Physical Scientist, ZP-1301-V (GS-15 equivalent)
The individual selected for this position will plan, design, implement, and improve metrology training, proficiency testing, lab assessment, traceability, uncertainty analysis, and quality systems for the Laboratory Metrology Program of the NIST Office of Weights and Measures. Train instructors to deliver exceptional training using adult learning methods. Train and evaluate state metrology laboratories to ISO/IEC 17025:
2017 standards to prepare them for lab accreditation audits. Provide expert technical assistance and management guidance to metrologists and lab administrators on calibrations, lab design, operations, and problem-solving. Develop documentary standards for laboratory metrologists and weights and measures officials. Publish papers, analyses, reports, and procedure in support of state weights and measures programs. BASIC REQUIREMENT:
Degree:
physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to the basic requirements applicants must also have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 (ZP-IV at NIST) level. Specialized Experience is defined as experience in state metrology lab procedures for mass, volume, length, gravimetric, temperature, and pressure measurements; experience in teaching ISO/IEC 17025 concepts and assessing calibration laboratories; experience in designing courses and teaching adult learners in metrology subjects; experience in writing and reviewing documentary standards; experience in specification and evaluation of laboratory design for state metrology laboratories; experience in using and teaching statistical tools for evaluating measurement uncertainties and measurement assurance. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains Federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the OPM website located at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/ Applicants may request reconsideration of their qualifications determination within three business days from the date their applicant status was changed. Applicants should email the Agency Contact listed in this vacancy announcement with their written request listing the announcement number; explaining why the original determination was improper; what factors were not considered; and, should provide any other pertinent information that would enable reevaluation.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
2017 standards to prepare them for lab accreditation audits. Provide expert technical assistance and management guidance to metrologists and lab administrators on calibrations, lab design, operations, and problem-solving. Develop documentary standards for laboratory metrologists and weights and measures officials. Publish papers, analyses, reports, and procedure in support of state weights and measures programs. BASIC REQUIREMENT:
Degree:
physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to the basic requirements applicants must also have 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 (ZP-IV at NIST) level. Specialized Experience is defined as experience in state metrology lab procedures for mass, volume, length, gravimetric, temperature, and pressure measurements; experience in teaching ISO/IEC 17025 concepts and assessing calibration laboratories; experience in designing courses and teaching adult learners in metrology subjects; experience in writing and reviewing documentary standards; experience in specification and evaluation of laboratory design for state metrology laboratories; experience in using and teaching statistical tools for evaluating measurement uncertainties and measurement assurance. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains Federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the OPM website located at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/ Applicants may request reconsideration of their qualifications determination within three business days from the date their applicant status was changed. Applicants should email the Agency Contact listed in this vacancy announcement with their written request listing the announcement number; explaining why the original determination was improper; what factors were not considered; and, should provide any other pertinent information that would enable reevaluation.
- Department:
1301 General Physical Science - Salary Range:
$123,298 to $160,286 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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