Scientist

Chemistry & Chemical Engineering Division

GS-07F-6087P

QUALIFICATIONS:  The scientist must have completed a four-year college degree from an accredited university in an scientific discipline. Professional scientific registration is considered equivalent. In this initial assignment, the individual must exercise judgment, diligence, and attention to detail and demonstrate an aptitude for carrying out responsible technical assignments.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs routine engineering or scientific investigations assigned by more experienced researchers or management, normally as part of a project team, requiring an application of standard theories, techniques, procedures, and concepts in carrying out a sequence of related tasks. Contributes ideas for improving project work processes. Provides suggestions for promoting new projects and solicits opportunities to contribute to proposals and interact with clients. Searches literature, conducts surveys ad experiments, collects, analyzes, interprets, and reports results. Develops preliminary findings for review by a more experienced researcher or a manager. Prepares written reports of work for presentation to clients. Assist in the preparation, presentation, and follow-up of research proposals. Provides work instruction to technical support staff. Demonstrates proficiency in writing and verbal presentation skills and in the mastery of computer software and hardware common to the technical field or specialization. Obtains necessary certifications. Becomes an effective and productive team member knowledgeable of the project team approach to contract research business. Develops professional contacts both within and outside the Institute in order to help develop collaborative research efforts and maintain professional awareness. Establishes and maintains professional society contacts.

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