http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobsNew Scientist Jobshttp://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/rd-group-leader-adhesives-republic-of-ireland-200641957.htmTue, 17 Nov 2009 15:07:22 +0000195399R&D Group Leader Responsibilities: *Directs research and development projects in an assigned department in order to meet organization's needs for technology development, new product development, as well as improvement and cost reduction of existing products and processes. *Direct research programs for new product development and product/process improvement of current products. *Develop product constructions and processes, including all experimentation/evaluation and specifications assembly. *Designs & conducts chemical experiments on both lab- and production-scale. * Responsible for complex basic research and/or product development projects. * Designs and specifies production scale processes and conducts validation thereof. *Prepares test samples and conduct tests on chemicals and/or materials as required to support programs. *Develops new tests as necessary to support projects. Analyzes technical data from both experiments and property testing to draw conclusions. Documents project work in lab notebooks, issues reports, and maintains files on projects. Completes any necessary regulatory forms. *Consults with technical director, operating and sales personnel on group priorities and strategy. Active role in setting overall R&D direction & strategy. Participates in business planning process with one or more business as appropriate. Establishes program priorities, objectives and responsibilities for group. Audits activities and communicates progress. Ensures effective communication of R&D program progress for own work and for overall group. *Participates and leads cross-functional product development teams. *Participates and occasionally leads establishment and implementation of R&D policies and procedures. May be responsible for specified lab areas *Interface with customers on new product applications and facilitate patent activity to protect new technology. Networks externally to assure highest level of competence is maintained. *Develops skills and evaluates performance of department personnel. Mentors and influences other Associates. *Proactively contributes to the development and maintenance of a safe work environment for self and associates. *Makes identifiable and substantial contributions to continuous improvement. Performs all duties consistent with established guidelines consistent with ISO-9001 and those elements of GMP deemed necessary to support our business (as outlined in the Quality Manual). Actively complies with and endorses Department and Company objectives. Requirements: *Education - PhD Required *Supervisory Experience of 4-6 years required *BS degree (or higher) in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science or materials science and/or significant industrial experience. *Greater than 3 years adhesive formulation, mixing process and coating process experience. *Familiarity with coated adhesive applications. *Demonstrated technology and/or product development capability *Greater than 2 years supervisory experience ************************************************************* If you would like further information before applying please contact: Brian Christensen BA(Mod.)MedChem on +353 1 685 47 47 Your details will not be passed to a Third Party without your express Prior Consent. View our Privacy Policy *************************************************************** Life Science Recruitment | http://lifescience.ie http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/rd-manager-south-west-200641740.htmTue, 17 Nov 2009 11:50:30 +0000188547Reed Scientific currently have an excellent opportunity for a Process Research & Development Manager to lead and manage the R&D department of a large chemical company. Responsibilities include: * Plan and organise the activities of the R&D department to ensure successful completion of each project. * Coordinate the selection, training, appraisal and development of each team member and guide motivate and develop Team Leaders within the department. * Organise the manufacture if new and existing products at laboratory scale (20l). * Prepare departmental budget and control department spend. * Evaluate new orders and scope the associated work needed to meet customers requirements * Be a champion for process improvement, initiating activities to ensure continuous improvement across the department. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Organic Chemistry and experience leading chemical process research and process development projects. You must have experience leading and managing a team/ department and have an outstanding level of competence in Organic Chemistry including analytical techniques. Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/senior-principal-scientist-ca-california-200639965.htmSat, 14 Nov 2009 11:50:04 +0000184789As a member of the Chemistry team, this position requires a broad base of skills in the synthesis, purification and analysis of peptides and organic compounds. Major responsibilities will include: * Interface and communicate project progress with other Pfizer research sites * Recommend biologic target and research program prioritizations * Lead cross functional project teams * Manage internal chemistry project efforts * Independently design and optimize drug candidates * Synthesize and characterize peptides, modified peptides and small molecules as needed * Develop methods for analysis and characterization of peptides and small molecules * Generate reports to support ongoing research and development projects * Assist with the scale-up of peptides and drug candidates as needed * Interface with other functions including development, biology, legal and CROs * Assist in building chemistry organization * Travel as required (foreign and domestic) * Other duties and special projects as required Qualifications: * PhD in organic or medicinal chemistry with 10-15 years relevant industrial experience * Prior experience with structure or pharmacophore based drug designed and familiarity with design of lead molecules and their modification required * Extensive laboratory experience in the characterization and purification of peptides and organic compounds * Demonstrated problem-solving, communication and scientific track records * Peptide drug design experience desirable * Prior supervisory experience required * Applicant should be able to conduct self-directed research and development, and provide technical leadership * Solid written and oral communication skills, enthusiasm, integrity, self-motivation, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to act as a team player are necessary 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. 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HOW TO APPLY: Please copy and paste the following URL into your browser address bar: http://posttrak.arbita.net/cgi-bin/PostTrak.cgi?RefCode=R4944125807953 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/medicinal-chemists-3-posts-dundee-200634096.htmMon, 09 Nov 2009 09:50:03 +0000174769DRUG DISCOVERY UNIT, COLLEGE OF LIFE SCIENCES The Drug Discovery Unit (DDU) (see http://www.drugdiscovery.dundee.ac.uk) is a fully integrated drug discovery operation based within a world class Life Sciences research environment. Its remit is to complement BioPharma activities by tackling both neglected tropical diseases and early stage small molecule validation of novel targets and mechanisms across a range of potential therapeutics areas. The DDU works to Biotech style philosophy and standards incorporating, dynamic, goal driven project management based on Target Product Profiles and Compound Selection Criteria. The project goals are therapeutic area dependent but range from quality leads demonstrating disease model proof of concept, through to pre-clinical candidates. We have a number of posts available for medicinal chemists within the tropical disease initiative. The successful appointees’ role will be to design and synthesise potential drug candidates. Work will be undertaken from hit validation to lead optimisation, to identify advanced leads demonstrating appropriate pharmaceutical properties. There will be up to 3 posts available. Salaries will depend on experience, but be in the range £28,839-£42,351. Post 1: This post is available immediately until 31 January 2011. Post 2: The post is available from 01 January 2010 for 1 year. Post 3: The post is available from 01 January 2010 for 1 year. For this post we are looking for a chemist who has experience of medicinal chemistry. The successful applicants will work within the DDU’s Medicinal Chemistry group, as a part of a BioPharma experienced multi-disciplinary team. The posts represent a unique opportunity to help further develop drug discovery within an academic setting. We are seeking candidates with a PhD in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry. Subsequent experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry would be an advantage. Alternatively candidates could have a BSc in chemistry and experience in the pharmaceutical industry working in the field of medicinal chemistry. Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter, including the names and addresses of 3 referees, should be sent by clicking the Apply Now button below and quoting LS/3029/NEW. Applicants will only be contacted if invited for interview. Closing date: 20 November 2009 The University of Dundee is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The University of Dundee is a Scottish Registered Charity, No. SC015096 http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/synthetic-peptide-chemist-gfm54873-south-west-200627365.htmMon, 02 Nov 2009 10:42:46 +0000170097NES Scientific are recruiting for a Synthetic Peptide Chemist for our client who is the leader in life science consumable supply to the educational and pharmaceutical industry worldwide. You will ideally be a PhD or first degree with substantial industrial experience of using both solid and solution phase chemistry employing principally Fmoc and t-Boc methodologies for the design and production of peptides. You should also have experience with peptide analysis. Please apply to Geoff Flavell-Matts at NES via email. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/postdoctoral-in-synthetic-organic-chemistry-at-the-international-institute-of-nano-and-molecular-medicine-of-the-university-of-missouri-mo-missouri-50001655.htmWed, 28 Oct 2009 16:49:30 +0000156429Postdoctoral in Synthetic-Organic Chemistry The International Institute of Nano and Molecular Medicine of the University of Missouri is seeking candidates to fill a grant-funded postdoctoral research position in Synthetic-Organic Chemistry. US citizenship is required by the grantor, and compensation will be determined by past experience and training. Electronically submit curriculum vitae, a description of current and projected research, and three letters of reference by clicking Apply Now below. MU is an EEO/AA/ADA employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/phd-medicinalsynthetic-organic-chemist-ma-massachusetts-200613692.htmFri, 16 Oct 2009 15:39:17 +0000142828Major responsibilities will include the design, synthesis, purification and characterization of novel chemical entities. The qualified individual must be proficient in identifying structure activity relationships (SAR) to address lead optimization, potency, selectivity, pharmacokinetics and in vivo efficacy. The qualified individual is expected to contribute to pre-clinical research projects as a project team member. Additionally, the qualified individual will be expected to supervise the professional development and mentoring of junior-level scientific staff. The individual will collaborate / interact with a broad group of scientists within Novartis and with external collaborators. These scientists will include biologists, medicinal chemists, pharmacologists and a variety of personnel in Discovery Technology. http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/job/nasa-postdoctoral-fellowships-al-alabama-200402589.htmTue, 07 Apr 2009 14:43:10 +00009858NASA Postdoctoral Fellowships The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly talented national and international scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research in space science, earth science, aeronautics, space operations, exploration systems, and astrobiology. Awards: • Approximately 50 Fellowships awarded annually • One-year appointments, renewable up to three years • Annual stipends start at $50,000, with supplements for specific degree fields and high cost-of-living areas • Annual travel budget of $8,000 • Financial assistance for relocation • Financial supplement for health insurance purchased through the program • Apply at http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc Application Deadlines: Three each year - March 1, July 1, and November 1 Eligibility: • U.S. Citizen • Foreign Nationals with a J-1 visa status as a research scholar, Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status, or Employment Authorization Document (EAD with pending LPR status • Recent and senior-level Ph.D. recipients Locations of Fellowship Positions: • Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA • Dryden Flight research Center, Edwards, CA • Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH • Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD • Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, CA • Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX • Kennedy Space Center, Kennedy Space Center, FL • Langley Research Center, Hampton, VA • Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, AL • Stennis Space Center, Stennis Space Center, MS • NASA Headquarters, Washington, DC • Various locations associated with the NASA Astrobiology Institute To obtain more information and to apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit the NPP Web site at http://nasa.orau.org/postdoc