General Engineer
Summary
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) assures that patients and providers have timely and continued access to safe, effective, and high-quality medical devices and safe radiation-emitting products. CDRH facilitates medical devices innovation by advancing regulatory science, providing industry with predictable, consistent, transparent, and efficient regulatory pathways, and assuring consumer confidence in devices marketed in the U.S.
Responsibilities
This position(s) is located in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Devices and Radiological Heath (CDRH), in Silver Spring, Maryland.As an Engineer in CDRH you will:Review scientific data submitted in support of a variety of medical device submissions to determine the safety and effectiveness.Review data in the field of general engineering, summarizes it and makes recommendation concerning the data, also provides leadership and guidance in general engineering to other supporting level scientists.Provide scientific information and consultation to industry, academic, and private laboratory scientists.Assist in conducting research on the safety and effectiveness of materials used in the manufacture of medical device products or other scientific systems.
Conditions of Employment
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this advertisement unless explicitly stated otherwise.Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.