Summary This position is located with the Pacific West Area (PWA), Western Regional Research Center (WRRC), Produce Safety & Microbiology Research Unit (PSMRU) in Albany, CA and will provide research support This position is designated as a bargaining unit position and is represented by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE). ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR DECEMBER 31, 2024 Responsibilities The incumbent will support research efforts related to the following objectives: (1) the generation of novel molecular tools and methodologies for the construction of immunoassays (2) immunoassay development and optimization (3) the evaluation of immunoassay performance in laboratory and field settings in California and other States. Support efforts to characterize and deploy immunoassays for surveillance of disease-causing agents. Construct test kits, network, collect samples, perform tests and write research results for scientific publication and communications. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This position requires a Ph.D in Biological Science or a related field of study that has equipped the applicant with the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of biochemistry, antibodies and their application in immunoassays for the detection of antigenic targets is desirable. Applicants must also meet basic Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standard's requirements of the scientific discipline necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR GS-0401 Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Education This position has a positive education requirement. You must submit a copy of your academic transcripts OR a list of college courses with credit hours, dates completed, and grades received to verify education when applying for this position. If this information is not provided, your education may not be appropriately evaluated and you may lose consideration for this position. If you are selected for this position, you will have to provide an official copy of your transcripts prior to entering on duty. Application materials will not be returned. Additional Information Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized. Final determination to pay an incentive will be made by the hiring official at time of job offer. This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.