Biological Lab Technician for Plant Health Response

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS); Edinburg (TX); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

USDA APHIS seeks a Biological Science Laboratory Technician at Moore Air Base in Edinburg, TX to support New World Screwworm response activities. This federal position is part of the Health and Safety Occupations at MAB and will involve lab work, data collection, and reporting.

The position starts 11/10/2026 with a salary range of $50,460 to $65,599 per year. APHIS notes this role may require in-person interviews in the McAllen, TX area; apply through the APHIS careers site.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience (GS-6) in biology, entomology, agriculture, or related fields, or 18 semester hours of graduate education in biology or related disciplines.
• Experience with plant protection principles and laboratory techniques; data collection, quality control, and reporting.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and work effectively with team members.

Responsabilités

• Prepares study plans for scientific experiments and attends to technical/administrative concerns.
• Acts independently within established parameters and performs the full range of tests and procedures in the lab.
• Conducts tests and analyses of studies and evaluations of data on plant pests detected domestically or at ports of entry.
• Collects and manages data, evaluates and analyzes data related to risk, diagnosis, mitigation, and quarantine status.
• Prepares and submits comprehensive written reports describing test procedures and results within specified timeframes.

Description du poste

USDA APHIS seeks a Biological Science Laboratory Technician at Moore Air Base in Edinburg, TX to support New World Screwworm response activities. This federal position is part of the Health and Safety Occupations at MAB and will involve lab work, data collection, and reporting.

The position starts 11/10/2026 with a salary range of $50,460 to $65,599 per year. APHIS notes this role may require in-person interviews in the McAllen, TX area; apply through the APHIS careers site.