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FDA Orthopedic Devices and Advanced Manufacturing Research Opportunity

Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education · Silver Spring, MD · 3 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time

About the role

The FDA's CDRH Orthopedic Devices and Advanced Manufacturing Program conducts research on orthopedic implants and innovative manufacturing technologies to ensure these devices are safe and effective.

Research Project

The research project involves investigating various orthopedic devices and manufacturing processes, including bone screws, bone plates, spinal implants, hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty devices, and additive manufacturing technologies.

Learning Objectives

  • Handling various AM technologies (e.g., FDM, SLA, Polyjet, SLS) and their affiliated post processing
  • Designing and fabricating samples and fixtures in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks)
  • Conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus)
  • Performing mechanical testing (compression, tension, torsion, etc.)
  • Programming (e.g., Python, g-code)
  • Analyzing data
  • Imaging specimens
  • Human cadaver dissection and testing

Mentor

  • Daniel Porter (daniel.porter@fda.hhs.gov)
  • Snehal Shetye (snehal.shetye@fda.hhs.gov)
  • Andrew Baumann (andrew.baumann@fda.hhs.gov)

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

2026

Appointment Length

The appointment will initially be up to one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of FDA and is contingent on the availability of funds.

Level of Participation

The appointment is full time.

Participant Stipend

The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.

Citizenship Requirements

This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR), and foreign nationals. Non-U.S. citizen applicants should refer to the Guidelines for Non-U.S. Citizens Details page of the program website for information about the valid immigration statuses that are acceptable for program participation.

Program Information

The program is administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, and is established through an interagency agreement between DOE and FDA.

Background Investigation

A successful background investigation by the Office of Personnel Management is required for an applicant to be on-boarded at FDA.

FDA Ethics Requirements

ORISE Fellows must read and sign the FDA Education and Training Agreement within 30 days of his/her start date, setting forth the conditions and expectations for his/her educational appointment at the agency.

Qualification Requirements

  • Currently pursuing or having received an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree in relevant fields within the past 60 months or anticipated to be received by 5/31/2027
  • Experience with laboratory research, mechanics of materials, materials science, Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies and workflows, mechanical testing, computer modeling and simulation, human cadaver dissection and testing

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • Prior experience with laboratory research with an emphasis on mechanics of materials and/or materials science
  • Experience with Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies and workflows
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical testing
  • Computer modeling and simulation experience such as CAD and FEA
  • Human cadaver dissection and testing

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