Histonetters,

There will be an opening for a Medical Technologist (This is a
Histotechnologist job, but is considered a Medical Technologist level)
in the Division of Viral and Rickettsial Diseases, Infectious Disease
Pathology Activity (IDPA) of the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC). We anticipate this position will be announced on
January 6, 1999 and will be open for applications until January 27,
1999.  The full announcement with details of how to apply can be seen at
the CDC Employment Opportunities web page:
http://www.cdc.gov/hrmo/jobstype.html under the heading "Technical and
Medical Support."  (Look for "Medical Technologist, GS-0644-09/11).

The full announcement is reproduced at the end of this message.

The IDPA serves as a scientific and technical resource to CDC by
providing expertise in molecular pathology, histopathology, and electron
microscopy analysis for detecting infectious disease agents in human and
animal tissues. We also conduct basic and applied research into the
pathogenesis of infectious diseases as well as consultative diagnostic
support and epidemic aid to state, federal, and international health
organizations.

Please note:  I don't hire anyone and don't have anything to do with
choosing the person to be hired. I can answer  questions concerning the
application process, however.

PLEASE email me if you plan to apply. We would like to know of you ahead
of time!

Tim Morken, B.S., EMT(MSA), HTL(ASCP)
Infectious Disease Pathology
Centers for Disease Control
MS-G32
1600 Clifton Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30333
USA

email: tim9@cdc.gov
       timcdc@hotmail.com

FAX:  (404)639-3043


THE FULL ANNOUNCEMENT IS REPRODUCED BELOW:


http://www.cdc.gov/hrmo/jobstype.htm

OPENING DATE: January 6, 1999

 POSITION: Medical Technologist, GS-0644-09/11

CLOSING DATE: January 27, 1999

 (Applications must be received or postmarked by the closing date;
however, postmarked applications must be received in Human Resources
Management Office within 5 days of the closing date.)

 (If filled at the GS-09 level, position has promotion potential to
GS-11.)
Please indicate the grade(s) for which you wish to be considered. You
will only be considered for the grade(s) for which you indicate an
interest.


 SALARY:
GS-09, $33,276 - 43,260 per annum
GS-11, $40,262 - 52-339 per annum


 LOCATION:
National Center for Infectious Diseases, Division of Viral and
Rickettsial Diseases, Infectious Disease Pathology Activity, Atlanta, GA

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:  Permanent/Full-time

WHO MAY APPLY:
U.S. Citizens; no previous Federal experience or tenure required. Apply
for: DE2-99-062
Current or former competitive service Federal employees with permanent
tenure. Apply for: MP2-99-062

A SEPARATE APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH ANNOUNCED POSITION AND
NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED.

Commissioned Corps; candidates for employment programs such as VRA
eligibles, 30% disabled veterans, Persons with Disabilities, and ICTAP
eligibles. Preference eligibles or veterans who have been separated from
the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of
continuous active service may apply.

SPECIAL NOTES:

THIS IS NOT A BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
MOVING EXPENSES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED.

DUTIES:

The incumbent processes animal and human tissues for histologic
examination utilizing routine (hematoxylin and eosin) and special
staining procedures for the identification for infectious agents and
tissue components. Performs specialized pathology techniques to detect
the presence of infectious disease agent antigens, proteins and nucleic
acids in clinical/research tissues. Independently analyzes results of
assays and suggests modifications to established protocols to solve
problems encountered in research. Organizes and prepares incoming
samples for pathology studies. Develops and designs quality control
procedures for new molecular pathology tests as they are introduced into
the laboratory and modifies existing procedures as needs change.
Develops and consults on the basic design of experiments in which
histologic immunohistologic and molecular pathology procedure are
required. Instructs and supervises students, residents, and research
fellow in laboratory procedures and in the theoretical and practical
aspects of quality assurance.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must meet the basic qualification requirements outlined in
OPM Qualification Standards Handbook. Applicants must have successfully
completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or
university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a
major field of study or specific course requirements; degree:  medical
technology, chemistry, or biology that included or was supplemented by
at least 16 hours of biological science of which one course was in
microbiology and one course in immunology; 16 hours of chemistry of
which one course was in organic or biochemistry. The remaining chemistry
courses must have been in general, qualitative analysis, qualitative
chemistry, quantitative chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical
chemistry, or any of the four areas, clinical laboratory science, and 3
semester hours of college mathematics. Applicants must have one year of
specialized experience at a level equivalent to the next lower grade in
the Federal service.

Specialized Experience: is that which is directly related to the
position and which has equipped the applicant with the particular
knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the
duties of the position, such as performing routine histologic procedures
to prepare samples for staining or specialized immunohistochemical and
molecular procedures.


  SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
For the GS-7 level: one full year of graduate education or superior
academic achievement.
  For the GS-9 level: two full years of graduate education or a master's
degree
Graduate education or an internship meets the specialized experience
required in those instances where it is directly related to the work of
the position.


U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention maintains a smoke-free
environment -
All applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race,
religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, political
affiliation, age or any other nonmerit factor.


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  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 on a separate sheet of
paper as an attachment to your application. KSAs identified as (M) are
considered to be 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. Ability to perform histologic procedures. (M)
2. Knowledge of specialized molecular pathology techniques. (M)
3. Ability to process and track a large number of biologic samples
according to standard protocols. (D)
4. Ability to use microcomputers and software. (D)
5. Knowledge of biosafety and chemical safety relevant to common
histology and molecular pathology procedures. (D)

For each of the above, give examples of how and where you gained the
knowledge, skill, or ability and the dates of such experience and
education.

Applicants who apply for DE announcements must address (M) Mandatory and
(D) Desirable KSAs.

BASIS OF RATING:
Applicants will be rated on the basis of education, experience, and KSA
responses appropriate to this position. Applications for MP2-99-062 will
be evaluated and ranked as indicated in the CDC Merit Promotion Plan and
must meet appropriate time-in-grade requirements for promotion. Unpaid
or voluntary experience related to the position will be considered in
determining qualifications.


FORMS REQUIRED TO APPLY:
Applicants may submit one of the following forms: SF-171, OF-612,
Curriculum Vitae, a Resume,
CDC 0.996, or any other application form. All current and former Federal
employees must submit a current SF50 that reflects tenure group 1 or 2.
All candidates who wish to be considered under both MP2-99-062 and
DE2-99-062 must submit two (2) applications. When only one (1)
application is received, and no announcement number is shown, it will be
considered under MP2-99-062 only.

Here's what you resume or application must contain (in addition to
specific information requested in the position announcement.)

APPLICATION INFORMATION
- ** Correct announcement number(s), title and grade(s) of the job you
are applying for,

PERSONAL  INFORMATION
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day and evening phone
number (with are code) - ** Social Security Number

- Country of citizenship (Most Federal jobs require United States
citizenship.) Reinstatement eligiblity (if applicable, attach SF 50
proof of your career or career-conditional status.) - Highest Federal
civilian grade held (also give job series and dates held).


EDUCATION
- ** High School Name, City, and State (zip code if known) - Date of
diploma or GED - Colleges or universities; Name, City, and State (zip
code if known) Majors, type and year of any degrees received (if no
degrees, show total credits earned and indicate whether semester or
quarter
  hours);

Send a copy of your college transcript only if the job vacancy
announcement requests it.


  MILITARY SERVICE:
5 point Veterans Preference may be documented with a DD214, Certificate
of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other proof of eligibility.
An SF-15 (Application for 10-point Veterans Preference) and written
verification must accompany application in order to receive 10-point
preference.


  WORK EXPERIENCE
- Give the following information for your paid and nonpaid work
experience related to the job you are applying for. (Do not send job
descriptions.)


Job Titles ** Duties and accomplishments -


Employer's name and address, Supervisor's name and phone number,
starting and ending dates (month and year) - ** Hours per week (** Month
and Years), salary; - Indicate if we may contact your current
supervisor.


  OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Job-related training courses (title and year); - Job-related skills,
for example, ** typing speed, other languages, computer
software/hardware, tools, machinery; - Job-related certificates and
licenses (current only); - Job-related honors, awards, and special
accomplishments, for example, publications, memberships in professional
or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, and
performance awards (give dates but do not  send documents unless
requested)


** FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE STARRED ITEM MAY RESULT IN YOUR BEING
DETERMINED INELIGIBLE OR NOT QUALIFIED.


MAIL FORMS TO:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
HRM Announcement No.MP2-99-062 and/or DE2-99-062
4770 Buford Highway, N.E.,
Mailstop K-16
Atlanta, Ga 30341-3724
Fax: (770) 488-1979

Applicants are requested to complete an Applicant Background Survey (OBM
0990-0208) and send with the application. A written Receipt of

Application will be sent to the address on the application.

For forms, Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
criteria and additional information, contact CDC Jobline on
1-888-232-4473 or visit the website  http://www.cdc.gov/hrmo/ictap~2.htm


A SEPARATE APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH ANNOUNCED POSITION AND
NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED.











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