The Department of Transportation is currently accepting applications for the position of Chemist across various locations, including Atlantic City, NJ, and Oklahoma City, OK. This role is critical in conducting research, analysis, and interpretation of substances, their compositions, molecular structures, and the transformations they undergo. The position offers a salary range of $47,813 to $155,403 per year, excluding locality pay, which will be determined based on the duty location of the selectee.
Department of Transportation Jobs: Chemist (Direct Hire) Vacancies: Complete Recruitment Details
Post Details
- Salary: $47,813 – $155,403 per year
- Pay Scale & Grade: FV G – K
- Appointment Type: Permanent
- Work Schedule: Full-time
- Promotion Potential: NA
- Travel Required: Occasional travel for training or other work-related duties
- Telework Eligible: Yes, as determined by the agency policy
- Security Clearance: Other
- Supervisory Status: No
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following educational requirements:
- A degree in physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by coursework in mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics.
- OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to the above.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this position.
Age Limit
The Department of Transportation does not specify an age limit for applicants. However, all applicants must meet the other qualifications and requirements for the position.
Important Dates
- Open & Closing Dates: 09/30/2023 to 09/30/2024
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online through the USAJOBS website. It is crucial to follow all instructions carefully and ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses. Applicants are required to submit a copy of their college or university transcripts and certificates by the closing date of the announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
Selection Process
The selection process may include an evaluation of the applicant’s experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position. Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed. The ‘Rule of Three’, Veterans Preference, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy.
This job announcement is a unique opportunity for chemists to contribute to the safety and efficiency of the nation’s transportation system. With a competitive salary, the possibility of telework, and the chance to make a significant impact, this role is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in the field of chemistry within a government setting.
[ Apply Here – https://www.usajobs.gov/Applicant/Application/ApplyStart/647248200 ]