NASA
Physical Scientist, AST, Life Support Studies
Moffett Field, California
Sponsorship not specified$185k-$197kDetected 8 days ago
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About the role
- You will serve as an AST Life Support Studies senior scientist within the Space Biosciences Division leading deep-space exploration research, directing multidisciplinary bioscience teams, and translating findings into mission capabilities. You will also provide scientific authority for mission development, data analysis, and astronaut health while
- supporting NASA's objectives through advanced biological investigations and strategic leadership.
Requirements
- To qualify for GS-15, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the
- Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience.
- Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.
Compensation
- $185k-$197k
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