http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobsNew Scientist Jobshttp://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/experienced-medical-writer-shanghai-medical-communications-agency-shanghai-200635484.htmTue, 10 Nov 2009 16:11:57 +0000177185Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Our client, a leading international medical communications agency, is looking to recruit a very experienced Medical Writer to join their growing team based in Shanghai. The agency delivers professional medical communications support to clients in China and other markets including Japan, South Korea and Singapore. The Medical Writer should be fluent in English and at least one East Asian language preferably Mandarin. You will be an experienced Medical Writer able to work across a wide range of medical communications materials, from scientific papers and reviews to marketing facing materials and content for websites. This is a great opportunity to work closely supporting the account team, handle multiple healthcare communications writing needs and provide high quality educational materials that enhance understanding of the product and disease area. Key experience and qualifications: This role requires at least 2 years medical writing experience in an International Medical Communications agency. Medical writing experience gained in the pharmaceutical industry may be considered 1st degree and biomedical PhD are also required Executech are leaders in medical communications for writers and account staff – please contact us for further discussions – and get your colleagues to call us. Our excellent confidential service will keep you informed of suitable opportunities by email, mobile or telephone. Contact Executech for more details: Robert Wilson Executech Healthcare Communications Specialists 0044 (0) 1202 419 800 robert.wilson@executech.co.uk www.executech.co.uk Keywords: Medical Writer, Senior Medical Writer, Healthcare Communications, Medical Education, Medcoms, Medical Writing, Shanghai, China http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/qa-officer-central-200635327.htmTue, 10 Nov 2009 13:54:12 +0000177029QA Officer - 12 month maternity cover Salary: £23,000pa Job Ref: 16011 Established for over a decade our client, a leading pharmaceutical company focussing on the development of drugs for the treatment of CNS and oncology related illnesses, has a rare opportunity for a QA Officer to cover for a 12 month period of maternity. Reporting into the QA Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing documentation to cGMP and in-house specifications, maintaining & managing quality systems, supporting audits, deviation inspection and investigation to ensure compliance with regulations. Suitable candidates will have previous experience of auditing or documentation review within a quality management system, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry. The ability to focus on detailed documentation, demonstrating an accurate, detailed approach is crucial to this role. The ideal candidate will be degree qualified or equivalent with at least 1-2+ years Quality Assurance experience within the pharmaceutical industry working to GMP standards, experience of active ingredients or commercial manufacture would be advantageous. Based: Southern England http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/manager-of-tox-operations-central-200633122.htmFri, 06 Nov 2009 15:02:33 +0000172425At 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. It's a great time to join Covance in Shanghai! This position is located in Shanghai, China and relocation support is available for the right candidate. You will lead a team responsible for the technical and/or scientific conduct of toxicology studies. To monitor animal health and welfare in compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and help maintain facilities for AAALAC compliance. To define, prioritize, and implement operational service delivery strategies to proactively support Toxicology growth. To create an inclusive culture aimed at engaging all employees in creating a spirit of continuous improvement and excitement on behalf of our clients and our business. Duties and Responsibilities: • Assigns resources (personnel, space, and equipment) as needed to exceed business expectations. • Oversees the design, and maintains facilities in full compliance with animal welfare regulations. • Develops an operational plan which identifies the areas that the department will concentrate its research efforts. Implements the necessary strategies to drive the operational plan. • Initiates, plans and implements staff development programs. Develops department capabilities and resources to meet both present and future needs. • Implements appropriate affirmative action, employee communication, recruitment and staff retention programs within the department. • Lead marketing development activities in research areas critical to the department. • Determines and establishes department organizational structure and supervisory relationships. • Proactively defines and implements programs to ensure department objectives are met in the short and long term. Monitors progress toward meeting departmental goals and objectives, and takes required corrective action. • Provides technical or scientific expertise in facility design, animal welfare regulations, technical training or laboratory animal management. • Works on a wide range of problems where causal relationships are difficult to establish and the use of creative thinking is required. • Report all animal care concerns and become involved in the resolution and appropriate corrective action, when necessary. • Works with QA, Facility Management and Security to ensure that all facilities and processes meet or exceed all appropriate regulatory requirements Experience: • Demonstrated leadership experience, including an ability to motivate and deliver exceptional results through people. • Accomplishments that reflect teamwork, integrity and accountability. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment and deliver quality results in a growing organization. • Six Sigma experience, with Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred. • Skilled in performing presentations and leading meetings. • Skilled in time management, planning and budgeting. • Ability to work in a laboratory setting with laboratory animals. Education: • BS degree in Life Sciences, MS, PhD, or MBA preferred, plus typically proven experience in an operational leadership role. Experience in the Life Sciences industry is desirable 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 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. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/director-of-research-multiple-openings-china-200617935.htmThu, 22 Oct 2009 09:02:27 +0000148064Due to recent expansion and internal growth, Kemin Industries has multiple R&D Director positions available. These positions are located in China, Belgium and U.S.A. Kemin Industries, Inc., is a privately held global life science company headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, with a vision to “improve the quality of life by touching half the people of the world every day with our products and services.” Kemin develops nutritional solutions that serve a variety of industries ranging from Agrifoods to Pharmaceuticals. These positions are responsible for research and development of products from conception to commercialization in their respective markets. The positions require extensive management experience, including budgeting and management of a wide array of projects and research teams. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are required in these hands-on roles. Domestic and international travel is likely. Director, Research & Development - Kemin AgriFoods (Europe and China) Ph.D. in Animal Science, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry or Microbiology; At least 7 years of broad scientific/ag-oriented experience and knowledge base (chemistry, biochemistry, animal feed/nutrition, microbiology, agronomy, statistical analysis, technical writing, practical field experience, etc.); A proven track record of accomplishment in product commercialization. Director, Research & Development - Kemin Health (U.S.A.) Ph.D. in biochemistry, microbiology, organic chemistry or comparable discipline; At least 7 years of experience in the nutraceutical and/or vitamin and dietary supplement industries is preferred with a proven track record of identifying and developing new technologies resulting in successful product commercialization. Director, Research & Development, Regulatory Affairs - Kemin Nutrisurance (U.S.A.) Ph.D. in biochemistry, organic chemistry or comparable discipline; At least 7 years experience in the pet food and/or animal health and/or animal agriculture industries is preferred with a proven track record of identifying and developing new technologies resulting in successful product commercialization. A solid Regulatory Affairs understanding is also required. More information about Kemin, its products and industries served can be found at www.kemin.com. Please submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to: jobs@kemin.com or Kemin Human Resources, 2100 Maury Street - PO Box 70, Des Moines, Iowa 50306-0070. Kemin is an equal opportunity employer