases of the research process by performing a variety of complex technical duties, in a laboratory, field, or greenhouse environment which includes: (Select all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Performs a full range of techniques and studies using a variety of specialized equipment and techniques.
20.
Maintains, calibrates, and modifies complex specialized equipment and automated systems used for test and evaluation procedures.
21.
Tabulates, statistically analyzes, and summarizes data using personal computers and software packages.
22.
Initiates action to resolve or correct technical difficulties and results or recommends resolution to supervisor.
23.
I have used personal computers and software packages to perform the following tasks: (Select all that apply)
24.
I have used the following laboratory equipment to obtain, analyze, and summarize data samples: (Select all that apply)
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.