Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist

Environmental Protection Agency • Full-time • Gulfport, Mississippi • $89.51k - $116.36k / year • 5d ago

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Open: June 8, 2026 — Closes: June 15, 2026

Summary

This position is in Region 4, Gulf of America Division, Science Integration and Analysis Branch. About Region 4: Region 4 This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to the duty station stated in this announcement on a regular basis.

Major Duties

You will: Project management for Gulf of America Division Grants. Analyze water quality and habitat samples/data. Prepare Quality Assurance Plans. Advise management and leadership on water quality and habitat issues with the Gulf of America. When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. You will spend 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.