Computer Scientist, GS 07-09

Full-time

No

Computer Scientist, GS 07-09
Duties for GS-07: The candidate performs routine tasking, or assists others with more complex assignments. Performs a variety of specific duties to develop knowledge and skill in applying evaluation methods and techniques in support of system acquisition. Participates in conducting studies to identify computer system deficiencies. Carries out special projects and assignments in the development of software and solutions to be used by higher-level computer scientist, scientist, contractors and/or customers.

Duties for GS-09: Assists in applying methods and functions of program modeling/ simulating and algorithm techniques to segments of a study or project. Applies system evaluation methods and techniques to portions of a larger project/study. Assist senior specialists in developing research/development. testing/evaluating or implementation, and acquisition strategies. Carries out special projects and assignments in the development of software and solutions to be used by higher-level computer scientists, contractors and/or customers.

Announcement Number: K-24-DHA-12109024-BJM. Apply online. No email. Visit website for more information.

Qualification and Experience Qualifications: The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in computer science or Bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. For GS-07: Must have completed or will complete a 4 year course of study leading to a Bachelor's from an accredited institution no later than 31 August 2023 AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following: A) One full year (18 semester hours or equivalent) of graduate level study, or possess a master's or higher degree, e.g., LL.B, J.D., LL.M, Ph.D.; in a field that provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to do the work; or one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-05. B) Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following: a) Class standing-upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision; b) Grade Point Average 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in major field or the required courses in major field completed during the final 2 years of curriculum. c) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society. If qualifying based on class standing or honor society membership, provide appropriate documentation. C) A combination of graduation education and experience described above that when combined meets 100% of the qualifications requirements of this position. For GS-09: Must have completed 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master's degree or Master's or equivalent graduate degree or one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-07 at the graduate level in one of the following: a) Class Standing - upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision; b) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in major field or the required courses in major field completed during the final 2 years of curriculum. c) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society. OR Have one full year (18 semester hours or the equivalent) of graduate level study, or possess a master's or higher degree, e.g., LL.B., J.D., LL.M., Ph.D., in a field that provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to do the work of this position. Such fields include business administration, industrial management, industrial engineering, industrial psychology, public administration, political science, or government. OR Have at least one year (12 months) of specialized experience, that provided knowledge of to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower qualifying pay band or equivalent grade under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems. Equivalent experience may be at the level of the lowest GS grade covered by the applicable pay band; however, the experience must demonstrate KSA's to successfully perform the duties of the position being filled. OR Must have a combination of graduate education as described above and the type of specialized experience as described above, which when combined would equate to 100%. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Professional knowledge of computer science, policies, theories, principles and concepts to apply to scientific methods and techniques to solve assigned problems. Professional knowledge of theoretical foundations of computer science, including digital computer systems architecture and systems software organization. Professional knowledge of computer science and related disciplines to design, develop and adapt scientific methods and techniques to recommend solutions for computer problems. Ability to analyze, interpret and apply computer science procedures in a variety of situations and recommend effective solutions to senior scientist. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Application Deadline: September 30, 2024.

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