The USDA-ARS Laboratory in Baton Rouge, LA is Seeking Three Scientists to Conduct Honey Bee Research

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Honey Bee Breeding, Genetics and Physiology Laboratory in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks three scientists to conduct research on honey bees.

These permanent, full positions are for a Research Entomologist (announcement number ARS-D18W-0089), Research Geneticist (ARS-D18W-0103) and Research Molecular Biologist (ARS-D18W-0104). All three positions will be advertised at the GS-12/13 level, with salaries ranging from $73,375.00 to $113,428.00 per year.

The mission of the laboratory is to improve honey bee health in support of U.S. agricultural production. There is a wide-ranging basic and applied program in breeding, genetics, reproduction, ecology, behavior, mating technology, genetic and environmental management of honey bees, and control of parasitic mites. Scientists will advance honey bee health through interdisciplinary research, breeding and technology transfer.

Vacancy announcements for these three positions will open July 16, 2018 and close on July 25. 2018. For details and directions on how to apply, visit:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504298600 for position ARS-D18W-0089;
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504459600 for ARS-D18W-0103; and 
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/504459300 forARS-D18W-0104.

U.S. citizenship is required for these permanent positions.   USDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

Contact Bob Danka if you have any questions or need additional information: 
Bob.Danka@ARS.USDA.GOV