Physical Scientist (EPSCoR Program Manager)

US Department of Energy Headquarters; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Basic Energy Sciences (BES) program at the U.S. Department of Energy Headquarters is recruiting for individuals who can lead multi-disciplinary physical science research aimed at advancing energy technologies.

The role requires a strong track record in directing complex projects and evaluating proposals with a focus on feasibility and impact. Qualified candidates must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-14 level, and must meet the basic requirements outlined for

Qualifications

• Specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 in Federal service.
• Experience directing multi-disciplinary physical science research aligned with organizational priorities.
• Ability to evaluate proposals, diagnose feasibility, and resolve technical issues.
• Acting as technical authority in national/international forums and interagency committees.

Responsibilities

• Direct multi-disciplinary physical science research to meet organizational goals.
• Evaluate research proposals and ongoing projects for feasibility and issues.
• Represent the organization in science forums and collaborations to foster partnerships.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Proposal evaluation

Technical representation

Job description

The Basic Energy Sciences (BES) program supports fundamental research to understand, predict, and ultimately control matter and energy at the electronic, atomic, and molecular levels, generating knowledge that can lay the foundations for new energy technologies and to advance DOE missions in energy, environment, and national security.

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

1. Directing multi-disciplinary physical science research to address organizational priorities and long-term scientific goals.
2. Evaluating physical science research proposals and ongoing scientific projects to assess technical feasibility, and resolve operational or technical issues.
3. Serving as a technical authority representing an organization in national or international scientific forums, interagency committees, or collaborative networks to foster scientific partnerships.

"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.