Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler
Department of Energy Headquarters is hiring for the position of Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. It is listed as a full-time position.
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Department of Energy Headquarters is hiring for the position of Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. It is listed as a full-time position.
The listing gives the pay as $143,913 - $187,093 per year.
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Dev Global Jobs found this job on USAJobs on Nov 4, 2026; applications close on Nov 10, 2026.
- Employer
- Department of Energy Headquarters
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia, United States
- Job type
- Full-time
- Pay
- $143,913 - $187,093 per year
- Found
- Nov 4, 2026 on USAJobs
- Closes
- Nov 10, 2026
- Employer text
- 420 words, about 2 min to read
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This job's listed pay is 90% above the benchmark.
Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025
- H-1B specialty occupation: Employer petition, bachelor's degree or higher in the specialty; annual cap and lottery
- L-1 intracompany transferee: Employees of a related company abroad transferring to a US office
- O-1 extraordinary ability: Evidence of extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business or athletics
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About the role
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BASIC REQUIREMENT: You must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below. A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR B.
Combination of education and experience: education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. GS-14 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: 1. Providing authoritative technical leadership and expert advisory services to resolve critical scientific or engineering problems. 2. Serving as the principal technical advisor on critical scientific or engineering matters for influencing program direction and policy through advising leadership through technical assessments. 3.
Developing and implementing advanced scientific or engineering solutions that address complex technical challenges and support organizational objectives. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
As a Physical Scientist you will: Lead and advise on extensive scientific and engineering programs and projects for the Department of Energy (DOE), especially those broad in scope or lacking clear precedents. Formulate and implement scientific and engineering initiatives to advance energy resources, environmental cleanup, new technologies, and energy production impacts.
Provide expert technical advice and leadership to various stakeholders on complex scientific and engineering problems, evaluating emerging technologies and recommending solutions. Develop and implement guidance for complex scientific and engineering systems, projects, and programs within the DOE. Serve as a recognized technical expert in scientific and engineering fields, representing the DOE in interagency groups and conferences.
Manage project plans, budgets, and schedules, ensuring adherence to DOE policy and effectively resolving highly technical challenges.
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