Lead Biologist - Science Quality & Program Oversight

Geological Survey; United States; On-site; USD 148,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Geological Survey seeks a Supervisory Biologist/Physical Scientist (Bureau Science Quality Officer) to oversee science quality across USGS. This leadership role covers USGS-wide responsibility for science quality and program integrity.

The position requires coordinating interdisciplinary projects, shaping scientific and administrative policies, and guiding technical standards. Salary ranges from $147,945 to $197,200 per year, depending on locality, with a closing date of 10/23/2026 and

Qualifications

• Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science.
• Combination of education and experience: education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• For GS-15: Specialized Experience Requirement: at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 in the Federal service, including developing/coordinating interdisciplinary projects, influencing policies/standards/procedures, resolving complex problems, and acting as principal contact with other federal/state/local groups.

Responsibilities

• Developing and coordinating major interdisciplinary projects that may impact regional scientific objectives.
• Developing or directly influencing the scientific, administrative and technical policies, standards, procedures, and instructions necessary for the effective direction and operation of a multi-discipline scientific program.
• Resolving critical problems resulting from the unprecedented complexities of a multi-discipline scientific study.
• Serving as the principal contact with other Federal agencies, state and local government organizations, and other groups that may affect the success of a major interdisciplinary scientific program.

Education

1301 Basic Educational Requirement

0401 Basic Educational Requirement

Job description

The U.S. Geological Survey seeks a Supervisory Biologist/Physical Scientist (Bureau Science Quality Officer) to oversee science quality across USGS. This leadership role covers USGS-wide responsibility for science quality and program integrity.

The position requires coordinating interdisciplinary projects, shaping scientific and administrative policies, and guiding technical standards. Salary ranges from $147,945 to $197,200 per year, depending on locality, with a closing date of 10/23/2026 and