Basic Requirements: You must have completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college/university, leading to a bachelor's degree or higher degree, with major study in an academic field of the health or pertinent sciences allied to health or health-related research. (This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained). You qualify at the GS-15 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: (1) Publishing as primary or corresponding (i.e., communicates with editors) author in research papers, books, patents, manuscripts, or reports summarizing analyses and findings that influenced strategic priorities, policies, or research direction; (2) Serving as a keynote speaker or panel chair at major scientific events (e.g., international conferences, annual conventions, interdisciplinary symposia) to influence strategic priorities, policies, or research directions; (3) Managing a research program/portfolio, overseeing personnel, policy compliance, and alignment with established scientific direction; (4) Mentoring senior-level scientists, providing strategic direction, feedback, and development to achieve research goals; and (5) Evaluating emerging scientific fields, trends, and research quality to identify deficiencies and establish new programs that advance research direction. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/[contact via apply link]