Standards and Conformity Assessment Scientist

National Institute of Standards and Technology
📍 Gaithersburg, MD, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 06, 2026

Job Description

Summary NIST is seeking a Standards and Conformity Assessment Scientist to drive national strategy by analyzing technical policies and collaborating with federal and private stakeholders to shape international standards. Responsibilities include developing solutions for conformity assessment challenges and ensuring global standards support U.S. innovation. This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates. Responsibilities The Standards Coordination Office at NIST initiates and manages various programs, tools, and activities designed to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. industries in technical standards and conformity assessment. It also aims to improve the coordination of federal agencies in their involvement with the development and use of these standards. In this position, you will: Apply knowledge, experience, and expertise in leadership to issues related to U.S. competitiveness in critical an...

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Job Details

  • Location Gaithersburg, MD
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date July 06, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 10, 2026