The Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Research and Development (ORD) is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill two positions within the National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL): 1) Director of the Environmental Sciences Division in Las Vegas, NV; 2) Director of the Ecosystems Research Division in Athens, GA.

Directors in both positions will be required to provide critical capabilities and leadership in the area of exposure research. Activities will include planning, developing, organizing, directing and implementing a highly technical and complex science research and development organization that has a nationwide impact and includes a staff of approximately 55 to 75 employees.

These positions will be filled using EPA's Title 42 Authority, which allows us to hire the highest caliber science leaders through renewable term appointments of up to 5 years and at annual salaries of up to $200,000 depending upon qualifications, experience, and other factors. The candidates must have a doctoral level degree in a pertinent science discipline and extensive specialized experience. Selected applicants will be eligible for full benefits including relocation, health and life insurance, retirement, and vacation and sick leave.

Specific information on the positions and instructions for applying can be found at www.epa.gov/nerl. Applications must be submitted by September 8, 2009.