Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist - R9
Summary
This position is in Region 9, Lab Services & Applied Science, Quality Assurance Branch. About Region 9: Website.
This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).
*EPA offers work-from-home and work schedule flexibilities as described in the Benefits section.
Duties
You will:
- Provide expert guidance and reviews of quality assurance documents and the development and validation of new or modified environmental models.
- Perform audits and technical reviews of monitoring programs and laboratories.
- Provide training and information on all aspects of data quality and lead technical assistance efforts in review of sampling and analytical methods and data review.
When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.
One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.