Physical Science Technician
SummaryThe Physical Science Tech is responsible for supporting the operations of the Tropospheric Emissions:
Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) project.
This includes supporting observational command development in Linux, testing and validating observing commands and writing and maintaining documents in support of the TEMPO project.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 08/10/2023 to 10/10/2023 Salary $52,527 - $68,285 per year Pay scale & grade IS 07 Help Location1 vacancy in the following location Cambridge, MA 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-Telework is allowed according to the SAO telework policy and supervisor approval; SAO policy is currently 3 days/week on-site; this policy is subject to change.
Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Temporary - Temporary Not to Exceed two years with a possibility of extension for another year.
Work schedule Full-time - This is a Trust position.
This is not a Federal position Service Competitive Promotion potential 07 Job family (Series) 1311 Physical Science Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Announcement number 23-114 Control number 742714200HelpThis job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agencyThis position is open to all qualified candidates who are US citizens or Perm Residents.
HelpDutiesDuties may include but are not limited to Support TEMPO observations by generating, testing and validating observing commands.
Perform observation planning with the Science Data Processing Center (SDPC) and participates in observation planning meetings.
Develop, verify, and validate instrument command loads.
Monitor instrument health and safety, including instrument long term trending and performance monitoring.
Monitors data for quality, recognizing problems and taking immediate corrective action.
Work with the science team for special instrument activities and calibration operations.
Assist scientists in verification of the processed data, generate reports, analyze problems and communicate solutions to the team.
Compose IOC and SDPC operational documentation.
HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment Pre- and post-appointment background investigation required.
May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
Direct Deposit/Elect Funds Transfer required for salary payment.
For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on the web at http:
//www.
opm.
gov/qualifications.
/>Qualifications One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service that is in or related to the duties of this position.
Specialized experience may include work in the fields of astronomy, physics, geophysics, chemistry, hydrology, health physics, engineering, electronics, geology, oceanography, and metallurgy if it equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position.
Experience as a laboratory mechanic or in a trade or craft may be credited as general or specialized experience when the work was performed in close association with physical scientists or other technical personnel and provided intensive knowledge of appropriate scientific principles, methods, techniques, and precedents.
OR Applicants may substitute successful completion of 1 year of appropriate graduate level education (18 semester hours, 27 quarter hours or the equivalent) in physical science or other field of study directly related to the work of this position for the required 1 year of specialized experience, provided it demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of this position.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information For the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements and its impact on your application, click on Smithsonian Institution's Frequently Asked Questions.
Read more Benefits Help A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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For benefits information please see https:
//lweb.
cfa.
harvard.
edu/hr/benefits/ />Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated first for the basic qualifications described above.
The applications that meet the basic qualifications will be evaluated further against the following criteria:
Skill in Unix command system.
Knowledge of astronomical observing techniques and equipment.
Ability to communicates effectively with internal and external scientists, operations team, individual or groups, across all levels.
Ability to carry out duties with minimal supervision, seeking input and advice as appropriate.
Ability to read/write technical documentation.
Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Benefits Help A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
For benefits information please see https:
//lweb.
cfa.
harvard.
edu/hr/benefits/ />Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Your application package should include the following documents Detailed resume created in the USAJOBS Resume Builder.
Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify.
How to Apply Click on the Apply Online button on the upper right side of the page.
Please Note You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).
You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process; The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:
59 PM Eastern Time.
Agency contact information Joy Mathew Phone 617-496-8327 Fax 617-495-7263 Email email protected Address SMITHSONIAN Human Resources 60 Garden Street Cambridge, MA 02138 Mail Stop 17 Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions.
You may save this file as receipt of your application.
The Smithsonian receives many applications for each job.
Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks.
You may also check your application status by logging into www.
usajobs.
gov and selecting the tab My USAJOBS; e-mailing email protected ; or by contacting the Office of Human Resources Representative listed.
Additional Information The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses.
The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity For the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements and its impact on your application, click on Smithsonian Institution's Frequently Asked Questions.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Help Required Documents Your application package should include the following documents Detailed resume created in the USAJOBS Resume Builder.
Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify.
Help How to Apply Click on the Apply Online button on the upper right side of the page.
Please Note You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).
You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process; The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:
59 PM Eastern Time.
Read more Agency contact information Joy Mathew Phone 617-496-8327 Fax 617-495-7263 Email email protected Address SMITHSONIAN Human Resources 60 Garden Street Cambridge, MA 02138 Mail Stop 17 Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions.
You may save this file as receipt of your application.
The Smithsonian receives many applications for each job.
Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks.
You may also check your application status by logging into www.
usajobs.
gov and selecting the tab My USAJOBS; e-mailing email protected ; or by contacting the Office of Human Resources Representative listed.
Additional Information The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses.
The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity For the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements and its impact on your application, click on Smithsonian Institution's Frequently Asked Questions.
Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Print Share Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 08/10/2023 to 10/10/2023 Salary $52,527 - $68,285 per year Pay scale & grade IS 07 Location 1 vacancy in the following location Cambridge, MA 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-Telework is allowed according to the SAO telework policy and supervisor approval; SAO policy is currently 3 days/week on-site; this policy is subject to change.
Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Temporary - Temporary Not to Exceed two years with a possibility of extension for another year.
Work schedule Full-time - This is a Trust position.
This is not a Federal position Service Competitive Promotion potential 07 Job family (Series) 1311 Physical Science Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Announcement number 23-114 Control number 742714200 This job originated on www.
usajobs.
gov.
For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.
usajobs.
gov/job/742714200.
Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.
usajobs.
gov will be considered.
Recommended Skills Calibration Chemistry Communication Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa) Data Processing Electronics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) project.
This includes supporting observational command development in Linux, testing and validating observing commands and writing and maintaining documents in support of the TEMPO project.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 08/10/2023 to 10/10/2023 Salary $52,527 - $68,285 per year Pay scale & grade IS 07 Help Location1 vacancy in the following location Cambridge, MA 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-Telework is allowed according to the SAO telework policy and supervisor approval; SAO policy is currently 3 days/week on-site; this policy is subject to change.
Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Temporary - Temporary Not to Exceed two years with a possibility of extension for another year.
Work schedule Full-time - This is a Trust position.
This is not a Federal position Service Competitive Promotion potential 07 Job family (Series) 1311 Physical Science Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Announcement number 23-114 Control number 742714200HelpThis job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agencyThis position is open to all qualified candidates who are US citizens or Perm Residents.
HelpDutiesDuties may include but are not limited to Support TEMPO observations by generating, testing and validating observing commands.
Perform observation planning with the Science Data Processing Center (SDPC) and participates in observation planning meetings.
Develop, verify, and validate instrument command loads.
Monitor instrument health and safety, including instrument long term trending and performance monitoring.
Monitors data for quality, recognizing problems and taking immediate corrective action.
Work with the science team for special instrument activities and calibration operations.
Assist scientists in verification of the processed data, generate reports, analyze problems and communicate solutions to the team.
Compose IOC and SDPC operational documentation.
HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment Pre- and post-appointment background investigation required.
May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
Direct Deposit/Elect Funds Transfer required for salary payment.
For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on the web at http:
//www.
opm.
gov/qualifications.
/>Qualifications One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service that is in or related to the duties of this position.
Specialized experience may include work in the fields of astronomy, physics, geophysics, chemistry, hydrology, health physics, engineering, electronics, geology, oceanography, and metallurgy if it equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position.
Experience as a laboratory mechanic or in a trade or craft may be credited as general or specialized experience when the work was performed in close association with physical scientists or other technical personnel and provided intensive knowledge of appropriate scientific principles, methods, techniques, and precedents.
OR Applicants may substitute successful completion of 1 year of appropriate graduate level education (18 semester hours, 27 quarter hours or the equivalent) in physical science or other field of study directly related to the work of this position for the required 1 year of specialized experience, provided it demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of this position.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information For the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements and its impact on your application, click on Smithsonian Institution's Frequently Asked Questions.
Read more Benefits Help A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
For benefits information please see https:
//lweb.
cfa.
harvard.
edu/hr/benefits/ />Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated first for the basic qualifications described above.
The applications that meet the basic qualifications will be evaluated further against the following criteria:
Skill in Unix command system.
Knowledge of astronomical observing techniques and equipment.
Ability to communicates effectively with internal and external scientists, operations team, individual or groups, across all levels.
Ability to carry out duties with minimal supervision, seeking input and advice as appropriate.
Ability to read/write technical documentation.
Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Benefits Help A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
For benefits information please see https:
//lweb.
cfa.
harvard.
edu/hr/benefits/ />Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Your application package should include the following documents Detailed resume created in the USAJOBS Resume Builder.
Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify.
How to Apply Click on the Apply Online button on the upper right side of the page.
Please Note You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).
You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process; The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:
59 PM Eastern Time.
Agency contact information Joy Mathew Phone 617-496-8327 Fax 617-495-7263 Email email protected Address SMITHSONIAN Human Resources 60 Garden Street Cambridge, MA 02138 Mail Stop 17 Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions.
You may save this file as receipt of your application.
The Smithsonian receives many applications for each job.
Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks.
You may also check your application status by logging into www.
usajobs.
gov and selecting the tab My USAJOBS; e-mailing email protected ; or by contacting the Office of Human Resources Representative listed.
Additional Information The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses.
The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity For the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements and its impact on your application, click on Smithsonian Institution's Frequently Asked Questions.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Help Required Documents Your application package should include the following documents Detailed resume created in the USAJOBS Resume Builder.
Unofficial school transcripts, if the position has an education requirement or if you are using education to qualify.
Help How to Apply Click on the Apply Online button on the upper right side of the page.
Please Note You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you).
You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process; The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:
59 PM Eastern Time.
Read more Agency contact information Joy Mathew Phone 617-496-8327 Fax 617-495-7263 Email email protected Address SMITHSONIAN Human Resources 60 Garden Street Cambridge, MA 02138 Mail Stop 17 Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions.
You may save this file as receipt of your application.
The Smithsonian receives many applications for each job.
Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks.
You may also check your application status by logging into www.
usajobs.
gov and selecting the tab My USAJOBS; e-mailing email protected ; or by contacting the Office of Human Resources Representative listed.
Additional Information The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses.
The Smithsonian embraces diversity and equal employment opportunity For the latest information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements and its impact on your application, click on Smithsonian Institution's Frequently Asked Questions.
Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Print Share Help Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 08/10/2023 to 10/10/2023 Salary $52,527 - $68,285 per year Pay scale & grade IS 07 Location 1 vacancy in the following location Cambridge, MA 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-Telework is allowed according to the SAO telework policy and supervisor approval; SAO policy is currently 3 days/week on-site; this policy is subject to change.
Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Temporary - Temporary Not to Exceed two years with a possibility of extension for another year.
Work schedule Full-time - This is a Trust position.
This is not a Federal position Service Competitive Promotion potential 07 Job family (Series) 1311 Physical Science Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Announcement number 23-114 Control number 742714200 This job originated on www.
usajobs.
gov.
For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.
usajobs.
gov/job/742714200.
Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.
usajobs.
gov will be considered.
Recommended Skills Calibration Chemistry Communication Corrective And Preventive Action (Capa) Data Processing Electronics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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