FDA Compliance Investigator (Entry Level)

FDA; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FDA in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Associate Investigator under streamlined Title 21 hiring authority. The role is a Band W (GS-7 equivalent) entry-level federal position that conducts inspections and analyzes data to promote safety and quality in FDA-regulated industries.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree (or two years of equivalent experience) and involves reviewing compliance with the FD&C Act, preparing reports, and mentoring less experienced staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quality assurance/management, data science, statistics, computer forensics, epidemiology, pharmacy, public health, engineering, food science, law or regulations, or related healthcare or science field.
• Band W requires a bachelor’s degree with no experience, or at least 2 years of comparable experience with FDA-regulated work.
• Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts showing required education.

Responsibilities

• Inspect FDA-regulated establishments to ensure compliance with U.S. laws and regulations.
• Collect samples, conduct inspections, and gather evidence to document violations.
• Apply critical thinking to assess processes, control systems, and quality management practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Investigative techniques

Scientific method

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

FDA in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Associate Investigator under streamlined Title 21 hiring authority. The role is a Band W (GS-7 equivalent) entry-level federal position that conducts inspections and analyzes data to promote safety and quality in FDA-regulated industries.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree (or two years of equivalent experience) and involves reviewing compliance with the FD&C Act, preparing reports, and mentoring less experienced staff.