The mission of the unit is to conduct basic and applied research on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mycobacterial, brucella, and spirochetal infections in food-producing animals. The incumbent works as a team member and as an independent investigator in studies concerned with improving methods for identification of animals subclinically infected with Mycobacterium avium ssp paratuberculosis , elucidating pathogenic mechanisms, and developing safe and effective vaccines for prevention of Johne's disease. 1. Ability to lead and accomplish work through others. Ability to communicate with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds in a variety of situations. Applicants MUST attach a copy of undergraduate and graduate transcripts or a list of university courses with titles of courses, number of semester or quarter hours, date completed, and grades.
Transcripts are preferred.
If this information is not provided, your education may not be appropriately evaluated and you may lose consideration for this position. This position is being filled in accordance with the Alternative Merit Promotion system. All merit promotion principles remain in effect. This may include factors such as number of credits in directly related subjects, grade point average, relatedness of work experience, and any other evidence of ability to do the work of the position. For current and former Federal employees, the performance evaluation may also be taken into consideration.