Veterinary Biologics Scientist: Microbiology & Genomics

US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in Ames, IA seeks a Biological Scientist to test and evaluate proposed and licensed biologics for animal disease prevention, treatment, or diagnosis. The incumbent will perform microbiology techniques, DNA/RNA analyses, and maintain meticulous records while reporting findings to leadership.

Applicants must meet basic education requirements and demonstrate specialized experience or graduate-level education as defined for GS-11 level.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in microbiology techniques and lab testing.
• Experience with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, or related methods.
• Strong record keeping, data analysis, and reporting of findings.

Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate proposed and licensed biologics for animal disease prevention, treatment, or diagnosis.
• Analyze data from tests, summarize results, and report findings to the Section Chief.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

DNA/RNA extraction

Record keeping / data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences

Graduate study toward Ph.D. in biological sciences

Job description

US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in Ames, IA seeks a Biological Scientist to test and evaluate proposed and licensed biologics for animal disease prevention, treatment, or diagnosis. The incumbent will perform microbiology techniques, DNA/RNA analyses, and maintain meticulous records while reporting findings to leadership.

Applicants must meet basic education requirements and demonstrate specialized experience or graduate-level education as defined for GS-11 level.