A postdoctoral fellowship opportunity is available in the Nanotechnology Core Facility at the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) located in Jefferson, Arkansas. The selected participant will collaborate on multi-disciplinary research efforts focusing on Biomedical Engineering and Biophysics.
OPPORTUNITY AT A GLANCE:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | 2024 FDA Nanotechnology Postdoctoral Fellowship |
| Eligibility | Doctoral degree in relevant fields (e.g., chemistry, physics, or engineering with a strong emphasis in nanotechnology) received within five years of the appointment start date, or currently pursuing with completion prior to the appointment start date. |
| Preferred Skills | Experience in the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials |
| Research Focus | Development of novel methods for physicochemical characterization and detection of nanoscale materials, and methods to isolate and identify nanomaterials in complex matrices. |
| Skills Developed | Nanomaterial Synthesis, Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Electron Microscopy, and more |
| Application Requirements | Application form, transcripts, current resume/CV, and one educational or professional recommendation. Documents must be in English or include an official English translation. |
| Application Deadline | Check the FDA or fellowship website for specific deadlines |
Fact About the history of the FDA
- Origins in Adulteration: The FDA’s roots can be traced back to the 19th century Division of Chemistry in the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which investigated food and drug adulteration, a problem highlighted by muckraking journalists like Upton Sinclair.
- The 1906 Wiley Act: Named after its chief advocate, Harvey W. Wiley, the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 was the first federal law to regulate food and drugs, aiming to combat the rampant issue of “adulterated” products in interstate commerce.
- The Horse with a Dark Legacy: The Biologics Control Act of 1902 was prompted by a scandal involving a tetanus-contaminated diphtheria antitoxin derived from a horse named Jim, which resulted in the deaths of thirteen children.
- From Bureau to Administration: The FDA’s predecessor, the Bureau of Chemistry, evolved into the Food, Drug, and Insecticide Administration in 1927, before finally being renamed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1930.
- Radioactive Beverages: The 1930s saw the FDA combating dangerous and fraudulent products, including radioactive beverages and mascara that could cause blindness, in response to public outcry and health hazards.
- The 1937 Tragedy: The FDA’s power surged following the 1937 Elixir Sulfanilamide tragedy, where over 100 people died from a toxic drug solvent, leading to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 which greatly expanded the FDA’s regulatory authority.
- Prescription-Only Drugs: The category of “prescription-only” drugs was formalized by the Durham-Humphrey Amendment in 1951, which empowered the FDA to enforce post-marketing recalls and regulate drug safety extensively.
Eligibility For 2024 FDA Nanotechnology Postdoctoral Fellowship
The qualified candidate should have received a doctoral degree in one of the relevant fields (e.g. chemistry, physics or engineering with a strong emphasis in nanotechnology), or be currently pursuing the degree with completion prior to the appointment starting date. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date. Preferred Skills: Experience in the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials is preferred.
Description For 2024 FDA Nanotechnology Postdoctoral Fellowship
The selected participant will collaborate on multi-disciplinary research efforts including the development of novel methods for the physicochemical characterization and detection of nanoscale materials, and the development and validation of novel methods to isolate and identify nanomaterials in complex matrices. Through this project, the participant will develop skills in various analytical techniques such as Nanomaterial Synthesis, Chromatography, spectroscopy, electron microscopy, and more.
How to Apply For 2024 FDA Nanotechnology Postdoctoral Fellowship
To apply for this vacancy, please submit a complete application including an application form, transcripts, a current resume/CV, and one educational or professional recommendation. All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.