FDA Postdoctoral Fellowship in Breast Cancer Research

About the role

The FDA Office and Location: A postdoctoral fellowship opportunity is currently available in the Division of Biochemical Toxicology at the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) located in Jefferson, Arkansas.

Research Project

This opportunity is in the Food and Drug Administration, National Center for Toxicological Research, Division of Biochemical Toxicology, which primary mission is to conduct peer-reviewed research and develop new scientific tools for the FDA to improve public health. The overall research in this Division is focused on measuring the toxicities and risk of cancer related to specific chemicals and the introduction of new techniques to enable regulatory agencies to evaluate better the risks associated with exposure to chemicals.

Mentor

• Kelly Harris (Kelly.Harris@fda.hhs.gov)
• George Hammons (George.Hammons@fda.hhs.gov)

Learning Objectives

• Train in the design, conduct, analysis, and reporting of laboratory research while developing skills in cell culture, next-generation sequencing, assay development, and bioinformatics.
• Write reports and publishable scientific papers and give oral presentations on the design and results of research and experiments.
• Aid in preparation, submission, and review of manuscripts and publications.

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.

Qualification Requirements

• The qualified candidate should have received a doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields (e.g. toxicology, biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, or related areas).
• The doctoral degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date.
• Preferred skills:
• A strong background in planning and conduct of wet lab research, data analysis, and presentation of findings is desired.
• Primary experience in cell 2D and 3D culture, and basic molecular techniques are highly desired.

Application Process

• To submit your application, scroll to the bottom of this opportunity and click APPLY.
• A complete application consists of:
• An application
• Transcripts – Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts
• A current resume/CV, including academic history, employment history, relevant experiences, and publication list
• One educational or professional recommendation

Documents Required

• All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.

Contact Information

• If you have questions, send an email to ORISE.FDA.OC.other@orau.org. Please include the reference code for this opportunity in your email.

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Background Investigation

• The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.
• Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program.
• Participants do not become employees of FDA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

ORISE Education and Training Agreement

• The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.
• Participants do not become employees of FDA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

Background Investigation

• The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience.
• Participants do not become employees of FDA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

ORISE Ethics Requirements

• If an ORISE Fellow, to include their spouse and minor children, reports what is identified as a Significantly Regulated Organization (SRO) or prohibited investment fund financial interest in any amount, or a relationship with an SRO, except for spousal employment with an SRO, and the individual will not voluntarily divest the financial interest or terminate the relationship, then the individual is not placed at FDA.
• For additional requirements, see FDA Ethics for Nonemployee Scientists.