Data Scientist (Computational Genomics)

Responsibilities

• Act as a recognized expert in data science, genomic data integration and interoperability, operations research, and data management with analytics and visualization.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise bioinformatics research and analyses of genomic, transcriptomic, metagenomic, and Next Generation Sequencing datasets, among others.
• Apply advanced data science techniques and governance to data management, analytics, and visualization to inform projects.
• Provide informal and formal training in bioinformatics and genomics through workshops, carpentries, seminars, and short courses.
• Produce publicly accessible training videos demonstrating genomic analysis workflows.
• Leverage advanced programming skills and analytical approaches to analyze datasets consisting of qualitative, quantitative, structured, and unstructured data.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation.
• May be required to complete a probationary period.
• Maintain an active bank account for direct deposit/electronic transfer.
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Holidays
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Retirement Program

Open to

• The public
• U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the Agency

• This position is open to all U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

Overview

• Accepting applications
• Location: Washington, DC with few vacancies
• Telework eligible: Yes, ad hoc only
• Remote job: No
• Salary: USD 121,785 - 158,322 per year
• Pay scale & grade: GS-13; Promotion potential up to GS-13
• Work schedule: Full-time, permanent
• Travel: Occasional up to 25%
• Appointment type: Permanent - Federal
• Occupations and job series: 1560 Data Science Series
• Supervisory status: No
• Federal service type: Competitive Service
• Represented by a union: No
• Drug test: No
• Security clearance: Other
• Position sensitivity and risk: Non-sensitive / Low Risk
• Background check type: Credentialing
• Financial disclosure required: No
• Announcement number: 26R-JW-314317-DEU-NMNH
• Control number: 877856700

Required Documents

• Resume: Included with application or via USA Jobs resume builder; must list job title, qualifications, start/end dates, hours per week for each period; two-page limit; ensure all information is submitted.
• Proof of Veteran's Preference: DD214 (Member 4 Copy); for 10-point preference, complete SF-15 and provide additional documentation (VA letter).
• Unofficial school transcripts if education is required or used to qualify; official transcript required if selected.
• Proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study, if applicable.

How to Apply

• Click on the Apply Online button to submit your application.
• Apply online and submit required supplemental documents as relevant.
• Resume must be no more than two pages.
• Upload required documents online during the application process.
• Complete package due by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date.
• If online submission is not possible, paper applications may be considered with prior approval.
• Tips on applying for Smithsonian jobs are available at the provided link.
• Relocation expenses are not paid by the Smithsonian; recruitment incentives may be authorized.
• The Smithsonian is an equal opportunity employer.

Agency Contact Information

• Jan Williams
• Phone: 202-633-6383
• Email: [email protected]
• Address: Smithsonian Office of Human Resources, POB 37012, 600 Maryland Avenue, MRC 517, Suite 5060, Washington, DC 20013-7012, United States