FDA Postdoctoral Fellowship on COVID-19 Vaccines

A research opportunity is currently available in the Office of Vaccines Research and Reviews (OVRR) at the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The selected participant will be involved in an exciting research program applicable to the area of viral vaccines against the novel coronavirus. The primary technique to be utilized is small animal immunization and challenge studies.

The primary learning objective is to understand the aspects regarding vaccine safety and efficacy that are both critical to regulatory review. Through learning how to design a vaccine challenge experiment and how to execute as well as data analysis, we expect to provide a whole picture to the trainee what are the important aspects to look at during vaccine research. The participant will also learn many technical skills during the training, including animal model selection guided by intelligence, molecular virology, immunophenotyping, histopathology, evaluation of immune markers by molecular assays.

This program, administered by ORAU through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and FDA. The initial appointment is for one year, but may be renewed upon recommendation of FDA contingent on the availability of funds. The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with educational level and experience. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. The appointment is full-time at FDA in the Silver Spring, Maryland, area. Participants do not become employees of FDA, DOE or the program administrator, and there are no employment-related benefits.

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