http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobsNew Scientist Jobshttp://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-research-associate-philadelphia-pa-pa-pennsylvania-200631302.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 22:08:16 +0000196398Senior Research Associate, Philadelphia, PA No relocation! For consideration, applicants must be located near the Philadelphia, PA area. Description: Under the direction of the Director of the Immunology Laboratory, to promote and coordinate the multiple aspects of the growing research program of immunology Laboratory. The job involves performing diverse and complex clinical research activities including, but not limited to, writing study protocols and other research related documents, maintaining IRB and GCRC approval of study protocols, creating and instituting quality assurance procedures, performing research quality bone age and bone mineral density determinations, data management and quantitative analysis, collaborating in developing innovative research and educational programs, writing manuscripts and grant proposals, coordinating activities in multi-center studies, and serving as an educational resource for the laboratory and the Institution. This position has the potential for the candidate to develop into an independent investigator. Qualifications: MD or Ph.D. or equivalent in Immunology or related field with 2 years of experience in pediatric stress/psychometric biomarkers. Previous experience in cell culture, Elisa and PCR preferred. Ability to function independently in a clinical research setting. Excellent writing skills. Excellent communication skills to interact with staff, parents and children. Ability to handle confidential materials. Ability to handle multiple, time dependent tasks. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to use computers, learn new software applications. Ability to manage data and perform quantitative analysis. Ability to write progress reports and scientific manuscripts. To apply please send your CV and three letters of recommendation to Wendy Rochlin by clicking Apply Now. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/study-technician-wi-wisconsin-200644694.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 10:00:49 +0000194133BIOLOGY, ZOOLOGY, ANIMAL SCIENCE and CHEMISTRY GRADS. We have the PERFECT opportunity for you! At Covance, you can make a difference by helping to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing medicines to people around the world. Our commitment to this mission has resulted in Covance's impressive history of company stability and growth. We've achieved these results by fostering a work environment that encourages, develops and leverages our team's capabilities. Imagine being involved in cutting edge projects that change the course of our industry on a daily basis. At Covance, one of the world's largest and most comprehensive drug development service companies, you will have an opportunity to build an exciting career while you make a direct impact on the lives of millions. We are currently seeking a variety of Study Technicians for our laboratory located in beautiful Madison, Wisconsin, and relocation and interview travel assistance is available! We are seeking study technicians for the following areas: Toxicology In-Life - Collects, documents, and manages pertinent data related to Toxicology studies, including laboratory animal observations, test material administration and sample collection. Pathology - Performs basic necropsy or histology tasks on a variety of laboratory animals. Metabolism In-Life - Collects, documents, and manages pertinent study data, but also tracks the test material as it travels through the body. Studies can include a variety of laboratory animals. Experience in pet stores, animal labs, farms, kennels, breeders, veterinary clinics, or other experience with animals should be indicated on your resume! The minimum education, experience and qualifications for the Technician positions include: A Bachelor's degree in Science or an Associate degree in either Laboratory Animal Technology or Veterinary Technology. Experience may be substituted for education. At Covance, we help make the miracles of medicine a reality. We offer opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues while building a flexible and rewarding career. Covance's ongoing success offers team members unsurpassed growth and career development opportunities. There is no better time to join us! Covance is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. (M/F/D/V). Your confidentiality and privacy are important to us. Start time 7:30 End time 4:15 Days per week 5 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/professional-healthcare-representative-waterbury-ct-ct-connecticut-200643872.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 04:01:43 +0000193740The Professional Healthcare Representative may have a variety of roles, such as the responsibility for sales targets and physician relationships within a specific geography. The Professional Healthcare Representative must demonstrate a strong understanding of necessary disease states and possess a solid ability to communicate necessary technical, scientific, and product and disease management information to customers. The Professional Healthcare Representative will provide the most current information pertaining to Pfizer products and their approved indications in a manner which will ensure the appropriate use of these products and achieve the business potential of the territory. Qualifications: • Bachelors Degree • Demonstrated business acumen • Proficiency using sales data/call reporting software/applications • Outside sales experience preferred Functional / Technical Skills can include: • Promotes broad portfolio of products (up to 9 total); Strong knowledge of disease states, therapeutic areas, and products • Drives sales in assigned accounts/with assigned physician targets • Cultivates relationships with KOLs; build lasting relationships with priority doctors • Assesses needs of target physicians; Addresses needs with responsive approach, targeted skills, and appropriate resources • Develops superior selling, technical and relationship building skills • Executes priorities of District Business Manager Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visas, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R6378125807956 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/sr-corp-counsel-nj-new-jersey-200642463.htmThu, 19 Nov 2009 10:52:17 +0000191918Responsibilities: - Provide advice and counsel to the Consumer Business Unit. - Counsel commercial, research and manufacturing functions. - Support litigation matters, acquisitions, licenses and alliances. - Support industry collaborations. - Support retailer and other key stakeholder relationships - Client groups include US and WW marketing; medical; sales and customer support; R&D; public affairs, public relations and policy; WWBD Qualifications: The candidate must have the following qualifications, skills, and attributes: (i) J.D. or equivalent and a member of a state bar of New York or New Jersey; (ii) minimum of [7 years’] experience, including relevant experience in the area of managed care; (iii) strong understanding of the regulatory framework and advertising/promotion issues, including prosecution and defense of advertising challenges; (iv) strong background in the drafting and negotiation of complex contracts; (v) must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to translate to clients the understanding of the varying regulations and the impact on their day to day work; (vi) must have a strong work ethic and possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet client demand; (vii) must have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and must be able to work well across the organization (viii) must have strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills. The position reports into the Chief Counsel for the Consumer Business Unit and will be located in Madison. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visas, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R6115125807945 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/medical-writer-ii-wi-wisconsin-200642407.htmWed, 18 Nov 2009 09:34:43 +0000189304At Covance, you can make a difference by helping to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing medicines to people around the world. Our commitment to this mission has resulted in Covance's impressive history of company stability and growth. We've achieved these results by fostering a work environment that encourages, develops and leverages our team's capabilities. Covance's ongoing success offers team members unsurpassed growth and career development opportunities. There is no better time to join us! Exciting career in Medical Writing! The Medical Writer II is responsible for the production of study protocols, clinical study reports (CSRs), Investigator's Brochures, and other documents as needed. Acts as a scientific leader of the Pharmacometrics project team on the reporting of Phase I/II studies. Provides guidance and leadership to ensure successful project completion. Interpretation of clinical, pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and statistical results as appropriate for Phase I/II studies. Provision and training of Medical Writers, Associate Medical Writers, and Editors as appropriate. It is the responsibility of each employee to foster excellent working relationships with all clients, both internal and external, with the highest quality of service in a safe and cost-effective manner on time, every time. Duties and Responsibilities : . Writes and coordinates the development of simple to complex study protocols and protocol amendments. . Prepares scientifically valid draft and final CSRs (i.e., interim and abbreviated clinical study reports to fully integrated clinical study reports), including the scientific interpretation of data and writing of clinical, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic results, discussion and conclusions, for studies of advanced complexity conducted at Covance and other sites, in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with Covance/Sponsor Standard Operating Procedures and regulatory requirements. . May perform review of CSRs for content, presentation, scientific presentation and validity for allocated studies and resolves any issues with the Covance project team before the draft CSR is issued. . Responds to Quality Assurance Audit and Sponsor comments on the CSR, amends CSR as appropriate and incorporates review findings prior to dispatch of CSR to Sponsor. . May allocate resources to meet needs related to the production of CSRs and protocols. . Identifies and resolves problems related to the production of CSRs and protocols. . Reviews data listings and study data as appropriate, prior to database lock, for consistency and scientific integrity. . Participates in the review of the draft and final SAP, in cooperation with the assigned Covance project team. Reviews SAPs for assigned studies to ensure the data presentation and analysis methodology are consistent with the study objectives. . Communicates with the internal staff and the external study contact(s) to obtain all relevant information needed to adhere to the project schedule. . Consults with internal/external clients to determine their needs and suggests/guides plans to accomplish these needs. . Mentors and trains Medical Writers, Associate Medical Writers, and Editors as appropriate. . Provides guidance and leadership to the pharmacometrics project team to ensure successful project completion. . Provision and development of intra- and inter-departmental training to Covance staff as appropriate. . Represents the company at scientific meetings, meetings with clients, and audits as applicable. . Represents the department in inter-department and working groups. . Constantly looks for ways to improve the efficiency and quality of work processes. Education/Qualifications . BS or MS degree in Science/Medical field. Experience may be substituted for education.(PhD preferred.) . Good scientific writing skills. . Knowledge in the use of word processing computer software. Experience . 4-5 years professional medical writing related experience. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-drug-safety-associate-nj-new-jersey-200641131.htmTue, 17 Nov 2009 09:05:56 +0000186738Assist with the overall Clinical Safety and/or Pharmacovigilance operations associated with products including the entire adverse events process: which may include safety data collected from clinical trials. Manage and process expeditable adverse events to the required standard and submit them to the client and the regulatory agencies (if required) within the agreed/stated timelines. o entry of safety data onto adverse event database(s) and tracking systems o review of adverse events for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness for expedited reporting o write patient narratives o code adverse events accurately using MedDRA o determine expectedness/listedness against appropriate label o provide independent QC of AE reports for other members of the group Maintain a strong understanding of Covance's ARGUS database conventions Begin to participate and demonstrate leadership on projects which enhance team and/or division performance. Monitor workflow for assigned studies/programs to ensure all deadlines are met. . Draft/modify and deliver safety presentations o Serious Adverse Event reporting at Investigator meetings o Client capabilities meetings, as appropriate o "Department Overview" to internal clients Client-related aspects of the position . Begin to develop knowledge of Drug Safety Service costing activities. . Begin to prepare Adverse Event Reporting Plans (AERPs), Reconciliation Plans and other safety-specific plans ensuring optimal efficiency. Education/Qualifications 4-year science degree; nursing/pharmacy preferred Experience 3-4 years solid safety experience http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/regulatory-liaison-ca-california-200639962.htmSat, 14 Nov 2009 11:42:21 +0000183715Position Purpose: - Influence and ensure overall success of regulatory compliance within WWCM-La Jolla and alignment with global WWCM and PGRD regulatory endeavors. - Assist in all aspects of animal research compliance as needed, with a primarily focus on quality assurance and IACUC coordination. - Influence and ensure overall success of Continuous Improvement within WWCM-La Jolla in alignment with global WWCM and PGRD endeavors. - Ensure tactical execution of global WWCM Strategic Imperatives. Organizational Relationships: - Reports to the Associate Director of Regulatory Compliance/Site Administration and Business Resources (SABR). - Representative to appropriate various WWCM Limited Duration Teams and Standing Teams. - Works closely with all members of the animal care and welfare program to ensure that animal research is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as AAALACi expectations and Institutional policies related to the care and use of animals in research. Primary Duties: - Audit and evaluate systems, operations, and/or processes for compliance with appropriate SOPs and regulatory requirements, including writing and following up on audit reports. - Track and report on observed quality and compliance trends in the areas inspected. - Identify and communicate opportunities for continuous improvement in ongoing activities based on audit/inspection findings. - Facilitate the smooth and efficient operation of the site IACUC and related subcommittees, including facilitating animal use protocol review using a web-based system, coordinating and documenting IACUC meetings and semiannual reviews, and record-keeping. - Participate in regulatory inspections/site visits as needed, including maintaining the AAALACi Program Description: - Develop and maintain SOPs/guidelines and propose changes to current practices and policies as appropriate. - Assist investigators in understanding IACUC expectations and in the writing and preparation of animal use protocols; Provide expertise and interpretation of animal welfare regulations to investigators as needed. - Oversee all activities related to the post-approval monitoring (PAM) program; including scheduling, coordinating, participating in, documenting, and ensuring follow up on all PAM activities. - Develop, implement, and provide effective regulatory educational programs for members of the animal care and use program. - Develop and implement a robust document control process, including SOP management, versioning, document retrieval during audits/inspections, and archiving. - Serve as representative on local, site, and global teams. - Provide backup support for the day to day management of the animal use protocol review process, using web-based protocol tracking system. Training & Education Minimum Requirements: - BS/BA in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience); MS, DVM or Ph.D. preferred. - Five years experience in a biomedical research setting, with a working knowledge of animal facility operations and regulatory requirements governing animal research. - Ability to function independently with minimal supervision and the capacity to expand areas of expertise and learn new skills to meet changing needs. - Excellent organization skills, including scheduling, follow-up, and attention to detail. - Excellent interpersonal skills and a cooperative and communicative nature. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency with a variety of computer systems. Preferred: - Direct experience in animal welfare oversight, quality assurance, and IACUC functions. - Comprehensive knowledge of regulations and guidelines pertaining to animal care and use in a research setting. - Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities. - Experience working collaboratively in committees to achieve results. - CPIA certification, AALAS certification and/or Society of Quality Assurance certification. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer Inc: Working together for a healthier world Founded in 1849, Pfizer is the world's premier biopharmaceutical company taking new approaches to better health. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver quality, safe and effective prescription medicines to treat and help prevent disease for both people and animals. We also partner with healthcare providers, governments and local communities around the world to expand access to our medicines and to provide better quality health care and health system support. At Pfizer, colleagues in more than 90 countries work every day to help people stay happier and healthier longer and to reduce the human and economic burden of disease worldwide. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R4938125807956 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/business-management-lead-ca-california-200639961.htmSat, 14 Nov 2009 11:40:06 +0000183714Position Purpose: - Influence and ensure overall success of resource management function within WWCM-La Jolla and alignment with global WWCM and PGRD resource management endeavors. - Align key financial capabilities (capital and operational budget) of WWCM-La Jolla organization. - Implementation of a global IT strategy that supports business and regulatory compliance requirements. - Influence and ensure overall success of Continuous Improvement within WWCM-La Jolla in alignment with global WWCM and PGRD endeavors. - Manage and ensure overall success of WWCM-La Jolla and cross-line business activities. - Ensure tactical execution of global WWCM Sourcing Strategy and Strategic Imperatives. Organizational Relationships: - Reports to the Associate Director of Regulatory Compliance/Site Administration and Business Resources (SABR). - Representative to appropriate various WWCM Limited Duration Teams, WWCM Global Procurement Steering Committee (GPSC). - Primary point of contact for Finance - Serve as single point of accountability for WWCM-La Jolla in the areas of data management and IT. Resources Managed: - WWCM-La Jolla Capital and Expense budgets - WWCM-La Jolla Supply Ordering and Supply Receipt processes Primary Duties: Resource Management: - Accountable for successful integration of resource forecasting (strategic and operational) aligned with WWCM and PGRD. - Coordinate and ensure support of strategic staffing endeavors for WWCM-La Jolla. - Work with line leadership to improve processes, increase efficiency, reduce costs, augment financial reporting and ensure strategic budget planning. - Manage WWCM-La Jolla outsourcing activities, including serving as a resource for WWCM and partner lines on outsourcing decisions. - Serve as WWCM-La Jolla Business Continuity Coordinator including updating WWCM-La Jolla BC plan as needed, plan and coordinate BC and disaster recovery training, serve as WWCM-La Jolla representative to site Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery teams. - Understand and monitor contract activities and work with line leadership and vendors to ensure that contractual obligations are satisfactorily met. - Serve as WWCM-La Jolla point of contact for contractual negotiations with internal and external resources. Tools/Processes: - Accountable for ensuring global consistency in how we plan, track, report, and model our resources - Promote a culture of agility and continuous improvement within the function and in alignment with evolving organizational needs. - Utilize and/or Manage the following tools: GVCM, OBM, GPSC, Activity Tracker, Business Objects, Ariba, Cognos Compliance: - Participate and implement capital management optimization with WWCM and WWCM-La Jolla. - Ensure compliance with USDA, AAALACi, and other guidance or regulatory bodies regarding operations and finance systems. IT: - Ensure WWCM-La Jolla alignment in use of global IT systems that support business and regulatory compliance, including serving as the line information security officer. Training & Education Minimum Requirements: - Graduate degree especially MBA preferred. - A minimum of 5 years of relevant business experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or related industry required. - Strong analytical skills and be able to create and maintain successful cross-divisional, cross-functional relationships. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency with a variety of computer systems and excellent interpersonal skills and a cooperative and communicative nature. - Able to function independently with minimal supervision and have the capacity to expand areas of expertise and learn new skills to meet changing line needs. Preferred: - Budget and team management experience. - Proven ability to set and communicate strategy and to align with individuals across sites, either in a matrix or hard line reporting relationship. - Experience working in a matrix teams within and across technical/research line organizations. - Experience in Financial management. - Experience working in a global and multicultural organization, including working across national and international boundaries. - Strong leadership skills. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer Inc: Working together for a healthier world Founded in 1849, Pfizer is the world's premier biopharmaceutical company taking new approaches to better health. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver quality, safe and effective prescription medicines to treat and help prevent disease for both people and animals. We also partner with healthcare providers, governments and local communities around the world to expand access to our medicines and to provide better quality health care and health system support. At Pfizer, colleagues in more than 90 countries work every day to help people stay happier and healthier longer and to reduce the human and economic burden of disease worldwide. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R4935125807953 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/field-sales-manager-cad-customer-alliance-director-focus-illinois-il-illinois-200639957.htmSat, 14 Nov 2009 11:21:52 +0000183713Qualifications: • BA/BS Degree required. MBA or advanced degree in a related field preferred. • A minimum of 5 years experience working in a healthcare entity such as Health Plan Quality Department and/or in Healthcare consulting is strongly preferred. • Experience with Healthcare Consulting at all levels up to C-Suite is strongly preferred • A strong business background, as well as excellent managerial skills--preferably within a cross-functional team are critical for success. • Excellent presentation skills and influencing skills with a strategic focus is required. • Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills are necessary to manage diverse needs, meet deadlines, and monitor and evaluate results. • Focus on results and accountability to performance targets essential. • This position will require up to 10% travel as needed to develop internal and external relationships Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visa, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R4739125807955 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/scientific-it-specialist-on-ontario-200636601.htmWed, 11 Nov 2009 16:26:24 +0000177947Scientific IT Specialist Scope of Position: The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics (PI) seeks a creative individual with experience in both scientific research and information technology (IT) to fill a new hybrid research / IT position within the Institute. The successful applicant will bring his / her own vision to the position and help define it. A key aspect of the position is to assist PI’s scientific staff in making effective use of IT resources. We expect this position’s activities to evolve over time as needs and opportunities arise. The initial mandate of the position is twofold. First, directly assisting Researchers in their use of IT resources and improving their ability to use currently known and available tools. Second, provide leadership by introducing Researchers to the best new IT resources that are available to them. This would include defining and sharing knowledge regarding these practices with the rest of the worldwide theoretical physics community, furthering PI’s role as a community resource. This includes but is not limited to: the use of end-user software, software coding, collaboration technologies, and social networking tools. On a case-by-case basis, the successful applicant may also negotiate a fraction of his / her time for use in independent research. Major Duties and Responsibilities: • Act as a knowledge broker among Researchers. That is, find and test new programs and practices, advertise them, and be prepared to train others in their use • Research and follow up on suggestions made by others regarding new software packages, equipment, etc. and their applicability to PI's research; • Participate in the creation of a "standard", yet highly productive, Researcher IT environment (desktop hardware, software set-up), maximizing the use of open source software and/or popular commercial packages; • As demand dictates, be a liaison with SHARCNET (or other HPC) resources. Be ready to help researchers to gain the expertise available at these facilities. Assist with the deployment and management of any PI large scale computing clusters. • Work with other IT staff to refine standard IT service and support to better suit PI’s scientific community • Bring or quickly develop an expert level knowledge in the use of the main packages used by Researchers, including Mathematica, Maple, LaTeX, etc.; • Bring in depth knowledge of Linux and to a lesser extent Windows/Mac to assist Researchers with technical problems; participate in architectural planning for efficient use of IT throughout a research program Candidate Profile: Education: A PhD or PhD-level experience in Physics, Math, Computer Science or closely related discipline which necessitated the in depth use of IT resources Experience • Familiarity and comfort with scientific / scientist culture and operating procedures • Extensive experience conducting research in Physics (preferred) or a closely related discipline; i.e., direct familiarity with research processes • Expert level IT skills, particularly with respect to Researcher end user applications • Experience working in a team environment in a support role • Ideally, operational experience in IT systems Leadership Skills, Knowledge and Attributes • A positive, outgoing personality with a genuine interest in engaging Researchers and assisting them to improve their use of IT • Dynamic, quick-learner who can deal easily with the rapidly changing demands and possibilities of IT technology and researcher needs • Able to build strong relationships within the Research community and become a trusted, expert advisor • Strong verbal and written skills. The candidate must be able to demonstrate and communicate improved ways of using IT through a variety of media and presentation methods • Ability to advocate for the effective use of technology within the research community both within PI and externally • Teamwork-oriented problem solving attitude Qualified and interested applicants are invited to apply online at by clicking Apply Now under the “Careers” section by Friday, December 11, 2009. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/fellow-novel-drug-delivery-technology-theraputics-ma-massachusetts-200636752.htmWed, 11 Nov 2009 16:05:41 +0000177911In this highly visible role you will work to proactively identify, evaluate, and negotiate feasibility studies of novel technology for customized therapies. You will take a leadership role in identifying potential external opportunities and leading a multi-disciplinary team in the evaluation process and drive internal consensus on opportunities before they move to negotiation phase and negotiate or support the BD&L negotiator in deal structuring/negotiation exercises, as appropriate. The ideal candidate will be highly independent and organized, with the ability to independently manage complex projects, while at the same time be capable of working within a team environment. You will be a self starter, work with urgency and have superior analytical and communicative skills. You will have a creative mind in order to establish innovative business solutions and concepts. Strong consensus builder, influencing and entrepreneurial skills will be critical. Personal impact, reliability and a pro-active hands-on attitude will be essential factors to succeed in this role. You will be part of a cross-functional team in Cambridge, MA evaluating and integrating novel technology proactively to deliver patient centric and personalized therapeutic solutions. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/sr-managermanager-global-marketing-research-ny-new-york-200635991.htmWed, 11 Nov 2009 14:46:02 +0000177613Plan, direct and manage market research projects and activities related to strategic decision making and business operations for the Companion Animal division of Pfizer Animal Health, including the design, analysis, and reporting of actionable recommendations. Collaborate extensively with new products marketing, business development, VMRD and regional marketing, veterinary operations and field sales personnel. Maintain contact with market research professionals in the industry to stay abreast of new techniques and services. Conduct market research studies to optimize and improve product concept, pricing, positioning and all marketing elements. Assess and evaluate new opportunities through primary and secondary market research analyses. • Approximately 50% focus on primary marketing research and 50% secondary data analysis and reporting • Approximately 50% focus on in-line brand support and 50% new products and strategic planning. I. Work closely with Regional Marketing to provide expert insight and consultation regarding current and new products, market and competitive landscapes to allow the implementation of strategies to generate above market growth, focusing on key growth drivers in major markets. II. Work actively with New Products Marketing and Business Development in evaluating discovery and development product candidates via primary market research, analysis of secondary data sources and sales forecast modeling and developing long term strategic plans. Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree is required. An MBA is preferred. A marketing focus complimented with a strong analytical, market research with a strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills. A minimum of 5 years experience in related sales, marketing, market research or consulting is required. A minimum of 3 years in market research and expertise in common primary and secondary data methodologies and techniques is required. Animal Health or Pharmaceutical industry experience is highly preferred. Candidate should also have strong analytical skills, marketing orientation, computer skills, and the ability to communicate effectively through written documents and oral presentations. Competencies desired- Strong decision making and influencing skills; Action-oriented; Team-focused; Analytical Mindset; Strong communications Skills; Client-service oriented and responsive with a sense of urgency. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visa, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R3872125807952 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-director-clinical-data-management-nj-new-jersey-200635976.htmWed, 11 Nov 2009 14:41:53 +0000177608The major responsibility of this position includes the strategic, operational and administrative oversight of the Consumer Healthcare (CH) Clinical Data Management. Other key responsibilities of this position include system owner of the clinical data management system, business continuity plan development and ownership, , coordination of clinical data input from several sources, liaison with Clinical Operations and the leadership/participation of process and technical improvement initiatives, and liaise with Business Systems and Processes on disaster recovery approach. As the designated system owner, support/ensure development and implementation of quality technology systems in accordance with IS Standard Operating Procedures/Policies and regulatory requirements. Work closely with Business Systems and Processes and CH Compliance management in the areas of technical and process design, validation and change management. Departmental Operations/Administration: Oversight of the operational/administrative activities for the Clinical Data Management team and prioritization of projects. Interface and resolve daily needs and expectations. This includes but is not limited too; - Manage / oversight of Clinical Data Management staff and contractors - Review and approval of service requests - Allocation of office space and equipment - Assure authorized/trained staff have access to required systems - Assure security checks and building access - Assure Clinical Data Management staff and contractors are fully trained - Clinical Data Management Team Representative on Clinical Project Teams - Serves as principal representative to clinical project teams in protocol planning and review of activities - Assures proper data workflow processes are in place - Participates in review and selection of CROs involved in data generation of clinical data, laboratory data or other study related data - Coordinates data entry, database design, verification and validation activities within data management group and among various sources of clinical data Business Continuity Planning: - Plays a key role in Business Continuity planning activities; - Administer, maintain, and assure periodic review/exercises of the business continuity plans - Liaise with the Business Systems and Processes team to ensure disaster recovery plans align with the business continuity plans, and are reviewed and exercised per the SOP requirements. - Oversight of the Consumer Heath Clinical Data Management business continuity plans. Budget and Finance: - Responsible for preparing annual budget requirements for Clinical Data Management - Builds, maintains and tracks budget allocations - Ensure global expenditures are effectively managed - Prepare/maintain purchase orders and review/approve monthly invoices for vendors and contractors Special Project Management: - Provide leadership and participation on special projects and/or cross-functional teams involving process and technology improvements; e.g. Thermacare Clinical Database Project Submission Ready Components (SRC) Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in life science, computer science or related field. MS, PhD or PharmD preferred. - 10 years total work experience in Clinical Data Management - 5 years experience in the pharmaceutical/ consumer healthcare industry - 5 years in management/supervision - 3-5 years in project management - Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously - Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills - Excellent organization and follow-up skills - Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer Inc: Working together for a healthier world™ Founded in 1849, Pfizer is the world's premier biopharmaceutical company taking new approaches to better health. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver quality, safe and effective prescription medicines to treat and help prevent disease for both people and animals. We also partner with healthcare providers, governments and local communities around the world to expand access to our medicines and to provide better quality health care and health system support. At Pfizer, colleagues in more than 90 countries work every day to help people stay happier and healthier longer and to reduce the human and economic burden of disease worldwide. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R3832125807948 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/contracts-analyst-ms-mississippi-200633327.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 15:59:30 +0000171524Contracts Analyst Based in Dublin Coordination and preparation of contracts for new business opportunities and management of the change orders for out of scope activities on existing contracts JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Change Orders Coordinate and prepare change orders for existing EU/ROW business Clarify change order specifications with the Project Manager and liaise directly with clients to negotiate and secure executed change order within agreed timelines and policies Contracts Assist in the coordination and preparation of contractual agreements for new EU/ROW business awards Clarify contract specifications with the Business Development Department or the Account Executive and/or Legal Affairs, to ensure that the contract specifications are consistent with the final awarded proposal document Coordination/Management Solicit input and review of contracts and change orders from the relevant operational departments Ensure that the relevant Commercial Affairs Manager and the Account Executive are apprised of the status of the contract and change order preparations Provide the relevant information required for negotiations and discussions with clients regarding cost proposals/change orders/contracts to the Commercial Affairs Manager and Account Executive Process Submit approved contracts and change orders, on time, to client or to Account Executive File submitted contracts and change orders and any corresponding costing sheets centrally as agreed General Prepare and maintain electronic and paper files of all contractual documentation Undertake other reasonably related duties as may be assigned from time to time. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: University degree in science / biomedical area or equivalent Prior experience in the CRO or pharmaceutical industry is desirable Excellent communication and organizational skills. Negotiation experience desirable. Must be a self-starter and able to function in a high-paced, dynamic environment. Excellent working knowledge of MS Office packages with particularly high competency in excel The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines We are dedicated to the clinical research industry, offering candidates a unique service including our free \"Pipeline Watch\" career advisory consultation. To find out more call us on 0118 9594990 or email apply@clinicalprofessionals.co.uk http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/director-economic-and-policy-analysis-ny-new-york-200633137.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 15:03:12 +0000171355The Economic & Policy Analysis group at Pfizer Inc, is a diverse team of economics and policy experts that advises senior leadership on matters relating to healthcare policy and the effect on the pharmaceutical business. The team also initiates and manages pharmaceutical policy research projects with external consulting firms and leading academic centers and communicates the findings. Economic & Policy Analysis provides high quality analytic driven policy support to Pfizer business units, government relations functions and the Research and Development organization. The main responsibilities for this position include the following: • Develop well grounded economic arguments to support incentives for innovation, limit price controls and access restrictions, protect intellectual property, encourage private and competitive health reform with comprehensive benefits and other local policy related issues. • Analyze pharmaceutical related data and draw conclusion to support business relevant policy issues • Collaborate with economists to develop and disseminate research to support Worldwide Public Affairs and Policy business objectives aligned to Pfizer business unit goals • Quickly analyze and provide insightful commentary on studies related to the pharmaceutical industry to educate the policy debate • Provide talking points and guidance to senior leadership on pharmaceutical policy grounded in economic theory Qualifications: These qualifications, experiences, and skills are highly desirable; however, they do not preclude exceptions based on an individual’s performance history and demonstrated potential • Pharmaceutical business knowledge preferred; 3-5 years of experience in industry with significant experience in an analysis driven environment • Strong and demonstrated analytic skills and abilities, particularly grounded in economics, statistics and policy. • Analytical and technical capabilities including effectively translating pharmaceutical market data to meaningful information and conclusions. • Knowledge of Pfizer products or a track record of being able to very rapidly learn a broad portfolio. • Project Management experience and ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks • Fluent in both written and spoken English. • A Masters or Ph.D. degree in Economics, Statistics or a related field is preferred. • Strong oral and written communicator • Ability to develop and maintain relationships in the academic and policy community • Ability to react quickly, multitask and provide quick insight based on instinct and experience Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visa, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R2700125807941 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/director-lead-for-cgc-brand-marketing-spirivaaricept-primary-care-business-unit-ny-new-york-200633161.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 14:38:11 +0000171274Description: The Corporate and Government Customer Brand Team is responsible for identifying and applying deep C&G Customer insights to deliver open access and greater value of our products and Pfizer to our customers while maximizing the value of our brands. The C&GC brand team operates in an environment that continuously embraces and encourages the implementation of innovative ideas and creates a culture of collaboration and teamwork within and across customer teams. As a lead of the C&GC brand team you will be responsible for shaping and executing brand CGC customer strategies and programs based on deep customer insights for each CGC segment. Focus: The Director, CGC Brand Marketing will: - Identify most valuable CGC segments to the brand (s) - Develop and executes CGC pull-through strategies - Manage assigned projects and marketing relationships - Keep team notified of project and plan progress - Work with HCP or Patient customer team to shape cross-brand segmentation and priorities Talent Development and Management: - Motivate and inspire others to achieve results, sustaining focus on performance - Provide constructive and actionable performance-based feedback to others Execution:: - Identify and prioritize key opportunities by Customer type and anticipate and address future competitive threats - Work with contracting to understand individual customer strategy within assigned Regions - Lead customer focused market research and ad boards with key experts to gather input/insights and translate into actionable, practical strategies for growth - Lead Market analytics support for the function and determine future business needs - Ensure operational success of the team by managing resources - Develop and execute brands strategy for C&G C conventions - Develop key deliverables as needed (e.g. presentations, materials) - Organize projects and activities and prioritize efforts such that markets or customers with largest commercial potential receive appropriate attention - Coordinate and align work across cross-functional and marketing colleagues, agencies, and other stakeholders to implement tactics Qualifications: - Ability to generate deep, targeted customer insights and integrate into business decisions. - Ability to identify and capture cross-brand and cross-customer synergies. - Ability to operate in both functional and brand environment. - Ability to balance short and long term priorities. - Demonstrated initiative, strong strategic and leadership skills. - Solid analytical and strategic thinking; ability to translate strategy and analysis to a tactical, executable level. - Ability to synthesize complex information and distill critical customer driven insights to drive brand performance. - Ability to work effectively in a customer and brand team-based environment and partner with internal and external stakeholders. - Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. - Strong project and process management skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize/multi-task effectively. - Pharmaceutical marketing and strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical marketplace are essential. - Bachelor’s degree required. MBA/MPH preferred. - 10-15 years of experience preferred. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visa, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R2774125807952 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/sr-corporate-counsel-corporate-and-governmental-customers-cgc-group-ny-new-york-200633141.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 14:28:56 +0000171245Provide transactional support for contracts with managed care organizations. This includes working with the Contracting Strategy Group and Account Managers on commercial, Medicare Part D and government contracts and working with the Customer Strategy Group to develop strategic plans for managed care customers. Provide client counseling on healthcare law, especially with respect to managed care matters. This includes advising Marketing, Medical and Sales on issues involving (i) financial transactions with managed care organizations (ii) marketing initiatives/ tools to be utilized with employers and managed care organizations and (iii) collaborations with industry organizations and associations on national health trends (i.e., Pay for Performance and Patient Centered Medical Home). Provide informal and formal healthcare law compliance training to sales, marketing and medical through combination of live and video training sessions. Qualifications: The candidate must have the following qualifications, skills, and attributes: (i) J.D. or equivalent and a member of a state bar of New York or equivalent; (ii) minimum of 7 years transactional experience, including a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the area of managed care; (iii) strong understanding of the fraud & abuse laws and the payer market (iv) strong background in the drafting and negotiation of complex contracts; (v) must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to translate to clients the understanding of the varying regulations and the impact on their day to day work; (vi) must have a strong work ethic and possess the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet client demand; (vii) must have the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and must be able to work well across the organization; (viii) must have strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills. The position reports into the Lead Counsel for the U.S. Corporate and Governmental Customers Group (“CGC”) and will be located in New York. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visa, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R2710125807942 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/research-assistant-temporary-field-trial-support-ia-iowa-200632946.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 12:27:04 +0000170888Supports the Regulatory Field Operations team. Assists with plot maintenance and sampling on in-house field, growth chamber and greenhouse trials. Assists with supplying seed for field trials managed by Field Operations. Duties/Responsibilities In-House Study Management: Provides plant care on weekends and holidays for Ankeny, IA growth chamber facility. Keeps facility clean and organized. Discards plants and soil as needed. Cleans chambers using vacuums, cleansers, and brooms or scrub brushes. Discards trash and readies bio-hazard waste for decontamination. Assists with in-house studies conducted in the greenhouse, growth chambers, lab, and field. Use hand tools to collect samples. Operate company vehicle to transport personnel, supplies, and samples to and from Johnston, IA facility. Assist with method and development work in greenhouse, lab, and field. Assist with study documentation. Seed Management: May assist with seed counting/packaging. Operate automated seed counter and scales. May assist with seed inventory and discard. Clean seed. Take actions to ensure Good Laboratory Practices are followed during all seed and equipment handling procedures. Solve minor problems associated with equipment. Prioritize workload to meet departmental timelines. Use knowledge and experience to appropriately determine action to be taken to resolve issues relating to Field Operations activities. Educational Qualifications Desired High school diploma or equivalent is required. Competencies and Experience Desired Growth chamber or greenhouse experience is an advantage. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work in enclosed chamber with loud noise, bright lights conditions and high pollen levels. Must be able to work in a team environment and be able to follow detailed instructions. Ability to work effectively in a multitasking environment. Ability to handle confidential information in an appropriate manner. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in use of MS Office Suite. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/technology-process-specialist-pr-puerto-rico-200630344.htmThu, 05 Nov 2009 10:24:13 +0000168253Responsibilities: - Validation of new processess or equipments, process upgrades to incorporate new regulatory requirements, and process changes as required to utilize new components or materials. Define alternative solutions, and decision criteria used to evaluate the alternatives. - Designs and specifies equipment functional operating requirements. Defines process, material, and product specifications for both control and response variables. - Troubleshoots and resolves process issues, diagnosing technical problems and identifying short- and long-term solutions. - Collaborate with Development groups during the development of new products to provide a commercial operations perspective to process design and development of new products. Qualifications: -Bachelor Degree, preferably in Engineering (e.g. Chemical or Industrial), or Natural Sciences (e.g. Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry), which may be acceptable when supplemented with technical work experience. - Six to eight years of industrial experience in validation processess of solid dosage, process technology transfer, packaging validation and cleaning validation. - Robust knowledge in solid dosage manufacturing process & troubleshooting - Training in current Good Manufacturing Practices, and other appropriate sections of the Code of Federal Regulations, regulatory guidance documents and current industry practices for process engineering, validation, production, or regulatory affairs. - Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish, attention to detail and accuracy, and interpersonal skills. Throughout our 153 years, a legacy of caring for others has been at the heart of everything we do at Pfizer. This commitment is no less important when it comes to our employees. Pfizer wants to ensure that employees have resources to help them develop and succeed both in their careers and personal lives. One way we can achieve this is through our comprehensive benefits program, which offers employees and their eligible dependents the variety and flexibility to help address their needs at different stages in life. Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. For certain classes of temporary visa, the resulting work authorization may be specific to Pfizer and the specific job and/or work site. Pfizer may at its business discretion decide to or refrain from obtaining, maintaining and/or extending the temporary visa status and/or sponsoring a colleague for permanent residence and /or employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified U.S. workers and the colleague's long-term prospects for securing lawful permanent residence, among other reasons. Employment applicants requiring immigration sponsorship must disclose, when initial application for employment is made, whether or not they are legally authorized to work for Pfizer in the U.S. and, if so, whether that authorization permits them to work in the job they seek. In no case should Pfizer's support of a colleague's temporary visa application or sponsorship of a colleague for permanent residence be construed to guarantee success of that application or amend or otherwise invalidate the "at-will" employment relationship between the colleague and Pfizer. HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R2161125807942 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/global-research-operations-information-manager-ma-massachusetts-200629693.htmWed, 04 Nov 2009 09:06:47 +0000165933Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR) seeks a highly motivated, enthusiastic, Global Research Operations Information Manager to be responsible for the design, development, continuous content management, and day-to-day functional operation of the combined intranet and Sharepoint site for Global Research Operations, a critical group within Novartis's Drug Discovery Division (NIBR). This person will be an integral part of a fast-paced, dynamic, organization and will indirectly supervise resources based in Cambridge, MA; Basel Switzerland; and Emeryville, CA. Key responsibilities include: . Act as a liaison for Global Research Operations to the NIBR Information Technology and Automation Services Group and the NIBR Communications Group regarding web and other technology interfaces and communications . Establish within the context of the intranet / Sharepoint strategy and framework of Global Research Operations a master design that creates a common "look and feel" for Research Operations internal customers across NIBR globally . Consistently seek and implement best practices in the effective design and use of web-based tools to communicate with internal customers and support the effective management of projects . Implement customer-facing tools on the intranet / Sharepoint site, including an interactive metrics sub-site, customer satisfaction feedback loops, and "push" communications approaches for urgent and non-urgent communications . Work with global and local departmental content masters to create, manage and update content . Serve as a usability expert and information architecture resource for departmental content masters and web team . Supervise local content masters in the organization of information on department internal websites, and ensure they are appropriately trained . Develop a strong and cohesive global content master community . Monitor intranet content, hits, and flow to identify opportunities and problem areas and create solutions . Develop and incorporate other web-based communications materials . Manage and maintain centrally controlled parts of the intranet including managing alerts, news, events, etc.