Chemist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Who May Apply Job Opening : 57159 Open to ALL U.S. Citizens Opening Date: September 23, 2024 Closing Date: October 4, :59 pm (EST) Questions regarding this opening should be directed to . Job Summary Position: Chemist, GS-9/11 Division: Laboratory Division Unit: Explosives Unit Location: Huntsville, AL Working Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (flexible) Salary: GS-9 $62,358.00 - $81,065.00 GS-11 $75,448.00 - $98,079.00 Full Performance level: GS-12 Number of Positions Available: 1 Duration: Full Time/Permanent Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Key Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Must be able to pass a US Government HAZMAT physical exam
This position may be potentially exposed to situations or information that depicts violent acts, lewd images, or involves isolated working conditions.
As a condition of employment, DNA samples are required from all FBI personnel who interact with evidence or federal DNA database samples in Laboratory Division (LD) space or whose work requires them to enter LD examination areas where evidence or DNA database samples are processed or examined as part of the quality control process to detect sample/evidence contamination, in accordance with the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), 75 Federal Register(FR) 68932; 29 C.F.R. 1635.8(b)(6) ALL applicants must verify completion of the basic education requirement by submitting a copy of college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Mission Statement: The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States. Major Duties: Analyze evidence for the presence of explosives and/or explosive residues
Generate written case notes, interpret data, and compile results
Serve as a Chemist in an accredited forensic laboratory setting
Perform highly complex and unique analyses utilizing a wide range of analytical methods including sophisticated instrumentation in analytical chemistry
Apply established scientific and administrative techniques to provide accurate technical information
Participate in scientific engagements with domestic and international partners
With a Chemist-Forensic Examiner, deploy to explosives-related crime scenes upon request
Assist with Explosives Chemistry method development and validation activities
Perform instrument troubleshooting and maintenance
Prepare reference materials, standards, and instrument reagents Qualifications and Evaluations
Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied. All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies: Analytic Thinking Chemistry Communication
Flexibility/Adaptability Forensics
Organizing and Planning
Problem Solving/Judgement Positive Education Requirement
This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic educational requirement by submitting a copy of their college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Basic Requirements: A. Degree: physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by course work in mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics. OR B. Combination of education and experience course work equivalent to a major as shown in A above, including at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics, plus appropriate experience of additional education. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. Specialized Experience (SE): GS-9: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of chemistry in order to analyze complex materials.
Knowledge of laboratory case-working procedures, including quality control and safety procedures, to assure that examinations are conducted according to accepted protocols and that casework is properly coordinated with other responsible units.
Knowledge of the principles, theories, and operation of analytical chemistry instrumentation.
GS-11: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. SE (in addition to above) is defined as follows: Ability to provide laboratory case reports and respond to technical requests for information.
Knowledge of legal procedures and rules of evidence to handle evidence appropriately and provide effective testimony. Education All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows: GS-9: Applicant must have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. GS-11: Applicant must have a Ph.D. OR equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related. How to Apply For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply . If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. Required Documents To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates A complete assessment questionnaire Other supporting documents ( if applicable ): College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later Documents that were uploaded one or more years ago will need to be uploaded again. Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants are being asked to upload another copy (if applicable) to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. What to Expect Next Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. Additional Information Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations. The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation. Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete . click apply for full job details

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