Interdisciplinary Supervisory Biologist/Physical Scientist

About the role

The U.S. Geological Survey Office of Science Quality and Integrity seeks a senior supervisory officer to lead USGS-wide science quality initiatives across all disciplines. The role involves overseeing a team of high‑level scientists, developing policies, and ensuring transparency and reproducibility of scientific work.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate with DOI bureaus and USGS leadership to resolve science quality issues and implement high‑level directives.
• Supervise multiple senior scientists, manage a science quality group, and lead training workshops to improve research quality.
• Conduct independent inquiries into science quality concerns, assess impacts, identify root causes, and guide corrective actions.
• Collaborate across Mission Areas, Centers, Regions, and other offices to ensure effective, transparent issue resolution and recurrence prevention.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen or national, eligible for background investigation and E‑Verify.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑14 level, demonstrating leadership of interdisciplinary scientific programs.
• Degree in physical science, engineering, mathematics, biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related field with required coursework.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet probationary employment requirements.

Required skills

• Science quality management and policy development.
• Project planning and execution for multidisciplinary programs.
• Training and workshop facilitation.
• Collaboration with federal, state, and local agencies.