Summary This position is located at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), National Bio and Agro Defense Facility (NBAF), Foreign Animal Disease Research Unit (FADRU), Manhattan, Kansas. Research scientists have open-ended promotion potential. The grade level is limited only by the individual's demonstrated ability to perform research of recognized importance to science and technology. *Final grade level may be determined by a peer review panel. Responsibilities Serve as Research Leader for the Foreign Animal Disease Research Unit (FADRU). Conduct basic and applied research on foreign, high consequence diseases of livestock that have high socio-economic consequences and that could be introduced naturally, accidentally, or deliberately into the United States. Provide leadership to the Unit and coordinates with other scientists, the Area Office, the NBAF Center Director and the Office of National Programs (ONP) to determine the most fruit...