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Biological Scientist
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
- Department: Department of Agriculture
- Location: Ames, Iowa
- Salary: $75284 – $97875/yr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 2
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Security Clearance: Not Required
- Date Posted: 2026-09-25
- Application Deadline: 2026-10-01
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Job Summary
The incumbent serves as a Biological Scientist in the Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB), Policy, Evaluation, and Licensing (PEL). The incumbent has responsibility for testing and evaluating proposed and licensed biologics for agents assigned by the Section Chief that are intended for prevention, treatment, or diagnosis of animal disease.
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. The duties may include, but are not limited to:
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 $75284 – $97875/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-01.
How many openings are available?
There are 2 openings for this position.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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