A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from a school in the United States or Canada approved by a recognized accrediting body in the year of the applicant's graduation. Applicants should possess the ability to analyze and evaluate scientific information pertaining to drug safety. Candidates for Civil Service of U.S. Commissioned Corps must be United States citizens. Permanent U.S. residents may apply for staff fellowship appointments . Salary, benefits and level of responsibility are commensurate with education and experience.
Physicians are eligible for special salary rates and physician comparability allowance.
Opportunities for professional development include FDA sponsored training and participation in scientific meetings.