JOB SUMMARY: What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? The government-wide direct hire authority for Biologist/0401 is being used to fill this position. This is a term appointment not to exceed 13 months with possible extensions up to a total of 10 years without further competition. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the Federal service. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Biologist within the Columbia Environmental Research Center, some of your specific duties will include: Conceive, develop, and successfully conduct research relevant to aquatic ecotoxicology, with emphasis on fish physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, life history, or behavior. Develop research plans that support USGS research priorities and enhance USGS capabilities in ecotoxicology research. Use laboratory, field, bioinformatic, and/or modeling research methods to address research questions. Develop new methods as needed to address novel research and analytical opportunities. Collect, manage, statistically analyze, visualize, and interpret biological datasets from research activities. Write work plans, study plans, and proposals in the research area; write proposals for outside funding. Prepare data releases to make research data publicly available. Lead and be part of interdisciplinary research teams with multiple techniques and research approaches to address collaborative research questions. Foster collaborative opportunities and relationships that support the mission of the Center and USGS. Publish research in peer-reviewed national and international journals and present findings to scientific, administrative, and lay audiences. Follow all USGS policies related to safety, quality management, and fundamental science practices. Provide technical assistance to DOI agencies and other Federal, State, and stakeholder communities, as appropriate. Operating a government owned/leased vehicle as an incidental driver. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work requires some physical exertion such as walking over wet, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; and bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. The work requires moderate physical ability and average agility and dexterity. 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.