National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) 

About the Center

NCTR is FDA’s premier toxicology research facility, located in the Office of the Chief 

Scientist, that employs world-renowned scientists to address our nation’s 

regulatory-science priorities. The state-of-the-art, one million square-foot research 

campus is located less than 30 minutes from the bustling capital of Little Rock, 

Arkansas. 

NCTR’s Mission and Vision

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NCTR Mission: Address FDA’s needs with high-quality research and serve 

as a global resource for collaboration, training, and innovative scientific 

solutions.  

NCTR Vision: Conduct scientific research to provide reliable data for FDA’s 

decision-making and develop innovative tools and approaches that support 

FDA’s public health mission.

Available Jobs

Laboratory 

Researchers

who conduct scientific 

research to address critical 

regulatory science 

questions: biologist, 

chemist, toxicologist, 

pharmacologist, 

microbiologist, statistician, 

computer scientist.

Database 

Administrators 

who develop tools and 

databases to support 

scientific research and 

administrative management.

Mathematical 

Statisticians 

who develop and use 

algorithms in data mining 

and pattern recognition to 

analyze complex scientific 

data.

What We Offer

NCTR is a vital component of the FDA and employs professionals from science, technology, engineering, and math 

backgrounds to address its regulatory-science needs. FDA's opportunities for growth and professional development, in 

addition to the federal-benefits package for qualified positions, make FDA the employer of choice.

Competitive salaries in a region 

with a low cost of living.

Competitive Salaries

Partnerships with regional 

institutions of higher learning to 

provide collaboration opportunities.

Partnerships

Diversity and inclusion initiatives to 

promote and celebrate diversity.

Diversity and Inclusion

Work-life balance and incentives 

including:

Work-Life Balance

 Federal-benefits package for 

eligible positions

 On-site, free fitness center

 Flexible work schedules

 Commuter vans

 Employee Assistance Program 

for eligible positions

 Transit subsidies for eligible 

positions
NCTR Staff Fellowship Program

Working Across Disciplines and Borders to Support FDA 

Staff fellows conduct research/regulatory review, studies, and investigations in health-related scientific 

areas directly connected to FDA’s mission. Related health areas include medical, physical, biological, 

mathematical, biometric, epidemiological, behavioral, and computer sciences. Depending on the amount 

and quality of experience possessed by a candidate, he or she may be hired as a staff fellow.

• To qualify as a staff fellow, you must be a United States citizen or 

resident alien and possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

• Types of staff fellow positions available at NCTR include biologist, 

chemist, toxicologist, pharmacologist, microbiologist, statistician, 

computer scientist.

• Salaries range from: RG-12 ($82,830) to RG-15 ($177,978).

To be considered for a staff fellow position at NCTR, submit your 

resume and transcript to: 

NCTRjobs@fda.hhs.gov.

Jefferson Labs Fellow Advisory Committee (JFAC) 

Mission

To promote research and social 

interactions among all research 

fellows at Jefferson Laboratories 

(NCTR and the Office of 

Regulatory Affairs’ Arkansas 

Human and Animal Food 

Laboratory) including:

• ORISE postdoctoral fellows

• Staff fellows

• Visiting scientists

What We Do

JFAC provides an environment where fellows 

can engage in activities at Jefferson Labs, and 

also provides opportunities to connect with 

other fellows across FDA. JFAC organizes 

trainings and events to improve fellows’ skills, 

such as:

• Monthly “lunch and learn” sessions on a 

variety of topics

• Postdoctoral Research Day

• Career Day

• Social events and recreational opportunities

Do you want to make a difference? Then FDA/NCTR wants to hire you.

Email NCTRjobs@fda.hhs.gov or visit www.fda.gov/nctr for more information.