Biological Science Laboratory Technician

This position is located in the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Field Organization, Plains Area, Center for Grain & Animal Health Research located in Manhattan, KS. In this position, you will support biological research by performing laboratory and field procedures, preparing and analyzing samples, operating and maintaining scientific equipment, and documenting research results.

Operates and maintains equipment and automated systems used in tests.

Collects, prepares, and evaluates biological samples.

Prepares solutions, reagents, and chemical materials for laboratory and field work.

Handles environmental, plant, and animal materials according to safe practices.

Performs recurring, routine tests that support research objectives.

Keeps detailed, accurate records of experimental data.

You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period unless previous federal service is creditable. During this time your employment will be evaluated, and we may consider: your performance and conduct, the needs and interests of the agency, whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government, and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. T2 - Moderate: USDA-ARS scientists work on a wide range of agricultural issues. The agency's research aims to find practical solutions to agricultural problems, often translating scientific findings into tools and technologies that can be used by farmers, ranchers, and food producers. The National Farm Security Action Plan elevates American agriculture as a key element of our nation's national security. This position supports and/or assists the research that is being conducted by USDA-ARS scientists and is considered to be sensitive as the duties require protection of private, controlled unclassified, or proprietary information with a moderate impact degree.

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