DNAjobs.com is proud to feature the following jobs posted April 24 - May 1 (listed in chronological order). For each position, I have listed a short description and a link for more information.
This week's newsletter also features a career coaching lesson from Cindy Kraft, titled "Obsolete or In Demand?".
As always, I wish you tremendous success in your searching!
Jason
Executive Director Preclinical Development
(US-Massachusetts) Direct a pre-clinical department in the areas of toxicology, pathology, drug disposition and metabolism, bioanalytics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenomics. Responsible for the design, conduct, and interpretation of in silico, in vitro, and in vivo studies, as well as manage project activities in support of preclinical safety assessment. Build and maintain close collaboration with Research, Target Discovery, Clinical Research and others in support of early development/lead optimization of compounds. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the daily activities and long-term goals of a department, supervise the scientific, administrative, and technical responsibilities of the department, oversee the departmental operating budget, and control the quantity and quality of work toward the development of new compounds. Hire and manage (coach, evaluate, and develop) all direct reports. Oversee laboratory compliance with safety, and other regulatory guidelines. Serve on Global Project teams as needed.
(US-Massachusetts) Responsible for research and product development activities with the goal of solving the product development issues of process scale up, formulation and characterization of carbohydrate polymer products. Generates new concepts and technology in the areas of tissue protection, regeneration, and healing. Position requires a innovator and developer. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Leads projects from inception to clinical trials and or commercialization. 2. Motivates internal research staff by state-of-the-art knowledge on innovative technologies in research and development field. 3. Takes initiative to develop or modify plans/concepts and seeks innovative solutions, which can lead to new products. 4. Prepares professional reports of work, which are suitable for inclusion in regulatory filings, patent applications, or journal articles. 5. Coordinates selected project activities with academic or corporate collaborators. 6. In collaboration with the engineering department, scale up the process and resolve issues.
(US-Maine-Southern/Portland) Works on NIH grant to develop quality control products for testing by molecular methods; works with manufacturing to develop and improve protocols suitable for manufacturing processes under GMP and ISO standards; reports on grant process in format easily incorporated into NIH progress report and assists with grant submissions; may participate in manufacturing if needed. Candidates should have a BS or higher and at least two years of experience in molecular biology, preferably in the in vitro diagnostic industry. They should be skilled in the use of web-based molecular biology tools; i.e. how to look for sequences and available clones, where to find the information, how to interpret data and how to conduct sequence analysis. Candidates should be familiar with general molecular biology techniques including cloning, sequencing, amplification and electrophoresis and have applied these techniques in an R&D and/or industrial setting. Familiarity with GMP and FDA product design is preferable.
(US-Arizona) Innovative medical device company seeks a program manger to coordinate and direct all aspects of new product line development. If you are a hands-on leader, we want to talk to you! You must possess an advanced engineering degree along with 3-5 years project management experience, preferrably in the medical device industry. As the program manager, you will work to coordinate product development activities across various departments. You will specify requirements for products, product components, and assemblies. You will work as part of the team, not just manage it. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, contact us today!
(India) Metahelix has positions in genomics and bioinformatics for outstanding candidates with demonstrated research or industry experience in plant molecular biology and informatics. Genomics - Scientists with atleast 2- 3 years of post-doctoral experience in plant molecular biology with substantial exposure to modern tools of bioinformatics and genomic technologies. Scientists with M.Sc / Ph.D. in agriculture / plant molecular biology with atleast 2 years experience in plant breeding. Informatics - Scientists with a Ph.D. in the computational Physical/Chemical sciences or a Ph.D in the biological sciences with substantial experience in bio-computing or computer scientists with a flair for developing novel algorithms for pattern recognition, statistical data analysis and modeling. If you think you have what it takes to be a part of the Metahelix team please write to jobs@meta-helix.com.
Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Recombinant Therapeutic Molecules Development
(India) We invite Scientists who had training from reputed laboratories, in Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Recombinant Therapeutic molecules development & Organic Synthesis for human and animal health care, including formulations development like Novel Drug Delivery Systems, to join BE FARM. You'll be based at Hyderabad, now increasingly gaining recognition as an important destination for the pharmaceutical industry. Where the cost of living is among the lowest in the country, but the quality of life is high. As an important member of our research, you can be assured of getting ample support and encouragement to pursue your research. Of course, your compensation package will be in line with industry standards. Senior Executives from BE will be visiting the U.S. frequently. If you're interested in being a part of BE FARM, please let us know a convenient date when we could meet. Alternatively, if you're planning to visit India prior to this, please indicate to us your travel plans, to enable us to meet.
(US-Puerto Rico) Requirements: BS Degree in Engineering/Pharmacy/Chemistry; One (1) to Three (3) years experience in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Environment; Experience in Technical Project Management; Bilingual (Spanish/English) oral and written Computer literacy DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS: Over Three (3) years Technical Services experience in a Pharmaceutical Mfg. environment People Management and Total Quality Initiative Oriented Exposure to continuous improvement techniques Technical Skills Capabilities Experience in Statistical Process Control.
(US-Massachusetts-Framingham/Worcester) Our client has a career opportunity for a high-energy, results-oriented Director of Medical Affairs who will lead the company's oncology and infectious disease clinical trials group. Our client is an industry pioneer, yet it offers career stability and comprehensive benefits. If you are interested in joining a company where you will be challenged and inspired every day, this opportunity may be right for you. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, implement monitor and/or support clinical trials and provide safety evaluation, drug surveillance and protocol compliance. Manage clinical studies staff, support the management of clinical sites, contractors and CRO's. Provide training to company staff and site personnel re: clinical protocols, products and medical issues. Support/oversee the development of SOP's, regulatory submissions (BLA's IND's etc)evaluation of clinical data and participate in investigator and other medical meetings. Prepare medical publications, study reports and investigator brochures. REQUIREMENTS: MUST HAVE a Medical Degree.
(US-New York) My client, a very successful .com specializes in the production and distribution of health-related content and programming. We are seeking a talented, highly motivated senior salesperson to contribute to the continuing growth of the company. This is a high-reward sales opportunity within the thriving healthcare industry. You will work closely with e-business and marketing managers/directors of leading pharm/biotech companies, offering innovative and unique media-based products and services. REQUIREMENTS: Strong exp. selling TO pharma/biotech/medical device directors, brand managers Understanding of pharma, etc. marketing, as well as physician and consumer behavior Ability to generate clear, intelligently written client proposals Excellent presentation skills Tenacity to generate a steady pipeline of appts. and sales tyhrough phone work and face-to-face client meetings.
(US-New York-New York City) Banc of America Securities seeks an associate to join its sell side research team following the stocks of biotechnology companies. Responsiblities include extensive financial analysis of covered companies, writing short notes and longer reports, conducting primary research, communicating with sales force and asset management clientele. The ideal candidate has education and practical experience in the life sciences (MD, PhD), as well as interest and experience in the equity capital markets.
(US-Illinois-Chicago) Aerotek Scientific, a division of the 3rd largest staffing firm in the nation, is seeking candidates for their chemistry and biology openings. We recruit hard working, sharp, and dynamic individuals with degrees in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, and microbiology. Positions will be opening up for individuals with GC, HPLC, FTIR, wet chemistry, pHs, electrophoresis, blotting, platting and streaking experience. If you are interested in one of our many great opportunities please act now! All interested candidates will submit a resume in MS Word format to Thavone (T.K.) Khounthikoumane at tkhounth@aerotek.com
(US-Massachusetts-Framingham/Worcester) Our client, a pioneer in developing revolutionary treatments for cancer and infectious diseases, has an opening for an Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs. This position will be responsible for planning and directing regulatory activities and implementing strategies for the approval of regulatory submissions. The Associate Director will interact with US and International agencies to resolve regulatory issues and expedite approval of products and services. This position will work closely with manufacturing, QA/QC, and medical affairs to update registered product information as needed and with senior management. This position requires a person who can influence the thinking of others. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors Degree. 8+ years experience with pharmaceutical regulatory affairs. Demonstrated knowledge of global regulatory guidelines, CBER experience and IND/BLA/MAA submissions. Strong organizational and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to multi-task Competitive salary, sign-on bonus, performance bonus and stocks.
(US-Massachusetts-Boston) Join a pioneer who is developing revolutionary treatments for cancer, infectious diseases and autoimmune disorders as their Medical Writer. This position is responsible for preparing clinical study reports, protocols, statistical & safety analysis, and reviewing supportive documentation and literature. The Medical Writer will also assist in the preparation of Investigator Brochures, study abstracts and regulatory documents and will interact with medical personnel, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, safety and clinical operations. REQUIREMENTS: BS degree required; MS or PhD preferred. 3+ years experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or in an academic environment with clear understanding and knowledge of scientific and medical principles. Experience preparing clinical regulatory documents i.e. BLA's and IND's. Solid understanding of ICH guidelines, strong written and verbal communication skills and proficient in MS Word. Knowledge of statistics and safety information.
(US-Massachusetts) Our client, a leading CRO has an immediate opening for a Principle Biostatistician. This position works independently on complex clinical trial projects, is a recognized technical expert and may lead a team of Biostatisticians. RESPONSIBILITIES: Produce/Coordinate analysis plans, statistical output, study reports including complicated ISS, ISE, CANDA and international programs. Consult with clients on clinical trial design, clinical trial programs, statistical/regulatory issues and proactively suggest to the client improved ways of working. Serve as a mentor to other Biostatisticians being able to solve the most complex statistical problems. Provide leadership to less experienced staff. Interact with the FDA REQUIREMENTS: PhD in Biostatistics. 5+ years relevant experience of pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO industry. Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills. SAS programming.
(US-Illinois-Chicago) Our client has evolved into a diversified health care company that discovers, develops, manufactures and markets innovative products and services that span the continuum of health care from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and cure. Qualified candidates should have a BS in Chemistry and 2-5 years of work experience in a lab. Candidates will have to have solid use of instruments including HPLC, GC, GC/MS, TLC, IR, UV/vis, NMR, and AA. Solid documentation skills, familiarity of GMP, GLP is also required. Candidates must be able to present findings to larger groups. Our client requires individuals with strong HPLC, computer, GC, and wet chemistry skills.
Bioinformatics Senior Technical Specialist - Asia Pacific
(Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong or Shanghai) Develop strong relationships with customers in order to assess their needs, develop and present sales proposals, market systems solutions and achieve assigned sales plan for targeted products. Educate and train customers, field sales force individually and in groups, in order to increase effective product use and customer satisfaction. Promote targeted new technologies directly through seminars, and customer visits with and independent of Account managers. Actively participate in the formulation and implementation of account(s) strategy, including the role of the Bioinformatics Consultant in team selling new technologies. In conjunction with Account Managers, identify thought leaders at top accounts for future alpha and beta tests of new technology, feedback regarding existing/new technologies, and access to new ideas and technology. Establish and coordinate technology use groups, roundtables, conferences and other sponsored events to share experience and applications of key technologies or areas of interest.
(Hong Kong or Singapore) Responsible for supporting customers (internal and external) focusing on Cell Biology and Fluorescence technology Organize and assist technical training in Pacific region. Requirements: Master degree in Biology, Biochemistry or Biotechnology is preferred Must have at least 2 years laboratory experience Cell Culture and Cell Biology Good knowledge and experience in application of Fluorescent technology in Molecular and Cellular Biology (such as confocal microscopy, flow cytometry) and Proteomics Fluent in both speaking and written English and Mandarin Good business sense, interpersonal & communication skills Independent, self-motivated and enthusiastic Willing to travel Sound knowledge in computer applications such as Excel, Power Point etc.
(Malaysia) Our client, an international specialist in professional and consumer healthcare communication with a reputation for quality and excellence, creates and distributes a wide range of healthcare information -- in print, CD-ROM and via the Internet -- to more than 100 countries, is currently seeking an experienced Medical Journalist to be based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia office and contributing to a newspaper circulating to healthcare specialists around the Southeast Asia region, China and Korea. Requirements: Candidates should preferably have several years experience in health/medical journalism as well as a strong educational background in medicine or other life science eg, undergraduate degree in pharmacy, microbiology, biochemistry, medical technology etc. The successful applicant is also likely to have an enthusiastic and authoritative personality ie, be capable of interviewing senior health professionals to a pre-determined brief; have excellent written and verbal communication skills (English); be dynamic, well-organised and responsible as well as willing to travel and work under pressure.
(US-Waltham, MA or Raleigh, NC depending on the candidates preference) A leading Clinical Research Organization has an opening for a Medical Director. The Medical Director will be responsible for reviewing all individual adverse experience reports for accuracy and clinical importance, safety data, laboratory data and vital signs data to establish abnormal trends if any and be able to provide reports to the FDA and the sponsor. Provide support for the preparation of clinical protocols, clinical and statistical summary reports, and journal articles. Provide medical consultation as required/requested internally or by the client/sponsor. REQUIREMENTS: Medical Degree and the completion of internship, preferably residency. Pharmaceutical industry or clinical practice experience preferred. Board eligible or board certified in one or more specialties; prefer Oncology or Rhuematology Salary range $90,000-$100,000 base plus performance bonus.
(Germany) Effective 1st June we offer the position as Team Leader to head the group Peptidomics Services within our department Peptidomics Technologies. The candidate is responsible for organisation and processing of analyses to characterize and identify native peptides and small proteins applying state-of-the-art bioanalytical techniques. Besides heading his own group of scientists and technicians he also is involved in external and internal projects as project manager. His responsibilities include the permanent development of our peptidomics® technology platform, especially with regard to peptide separation/purification and peptide identification. We expect a PhD in science or medicine and at least 5 years of professional experience. You have a sound knowledge of mass spectrometry in bioanalytics. We understand that you are open, communicative and have sufficient experience in leading teams. You need know-how in the field of Mass Spectrometry of biological samples and you should have a preference for working in the lab.
(Germany) We are seeking a qualified Scientist to be trained in research and development regarding the analysis and data mining of mass spectrometry and proteomics data. This involves the application and development of databases, spectra libraries and software tools. The successful candidate will have a PhD in physics, chemistry, biochemistry or biology and a strong background in information technologies. Skills in software development on WINTEL platforms (e.g. C++, VBA) are required. A background in protein biochemistry is a strong plus and skills in database development are highly appreciated. This post is a Marie Curie fellowship and will be awarded by the European Community. The proposal for the Marie Curie Industry Host is entitled "Automated Identification of Human Peptides by Mass Spectrometry to complement Proteome Research" and submitted by BioVisioN.
(US-Connecticut) Primary Responsibilities: Investor Relations Officer (IRO) / company spokesperson reporting to CFO. Head of department with P&L responsibilities and 2-3 direct reports. Understanding trends in biotechnology and drug development and effectively positioning Company to outside investors, biotech analysts and media. Understanding scientific and medical basis for company products, evaluating commercial and competitive landscape and effectively positioning products to investors, biotech analysts and media. Managing Company relationships with investors, equity analysts, investment bankers and the media. Supporting CFO with fund-raising and SEC compliance. Supporting executive management with aspects of marketing, strategy, and corporate partnerships. Managing in a supervisory role the development of company presentations for quarterly calls, investor and scientific conferences. Managing in a supervisory role the issuance and development of press releases, marketing materials, website and annual report.
Career Coaching by Cindy: "Obsolete or In Demand?"
To be very blunt, when was the last time you invested in your professional development? Are your technical skills cutting-edge? Remember the saying that goes something like ... if you keep on doing what you’ve been doing, you will keep on getting what you’ve been getting? If you are not an advocate of life long learning, that translation could be ... if you keep on doing what you’ve been doing, you may find yourself out of a job!
