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Duties

Independently performs tasks in specialized area of psychology and develops new methods/procedures in support of the activities of the program. Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge of the specialized area throughout the life of the project, and incorporates appropriate concepts and techniques into activities/experiments and tasks. Makes decisions as to the time and resources required to perform the tasks and establishes plans and schedules. Critically analyzes results of procedures to determine whether data generated is accurate and valid and compares results with previous related studies to verify data validity. Develops new methods for and collects, analyzes, organizes and records data appropriate for publication and future reference by others. Orients and trains professional staff and others on the methods and procedures used. Oversees the work of participating sites.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Position requires Education (please submit transcripts with your application)

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Psychologist, GS-0180 position, you must have successfully completed a 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major or equivalent in psychology. In addition, in order to qualify for a Psychologist, GS-0180 at the GS-12 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: serving as a psychologist and independently performing psychology research and tests; determining the time and resources required for a psychology project and establishing plans and schedules; critically analyzing results of procedures to determine accuracy of data; and discussing psychology projects with internal and external stakeholders. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12362649

Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Meghan Bailey
• Phone: 301-827-2958
• Email: [email protected]