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University of California

Microbiologist

University of California, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Duties

The selectee will serve as a Microbiologist. Typical work assignments include:Reviewing a wide range of tobacco products to evaluate microbiological studies related to exposure and health determinations of product reports/applications.Conducting microbiology projects and studies in order to evaluate, identify, and resolve issues and problems.Recommending new and revised guidelines for regulated products.Preparing synopses of reviews of reports/applications with recommendations for revision, acceptance, or rejection, and providing specific supporting reasons for the reviewer's recommended disposition and any technical deficiencies requiring action by the sponsor.Interpreting scientific data and if needed, performing additional analysis of data and submitted information.Job Requirements

QualificationsThe position of Microbiologist falls under the 0403 occupational series. To qualify for this position at grade GS-11/12, you must meet requirements by 11:59 pm EST on 03/29/2024. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Basic Requirements AND Specialized Experience.Basic RequirementsA. Bachelor's Degree or higher in microbiology; or biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included at least 20 semester hours in microbiology and other subjects related to the study of microorganisms, and 20 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences combining coursework in organic chemistry or biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent.B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or basic medical science that included courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.Minimum Qualifications:GS-11:

You must have one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-9 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties:- Evaluating microbiological data to determine the need for additional information;- Reviewing scientific literature (i.e., journal articles) or study protocols or designs to assist in microbiological research; and- Compiling data to prepare presentations supporting recommendations on microbiology issues.(The contents of your resume MUST support your claim of specialized experience)GS-12:

Applicant must demonstrate one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties:- Interpreting microbiological data to determine the adequacy of data or test methods;- Providing scientific support in developing microbiology research projects to advise on regulatory determinations; and- Developing recommendations or conclusions to provide to scientists or other officials on scientific issues relevant to microbiology.(NOTE: The contents of your resume MUST support your claim of specialized experience.)

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