Research AST, Biological Studies (Direct Hire)

About this role

In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. NASA utilizes OPM-approved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA's unique aerospace work.

The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement. To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level: Leading independent, multidisciplinary research in biological sciences, including investigations of biological responses to environmental stressors, and applying advanced biological methods to address complex scientific challenges; Leading the design, execution, and scientific evaluation of biological investigations, including developing research objectives, experimental protocols, instrumentation requirements, controls, sample collection and preservation strategies, as well as integrating and interpreting complex biological datasets; Serving as a scientific authority in biological sciences, including leading multidisciplinary teams and partnerships; translating research findings into actionable recommendations for stakeholders and organizational priorities; and communicating results to the scientific community.

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process.