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Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Conduct work in critical materials and bioenergy research, including research associated with microbiology, including laboratory-based study and manipulation of microorganisms to create pathways for the synthesis of chemicals and fuels or recovery of materials. Identify and respond to research opportunities with technical proposals, and secure funding to conduct the research. Plan and prepare experimental designs and apply a wide range of skills to accomplish those tasks. Conduct laboratory research and/or development activities to prove new principles and concepts with the collection, assimilation, and interpretation of laboratory data. Contribute data and input for the preparation of reports, peer-reviewed publications, proposals, and/or generation of intellectual properties. Develop and maintain currency in a wide range of techniques and instrumentation capabilities determined with technology advancement in a relevant field, and with current literature. Serve as a technical resource to others in microbiology. May mentor junior-level scientists and interns. May represent the Department and Idaho National Laboratory in program reviews, technical symposia, and other interface situations.

Required:

Level:

2: Master's degree in microbiology or a related discipline and 0 years of experience.

Level:

3: Master's degree in microbiology or a related discipline and 2 years of experience. Relevant experience determined with the level, which may include laboratory experience obtained in college and some experience obtained through employment.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Advanced degree in microbiology or a related discipline. Three or more years of laboratory experience obtained in college, including a graduate program, with some experience obtained through employment.

Job Information:

The pay range for this position is: Level #2 ($ 79,344 - $162,732 ) / Level #3 ($95,256 - $195,288 ) . At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

Multi-Level:

This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate laboratory tools (often repetitively), and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. About Us Benefits and Relocation Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions) Paid time off (personal leave) Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions) Comprehensive Relocation Package Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification. At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas. INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov .

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration. 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