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Food Safety Fellows
Biologist, GS-401-11
Announcement Number: FP-06-05

Position Opening Date: Aug 1, 2005

Position Closing Date: Open until filled.

Area of Consideration: All Qualified Individuals

Description of Duties
The incumbent will perform scientific duties related to food safety/defense and public health, to include writing protocols and the design, collection, management, analysis, and interpretation of data. The work completed will contribute to the effectiveness of agency programs, and will be used to aid the Agency in taking a more proactive approach to public health safety/defense and policy.

Qualification Requirements
  • Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in biological sciences, biotechnology, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or other allied sciences such as animal physiology, genetics, zoology and microbiology.
  • Specialized knowledge or education in the field of biotechnology is required.
  • Note: Candidates must have received their doctoral degree within the last 3 years.

Promotion Potential
GS-13, future promotion depends on incumbent's demonstrated performance and ability to assume additional responsibility.

Location
USDA, Food Safety and Inspection Service
Office of Food Defense and Emergency Response
Scientific and Technical Support Staff or Emergency Preparedness Staff
Washington, DC

Contacts
Application and Human Resources Information:
Patricia Garrett, Human Resources Specialist
(202) 720-6617

Food Safety Fellows Information:
Michelle Catlin, Senior Scientist, Scientific and Technical Support Staff
(202) 690-6438

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.


Last Modified: February 21, 2008

 

 

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