The following is an excerpt from a job announcement for Biologist and/or
Medical Technologist that will be posted sometime this week for a
position in the Infectious Disease Pathology Laboratory at The Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta:

The incumbent processes animal and human tissues for histologic
examination utilizing routine (hematoxylin and eosin) and special
staining procedures for the identification of infectious agents and
tissue components; processes tissue sections for immunohistochemical
(immunofluorescence and immunoenzymatic) and in situ hybridization
studies. Performs specialized pathology techniques to detect the
presence of infectious disease agent antigens, proteins and nucleic
acids in clinical/research tissue.... 


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): KSAs are the specific
characteristics that applicants should possess in order to perform the
major duties of the position. Applications should address the specific
KSAs as part of your application. KSAs identified as (M) are considered
critical to the position and are considered to be mandatory for
qualifications. KSAs identified as (D) are considered to be desirable. 
FAILURE TO ADDRESS KSAs MAY RESULT IN A LOWER RATING. 

1. Please explain how you meet the qualification requirements and
specialized experience for this position as defined in the vacancy
announcement. 
2. Ability to perform routine and specialized histology procedures. (M) 
3. Skill in performing specialized immunohhistochemical and molecular
pathology techniques. (M) 
4. Ability to process and track a large number of biologic samples
according to standard protocols. (M) 
5. Skill in the use of laboratory microcomputers and software. (D) 
6. Knowledge of biosafety and chemical safety relevant to common
pathology laboratory procedures. (D) 

For each of the above, give examples of how you gained the knowledge,
skill, or ability and the dates of such experience and education. Click
here   for instruction on how to
respond to KSA's. 



You can search for the position/positions and fill out the on-line
application at:  http://www2.cdc.gov/hrmo/vsearch.asp



Pat Greer
Infectious Disease Pathology Activity
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Mail Stop G-32
Atlanta, GA 30333

404-639-2811

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