COMPUTER SCIENTIST

GS-07 Performs routine tasking, or assists others with more complex assignments. Performs a variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying computer scientist principles, methods and techniques. Performs a variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying system evaluation methods and techniques in support of systems acquisition. Participates in conducting studies to identify computer system deficiencies. Carries out special projects and assignments in the development of software and solutions to be used by higher-level computer scientists, scientists, contractors and/or customers. GS-09 Assists in applying methods and functions of program modeling/simulating and algorithm techniques to segments of a study or project. Applies system evaluation methods and techniques to portions of a larger project/study. Considers real world operational factors, technical state of the art and applicable scientific methods and techniques in the