Biological Science Technician

2 weeks ago

Gaithersburg, United States US National Institute of Standards and Technology Full time

**Duties**:
Performs independent planning, troubleshooting, and method development in the technical support of reference materials and biological research that is critical for the functioning and priorities of the Applied Genetics groups' forensic and clinical activities. Independently designs sequencing and molecular biology experiments to characterize and evaluate data for the analysis of genomic DNA. Assesses, procures, and implements new emerging methods and instrumentation related to the quantification and sequencing of genomic DNA. Coordinates the training of new staff with lab methods and protocols as well as training existing staff with new methods and instrumentation. Consistently and independently maintains the laboratory workspace in compliance with NIST safety policy and advises group
- and division-level management on needed updates and improvements. Understands and implements the guidelines and polices of the NIST Quality System required to produce reference materials.

**Requirements**:
**Conditions of Employment**:

- U.S. citizenship
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
- Suitable for Federal employment
- Merit applicants must meet time-in-grade/band requirements, as applicable
- Bargaining Unit Position: No

**Qualifications**:
- The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook.
- If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

**Additional information**:
This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS). The APMS is a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Find out more about the APMS here
- Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions.
- You **MUST** select at least **ONE ELIGIBILITY** in order to be considered for this position.
- All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible in order to make qualification or eligibility determinations.
- A probationary period may be required.

NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as:

- Telework
- Flexible work schedules
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Family-friendly leave
- Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families
- Child and elder-care resources
- On-site childcare center
- Lactation spaces
- Wellness programs
- Fitness center
- Employee assistance programs
- Benefits

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**How You Will Be Evaluated**:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documents to assess your qualifications for this position. Please be sure that your resume and supporting documents include detailed information to support your qualifications for this position. Failure to provide sufficient and/or legible evidence in your resume or supporting documents may result in a "not qualified" determination. You **MUST** also selected at least **ONE eligibility** (i.e., how you wish to be considered) in order to receive consideration for this position.

**RATING**:
Applications will be assessed on the following competencies:

- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Awareness
- Technical Competence
- Technology Application

**REFERRAL**
**CTAP or ICTAP eligibility**:
If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be determined eligible and rated as well-qualified to receive special selection priority. "Well Qualified" means that in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective placement factor(s), if applicable, you must receive a score of 85 or higher. Please review the following site regarding required documents to support CTAP or ICTAP eligibility and additional information regarding this authority - CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility
- Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are

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