GS-Level Fed Government

[Wondering44]

Hello,

How can I determine which GS-level I am eligible to be hired? I have my PhD, completed a 2-year post-doc, and have been a professor in higher ed for 8 years. I have over a dozen peer-reviewed publications (using a variety of quantitative techniques). I am just trying to figure out which fed government jobs I am eligible to apply for. Perhaps it isn't so cut and dry (which is why I may be confused)? I assume GS-11 for research-oriented positions, but with my experience (in addition to my education), would I also be eligible to apply for GS-12 jobs?

Any direction on figuring this out would be greatly appreciated! TIA!

[MilitaryKid]

I think you are selling yourself short there. I am pretty sure most research oriented gov jobs started at a GS 13. This is just based on my experience as someone who has grown up in a military family and lived in a military town my entire life. I would say at the very least GS 12. Also, just a FYI, if you end up getting an interview, the process is SLOW so don't be surprised by that. It normally takes about 3 to 6 months to go through the entire hiring process. Additionally, be sure to ask if the position you get has a GS-level max. A lot of positions you can only get to a GS (blank) and cannot get promoted any higher.

[Wondering44]

Thank you so much for your response and insight! I really appreciate it!