Opportunities at the Gulf Ecology Division
Employment/Training
(EZhire) is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) web-based, recruitment and employment application system. EPA employees and outside job applicants can use the system to search and apply for opportunities at the EPA. You can browse job opportunities nation-wide. A registration process allows you to apply for positions online. You can create, and archive your electronic resumé in the system. Using EZhire, you can choose to be notified by email about specific job openings of interest to you and the status of each job for which you have applied. Visit EZhire at http://www.epa.gov/ezhire/.
CURRENT VACANCIES - For details regarding EPA positions available
at EPA's Gulf Ecology Division, contact the National Health and Environmental
Research Laboratory's Job Line at (919) 541-3014 or (800) 433-9633.
EPA Post-Doctoral Program
- The National Health and Environmental Effects Research Laboratory (NHEERL)
has an active post-doctoral research program with vacancies anticipated during
the year. One or more such positions will be available at the Gulf Ecology
Division. These positions are for up to three years, offer an annual salary
range of $34,575 - $65,179, commensurate with qualifications, and come with
a full benefits package including relocation expenses, health insurance, life
insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave. For more information on
the positions and their availability see http://www.epa.gov/nheerl/postdocs/.
Student Contract positions
GED often has student contract openings for students and recent graduates
(graduated within the past 24 months). These contracts give students the opportunity
to acquire hands-on experience in their field of study while working with
EPA scientist/mentors for up to two years. The contracts are generally written
for 12 months, with an option for an additional 12 months. Information on
these positions and current solicitations can be found at the web links below.
Informational
Flyer
Informational Webpage
Frequently Asked Questions
Current Solicitations All National Health and Environmental Research Laboratory research divisions (health and ecology) post contract announcements on this site. This site should be visited at least weekly because announcements usually have a two-week period for applications to be received.
Student volunteers
EPA accepts student volunteers at anytime. Student volunteer service provides
high school or college students with an opportunity to obtain work experience
related to their academic program, explore career options, and develop personal
and professional skills. To be eligible to participate as a volunteer, students
must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited high school, trade school,
technical or vocational school, a junior or community college, a four-year
college or university, or any other accredited educational institution. Students
may work during the school year or during summer or other vacation periods.
Students interested in volunteering should provide the following: a letter
expressing interest in volunteering, the type of work (s)he is interested
in doing; and his/her availability; a resume describing past/present school
and work experiences; and a copy of his/her latest transcripts or other proof
of student status.
Summer
Employment Program(accessible by EPA employees only) - The Summer Employment
Program creates training and work opportunities for persons available for
work only during the summer months. These positions begin in mid-May and end
September 30. Work ranges from office support occupations to positions in
professional fields. To work under the Summer Program, you must:
- Be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment;
- Qualify for the position based on experience and/or education; and
- Be a citizen of the United States.
Internships, Fellowships,
and Student Programs are available to provide interesting opportunities
for new talent to experience environmental research and training. Details
can be obtained by visiting http://www.epa.gov/careers/gradopp.html.
Guest Worker is defined as an individual from private industry, academia, the public and foreign governments or institutions who seek to cooperate in the form of access to our facilities. Reasons for access vary and may include such things as the need to use scientific equipment or laboratory space, conduct research, access databases and library facilities, or learn and become proficient (be trained) in a scientific method or experimental procedure. The GED Division Director has approval authority for guest workers that meet all of the following criteria: 1) the term of the visit, including any extensions, is less than or equal to 3 consecutive years, 2) the guest worker is a U.S. citizen, and 3) the guest worker is from a non-profit private or public entity. For further information, contact Dr. Stephen Jordan, Special Assistant to the Director, at (850) 934-9350 or email jordan.steve@epa.gov .
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