Summary
The incumbent will serve as a physician (Medical Officer) providing subject matter expertise and analysis as a Senior Technical Advisor for accident investigation and research programs at the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in the areas of human physiology and medical fitness, human toxicology and pathology, medical epidemiology, and biomechanics.
Duties
As a Medical Officer,SL-0602-00, this position will be a physician (doctor of medicine, doctor of osteopathic medicine, or equivalent) who has extensive knowledge and experience in areas such as toxicology; clinical and forensic pathology; determinations of cognitive or physical impairment related to the cause of an accident; research methodology; injury analysis; and using medical literature to provide evidence-based support for medical conclusions. In addition, the candidate should possess expertise in communicating complex medical issues in plain language, writing technical reports, and have the skills to develop and present educational programs dealing with medical issues in an accident investigation. Finally, the ideal candidate must be available to investigate medical and injury issues related to transportation accidents anywhere across the United States. As a Medical Officer, SL-0602-00, you will perform the following duties: Serve as an expert consultant in researching, evaluating, and interpreting medical records and other evidence relating to accident investigations and safety studies across all transportation modes. Conduct or lead a variety of safety studies related to medical fitness using accident investigation results as the basis for formulating recommendations for safety improvements. Adopted recommendations will impact worldwide transportation industries. Provide written medical analysis of accident investigations, medical issues, and toxicology findings, including medical conditions and qualifications of transportation operators. Write authoritative technical papers that analyze clinical medical, biomechanical, policy, epidemiologic, and/or ergonomic issues related to transportation safety. Provide technical review of such issues for investigative reports. Analyze and make recommendations on issues related to medical priorities and develops unique program evaluation and assessment ideas in anticipation of, or in response to, Congressional interest.
Education
The education requirements are stated in the Qualifications section above. GENERAL EDUCATION: All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an institution that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for it to be credited towards qualifications. For a list of schools that meet these criteria, see https://www.ed.gov/accreditation?src=rn. Applications submitted without the required supporting documents will not be accepted. An unofficial transcript; statement from the institution's registrar, dean, or other appropriate official; or equivalent documentation is acceptable at the time of application. Education submitted must be appropriately accredited by an accredited body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. For additional information, refer to the U.S. Department of Education web site at: http://www.ed.gov FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
How you will be evaluated
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., two-page resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire and the result of the Structured Resume Review. Structured Resume Review: Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. SMEs will review ONLY 2 pages of your resume. SMEs will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume). Applicants passing the structured resume review will move on to the next phase of the assessment process. If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, you will be placed in one of the three pre-defined categories. The categories are shown below and candidates placed in the "Highly Qualified" category will be identified for referral to the hiring manager. Highly Qualified - Applicants with a background demonstrating a superior level of possession of all competencies. Well Qualified - Applicants with a background demonstrating a satisfactory level of possession of the competencies. Qualified - Applicants possessing the specialized experience described above and any education or selective factor if also required. How you will be evaluated for preference eligibility: The Category Rating Method does not add Veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Documented preference eligibles who meet minimum qualification/eligibility requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% will be listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to determine your eligibility and qualifications. If mandatory requirements are met, your application will be further evaluated based on training, experience and other factors critical to successful job performance. Your resume must include the technical qualifications indicated below, meaning it must explicitly explain within the two-page resume these technical qualifications. Your skills and experience must be incorporated within your two-page resume itself. Technical Qualifications - Demonstrated experience and expertise in the following: (1) gathering medical evidence, including selecting appropriate studies and coordinating with medical experts across multiple disciplines; (2) interpreting medical evidence to draw conclusions about conditions and substances that may affect performance, and about mechanisms and severity of acute traumatic injuries; and (3) communicating about medical topics to expert and non-expert audiences, including through direct instruction, technical writing, and formal presentation. Do NOT include information below in your resume/application as you will be deemed INELIGIBLE for consideration. Classified/government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Your Photos Personal information (e.g., age, gender, religion, etc.) To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13049776.