Summary

This detail opportunity is the temporary assignment of an employee to a different position or set of duties for a specified period when the employee is expected to return to his/her regular duties at the end of the assignment.

A temporary promotion may be available.

Contractors are not eligible to apply.

Duration of Detail: 120 days

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to Current Competitive Career or Career-Conditional employees and Commissioned Corps Officers of CDC/ATSDR only.

Contractors are not eligible to apply.

Duties

As Health Scientist, you will:

• Advise Division of Environmental Health Science and Practice (DEHSP) scientists on scientific research quality, integrity and ethical standard.
• Review and clear document, project, research protocol, and publication.
• Review and clear projects for both scientific merit and regulatory compliance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Institutional Review Board (IRB).
• Collaborate with leadership and scientists across the organization and other Centers to coordinate science, strategies, and processes related to Moving Forward and research of common interest to DEHSP mission.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Background Investigation may be required.
• Travel, transportation, and moving expenses will be paid: No
• Current Bargaining Unit status will be maintained.
• Drug Screening Required: No
• Research position: No
• Supervisory position: No
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
• Public Trust/Moderate Background Investigation (5) may or may not be required. Yes
• Medical Requirements: No
• Work locations (i.e., BSL-3 laboratory): No
• Language requirements (i.e., bilingual): No
• In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 15, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. This position may require a Drug Test and be subject to Random Drug Testing. The position may require the submission of a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative test result.

Qualifications

Desired Qualification Requirements/Experience:

• Scientific principles, concepts, methods, and techniques to analyze, evaluate data.
• Knowledge of a diverse range of scientific standards, policies, regulations, administrative laws, rules, and precedents applicable to the administration of public health programs.
• Knowledge of the principles in protecting human research subjects; familiarity or experience with common human subjects' protections issues such as informed consent, privacy, subject selection, and health equity.

Applicants must currently occupy a full-time Career or Career Conditional competitive service position within CDC/ATSDR or an Excepted Service position under the Schedule A, Schedule B, or Veterans Recruitment Appointment Authority within the CDC/ATSDR or Commissioned Corps equivalent, unless otherwise specified in the Announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

Additional information

This announcement is intended for applicants in the 0601 series at the GS-13 and GS-14 grade level and Commissioned Corps equivalent.

Additional selections may be made within the same geographical location CDC/ATSDR-wide.

If you are unable to apply online, please contact the CDC Helpdesk by phone (770) 488-1725 or email HRCS@CDC.GOV. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.

• Benefits
  
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  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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applications will be reviewed. Interviews will be conducted at the discretion of the Hiring Manager/Supervisor of the position.

• 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  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.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  1. Résumé - Your résumé showing name, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (month/year) of employment and duties performed, pay plan, series and grade (i.e., GS-0301-9).Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:
  
  • Classified or government sensitive information
  • Social Security Number (SSN)
  • Photos of yourself
  • Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  • Encrypted and digitally signed documents
  
  2. SF 50 (Current Federal Employee):
  
  
  • SF-50(s) (Notification of Personnel Action/equivalent) which reflect the following:
    
    • Current grade and service status (SF-50 block 34 "position occupied" reflects "1" or "2" and block 24 "tenure" reflects "1" or "2".)
    • Highest grade held on a permanent basis
    • If you currently hold or previously held a General Schedule (GS) or equivalent position within the last 12 months and are applying for a position advertised at a higher grade level, you MUST submit a SF-50 that shows you have held the next lower GS grade level or equivalent for at least one year:
    • • SF-50s that have an effective date within the past year may not clearly show you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement
      • Within-Grade/Rate-Increase (WGI/WRI) SF-50s OR SF-50s that have an effective date outside the past year demonstrate you meet the time-in-grade requirements
    • Note: You may need to submit multiple SF-50s to support your eligibility unless all the above requirements are met on one SF-50. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed, you may be found ineligible for the position.
  
  3. Current Federal Employee: Most recent performance appraisal (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record signed by a supervisor or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. You may also list any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume or separate document.
  
  4. Transcripts (if required) - You may submit an unofficial transcript with your application package. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected for the position.
  
  5. PHS Officers (if applicable) - If interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps, you may apply through this announcement. Candidates will be referred as Commissioned Corps personnel and not as candidates for conversion to a permanent career or career-conditional appointment. You must submit USPHS/Commissioned Corps Billet.
  
  6. Written concurrence from supervisor - Supervisory approval is required in advance of resume submission for consideration.
  
  Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
  
  It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
  
  For Résumé and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/20/2024 of this announcement to receive consideration.
  
  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  
  If you are unable to apply online:
  
  • Contact the OHR Service Desk.
  
  Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  
  
  CDC HELPDESK
  
  Phone
  
  (770) 488-1725
  
  Email
  
  HRCS@CDC.GOV
  
  Address
  
  NCEH-DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND PRACTICE-OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
  
  1600 Clifton Road, N.E.
  
  Atlanta, GA 30333
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  The program offices (losing and gaining), in coordination with HRO, will notify the selectee and negotiate the effective date of the detail between the losing and gaining CIOs. HRO will process the paperwork based upon the terms of the Statement of Understanding.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Résumé - Your résumé showing name, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (month/year) of employment and duties performed, pay plan, series and grade (i.e., GS-0301-9).Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume:

• Classified or government sensitive information
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Photos of yourself
• Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
• Encrypted and digitally signed documents

2. SF 50 (Current Federal Employee):

• SF-50(s) (Notification of Personnel Action/equivalent) which reflect the following:
  
  • Current grade and service status (SF-50 block 34 "position occupied" reflects "1" or "2" and block 24 "tenure" reflects "1" or "2".)
  • Highest grade held on a permanent basis
  • If you currently hold or previously held a General Schedule (GS) or equivalent position within the last 12 months and are applying for a position advertised at a higher grade level, you MUST submit a SF-50 that shows you have held the next lower GS grade level or equivalent for at least one year:
  • • SF-50s that have an effective date within the past year may not clearly show you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement
    • Within-Grade/Rate-Increase (WGI/WRI) SF-50s OR SF-50s that have an effective date outside the past year demonstrate you meet the time-in-grade requirements
  • Note: You may need to submit multiple SF-50s to support your eligibility unless all the above requirements are met on one SF-50. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed, you may be found ineligible for the position.

3. Current Federal Employee: Most recent performance appraisal (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record signed by a supervisor or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. You may also list any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume or separate document.

4. Transcripts (if required) - You may submit an unofficial transcript with your application package. An official transcript from an accredited educational institution is required if you are selected for the position.

5. PHS Officers (if applicable) - If interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps, you may apply through this announcement. Candidates will be referred as Commissioned Corps personnel and not as candidates for conversion to a permanent career or career-conditional appointment. You must submit USPHS/Commissioned Corps Billet.

6. Written concurrence from supervisor - Supervisory approval is required in advance of resume submission for consideration.

Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.

It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

For Résumé and Application Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/20/2024 of this announcement to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
• Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

If you are unable to apply online:

• Contact the OHR Service Desk.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online. Applying online, through your USAJOBS account, will expedite the application process and allow you to check your application. If you utilize the Alternate Application method, your USAJOBS account will not display this application or status updates related to this application.

Agency contact information



CDC HELPDESK

Phone

(770) 488-1725

Email

HRCS@CDC.GOV

Address

NCEH-DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND PRACTICE-OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR

1600 Clifton Road, N.E.

Atlanta, GA 30333

US

Next steps

The program offices (losing and gaining), in coordination with HRO, will notify the selectee and negotiate the effective date of the detail between the losing and gaining CIOs. HRO will process the paperwork based upon the terms of the Statement of Understanding.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Criminal history inquiries
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request