Space Biology Scientist Direct Hire (GS-11-14)

US Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

US Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston seeks candidates for positions advertised at GS-11/12/13/14. Qualified applicants must meet the basic education requirements and have specialized experience or graduate education as described in the vacancy announcement.

The roles involve independent technical work, guidance to studies, and leadership in high-impact missions. The announcement notes the variety of organizations at JSC and emphasizes the need for strong analytical and reporting skills,

Qualifications

• Specialized experience required at GS-09 level for GS-11 eligibility.
• Ph.D. or 3 full graduate academic years or equivalent combination permitted.
• Independent scientific or technical work and policy-shaping recommendations expected at higher grades.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert scientific or technical guidance across projects.
• Develop or improve methods, models, or study designs.
• Prepare findings for regulatory compliance, mission planning or project support.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical judgment

Report writing

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Earth and Planetary Science

Engineering Physics

Space Science

Job description

US Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston seeks candidates for positions advertised at GS-11/12/13/14. Qualified applicants must meet the basic education requirements and have specialized experience or graduate education as described in the vacancy announcement.

The roles involve independent technical work, guidance to studies, and leadership in high-impact missions. The announcement notes the variety of organizations at JSC and emphasizes the need for strong analytical and reporting skills,