The following career opportunities were posted this week at DNAjobs.com. For each position, I have listed a short description and a link for more information.
As always, I wish you tremendous success in your searching!
Jason
Research Scientist
(US-New Jersey-Central) Research Scientist, New Jersey. Our client is a mid-sized independent pharmaceutical company in New Jersey with major pharmaceutical backing. We are looking two open positions as a Research Scientist to perform both method development and method validation in the drug discovery process. This position will provide the security and stability of a large firm with the dynamics and entrepreneurialism of a startup. Description: Candidate will have an understanding of method development and validation and experience in writing validation reports. Should have a thorough knowledge and (recent) hands-on experience using HPLC instruments (either HP and/or Waters) with Turbochrome and/or ChemStation data acquisition systems knowledge and hands-on experience performing analysis by FTIR. Water determinations and generation of study protocols and executions. Ability to monitor, collect and input data into a specific inventory database via reference standards. Handling of controlled drug substances and related compounds will be part of the job as well. This is a “hands on” bench analysis position, with some leadership opportunities for candidates who wish to advance their careers in that way. Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BS or MS in chemistry or related discipline AND 3-6 years Pharmaceutical experience in industry. Proficiency with dissolution, preformulation , method development and reference standards experience is required. Knowledge of GC, GC/MS, NMR and LC/MS is beneficial. Recent experience using computer programs to include Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to produce quality work with minimal supervision in a Laboratory environment and the ability to multi-task. Salary $65-95k, DOE.
(US-Maryland-Montgomery County) Terrapin Systems is proactively seeking a Bioinformatics Applications Support Specialist to provide first line of contact/support via telephone and email from users requesting assistance with proprietary applications/tools. Duties and Responsibilities: ·Provides phone and e-mail support to users for customized applications developed for / by the client ·Serves as the initial point of contact for troubleshooting and answering questions related to proprietary applications ·Performs immediate analysis of customer problems and directs the implementation of corrective action ·Records all incidents in a ticket tracking system ·Escalates ticket to appropriate personnel for customer problems that cannot be resolved quickly on the telephone ·Assists users in creating/modifying data search queries Qualifications ·BA/BS in Biology or related life sciences degree, OR a BA/BS in computer-related field with life sciences background (i.e. Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology) ·Must have 2+ years of IT experience specifically in Windows NT/2000, software troubleshooting and support experience ·Specialized experience includes: knowledge of PC operating systems (e.g. Windows), Microsoft Office Suite, and standard business software applications ·Exposure to web applications development using Java is a plus ·Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing and a positive customer service attitude ·Must be able to work effectively in a team environment ·Exposure to Computational Biology or Bioinformatics ·Knowledge/exposure to laboratory equipment and experiments helpful.
(US-New York) Position # 1110 REQUIREMENTS for Quality Assurance Manager in NE USA: MS or PhD preferred/ life sciences. 5 years' background as QA Manager - compliance, quality. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. CMC documentation experience. Biotech/ pharma experience re clinical trial and drug product quality standards. MS Office and eDocument skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: Quality of work done at QC labs doing contracted out manufacturing- GMP and GLP regulations. Quality of work done at contracted out clinical trial sites - GCP status. Regulatory issues - GMP, GLP, CMC, supply release, written and computer documentation. Set up and oversee regulatory training program for company. Maintain dialogue with other departments re QA issues. Ensure products used in trials meet QA standards. Ability to manage eDocuments and files.
