In order to qualify for the Biologist position which falls under the 0401 occupational Series, you must meet the following requirements by 11:59 pm EST on 07/08/2025:
Basic Qualification Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0400/general-natural-resources-management-and-biological-sciences-series-0401/
Have a degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
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Have a combination of education and experience in courses equivalent to a major, as shown in above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
NOTE: Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications.
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IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED ABOVE, APPLICANTS MUST ALSO MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS. IF USING EDUCATION IN COMBINATION, TRANSCRIPT WILL BE REQUIRED.
Have a bachelor's degree and have 3 years of comparable experience in the scientific review of submissions related to food additives, color additives, generally recognized as safe (GRAS) substances, food contact substances, or food derives from new plant varieties and foods derived through innovative technologies.
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Have a master's degree and have 2 years of comparable experience in the scientific review of submissions related to food additives, color additives, generally recognized as safe (GRAS) substances, food contact substances, or food derives from new plant varieties and foods derived through innovative technologies.
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Have a Doctorate and/or J.D. degree and have 1 years of comparable experience in the scientific review of submissions related to food additives, color additives, generally recognized as safe (GRAS) substances, food contact substances, or food derives from new plant varieties and foods derived through innovative technologies.
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Have a MD, DO, DDS, DPM, or DVM degree.
NOTE: Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications.