Biologist

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention • Atlanta, GA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Department of Health and Human Services, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The Biologist plans, directs, and coordinates biological research on complex influenza immunology, pathogenesis, transmission, and risk assessment issues; designs and oversees research that advances national public health priorities; and leads biosafety, biosecurity, and laboratory compliance programs. The role includes ensuring adherence to Federal Select Agent Program requirements, overseeing personnel training and competency, and maintaining laboratory safety, security, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must meet federal suitability requirements and successfully complete a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Must complete a pre-employment drug test; the position is subject to random, reasonable-suspicion, and post-accident drug testing.
• Must meet the basic education requirement: a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or a related discipline appropriate to the position; or equivalent coursework plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service, including directing and overseeing biological research on complex and evolving influenza scientific issues; planning, developing, and executing influenza research initiatives advancing national public health priorities, including pandemic preparedness and emergency response; and ensuring biosafety, biosecurity, and Federal Select Agent Program compliance, including personnel training, laboratory safety, and regulatory oversight.
• Applicants must document experience with specific duties, exact employment dates, and hours worked per week when applicable.
• Foreign education used to meet qualifications must be evaluated and deemed equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or receive full credit at a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
• A financial disclosure statement may be required, and a probationary or trial period may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate biological research addressing complex influenza immunology, pathogenesis, transmission, and risk assessment issues.
• Design and oversee research that advances national public health priorities.
• Lead biosafety, biosecurity, and laboratory compliance programs.
• Ensure adherence to Federal Select Agent Program requirements.
• Oversee personnel training and competency.
• Maintain laboratory safety, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Plan, develop, and execute influenza research initiatives that advance national public health priorities, including pandemic preparedness and emergency response activities.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and are available through the hiring agency.
• Incentives may be authorized, subject to funding and other factors; possible incentives include moving expenses, recruitment or relocation incentives, student loan repayment, superior qualifications appointment, and creditable service for annual leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior