Special Agent: STEM-Physical Sciences Expert

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

Job summary

The FBI invites candidates with a STEM background to transition into a special agent role in the United States. The position emphasizes critical thinking, quick adaptation, and collaboration with elite professionals tackling national security threats.

With specialized training and real-world investigative experience, you’ll grow your biotechnology and laboratory analysis skills while contributing to cyber, terrorism, fraud, and threat prevention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in physical sciences or related field from a U.S. accredited college.
• All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

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.

Skills

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical sciences

Job description

The FBI invites candidates with a STEM background to transition into a special agent role in the United States. The position emphasizes critical thinking, quick adaptation, and collaboration with elite professionals tackling national security threats.

With specialized training and real-world investigative experience, you’ll grow your biotechnology and laboratory analysis skills while contributing to cyber, terrorism, fraud, and threat prevention.