Description:   opportunities to participate in research on biological effects of potentially toxic chemicals and solutions to toxicology problems that have a major impact on human health and the environment. See www.fda.gov for more information

Discipline(s):   biological sciences; chemistry; computer sciences; mathematics; medicine; toxicology; pharmacology; related scientific disciplines

Eligibility:  No Citizenship Requirements. Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university; or have received an undergraduate or graduate degree within 5 years of the initial appointment date; or serve as a full-time faculty member at an accredited college or university.

Location(s):   National Center for Toxicological Research (Jefferson, Ark.)

Duration:   Varies from one month to one year with renewal options; up to 5 years maximum; full-time or part-time appointments

Additional Duration Information:  Faculty appointments generally for three months with some sabbatical appointments up to one year

Frequency:  Continuing

Awards made:  Number varies

Deadline(s):  Applications accepted on year-round basis

Benefits:  Stipend based on research area(s) and educational level; faculty stipend generally based on regular academic salary

Funding source(s):  U.S. Food and Drug Administration through an interagency agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy

How to apply:  Application materials available at www.orau.gov/partform/fda/application.pdf

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