Toxicologist

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry • Atlanta, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. This announcement will close at 11:59 PM, on the day that 75 applications have been received or the closing date of the announcement, whichever comes first. As a(n) Toxicologist, you will oversee the development and continuous refinement of ATSDR's toxicological content for emergency response, ensuring rapid, science-based toxicology support during chemical incidents, hazmat releases, and other acute exposure events. You will lead the integration of toxicological data, exposure science, and modeling tools to produce timely, actionable temporary exposure guidelines for responders, decision-makers, and affected communities during chemical emergencies. You will also advance modernization of toxicological methods, tools, and workflows-including data integration, systematic evidence mapping, and technology-supported profile development-to increase efficiency, scientific quality, and responsiveness to emerging chemical hazards. This is a CSRA Supervisor position with 20% supervisory duties. Candidates must also have demonstrated or shown the potential to develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applicants should describe any previous experience or responsibilities which could be used in relation to the supervisory requirements of this position.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service - http://www.sss.gov
• Suitable for federal employment
• Meet time in grade restrictions by the closing date of the announcement
• Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• All information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.
• Documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.
• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date.
• Financial disclosure statement may be required.
• Probationary (or trial) period may be required.
• Degree: toxicology; or an appropriate discipline of the biological, medical, or veterinary sciences that included at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, biochemistry, or physiology, and 12 semester hours in toxicology.
• One year specialized experience to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following: Providing toxicological and scientific leadership and technical guidance; evaluating staff performance and fostering workforce development. Overseeing complex scientific evaluations related to environmental contamination exposures, including establishing priorities and setting milestones. Developing, maintaining, and strengthening scientific and programmatic collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates must also have demonstrated or shown the potential to develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants should describe any previous experience or responsibilities which could be used in relation to the supervisory requirements of this position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and continuous refinement of ATSDR's toxicological content for emergency response, ensuring rapid, science-based toxicology support during chemical incidents, hazmat releases, and other acute exposure events.
• Lead the integration of toxicological data, exposure science, and modeling tools to produce timely, actionable temporary exposure guidelines for responders, decision-makers, and affected communities during chemical emergencies.
• Advance modernization of toxicological methods, tools, and workflows-including data integration, systematic evidence mapping, and technology-supported profile development-to increase efficiency, scientific quality, and responsiveness to emerging chemical hazards.
• Providing toxicological and scientific leadership and technical guidance.
• Evaluating staff performance and fostering workforce development.
• Overseeing complex scientific evaluations related to environmental contamination exposures, including establishing priorities and setting milestones.
• Developing, maintaining, and strengthening scientific and programmatic collaborations with internal and external stakeholders.

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 designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

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