ARS has approximately 1,200 research projects at over 100 locations which are situated strategically across the major farm and rangeland ecosystems and climate zones of the United States. Consequently, ARS has the ability to bring research expertise to bear on the same national problems in several different geographic locations. The overall aim of ARS research is to ensure the continuation of an adequate food and fiber supply of high quality to meet the needs of the American people. ARS has a workforce of approximately 8,000 employees including 2,000 scientists representing a wide range of disciplines. Researchers with ARS employ the most advanced technologies used by scientists.
Opportunities exist in many of the life and physical sciences.
There are no specific closing dates. Candidates will be considered as applications are received. Successful candidates will be employed under an excepted appointment, usually up to 2 years in duration. Appointments of more than one year convey eligibility for health insurance and life insurance. Appointees are also eligible to earn and use annual and sick leave.