Physical Scientist

US Department of Energy Headquarters; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Energy Headquarters is seeking a Program Manager within the Office of Science - ECMP to advise leadership on the scientific focus and research program direction, considering emerging needs and opportunities for research programs, advances, and DOE mission areas.

The role requires meeting Basic and Specialized Experience for the GS-15 level, with specific criteria for managing research programs, evaluating proposals, and budgeting for initiatives.

Qualifications

• Requires Basic Requirement and Specialized Experience as described.
• GS-15 requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14.
• Specialized experience must include program management, evaluation of proposals, and budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on scientific focus and research program direction.

Skills

Program management

Budget formulation

Proposal evaluation

Job description

This position is part of the Office of Science - Headquarters, Department of Energy. As the BES Experimental Condensed Matter Physics (ECMP) Program Manager, you will advise leadership on the scientific focus and research program direction, considering emerging research needs and opportunities for the research program, scientific and technological advances, and the DOE mission areas.

You must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below. See the Education section for the Basic Requirement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.

GS-15: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-14). Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:

1. Managing or directing scientific research programs, projects, or portfolios within the physical sciences (such as physics, materials science, or chemistry); AND
2. Evaluating scientific proposals, research progress, or peer-review results to recommend funding or resource allocations; AND
3. Formulating and monitoring program budgets, spend plans, or resource allocations for scientific research initiatives.

NOTE: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for the GS-15 levels.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.