Remote Heart Failure Cardiologist SME

Tunnell Government Services, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Tunnell Government Services, Inc. seeks a Cardiologist (Heart Failure SME) to support the FDA CDRH Office of Cardiovascular Devices in a 100% telework role.

The candidate will bring advanced clinical expertise in cardiovascular medicine, including heart failure and transplant care, and will contribute to regulatory reviews, guidance, and strategic advice. Required are an active MD license in the United States, 15+ years of clinical experience, and subspecialty certification.

Qualifications

• MD from an accredited US medical school and an active medical license or registration in a US jurisdiction.
• Fellowship in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology or equivalent subspecialty training.
• 15+ years of relevant clinical experience in cardiovascular medicine.
• Familiarity with FDA medical device regulations (e.g., 21 CFR Part 870).
• Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consulting to assist FDA CDRH with regulatory responsibilities for cardiovascular devices.
• Prepare reviews, data analyses, and written reports; participate in meetings and teleconferences.
• Coordinate with engineers, statisticians, biologists, and other stakeholders on project deliverables.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cardiovascular device practice and regulatory guidance.

Skills

Cardiology expertise

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD from accredited US medical school

Board certification in Cardiology/Internal Medicine

Job description

Tunnell Government Services, Inc. seeks a Cardiologist (Heart Failure SME) to support the FDA CDRH Office of Cardiovascular Devices in a 100% telework role.

The candidate will bring advanced clinical expertise in cardiovascular medicine, including heart failure and transplant care, and will contribute to regulatory reviews, guidance, and strategic advice. Required are an active MD license in the United States, 15+ years of clinical experience, and subspecialty certification.