Life Scientist/Physical Scientist - R10
This position is in Region 10, Laboratory Services & Applied Science Division, Environmental Characterization Branch. About Region 10: Region 10 Website
This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis. Partial work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized.
Duties
At the entry level of this position, you will:
- Review Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) and Conduct Quality System Reviews (QSR) and Technical System Audits (TSA) for the Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Programs.
- Provide Technical Guidance, Training and Consultation on All Aspects of EPA Quality Assurance (QA) Requirements.
- Provide air monitoring related technical assistance and advice on the operation of state, local and tribal agencies' ambient air monitoring networks and programs within EPA Region 10 including data analysis, analytical methods, sampling techniques, special studies, and impacts of pollutants, etc.
You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.
When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.