http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobsNew Scientist Jobshttp://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/technical-delivery-manager-md-maryland-200642313.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +0000196373My company shares my passion for helping to improve human health around the world. This is My MedImmune. Those who join MedImmune feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive with a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry and the wholly-owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca plc. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance science, technology and medicine to develop products designed to help people live better lives. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity and growth opportunities that encourages both individual contribution and collaborative entrepreneurial thinking. Our products and/or product candidates are designed to address areas of need in infection, oncology, respiratory disease and inflammation, cardiovascular/gastrointestinal disease and neuroscience. Explore a MedImmune career as we strive to better more lives, more often, around the world. Title: Technical Delivery Manager Location: MD, Gaithersburg - Corporate Headquarters Req: 02109 Job Description Position will work in IT addressing the business technology needs within the area of Medical and Regulatory Affairs. Position will be responsible for understanding business problems and working with relationship managers, business analysts and technical teams to develop technology solutions in support of business needs. In addition, position will be responsible for overseeing technology solutions; implementing system-based solutions; and managing vendor partners and internal resources in the delivery and support of technology to satisfy MedImmune's business capability needs. Position will be responsible for technical oversight and management of projects. Position will own technical requirements definition based on functional requirements and taking the solution blueprint, in conjunction with the user requirements, and turning it into a detailed design or configuration. Position will assess the scope of new project efforts by estimating the work involved, resources required and time line for technical delivery efforts. Position owns solution prototyping and change management, blueprinting (fit/gap) and quality assurance; manages the development and delivery activities within SDD in support of project and non-project activities. Has direct responsibility for the overall success of the assigned project and deliverables, either through direct participation or oversight. Projects may include new applications and modules, major or minor enhancements to existing applications or modules and product upgrades. Position will work with business owners, relationship managers and IT to manage the development to production and the production to operations activities following established methodology. Activities include internal code reviews, testing, supporting user acceptance testing, developing a support approach, application training, disaster recovery plans, application process maps and others as defined by the IT PMO. Position will keep customers (to include business owners, relationship managers, and internal IT management) apprised of progress, issues, and risks in a timely manner. Position will practice risk management strategies to ensure that project commitments are realistic and met. Position will participate in the establishment and implementation of SDLC methodologies, ITIL processes and IT PMO processes and ensure that IT projects adhere to those standards and meet customer expectations International travel may be required. Additional requirements for Medical and Regulatory Affairs include: Experience with Medical and Regulatory Affairs in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment. Clinical trials knowledge. Experience with data warehousing and data mining. Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage software development teams, implementation of off the shelf software packages, and interdependencies within an IT development organization. Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance of IT development projects and departments. Demonstrated ability to manage different development resources to include, internal, external, contracted staff augmentation resources, and outsourcing partners. Ability to collaborate and engage IT stakeholders including IT security, Validation/QA, IT Infrastructure, and Enterprise Architecture as needed. Proven ability to identify, manage and mitigate issues and risks. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Experience presenting project information in a formal and informal setting. Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and working with a customer service mindset. Demonstrated interpersonal skills with experience managing diverse teams. Demonstrated ability to staff and develop individuals and teams. Demonstrated commitment to staff development and retention. Demonstrated ability to conduct facilitated sessions with end users and business owners in order to define requirements and review project progress. Demonstrated skills in problem identification, isolation and resolution through the use of analysis, troubleshooting and other like techniques. Experience coaching staff on problem resolution techniques Functional Knowledge is necessary in the following areas: Biotech or Pharmaceuticals; Validated Systems Environments; Sarbanes-Oxley Requirements; Data and Application Security; Business Intelligence Processes and Methodology knowledge is necessary in the following areas: Familiarity with ITIL; SDLC processes to include rapid and waterfall development; Project management of multiple development projects; Data Analysis. Experience with electronic publishing processes (e.g. eCTD and other formats), document management (Documentum, LiveLink, etc) is highly desirable. Technical Skills are necessary in the following areas: Application Platforms (SharePoint, SharePoint Portal Server, SharePoint Server 2007, Web Logic, IIS). Application Development (XML, WebServices, Middleware such as BizTalk or BEA Aqua Logic); MS Office Suite of Products; Database and Business Intelligence (Data warehousing, Oracle, TOAD or other similar, SQL Server, MS Access); Development Applications (Visual Studios Team Services, Development management tool such as Rational or visual studio, etc.); Programming Languages (SQL, PL/SQL, Transact-SQL, C#) JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university is required. Bachelor's or master's degree in computer-related curriculum is desired. Experience: 6+ years of work experience; 4-5+ years of IT work experience, with progressively more responsibility; Proven track record of managing and coordinating several projects simultaneously while delivering on time, on schedule, and meeting customer expectations; Experience project planning from project inception through transition to operational support; 1-2 years in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or consumer goods environment; 2-3 years of managing technical resources to include internal and vendor partners; Ability to provide leadership, management and technical expertise to a culturally diverse, technically-oriented staff If you are interested in this position please click the Apply Now button below and search for Req #. 02109. MedImmune is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/research-associate-iii-ca-california-200645870.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 19:22:09 +0000196352My company shares my passion for helping to improve human health around the world.” “This is My MedImmune.” Those who join MedImmune feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive with a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry and the wholly-owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca plc. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance science, technology and medicine to develop products designed to help people live better lives. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity and growth opportunities…that encourages both individual contribution and collaborative entrepreneurial thinking. Our products and/or product candidates are designed to address areas of need in infection, oncology, respiratory disease and inflammation, cardiovascular/gastrointestinal disease and neuroscience. Explore a MedImmune career as we strive to better more lives, more often, around the world. Title: Research Associate I/II Location: CA, Santa Clara - NON SALES Req: 02076 Major Duties and Responsibilities (including supervising others): Development and/or optimization of virus upstream processes (from cell thaw through viral harvest). This includes designing experiments, analyzing data, developing batch records, SOPs and protocols, and writing and/or reviewing technical reports. This may also include the evaluation of alternative methodologies and/or materials for various process operations and steps. Serve as a member of the team responsible for the technology transfer of processes to large scale manufacturing sites. This includes writing and/or review of batch records and contract manufacturing staff, and providing the necessary technical support to the contract manufacturer once the process has been transferred and cGMP manufacturing has begun. Maintenance of upstream process development equipment including bioreactors, cell counters, metabolite analyzers, pumps and gauges. Maintenance of inventory for commonly used lab supplies. Other responsibilities as required by the department or team. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Requirements/Qualifications: Education: B.S. in Engineering Experience: 2-5 years Special Skills/Abilities: Bioreactor operation Job Complexity: Cell culture in Biolevel 2 labs Supervision: Supervision required If you are interested in this position please click the Apply Now button below. Req #. 01889 MedImmune is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/associate-scientist-iiscientist-i-md-maryland-200645868.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 19:16:57 +0000196350My company shares my passion for helping to improve human health around the world.” “This is My MedImmune.” Those who join MedImmune feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive with a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry and the wholly-owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca plc. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance science, technology and medicine to develop products designed to help people live better lives. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity and growth opportunities…that encourages both individual contribution and collaborative entrepreneurial thinking. Our products and/or product candidates are designed to address areas of need in infection, oncology, respiratory disease and inflammation, cardiovascular/gastrointestinal disease and neuroscience. Explore a MedImmune career as we strive to better more lives, more often, around the world. Title: Associate Scientist II/Scientist I Location: CA, Mountain View - NON SALES Req: 02056 Position Summary: Major Duties and Responsibilities (including supervising others): We are seeking a highly motivated independent individual to join our formulation team aimed at formulation development for biologics including protein and live viruses. The individual will be working with the team focusing on formulation studies and characterizations for liquid or solid dosage formulations. The essential responsibilities will include planning and executing pre-formulation and formulation studies, developing and performing biophysical, biochemical and biological analyses. An ability to work independently and have effective organization and communication skills is essential. Special Skills/Abilities: Expertise in pre-formulation and formulation of proteins and antibodies required. Hands on expertise in analytical techniques including HPLC-SEC, RP-HPLC, FTIR, fluorescence assays, DSC/mDSC are required. A prior experience in ajuvant formulation development is a plus. Experiences with solid state analyses such as Karl-Fischer, TGA, DVS, particle sizing desired. Excellent oral and written skills required. Job Complexity: Medium-High. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Supervision: Work is performed with minimal supervision. (supervision required, level of independence) Requirements/Qualifications: Education: Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Biophysics. Experience: Ph.D. + 0-3 yrs, M.S. + 8-10 yrs, B.S. + 10-13 yrs. If you are interested in this position please click the Apply Now button below. Req #. 02005 MedImmune is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/team-leader-immunology-p1298aw-north-west-200645625.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 16:14:41 +0000195833Team Leader - immunology P1298aw Locations include; Manchester, Liverpool, Warrington, Preston, North West Salary @30-35k plus benefits Details We have a fantastic opportunity within a world-renowned company in the North West. We are looking for an experienced supervisor to lead and motivate a busy team. Key aspects of the role are: ensuring timely release of testing data for product release; strategy development; liaising with in-house and external clients: setting performance objectives and performing appraisals and reviews; leading daily and monthly meetings; auditing; ensuring stock levels are managed; trouble shooting for deviations; maintaining budgetary awareness; Preparing and reviewing protocols and regulatory submissions; maintenance of cGMP and H&S Skills and knowledge required BSc or equivalent in a bioscience Supervisory experience ideally from a Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology company Knowledge of immunochemical and immunobiochemical techniques Wide knowledge of QC methods Knowledge of USP, ICH, BPs and EPs Excellent organisational and management skills To apply, please go to www.kellyscientific.co.uk look for P1298aw and upload your CV as a word document. For questions please contact Angela on 0161 839 2400 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/associate-director-study-management-bioanalytical-wi-wisconsin-200644649.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 09:31:51 +0000194060Imagine working in one of the most exciting and professionally satisfying industries anywhere. Imagine being involved in cutting-edge projects on a daily basis. At Covance, your imagination, your dedication, and your drive to find solutions to challenging projects begin on your very first day. Covance is one of the world's largest and most respected contract research organizations. Our clients are a Who's Who of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. If you're looking for a diverse and stimulating work environment, you'll find it at Covance. It is a great time to join Covance! Covance is currently looking for an Associate Director in our global Bioanalytical Services organization. This role is located in Madison, WI and has responsibility for the Principal Investigation team at our Madison WI and Indianapolis IN bioanalytical locations. The Associate Director is responsible for: . Directing a staff responsible for the scientific conduct of bioanalytical projects. . Assure scientific quality and client service targets are achieved. . Consult with clients on studies placed with the Bioanalytical Services Department. . Develop and execute a strategic plan, in consultation with the Director, which identifies the areas in which the department will concentrate its Study Management efforts. . Initiate, plan and implement staff development programs within the Study Management group. Develop capabilities and resources to meet both present and future needs within this group. Education/Qualifications . Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field and 8 years of experience. . Experience may be substituted for education. Experience . Prior experience in a Bioanalytical field is preferred. . Prior experience working in a regulatory environment is needed. . Skilled in performing presentations. . Skilled time management, planning and budgeting. . Experienced in leading and developing people. Covance offers extraordinary career opportunities to our employees. Here you will find a place to learn, grow, and achieve . a place to call your professional home. We provide the opportunity for a career with purpose in an environment that values achievement and supports a balance between personal and professional lives. We invite you to join us at Covance and to work with us in bringing hope to millions of patients around the world. We believe this decision may be the most rewarding career move you will ever make. 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/sample-management-supervisor-in-indiana-200644646.htmFri, 20 Nov 2009 09:30:41 +0000194022To supervise the activities of operational staff responsible for sample management of biological samples. Responsible for data review and data management. All activities are conducted in compliance with appropriate SOPs and regulatory agency guidelines. Education/Qualifications . BS/BA degree in Science, or equivalent degree plus 3-4 years related experience. Experience may be substituted for education. . Knowledge of appropriate regulatory agency guidelines. . Working knowledge of laboratory operations and an understanding of the technical aspects of the laboratory and/or computers and computer software systems. . Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills. Start time 8 AM End time 5 PM Days per week 5 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/quality-auditor-international-republic-of-ireland-200642863.htmWed, 18 Nov 2009 16:46:06 +0000194328Quality Auditor - International Provide objective audits of internal GXP systems and external businesses for the company in order to accurately depict the status of compliance and to foster improvements based on current GXP references and interpretations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. - Prepare and conduct internal and external audits for the company - Perform independent research of required topics of national and international regulations including assessment of applicability and impact on systems being audited. - Provide independent review, comprehension, and discussion of departmental and corporate policies and procedures with multiple levels of employees and Management. - Provide interpretation of complex regulations through research of current corporate and governmental expectations. - Facilitate opening and closing audit meetings with all levels of Management. - Perform GXP audits based on a defined audit plan within specific time constraints. - Provide guidance and support in the development of corrective actions based on GXP principles and current industry standards. - Track and monitor audit responses and the implementation of corrective actions. - Author and approve Quality Compliance procedures. - Serve as a compliance reference regarding GxP Interpretations for all levels of Management. - Significant international travel required (~50%) Knowledge Must possess a sound knowledge of national, international, and supranational cGMP regulations and expectations sufficient enough to readily interpret, lead discussion, and provide guidance based on the applicability of the regulations to the subject being audited. Must be familiar with all other GXP concepts For immediate consideration apply online now. If you would like further information before applying please contact: Brian Christensen MSc on +353 1 685 4747 Your details will not be passed to a Third Party without your express Prior Consent. View our Privacy Policy http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-territory-business-repteam-leader-london-molecular-biology-7650-london-200640787.htmWed, 18 Nov 2009 11:48:37 +0000189561Are you looking to join a great company that everyone wants to work for? If so then this could be the job for you! This company has a less than 5% staff turnover and this may be the last time that you are looking for an exciting new opportunity! The position will involve managing a number of well established accounts and further developing sales within these accounts by utilising your exceptional communication skills and commercial acumen. The accounts include the MRC and Imperial College, NIMR and CRUK accounts. A key responsibility will be to build and map out UK-wide networks across all MRC accounts and to assist in the management of these accounts as a National account with others. The role will include a leadership element with the successful individual being responsible for supervising a team of 4 and thus presenting an opportunity to develop management skills. The company has a very high profile in the molecular biology field and is keen to remain at the top. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company which can provide a long term career. You will have a BSc or higher in a life science subject. In addition you will have field sales experience in the biotechnology field. Knowledge of accounts in London would be very useful but not essential. Prior experience of leading or managing a team is not necessary as this role is designed to provide a first taste. To discuss this excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive company contact us ASAP. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/product-development-scientist-oxford-200641061.htmTue, 17 Nov 2009 08:24:06 +0000186674Reed Scientific are currently recruiting for their client who are a biotechnology company looking to commercialise their novel diagnostic product. As such, they have a need for a Product Development Scientist to aid the product to market. For this role you will need to have experience in using, developing and validating PCR-related techniques. Any knowledge or experience in clinical diagnostics would be extremely advantageous for this role, as would knowledge of working to quality assurances including ISO 9001: 2000 and ISO13485. To be considered for this role, you will have a minimum of a BSc (or equivalent) with preferably a PhD in Molecular Biology or closely related subject. Laboratory experience using PCR- related techniques is essential. Experience within a commercial environment would be highly advantageous. Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-analytical-development-scientist-slough-200640965.htmMon, 16 Nov 2009 17:53:15 +0000185786Responsibilities: A new position has arisen for a Senior Scientist to join our Analytical Development department based in Slough, UK. This role is focused on the development and validation of HPLC based methods (GP-HPLC, IEX-HPLC, RP-HPLC, HIC-HPLC) for monoclonal antibodies and other recombinant proteins being manufactured by Lonza Biologics. This role also includes the evaluation and introduction of new high resolution UPLC technologies into the department where appropriate. Interactions with customers on technical project teams are also within the scope of this role. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Carry out HPLC based method development and validation studies as required to meet timelines and budget. • Represent Analytical Development on technical project teams, compile reports and present data to customers, as required. • Evaluate and introduce new UPLC based technologies as appropriate. • Mentor and train junior members of the group. REQUIREMENTS: • PhD in the life sciences or a BSc with relevant academic or industrial experience • Significant working experience with HPLC methods such as RP-HPLC, GP-HPLC, IEX-HPLC applied to protein or peptide analysis. • Experience of method development, ideally to ICH guidelines. • Good working knowledge of other biochemical methods such as mass spectrometry as applied to protein analysis. • Well developed communication skills (both written and oral) Interested? If you are interested in this opportunity please apply online via our careers page. Please ensure that you attach your CV to your profile. If you have any issues with the system please e-mail careers.slough@lonza.com. Closing date: 27th Nov 2009 Company Profile: Lonza is one of the world's leading suppliers to the pharmaceutical,healthcare and life sciences industries. Its products and services spanits customers needs from research to final product manufacture. Lonzais the global leader in both the chemical and biotechnologicalproduction and support of pharmaceutical active ingredients. Lonza is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland and is listed on the SWXSwiss Exchange. In 2008 Lonza had sales of approximately CHF 3 billion. Further information can be found on our website. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/life-sciences-initiatives-seven-faculty-positions-massachusetts-ma-massachusetts-200639787.htmFri, 13 Nov 2009 19:56:08 +0000182652WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE Life Sciences Initiative Seven Faculty Positions Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, Mass., is continuing a major investment in the life sciences. In 2007 the university opened the WPI Life Sciences and Bioengineering Center (LSBC), which houses the life sciences-related graduate research programs of five academic departments and the WPI Bioengineering Institute (BEI). Since that time, WPI has recruited 12 new full-time faculty members in the life sciences and bioengineering, bringing to more than 30 the number of faculty working in interdisciplinary clusters within a strongly collaborative environment in the LSBC. As a result of this investment, graduate research and external research funding have increased considerably, with faculty awarded major funding from the NIH, NSF, DARPA, and other agencies. In 2008-09 WPI recruited five new full-time life science and bioengineering faculty members across five departments, including a new head for the Biomedical Engineering Department. In 2009-10 we are seeking to fill seven tenure-track positions at the junior and senior levels in five departments, including a new head for the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department. The ideal candidates for these positions will have research interests and expertise that are complementary to our current research areas, and be committed to collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and to securing external funding. Applicants for department head and senior positions will be recognized leaders in their field and have a strong record of securing extramural funding. Applicants at the assistant professor level must have postdoctoral research experience with extramural support, or strong promise to obtain funding. All applicants must hold the PhD and have a strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. To apply, and for more on the WPI Life Sciences Initiative, including detailed position descriptions, visit wpi.edu/+lsi. Founded in 1865, WPI is one of the nation’s oldest and most innovative technological universities. Its 14 academic departments offer more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including the PhD, in science, engineering, management, and the liberal arts. WPI offers a smoke-free environment, competitive compensation, and an excellent benefits package. To enrich education through diversity, WPI is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. It is a member of the Colleges of Worcester Consortium. Chemistry and Biochemistry • The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for a DEPARTMENT HEAD, who will also hold an endowed professorship. The new head will have a clear and creative vision for building and sustaining ambitious departmental research programs during a period of growth. This vision will include enhancing the department’s role in the natural sciences. Contact: Applications and nominations should be sent to cbcheadsearch@wpi.edu. Further inquiries should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Professor Richard Sisson, sisson@wpi.edu, or the head of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Professor Kristen Wobbe, kwobbe@wpi.edu. The department also seeks an ASSISTANT PROFESSOR working in either biochemistry or chemistry. Contact Professor George Kaminski at faculty-searchCBC@wpi.edu. Biology and Biotechnology • The Department of Biology and Biotechnology invites applications for a position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level. Areas of particular interest include ecology and environmental biology, cell and developmental biology, and systems biology. Contact: Professor Eric Overström, head, Department of Biology and Biotechnology, faculty-searchBBT@wpi.edu. Biomedical Engineering • The Department of Biomedical Engineering invites applicants for two positions, one at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level specializing in biosignals and bioinstrumentation and one at the ASSOCIATE or FULL PROFESSOR level specializing in regenerative medicine. Contact: chairs of either the Regenerative Medicine or Instrumentation Search Committees at faculty-searchBME@wpi.edu. Mathematical Sciences • The Department of Mathematical Sciences invites applications for a position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level. Applications from candidates with teaching and scholarly interest in the areas of biostatistics, computational statistics, experimental design, or Bayesian methods are especially encouraged. Contact: Math Search Committee, ma-chair@wpi.edu. Physics • The Department of Physics invites applications for a position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level in theoretical or experimental softcondensed matter physics. This position will complement the university’s research initiative in biophysics and regenerative biosciences. Contact: Professor Germano Iannacchione, head, Department of Physics, at ph-search@wpi.edu. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/operational-marketing-executive-south-west-cell-culture-7638-somerset-200634608.htmFri, 13 Nov 2009 11:47:59 +0000181894Are you looking for a new opportunity in Marketing and Communications ? Do you have cell culture experience from a lab or life science background ? If yes than we have a really interesting and newly created role with a company that has quadrupled turnover in the last 5 years ! This international company has an extensive range of cell culture products and is well known in the field. As an organisation they are very stable and growing rapidly thus creating opportunity for people who join now. The role has wide ranging responsibilities to promote the companies cell culture products via traditional and electronic formats. Your work will also support the activities of the sales team and really help drive the business forward - this new role is the only marketing position and so you will have plenty of responsibility to make a difference. With an appropriate technical background you will also require experience of writing copy and promotional literature. The role is office based but opportunity exists to attend exhibitions and external meetings. As the role grows there may be potential to lead a marketing department. Please call Jonathan Pearse to discuss - 01279 657716. Or email Jon@seltek.eu. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-scientist-ca-california-200638943.htmFri, 13 Nov 2009 09:40:16 +0000181698As a Scientist in the Biology Drug Discovery team, this position will independently contribute to the CovX portfolio by establishing in vivo pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) relationships of therapeutic candidates with an emphasis in metabolic disease and oncology. Specific responsibilities to include: * Perform in vivo PK/PD assays and efficacy studies * Engage in target evaluation and projects, generate project ideas, work collaboratively with other groups to achieve objectives and timelines * Evaluate data using appropriate statistical software, generate and test hypotheses to delineate PK/PD relationships * Oversee animal care compliance through lab organization, ordering, and protocol writing * Supervise research associates to coordinate experimental and husbandry activities * Provide effective and detail-focused communication and documentation of research results Qualifications: Successful applicant will have an M.S. with 3-5 years industry experience, or a Ph.D. with 1-3 years of industry experience. The qualified individual must be a team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in in vivo experimental models in oncology and metabolic disease is required, as is a conceptual understanding of pharmacokinetics, particularly as applied to biotherapeutic drug discovery. 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 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=R4663125807951 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/clinical-sales-specialist-midlandssouth-west-medical-devices-7647-south-west-200638621.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 16:58:25 +0000180679Are you in medical device sales or point of care sales/pharmaceutical at the moment? If you are, call in now as this is an outstanding opportunity to join a global medical company that is going through a period of expansion. They are very keen to recruit a Clinical Sales Specialist in the Midlands and South West. The job will involves concentrating on a unique range of products . These will range from automated assays to point of care and large instrumentation. They have just launched a new product which is a marker for myocardial infarction. This is a very unique product which you will be selling. The role will involve maximising market awareness and sales within the NHS. You will be promoting the products to consultant anaesthesiologists, cardiologists, consultant microbiologists and biochemists. You will be a graduate in a life science subject or nursing background with sales experience in medical devices/point of care/pharmaceutical sales. It is important that you have been selling to doctors and consultants in hospitals! It is also very important that you have been working in a laboratory in the past. This will be an exciting and challenging opportunity for a sales person looking for the next step in their career. Don't miss out - call me now! http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/qa-specialist-iv-ma-massachusetts-200638265.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 12:54:37 +0000180158Responsible for providing quality assurance support to manufacturing, testing operations and other support functions relative to the production of commercial and/or clinical products for which Development Quality Assurance retains responsibility. Works closely with manufacturing operations, validation, engineering, testing groups, etc. to provide Quality oversight and support to the production and testing of products; and will participate in meetings and project teams and assist in issue resolution. Responsible for a diverse and challenging set of activities, all of which are related to setting and maintaining quality standards aligned with US GMP and other applicable international GMP regulations and guidances. In addition to high technical competence, the candidate must be well versed in the compliance and regulatory principles that underlie practices and guide projects. Specifically, this position is primarily responsible for providing quality assurance reviews, evaluations, and approvals related to process validation protocols and reports; method qualification and method validation protocols and reports; and change documentation for changes made to manufacturing processes, analytical methods, raw materials and components, product specifications, and stability programs for early stage clinical products through to launch. Has authority to revise and approve validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols and final reports for facilities, equipment, and critical systems, and other associated documentation. Knowledge of system operation, design, preventive maintenance, calibration, and quality requirements is required. In addition, this position provides the necessary review and product quality impact assessments for all types of investigations related to products, processes, systems, and areas for which Development Quality Assurance retains responsibility. Authors, revises, and reviews department and site specific SOPs. Identifies complex technical problems and provides guidance and support to quality systems development, implementation and maintenance efforts to ensure alignment with department business process needs and user requirements. Makes independent decisions that may impact shared systems used in both commercial and development operations within the scope of site procedures and corporate policies or agency regulations. Qualifications: BS with a minimum of 8 years or MS with a minimum 6 years in QA/QC positions of increasing breadth of responsibility in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology GMP regulated industries. A degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or other related scientific discipline is preferred. Knowledge of US and ex-US GMP practices required. Working knowledge with database and/or electronic document management systems required (Microsoft Word, Excel) and familiarity with other software a plus (Microsoft Project, Access, etc.). Experience with design, operation and validation practices related to systems, utilities, equipment, instruments, methods, and manufacturing processes within a regulated environment is required. Experience with biopharmaceutical unit operations, aseptic processing, and validation technology are a plus. Andover - MA 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=R4171125807945 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/manager-quality-ma-massachusetts-200635972.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 12:51:31 +0000180148Responsible for providing quality assurance support to manufacturing, testing operations and other support functions relative to the production of commercial and/or clinical trial products. Works closely with manufacturing operations, validation, engineering, testing groups, etc. to provide Quality oversight and support to the production and testing of products; and will participate in or lead meetings and project teams and assist in issue resolution. Responsible for a diverse and challenging set of activities, all of which are related to setting and maintaining quality standards aligned with US FDA GMP and other applicable international GMP regulations and guidances. Will work with project teams providing services to manufacturing operations to assure appropriate consistency in GMP systems applied across products. Provides leadership and directs the activities of several direct reports. Specifically, this position is primarily responsible for providing oversight to quality assurance reviews, evaluations, and approvals related to process validation protocols and reports; method qualification and method validation protocols and reports; and change documentation for changes made to manufacturing processes, analytical methods, raw materials and components, product specifications, and stability programs related to clinical products; validation standards and master plans. Has authority to revise and approve validation strategies and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols and final reports, and all other associated documentation. Provides the necessary oversight to the review and product quality impact assessments for all types of investigations related to products, processes, systems, and areas for which Development Quality Assurance retains responsibility. Creates/manages the new quality systems used for clinical product process change controls using quality risk management and quality by design principles aligned with current ICH guidelines. Acts as a Quality Risk Management resource/subject matter expert for the BioTherapeutics Pharmaceutical Sciences Organization. Provides leadership, prioritizes assignments, and directs staff to ensure the timely completion of assigned duties in compliance with all appropriate policies and regulations. Leads or participates in corporate/site improvement initiatives, and in various management meetings. Resolves complex technical issues to assure completion of tasks within the specified timeframe and allocated resources. Authors, revises, and reviews department and site specific SOPs. Participates in compliance audits and is responsible for correcting deficiencies as required. Makes independent decisions within the scope of site procedures and corporate policies or regulations. These decisions may impact shared systems used in both commercial and development operations. Qualifications: BS or MS with a minimum of 10 – 12 years in QA/QC positions of increasing breadth of responsibility in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology GMP regulated industries; and 5 – 6 years leadership/supervisory experience. A degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or other related scientific discipline is preferred. Detailed knowledge of US and ex-US GMP practices required. Working knowledge with database and/or electronic document management systems required (Microsoft Word, Excel) and familiarity with other software a plus (Microsoft Project, Access, etc.). Experience with design, commissioning, operation and validation practices related to systems, utilities, equipment, instruments, methods, and manufacturing processes within a regulated environment is required. Experience with biopharmaceutical unit operations, aseptic processing, and validation technology is required. Andover - MA 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=R4169125807952 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/sales-executive-southern-england-life-science-instruments-7643-united-kingdom-200638025.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 12:32:22 +0000180122Here is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading manufacturer of life science focussed analytical instrumentation. Being the Sales Specialist - Instrumentation will involve selling the company's whole range of biotech products, including Mass Spectroscopy , DNA Analysers, Electrophoresis , and HPLC into academic, pharmaceutical and biotech accounts across the South of the UK. These are high value instruments, which means that although the company has well established accounts, the focus of your work will be on developing new business pipelines in your territory. The successful candidate will be a science graduate with strong technical knowledge of at least one aspect of analytical chemistry or biochemistry. Sales or client facing experience ( e.g applications support ) is required. You do not have to have instrument sales experience, consumables sales experience in a relevant sector would also be desirable as this would help you identify new prospective customers. You will be fully supported by the technical team. The company is experiencing strong performance despite current market conditions so please call now to find out more. A very competitive package is on offer including high OTE potential. Please call Jonathan Pearse on 01279 657716. Or email Jon@seltek.eu http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/biochemist-state-registered-hpc-york-200638070.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 12:03:40 +0000180007A new role has opened for a State Registered Biochemist within a pathology testing company in North Yorkshire. The laboratory is fully equipped with the Roche Modular System, Bayer (Siemens) Advia 120 and the Beckman Coulter FC 500. On a daily basis will be involved in all aspects of routine work and will assist in validation work. The successful individual will have a BSc or equivalent in Biochemistry or a relevant subject with experience working as a biochemist. It is essential that you are state registered. The working week runs from Tues-Sat full time, though you normally finish around 2.30pm on a Saturday. For further information please contact Laura on 0113 391 1200 or apply online. The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Carlisle Staffing plc, trading as SRG is an Employment Business/Agency. SRG winners of the 2008 Recruiter Awards for Excellence: Best Candidate Care and Best Health Care/Medical Recruitment Firm. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/sales-specialist-londonsouth-east-diagnostics-7641-south-east-200637987.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 10:36:45 +0000179824Our client has a revolutionary technology platform aimed at rapid infectious disease diagnosis, with significant advantages over the current methodology in use in pathology. With significant sales already globally, they are looking to strengthen the sales team by adding a further specialist to cover London and the South East. Already experienced at selling to the clinical market, you will be looking to influence a niche market sector and help lead the industry into the 21st Century. You will be independent and self motivated, at ease talking to hospital specialists, doctors and healthcare professionals as well as selling to the lab manager. The company is relatively young so offers huge potential to those joining now, as well as a competitive package aimed at recruiting a quality sales person. If this sounds exciting for you then call me now for more information! http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/resource-coordinator-az-arizona-200637548.htmThu, 12 Nov 2009 09:36:00 +0000179310Covance is a leading supplier of drug development services to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. We partner with innovative companies, offering valuable services in all phases of the drug development process as well as analytical and commercial impact services. As an integral part of these partnerships, our employees make a difference in the lives of millions. Before drugs, chemicals, or foods can be sold, they must be evaluated for safety and effectiveness. Covance provides international testing services to clients in the pharmaceutical, food, biotechnology and chemical services industries. As a Research Coordinator in the Immunochemistry group, you will: . Provide support to Chemistry technical and/or operations staff by ensuring project-related supplies, equipment, and other consumables are readily available. . Perform activities related to the Project Management process by coordinating activities for routine studies in a timely, efficient, and quality manner. . Provide administrative support for the Immunochemistry Services Department. . Assist technician with study organization and support management-defined operations. . Maintain the Immunochemistry scheduling components in the Covance Management System (CMS) and generate the weekly work schedule for the department. . Coordinate with Resource Management to ensure studies are properly scheduled. Work with principal investigators in determining delivery schedules to clients. . Perform report preparation processes, including table and figure preparation. Compile analytical information from laboratory data. . Maintain well documented, organized, and up-to-date project files including client specific protocol templates. . Perform Quality Control (QC) verification of report text and tables against the raw data. . Review client comments with Principal Investigator and ensure that all necessary report/data corrections and clarifications are completed. . Compile all relevant project data, information, and reports following submission of final report, and submit for archival processing. . Collect departmental operational data, incorporate data into organized tracking logs, and report departmental metrics information as necessary. . Assist in development of departmental policies, procedures, and training manuals. Education/Qualifications . Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science or related field. . Proficient in concise writing. Writing should require little or no external review or edit. . Adherence to grammar, punctuation, composition, and spelling according to company standard conventions. . Experience on and understanding of a variety of studies performed in the department and exposure to a diverse client base. . Knowledge and understanding of regulatory agency guidelines. Experience . 1-2 years of Study Coordinator or related experience. . Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. . Excellent attention to detail. . Efficient in prioritizing and managing time. Covance offers extraordinary career opportunities to our employees. Here you will find a place to learn, grow, and achieve . a place to call your professional home. We provide the opportunity for a career with purpose in an environment that values achievement and supports a balance between personal and professional lives. We invite you to join us at Covance and to work with us in bringing hope to millions of patients around the world. We believe this decision may be the most rewarding career move you will ever make.