Science Disclosure Analyst

Food and Drug Administration • Silver Spring, MD

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About The Position

This position is being filled under a stream-lined hiring authority, Title 21 of the United States Code (21 US Code 379d-3a) as amended by the 21st Century Cures Act of 2016, section 3072 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, Section 3624. The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment and be paid under the provisions of this authority. This position is being recruited based on the Title 21 Pay Table 1, Band A (GS-11 equivalent). Duties include reviewing important and sensitive Office responses to FOIA requests, scientific disclosure analysis requests, web posting requirements under the FDA Amendments Act of 2007, and records for advisory committee meetings and international sharing. The role involves conducting scientific disclosure analysis on records containing advanced scientific content, applying understanding of scientific principles and context to make consistent disclosure determinations. It also includes preparing Center draft recommendations for denials of requested information that is exempt from disclosure and providing advice on disclosure of advisory committee records and records for international sharing, with recommendations including sufficient justification and supporting evidence. The position requires monitoring current Office developments to correctly review and analyze records for disclosure, identifying emerging problems reflected in disclosure inquiries, and assisting in developing recommendations for Center action. The analyst will work with the Office of Chief Counsel in preparing background materials and testimony for FDA officials in court cases defending the Agency's disclosure positions.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment within the competitive service.
• Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
• FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Financial Disclosure may be required.
• Ethics Clearance may be required.
• Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation.
• Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification.
• All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug testing upon hiring.
• Appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative applicant drug test result.
• Probationary periods are required for new employees appointed to competitive service positions for the first time; or reinstated employees who return after a break in service of 30-days or more and who have not completed a probationary period.
• Basic Qualification Requirements: A. Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
• Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications.
• You must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.
• Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
• If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Have a bachelor's degree and also have two (2) years of comparable experience providing advice to stakeholders regarding scientific policies and procedures to address emerging issues related to scientific work; using scientific knowledge to implement and ensure compliance of statutory or other requirements for highly technical scientific information; and using scientific information relevant to drugs and/or biological products.
• Have a master's degree and also have one (1) year of comparable experience providing advice to stakeholders regarding scientific policies and procedures to address emerging issues related to scientific work; using scientific knowledge to implement and ensure compliance of statutory or other requirements for highly technical scientific information; and using scientific information relevant to drugs and/or biological products.
• Have a doctorate degree.
• Have a MD/DO/DDS/DPM/DVM degree.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Reviews important and sensitive Office responses to FOIA requests, scientific disclosure analysis requests, web posting requirements under the FDA Amendments Act of 2007, and records for advisory committee meetings and international sharing.
• Conducts scientific disclosure analysis on records containing advanced scientific content, applying understanding of scientific principles and context to make consistent disclosure determinations.
• Prepares Center draft recommendations for denials of requested information that is exempt from disclosure and provides advice on disclosure of advisory committee records and records for international sharing.
• Monitors current Office developments to correctly review and analyze records for disclosure, identifies emerging problems reflected in disclosure inquiries, and assists in developing recommendations for Center action.
• Works with the Office of Chief Counsel in preparing background materials and testimony for FDA officials in court cases defending the Agency's disclosure positions.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level