Special Agent: Physical Sciences for National Security

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seeks individuals with strong analytical thinking to join as special agents, defending national security and investigating cyber threats, violent crime, and fraud. Your science background will inform data interpretation, field investigations, and evidence-based conclusions.

As an FBI special agent, you will plan and conduct investigations, build partnerships with federal and local agencies, and maintain peak physical readiness to perform duties.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher (preferably in physical sciences or a related field such as biology, chemistry, or physics) from a U.S. accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
• Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in physical sciences

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation seeks individuals with strong analytical thinking to join as special agents, defending national security and investigating cyber threats, violent crime, and fraud. Your science background will inform data interpretation, field investigations, and evidence-based conclusions.

As an FBI special agent, you will plan and conduct investigations, build partnerships with federal and local agencies, and maintain peak physical readiness to perform duties.