Physical Scientist

US Department of Energy Headquarters; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Energy Portsmouth Paducah Project Office seeks a Physical Scientist to provide expert advisory support and strategic leadership for DOE science and engineering initiatives.

You will develop and implement technical guidance for complex systems, projects, and programs to address mission-critical challenges. The role requires addressing specialized experience in planning, risk mitigation, and advising senior leadership, with a focus on complex project management and technical

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24 semester hours in physical science/engineering.
• Combination of education and experience acceptable if it includes the required coursework and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an expert advisor, providing strategic leadership for DOE scientific and engineering initiatives.
• Develop and implement technical guidance for complex systems, projects, and programs.
• Advise senior leaders and manage planning for major science and engineering programs.

Skills

Project management

Technical analysis

Technical reporting

Education

BS in Physical Science/Engineering/Math

Job description

This position is part of the Office of Environmental Management - Portsmouth Paducah Project Office, Department of Energy. As a Physical Scientist, you will serve as an expert advisor providing strategic leadership for major Department of Energy (DOE) scientific and engineering initiatives. You will also develop and implement technical guidance for complex systems, projects, and programs to resolve novel, mission-critical management and operational challenges.

BASIC REQUIREMENT:

A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.

OR

B. 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.

In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, you must also meet the Specialized Experience Requirements below:

GS-13 - 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 (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:

1. Managing complex engineering or science projects from planning through completion.
2. Conducting technical analysis to solve difficult scientific or engineering problems.
3. Preparing technical reports, project documents, budgets, or recommendations for managers and senior leaders.

GS-14 - 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 (GS-12) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:

1. Planning and leading major science and engineering programs.
2. Evaluating complex technology risks and performance to build risk-mitigation plans and drive long-term strategic goals.
3. Advising senior leadership on resolving complex scientific and engineering issues.

There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.

“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.