Employment Opportunities Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration/Center for Biologics Evaluation & Research The Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration, Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) is recruiting for outstanding candidates to work in the Center. CBER plays an integral role in the Department of Health and Human Services. CBER staff conducts biomedical research to provide a strong scientific base for the regulation of blood and blood-related products, vaccines, allergenic products, and gene therapies according to statutory authorities in order to protect and enhance the public health. In conjunction with regulatory and research responsibilities, the Center statistically evaluates clinical and pre-clinical studies of human biological products and vaccines and epidemiologically evaluates post-marketing studies and adverse biological reactions. Qualifications: *Grade levels range from GS-07 thru GS-15 (see salary info below) Physicians: Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited institution and additional research experience. Graduates of foreign medical schools must submit a copy of their ECFMG certificates. Scientists: (Other than M.D.) An advanced degree is preferred but not required in one or more of the following disciplines: Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Toxicology, Pharmacology, Epidemiology or Mathematical Statistician Consumer Safety Officers: 30 semester hours in one or a combination of the following: biological sciences, chemistry, pharmacy, physical sciences, food technology, nutrition, medical science, engineering, epidemiology, veterinary medical science or related scientific fields that provide knowledge directed related to Consumer Safety Officer work. Other positions: Actively soliciting applicants to fill a wide variety of other Administrative and Senior Level positions Citizenship: Candidates for Civil Service or Commissioned Corps appointments must be US Citizens. Permanent US residents may apply for Staff Fellowship appointments in physician and scientific positions. Salary: *Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 2007 salary chart- http://www.opm.gov/oca/07tables/pdf/DCB.pdf Location: Bethesda and/or Rockville, Maryland How to Apply: For current CBER vacancy announcements & to apply visit: http://www.fda.gov/cber/inside/hiring.htm For future vacancies interested candidates can submit electronic copies of their Curriculum Vitae/Resume and cover letter stating interest to our resume bank at: recruitment@cber.fda.gov Attn: Robin Wilson, Recruitment Coordinator @ (301) 827-1400 For further information please visit our website at http://www.fda.gov/cber/inside/vacancy.htm DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT