NIH Student Trainees (Bio Science Lab Tech) perform duties in one of the Institutes or Centers in the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIH Student Trainees receive on-the-job training while pursuing their educational degree. Assignments are aimed at developing the employee's skills and knowledge to progressively perform more difficult duties.
As an NIH Student Trainee (Biological Science Laboratory Technician) you will:
Perform a variety of standard and non-standard tests, examinations, and procedures in support of one or more higher-level technicians/scientists
Perform delicate manipulative work using specially designed tubes, glassware, and equipment
Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment which may include routine preparation and production of reagents, antigens, buffers, vaccines, and/or other biological material
Prepare and maintain detailed and precise records of experiments
Record instrument readings and/or takes measurements
Assist with compilation, justification, and refinement of resulting data
Conduct literature searches of identified topics relevant to the research being done
Position is subject to a background investigation.
Must be at least 16 years old by closing date.
Must be a U.S. citizen prior to conversion to a career-conditional appt.
Must meet education requirements (see Qualifications section below)
Must have obtained and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service. If under the age of 18, registration is required prior to your 18th birthday.
Applicants must be 16 years of age by the closing date.
Qualifications
To qualify for the GS-1: You must be enrolled in a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) program.
To qualify for the GS-2: You must have completed the requirements for a high school diploma or GED.
To qualify for the GS-3: You must have completed at least one (1) full year of post high school education.
To qualify for the GS-4: You must have completed at least two (2) full academic years of post high school study or an associate's degree.
Special Provisions for Student Trainees with Previous Related Education or Experience: Previous education and/or experience may be evaluated to determine the highest grade level for which the individual is qualified.
Education
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer. If you are enrolled for the Spring 2017 semester and do not have a transcript, please provide an acceptance or enrollment letter with your application (e.g. a graduating high school student that is enrolled for a Bachelor's degree program for Fall 2017 must provide proof of acceptance). Applicants who have completed their education outside the United States must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization. Additionally, the student must provide a copy of the evaluation at the time of application.
Superior Academic Achievement: When claiming SAA, the applicant must provide supplementary evidence to verify SAA (e.g. transcripts).
To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis in an accredited educational institution. These institutions include (but are not limited to):
High School
College (including 4-year colleges/universities, community college, and junior college)
Professional, Technical, Vocational, and Trade School
Advanced Degree Program
Certificate Program
Other qualifying educational institutions
A note about certificate programs: Certificate programs are defined as post-secondary education in a qualifying educational institute and must be equivalent to at least one academic year of full-time study. The certificate program must also be a part of an accredited college-level, technical, vocational, trade, or business school curriculum.
You must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. We do not round. GPA is based on current enrollment.
Additional information
This announcement accepts applicants during the open period: March 27, 2017 - March 31, 2017; however, there will be a 50 applicant cut-off. This announcement will close at 11:59PM EST on the day the 50th application is received. Early submission of your application is highly encouraged.
This position is a temporary NIH Internship position with a not-to-exceed (NTE) date of September 30, 2017. Managers will have the option to extend these appointments on a case-by-case basis.
NIH Interns must work 640 hours prior to graduation in order to be eligible to convert. NIH Interns and their supervisors must sign a Pathways Participant Agreement which outlines expectations for the internship prior to entrance on duty. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 of higher on a 4.0 scale is required throughout the duration of the program.
This announcement can be used to fill a variety of scientific support positions such as: Biological Science Technician (0404), Health Specialist (0601), Public Health Analyst (0685), and Health Technician (0640). Non-competitive conversion may be made to either a one-grade or two-grade interval position, depending on the agency's needs. An individual participating in the Internship Program who otherwise meets the Program requirements for conversion (i.e., work hours, satisfactory performance, educational requirements, training completed, etc.) may be converted to a position that has an established career ladder. For a description of the positions listed above, please visit: http://www.jobs.nih.gov/globalrecruitment/.
While conversion is not guaranteed, Student Trainees, with U.S. citizenship, may be converted to a career-conditional appointment (permanent, or to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of all program requirements specified by the Pathways Participant Agreement.
Students graduating in May or June 2017 and are not enrolled for a new degree-seeking program after graduation will be rated ineligible for this position.
We are unable to pay relocation expenses.
Applicants under 18 years of age will require a work permit prior to appointment.
The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hire and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
The NIH maintains a tobacco-free work environment and campus.
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.
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.
Applications will be evaluated against the basic qualifications. Veterans' Preference does apply. If you are a veteran, please refer to the following links for additional information and required documents: http://www.jobs.nih.gov/veterans/faqs.htm#preference.
We will review your application package to ensure that you meet the job requirements. Your application package must support your answers to the assessment questionnaire. If your answers cannot be verified, your rating will be changed to an appropriate level. If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, to verify your preference claim and receive preference you MUST submit supporting documents with your application package. These documents may include, but are not limited to: DD-214 (which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter and/or Activation/Deactivation orders. Qualified applicants will be placed in one of four groupings:
Preference eligible having a compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more (CPS and CP)Other 10-point preference eligible (XP)5-point preference eligible (TP)Non-preference eligible
Selections must be made in preference order. All individuals in the highest preference group must be selected before making selections from the next lower preference eligible group. All preference eligibles must be selected before making selections from the non-preference eligible group.
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.
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.
The following information is needed for a complete application:
1. Resume via USAJOBS.
2. Responses to online questionnaire.
3. Unofficial Transcripts or Enrollment Verification
If you are claiming veterans' preference, a copy of your DD-214, member 4, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within the last 120 days. Veterans claiming 10-point preference must submit a SF-15 and all documents indicated on the form as proof of the type of preference. To ensure your information is secure, please block out any Social Security numbers (SSNs). Clean copies may be requested if you are hired.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. You must provide a complete online ApplicationPackage which includes:
1. Your Resume (Please provide sufficient details in your resume to enable us to determine if you meet the requirement for qualifying experience (as stated in the Qualifications section) and to support your answers to the online questionnaire. Providing insufficient details in your resume may result in a lower or ineligible rating.)
Your unofficial Transcript or Enrollment Verification to demonstrate current enrollment in a degree seeking program, attending at least half-time, and hold a current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
National Institutes of Health
2115 E Jefferson St
Bethesda, MD 20892
Next steps
Within 15 business days of the closing date, Monday, March 27, 2017, you may check your status online at USAJOBS. We will update your status after each key stage in the application process has been completed.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following information is needed for a complete application:
1. Resume via USAJOBS.
2. Responses to online questionnaire.
3. Unofficial Transcripts or Enrollment Verification
If you are claiming veterans' preference, a copy of your DD-214, member 4, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within the last 120 days. Veterans claiming 10-point preference must submit a SF-15 and all documents indicated on the form as proof of the type of preference. To ensure your information is secure, please block out any Social Security numbers (SSNs). Clean copies may be requested if you are hired.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. You must provide a complete online ApplicationPackage which includes:
1. Your Resume (Please provide sufficient details in your resume to enable us to determine if you meet the requirement for qualifying experience (as stated in the Qualifications section) and to support your answers to the online questionnaire. Providing insufficient details in your resume may result in a lower or ineligible rating.)
Your unofficial Transcript or Enrollment Verification to demonstrate current enrollment in a degree seeking program, attending at least half-time, and hold a current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
National Institutes of Health
2115 E Jefferson St
Bethesda, MD 20892
Next steps
Within 15 business days of the closing date, Monday, March 27, 2017, you may check your status online at USAJOBS. We will update your status after each key stage in the application process has been completed.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
