Principal Reseacher

Apply for job at Wyeth

Description
At Wyeth, we have a vision of leading the way to a healthier world. We've committed ourselves to achieving this vision by making quality, integrity and excellence the hallmarks of our business. A Fortune 500 company and global leader in pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare, and animal healthcare products, we know that our employees are who keep us on the cutting edge of innovative discoveries and superior customer service. To sustain and enhance our leadership position in the pharmaceutical industry, we continue to recruit, develop and motivate individuals whose skills, values, and work ethic will grow and improve our business.

JOB SUMMARY

This is a senior level Scientist, with proven independent performance in biological, pharmacological and/or medical Sciences, a strong record of accomplishments in research and demonstrated effectiveness and leadership in an academic institution and/or in the industry

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Initiate, lead, and supervise focused discovery, validation and implementation of biomarkers research in support of drug discovery and development programs within the therapeutic area of Women's Health and Musculoskeletal Diseases. Maintain current knowledge in biomarkers sciences, Translational Medicine, technology as well as strong scientific publications, presentations and engagements in professional forums, symposia etc.

Participate in Learn teams that form strategies, tactics for biomarkers discovery, and implementation within the specified therapeutic area.

Support the Translational Medicine group in Scotland, UK via joint Research Collaborations towards biomarker discovery, validation and implementation within the specified therapeutic area.

Work with the Associate Director, DTM to develop Disease s and compound biomarker strategies and roadmaps in the specified therapeutic area. Support the Associate Director of DTM in Biomarker research activities, portfolio management, data and expert opinion as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATION

PhD, MD or MD/PhD in biological, pharmacological or medical Sciences obtained in a leading teaching Institution.

At least one Post-Doctorate Fellowship training and research experience in the area of Women's Health or Bone disease (Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis) in academic or other leading research institutions.

At least 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in academic or other leading research institutions with demonstrated independent research, evidenced by leadership in grant support, first or senior author publications in peer reviewed, leading professional journals. Emerging reputation in specific research area as evidenced by invitations for speaker in professional symposia. Pharmaceutical (discovery) experience is highly desired. Knowledge in modern scientific research areas and advanced technologies (e.g., genomics, proteomics) and demonstrated experience or strong interest in Translational Medicine are important. Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as presentation skills are required. High integrity, professional and personal ethics as evidenced by three references of supervisors and professional colleagues.

Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs.

For more information and to apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers

Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

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Principal Scientist

Apply for Job at Boehringer Ingelheim

Description
Job Department: Toxicology & Safety Assessment

Job Category: Science/Research & Development

Job Description:
Boehringer Ingelheim is a family-owned company that is in the business of providing our customers with pharmaceutical and animal health products that significantly enhance their health and improve their quality of life. Our most important resource is our committed, creative and determined employees whose energy is focused on discovery, development and delivery of our innovative products to those who need them. The employees of Boehringer Ingelheim are our most important competitive advantage. Our global presence and thinking provides the opportunity for employees to work internationally and on teams, offering them visibility and the ability to influence the direction and outcome of critical projects. Competitive benefit and compensation programs reflect the Company’s high regard for its employees and enhance each person’s ability to balance the demands of work and personal responsibilities. Every employee at Boehringer Ingelheim contributes to the company’s uncompromising commitment to quality in our products, excellence in our scientific pursuits and high ethical standards of behavior. The diversity of our employees makes it possible for us to craft unique solutions to today’s complex business challenges. We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Manage benchwork to support gene expression profiling
* Assist in the implementation of bioinformatics methods for analyses of complex data sets
* Provide toxicological context of genomics (proteomics/metabonomics) data outputs
* Work with project managers to develop strategies for molecular toxicology testing
* Remain current on guidances in Pharmaco-/Toxicogenomics
* Remain current on molecular profiling methods for pan-proteome/metabolome analyses
* Collaborate and harmonize with counterparts in Discovery and in the Toxicogenomics group at BI-Germany
* Participate in external consortia in the area of Toxicogenomics
* Manage collaborations to advance area of Molecular Toxicology

Requirements:

* Ph.D. or post-doctoral experience in Toxicology and Molecular Biology is required
* Demonstrated experience with genomics application in toxicology
* Management experience is necessaryDABT Certification is preferred
* Affymetrix expression profiling; TaqMan methodology and Bioinformatics experience are special requirements for this position

Post-Doc - Medicine Hematology

Apply for job at Thomas Jefferson University and Hospital

Description
In healthcare, the groundwork for a successful career begins well before your first day on the job. “Getting” the position you seek is secondary to preparing for all that you will encounter. At Thomas Jefferson University, comprised of Jefferson Medical College, Jefferson College of Graduate Studies, and Jefferson College of Health Professions and Corporate services, we offer environments that ready our students for life. By providing intellectually stimulating and professionally challenging settings that are unique and world-renowned, those students, and all who impact their time within our premier institution, discover a place where hard work and higher thinking come together like nowhere else.

We have a FT (70 hours biweekly) Post Doctoral position available in the Department of Medicine/Hematology at Thomas Jefferson University. The Post Doc Fellow will study the regulation of integrin activation in platelets and neutrophils. A focus will be on defining the molecular mechanisms by which CalDAG-GEFI (RasGRP2) and protein kinase C (PKC) regulate the activation of the small GTPases Rap1/Rap2 leading to integrin activation, in vitro and in vivo.

Requirements
# Ph.D required, experience with molecular biology.

Please mail or fax your resume to: Cindy Castellanos, Thomas Jefferson University 201 South 11th Street - Martin Building Philadelphia, PA 19107 Fax Number: (215) 503-4329 E-mail: [Click here for email]
Or apply on-line at http://employment.jefferson.edu

Located in Philadelphia, PA, the birthplace of the United States of America, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are ideally situated in an area rich in cultural diversity, historic attractions and recreational facilities. Close to New York City, Baltimore, Washington DC, the Pocono Mountains and New Jersey beaches, the area offers unparalleled quality of life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Senior Pharmacologist

Apply for Job with Kelly Scientific Resources

Description
Kelly Scientific Resources (KSR), a division of Kelly Services, is recognized as a leader in the staffing industry, with temp, temp-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities at a variety of companies. To satisfy our clients' needs, we work with the best people in the scientific community. That's where you come in.

KSR is currently seeking a Senior Pharmacologist to work for our client's R&D department in Tempe, AZ. This is a great opportunity to work in a professional, goal-driven, team-oriented environment. This position is a Direct Hire opportunity. Salary range will be $95-115K/yr. DOE with 5% bonus potential. Our client will provide a relocation package.

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Plan, design and oversee nonclinical pharmacology studies for investigational new drugs using in vitro and in vivo models of health and disease

Plan, design and oversee in vitro and in vivo pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism studies

Evaluate new drug entities to supplement existing drug pipeline

Evaluate test agents in representative in vivo models

Analyze pharmacology and PK data and prepare nonclinical studies reports and integrated summary documents

This list of duties, responsibilities and tasks is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other related duties or responsibilities as required

Our client requires the following experience, skills, and qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in Pharmacology or pharmacokinetics

Minimum 5-8 years of post doctoral pharmaceutical experience preferably within the biotech industry

Demonstrated hands-on experience working with animal models

Working knowledge in pharmacology, pharmacokinetics and bioanalytical chemistry techniques

Extensive knowledge of data analysis, statistics and report generation

Strong interpersonal skills including excellent verbal and written communications skills, time management, decision-making, presentation, and human relations skills; high attention to detail and the ability to follow through; well organized

Ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently and adapt to rapidly changing situations

Ability to conduct statistical analysis using PC-based software

This position involves standing and sitting most of the time; frequently involves reaching, lifting, and bending.

Every day, Kelly Scientific Resources connects scientific professionals with opportunities to advance their careers. To be immediately considered for this position, click the 'Apply Now!' button. Or, refer a friend by clicking the 'E-mail this job' link provided.

Kelly Scientific Resources® has grown into a $200 million global business as the scientific business unit of Kelly Services. Our staff of scientists provides scientific staffing to a broad spectrum of industries including: chemical, cosmetics, food science pharmaceutical, biomedical, consumer products, environmental, medical device, clinical, petrochemical, and clinical research. Kelly provides an incredible opportunity to job seekers all over the globe. We invite you to bookmark our Web site and encourage you to review it regularly for new opportunities worldwide: www.kellyscientific.com. Kelly Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Oncology Antibody Lab Head

Apply for Job with Novartis

Description

Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research is Novartis' global research organization and is committed to discovering innovative medicines that cure disease and improve human health. By conducting more relevant and predictable drug discovery that can yield new and better medicines for patients, Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research is redefining drug discovery in the post-genomic era.
Over the past four years, Novartis Pharmaceuticals has had the greatest number of new molecular entities approved by the US FDA. With its broad focus on diseases for which there is a need for better medical therapies, and with over 3,000 talented, dedicated research scientists worldwide, Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research is well-positioned to ensure Novartis maintains its strong pipeline and highly successful track record in new drug discovery.
Novartis Institutes has sites in Cambridge, Massachusetts (headquarters); Basel, Switzerland; Horsham, UK; East Hanover, NJ; Vienna, Austria; Tsukuba, Japan and Emeryville, California. Novartis Institutes' Cambridge facilities encompass 950,000 square feet of laboratory and office space. Research in cardiovascular disease, oncology, infectious disease, diabetes, ophthalmology and muscle disease is headquartered in Cambridge. In addition, Cambridge is home to the following platform technologies: Global Discovery Chemistry, Functional Genomics, Developmental & Molecular Pathways, and Models of Disease Center.
In order to attract and develop an exceptionally talented and committed staff, Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research offers an innovative and comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, insurance, savings, retirement, and work/life benefits.

We are seeking a highly motivated research investigator with a strong background in oncology and antibody therapeutic research. The successful candidate will be expected to lead multidisciplinary project teams to discover and develop novel antibody therapeutics as well as directly manage a molecular/cell biology laboratory.

Qualifications
Antibody therapeutics lab head Qualifications:

Ph.D. molecular biology or related field.

Minimum 5 years of post-doctoral experience in cancer and/or antibody therapeutic research

Novartis is committed to embracing and leveraging diverse backgrounds.

Novartis is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

Post-Doc

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Description
SCIENTIST BIOTECH INDUSTRY
-SEEKING RESEARCH FELLOW

People Solutions is a leading provider of scientific, engineering, and IT staffing solutions to client organizations with highly specialized requirements. People Solutions provides staffing solutions on both a contract and direct basis.

Our client is a biotech company that is focused on advancing technologies for early cancer detection and technologies to advance the selection of cancer chemo-sensitivity therapeutic regimes. Currently, our client seeks candidates for the following key position:

Scientist

Advantages of this opportunity:

1) You will be choosing a stimulating and rewarding career direction. This is a well funded biotech with a strong foundation in research; a highly accomplished global research team performing ground breaking research.

2) You will be contributing in an organization with a mission to develop and rapidly commercialize their breakthrough technologies.

3) You will be joining an organization committed to successful scientific research and discovery that values your contributions, and promotes your professional growth.

Added Plus:

This organization provides growth opportunities and a competitive package of benefits and compensation. You will work with state-of the-art equipment in a positive, collaborative, team inspired environment.

Requirements
In order to be successful in this position you will need:

A PHD in the life sciences with broad research experience in cellular, molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and related areas.

Experience with some of the following key platform technologies and expertise:

Genotyping
Bioassay methods to develop, qualify, or validate sensitive diagnostic assays
Immunoassay experience
PCR

Added plus: Microsatellite Analysis (MSA)
Mass Spectrum Analysis (MS)

Qualified research fellows/post doctoral associates will possess well developed experimental and analytical skills, as well as solid data analysis skills and will be dedicated to research. Must be a US citizen, permanent resident, or authorized to work in the US.

Post-Doc Research Associate

Apply for Job at Arizona State University:

Description
Post-Doctoral Associate
Office of Clinical Partnerships

ASU Office of Clinical Partnerships seeks a Post-Doctoral Associate with a PhD and/or MD in neuroscience, endocrinology and/or
immunology, to assist with physiology research. Training and experience desired in radioimmunassays, ELISAs and Luminex. Salary: DOE. AA/EOE. Please send CV,
research interests, recent
reprints, and names of 3
references to: Dr. Kathleen S. Matt, Director of Clinical Partnerships, [Click here for email], ASU PO Box 877105, Tempe, AZ 85287-7105, 480-965-7906.

Requirements
See Job description

Post-Doc Research Associate

Apply for Job with Princeton University

Description
Princeton University is a vibrant community of scholarship and learning that stands in the nation's service and in the service of all nations. Chartered in 1746, and known as the College of New Jersey until 1896, it was British North America's fourth college.

Position Summary: The Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics seeks applicants for research staff positions to join any of several interdisciplinary research groups. Subjects include the architecture and dynamics of transcriptional regulatory networks, using technologies such as DNA microarrays to make genome-wide observations of cellular states in bacteria, yeast and animal cells. Computational and mathematical approaches are then employed to analyze such data in order to model the genetic circuitry of these organisms. Rank and salary dependent upon qualifications. Applications should be submitted online at http://jobs.princeton.edu. Applications should include a curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications and a brief statement (3 pages) of research interests and goals. On the application form, please give three references who we can contact for letters of reference, if needed.

Job Function: Regular Professional Research

Grade: RR 040

Eligible for Overtime: No

Requirements
Essential Qualifications: Applicants with a Ph.D. or equivalent should have training and a significant track record in one of the following areas: 1. genomics 2. bacterial/yeast/animal cell molecular biology and genetics. 3. experimental chemistry or theoretical physics. 4. computational biology/biophysics. 5. computer science (theory, machine learning, statistics). 6. population genetics, molecular evolution.

Education Required: Doctorate Degree

Post-Doc Research Associate

Apply for Job With Princeton University

Description
Princeton University is a vibrant community of scholarship and learning that stands in the nation's service and in the service of all nations. Chartered in 1746, and known as the College of New Jersey until 1896, it was British North America's fourth college.

Position Summary: Post-doctoral positions are available at Princeton University in the area of bioenergy to join a DOE-funded interdisciplinary team studying microbial hydrogen production from a quantitative perspective. Participating labs include Rabinowitz (metabolomics), Dismukes (photosynthesis) and Rabitz (quantitative modeling).

Job Function: Regular Professional Research

Grade: RR 040

Eligible for Overtime: No

Requirements
Essential Qualifications: Candidates are preferred with experience in cellular metabolism, microbial physiology, systems biology, mass spectrometry, instrument development, and/or computational chemistry. Exceptional opportunities are available for highly motivated candidates with strong publication records, regardless of their specific area of expertise. Applicants should recently have received their Ph.D. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications. Applications should include a curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications and a brief statement (3 pages) of research interests and goals. On the application form, please give three references that you have asked to send letters of recommendation. Reference letters should be sent to the address below. All other materials must be submitted through the website. Send reference letters only to: Bioenergy postdoc 249 Carl Icahn Laboratory Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544-1014

Education Required: Doctorate Degree

Analytical Chemistry Associate

Apply for Job with AeroTek

Description
Job Classification: Direct Hire

Alternate Ways to Apply

Postal Address for Applications:
Bellevue WA

Description:
Company Overview:
Do you want to work for a fast paced, goal oriented company with an entrepreneurial culture? Then come join one of the Seattle's leading pharmaceutical companies involved with innovative technologies and cutting edge drug delivery models. We are looking for a skilled QC Chemist to join the Analytical Services team!

Position Overview:
In this role you will be responsible for preparation of samples for HPLC analysis, analysis of samples by existing HPLC methods, and data processing, review, and reporting of HPLC results. You will also provide support and perform maintenance activities as needed for a GMP compliant Analytical facility.

Key Skills:
- Expert in analytical sample preparation
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent communication skills

Key Qualifications:
- BS in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 3-5 yrs industry experience or MS in Analytical Chemistry or related field and 2 yrs industry experience -- Experience working in a regulated environment
- Extensive experience with Waters LC equipment and software
- Experience in handling biotechnology products

Join Aerotek Scientific LLCSM, one of the fastest growing providers of scientific and clinical research services in the nation. Due to our growth, we're constantly on the lookout for qualified professionals to place in contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement positions across the scientific and clinical research communities. At Aerotek Scientific, we know it's more than just your day-to-day responsibilities that can make or break a job. It's the support you get. That's the reason Aerotek Scientific offers a variety of benefits including medical, dental, optical, 401k, and many more. Don't put your career in the hands of just anyone, put it in the hands of a specialist. Join the Aerotek Scientific team! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.

Requirements
Competencies
Desired:

WATERS HPLC, LC Equipment, ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY

Analytical Chemist

Apply for Job with Kforce Scientific Staffing:

Description
Responsibilities: The qualified candidates should possess broad analytical chemistry knowledge and strong technical strengths in HPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, UV and other related technologies. The candidate is required to deliver project support tasks in a timely manner and hands-on analytical method development and validation in labs. It is highly expected that the candidate can collaborate with other departments, communicate with project teams and, write documents, such as IND/NDA regulatory submissions, reports, protocols and standard operation procedures etc. Good interpersonal skill, flexibility dealing with challenges, capability of quickly learning new technologies and problem solving, supervisor/leadership experience are also valuable for this position.

Responsibilities:

Analytical method development and validation for release tests (assay, purity, residual solvents, moisture, dissolution etc)

Analytical support in chemical process for API, as well as for prototype formulations and finished drug products

Characterization of reference standard and impurity standard materials.

Able to follow cGMP guidelines, company standard operating procedures, and analytical methods

Able to communicate with project teams and other departments. Also able to write IND and NDA submission documents, reports, protocols, analytical methods and standard operation procedures

Able to assess and introduce new technologies to enhance analytical strength and, contribute to cross-department collaboration projects

For more information or to apply directly, please contact David Schwarzenbek at (858) 550-1663, [Click here for email].

If you are not a local candidate but are relocating, please inform me of your arrangements (i.e., date and city/state you are relocating to).

Kforce (NASDAQ: KFRC) is a full-service specialty staffing firm providing flexible and permanent staffing solutions for organizations and career management for individuals in the specialty skill areas of information technology, finance & accounting, human resources, engineering, pharmaceutical, health care and scientific. Backed by more than 1,500 recruiting specialists, Kforce operates in more than 40 markets in North America. For more information, please visit our web site at www.kforce.com.

Job Ref#: 1137~SCI~766156P1~99

Requirements
Skills:

Position requires a Ph.D. or M.S. in Analytical Chemistry or related field

Experience M.S. with 8 plus years of pharmaceutical analysis; or PhD with 2-5 years experience

Must possess strong technical strengths in pharmaceutical analysis, communication, problem solving and leadership/supervisor skills