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The candidate would be part of a collaborative team in the Office of Science and Engineering Labs (OSEL), at the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) at the Food and Drug Administration. The team’s primary objective is to develop and validate a standard test method, on a single station load-controlled spine simulator, to evaluate wear and deformation of artificial total disc replacement devices (TDRs) under non-ideal loading conditions (impingement). A secondary purpose is to develop a scientific understanding and test method(s) related to degradation and failure mechanisms of TDRs based on implant design, manufacturing variability, and material properties. Wear modalities and material characterization will be correlated to determine relationships between materials structure, aging, mechanical loading and deformation and wear of these devices. All the above will be used to develop standards and guidance for use by industry as well as publish validation results. The position is for one year with the possibility of extension to a second year depending on performance and available funding.
Qualifications: We are seeking an interdisciplinary scientist with a Ph.D. and background in the areas of mechanical testing, wear and/or fatigue testing, and polymer or materials science. The candidate should possess good interpersonal skills and be self-motivating, show initiative, and be able to work independently as well as direct undergraduate students. Experience in the following is preferred:
1. MTS and/or Instron load frames.
2. MicroCT analysis, Scanning Electron Microscopy, profilometry, DSC, FTIR, TMA, and AFM or transmission electron microscopy.
3. ASTM and/or ISO standards.
4. Mechanical testing of medical devices.
5. Spine or total joint simulators.
6. Pin-on-disc wear testing.
How to Apply: Qualified applicants may send their cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information of three professional references to OSELRecruitment@fda.hhs.gov. Note this is not a GS position. Please also send these items to the division and project contacts listed below.
Division Contact: Dinesh Patwardhan; Dinesh.Patwardhan@fda.hhs.gov
Project Contacts: Martin McDermott; Martin.Mcdermott@fda.hhs.gov and/or Genevieve Hill; Genevieve.Hill@fda.hhs.gov
OPEN DATE: open now
CLOSING DATE: until we find the suitable candidate
POSITION TITLE: Post-doctoral researcher
POSITION INFORMATION: Post-doctoral researcher in mechanical properties, tribology and polymer degradation of Total Disc Replacement Devices (TDRs)
HOW MANY VACANCIES: 1
LOCATION: FDA’s White Oak Campus, Silver Spring, MD
If you are a Non-US citizen, please inquire about visa options when applying.
Qualifications: We are seeking an interdisciplinary scientist with a Ph.D. and background in the areas of mechanical testing, wear and/or fatigue testing, and polymer or materials science. The candidate should possess good interpersonal skills and be self-motivating, show initiative, and be able to work independently as well as direct undergraduate students. Experience in the following is preferred:
1. MTS and/or Instron load frames.
2. MicroCT analysis, Scanning Electron Microscopy, profilometry, DSC, FTIR, TMA, and AFM or transmission electron microscopy.
3. ASTM and/or ISO standards.
4. Mechanical testing of medical devices.
5. Spine or total joint simulators.
6. Pin-on-disc wear testing.
How to Apply: Qualified applicants may send their cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information of three professional references to OSELRecruitment@fda.hhs.gov. Note this is not a GS position. Please also send these items to the division and project contacts listed below.
Division Contact: Dinesh Patwardhan; Dinesh.Patwardhan@fda.hhs.gov
Project Contacts: Martin McDermott; Martin.Mcdermott@fda.hhs.gov and/or Genevieve Hill; Genevieve.Hill@fda.hhs.gov
OPEN DATE: open now
CLOSING DATE: until we find the suitable candidate
POSITION TITLE: Post-doctoral researcher
POSITION INFORMATION: Post-doctoral researcher in mechanical properties, tribology and polymer degradation of Total Disc Replacement Devices (TDRs)
HOW MANY VACANCIES: 1
LOCATION: FDA’s White Oak Campus, Silver Spring, MD
If you are a Non-US citizen, please inquire about visa options when applying.