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Biological Scientist
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
- Department: Department of Agriculture
- Location: Location Negotiable After Selection
- Salary: $89508 – $137128/yr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 5
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Security Clearance: Secret
- Date Posted: 2026-09-11
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-17
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Job Summary
The incumbent serves as a Biological Scientist for the Division of Agricultural Select Agents and Toxins (DASAT). DASAT regulates the possession, use, and transfer of biological select agents and toxins (BSAT) that have the potential to pose a severe threat to animal or plant health, or animal or plant products.
Key Responsibilities
The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
Requirements & Education
Please see above for education qualification requirement information.
Contact
MRP.Application.Help@usda.gov · 612-336-3227
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department of Agriculture.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $89508 – $137128/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-17.
How many openings are available?
There are 5 openings for this position.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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