Supervisory Biologist

The Research Biologist is a key member of the Laboratories of Research and Development at the James A. Haley VA Medical Center, reporting directly to the Director of Research Operations for Research Service and Development. This position holds primary responsibility for ensuring compliance with the Research Safety Program at the Tampa VA Medical Center.

Ensure compliance with safety protocols and federal, state, and VA research laboratory regulations Oversee laboratory decommissioning, hazardous waste management, access restriction, and physical security Coordinate and conduct laboratory inspections; prepare compliance reports and risk assessments Develop, update, and deliver research safety training; maintain Biosafety, Chemical Hygiene, Security, and Disaster Preparedness plans Serve as Research Safety Officer and Chemical Hygiene Officer; manage chemical inventory, review and implement safety policies/SOPs Participate in safety and radiation committees, emergency drills, and address Environment of Care (EOC) findings Liaise with Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, and other entities to implement research safety plans Facilitate laboratory moves and act as regulatory inspection point-of-contact Supervise and train staff in basic and animal science laboratories; oversee hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance reviews Assist with grant/protocol development and maintain compliance/regulatory records Manage laboratory equipment and resources; conduct inventories, schedule maintenance, and oversee acquisitions/disposals Administer environmental monitoring systems for critical equipment/spaces Support research planning, resource allocation, protocol compliance, and collaboration Facilitate biomedical equipment procurement; maintain supporting documents and vendor quotes Organize contractor records; document performance and verify deliverables Enforce policies, resolve conflicts, ensure Equal Employment Opportunity compliance, and track staff time and attendance Maintain inventory, equipment/service records, supply orders, administrative documentation, and furnish regular reports to leadership Manage government vehicles for staff and supply transport Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 4:30 pm Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work. Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to the in-person work mandate in their current position. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA-owned or leased space. Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in-person work unless they are approved for an exception or an exemption. Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Biologist/PD856360 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.