JOB SUMMARY: What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 4 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service. Salary: $49,025 (Step 01) to $77,955 (Step 10); NOTE: First time hires to the Federal Government are typically hired at the Step 01. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Biologist within the Columbia Environmental Research Center, some of your specific duties will include: Collecting chemical, physical, and biological data from experiments. Performing laboratory analysis of biological samples to determine characteristics supporting laboratory and field experiments. Performing laboratory and field analysis of water and other parameters supporting biological studies. Performing aquatic culturing of a wide range of aquatic invertebrates and fish for laboratory studies. Operating a government owned/leased vehicle as an incidental driver. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The field work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Laboratory work requires moderate physical ability and agility and dexterity to manipulate samples and operate equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an office, laboratory, and/or in the field. The office is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Temperature and weather extremes may be encountered in the performance of the outdoor work. Field and laboratory duties may require the use of special protective gear. The incumbent is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow workers, or property with which entrusted. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.