Entomologist

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service; Ames (IA); Remote; USD 91,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in Ames, Iowa seeks an Entomologist at the National Veterinary Services Laboratories to definitively identify external parasites affecting all species of domestic animals and wildlife to support animal health programs.

This position is eligible for telework. Applications close on 2026-11-09, and the open role is under the Fed Transition hiring path within the Department of Agriculture.

Job description

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

As an Entomologist at the National Veterinary Services Laboratories you are responsible for definitively identifying a wide range of external parasites affecting all species of domestic animals and wildlife to support animal health programs.

Key Responsibilities

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

Requirements & Education

Please see above for education qualification requirement information.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department of Agriculture.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $90937 - $118221/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.