About FDA

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to protecting and promoting public health.

For over 100 years, FDA employees have worked across the United States and internationally to ensure the safety and effectiveness of human and veterinary medicines, biological products, and medical devices. The FDA also regulates the safety of food, cosmetics, radiation-emitting products, and tobacco products.

FDA's mission is to speed innovations that improve medical product safety, efficacy, and affordability, while providing the public with accurate and science-based information to maintain and enhance health.

The agency plays a key role in national counterterrorism by safeguarding the food supply and advancing medical product developments to address public health threats.

With a workforce of over 18,000 employees spanning various professional disciplines, FDA is committed to advancing public health and safety for all Americans.

Jobs and Training at FDA

The FDA offers diverse career opportunities in fields such as project management, science, statistics, administration, law, and more. The agency provides various programs including internships, fellowships, and new employee onboarding to support career growth.

The FDA currently recruits for roles across multiple centers and departments, with job openings posted on platforms such as USAJobs.

For job inquiries, candidates can contact the FDA recruitment team via [email protected] or [email protected] related to USAJobs vacancies.

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