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(Posted September 16, 2008)
Director of Product Development
OVERVIEW:
The company is a leading player in the international diagnostics industry. A combination of strong organic growth and a progressive acquisition-led strategy has seen the company assemble an impressive portfolio of over 500 products to date. The test kits manufactured by the company are used in the clinical laboratory and point-of-care segments of the diagnostic market to detect infectious diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, blood coagulation and autoimmune disorders.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Product Development reports directly to the Head of R&D, Hemostasis and is responsible for leading an interdisciplinary team of scientists involved in the new product development activities for Hemostasis reagents and applications. The Director is also responsible for providing technical product support for Hemostasis Quality Control and manufacturing groups.The work would involve taking an early stage proof of concept from product feasibility through to product launch. This person would be responsible for instrument and reagent integration, transfer of products to production within the context of a Design Control Process and support of this product in the market place. All product development activities would follow Quality System Regulations and would be focused on achieving an FDA approved product.
The incumbent for this position will have significant experience in bringing clinical diagnostic and specifically Hemostasis products to market; an excellent manager who can stay close to the scientists at the bench while helping define and maintain the strategic direction; a scientist capable of building and developing the department while participating in building the business of The company. The incumbent is responsible for the development of valuable applications for the company product portfolio and to build market interest through publication and presentation of these applications.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead a team of scientist and engineers (10-20 people) as a functional manager in Hemostasis R&D.
- Work with Manufacturing, Quality Control, and Customer Service to identify key opportunities for product and process improvements for existing products.
- Plan, execute and direct scientific studies or experiments to support product release using advanced design of experiment techniques.
- Plan and execute new product development activities to support/lead the introduction of new products to the market place following all relevant IVD industry standards.
- Coordinate and lead root cause investigations in a technical forum.
- Cooperate with other functional areas and groups within the company, leading by example.
- Provide technical training company-wide to all applicable technical staff in various departments.
CANDIDATE SUMMARY:
The ideal candidate will have earned a Ph.D. in a life science and will have been promoted to a significant leadership position in a commercial business providing IVD Assays to the market. Outstanding team management skills are essential. The candidate must have managed scientific teams for ten or more years. Significant experience in the development of Hemostasis IVD assays is required, including instrument/system integration.
For more information contact Jim Schepp at jim@lasherassociates.com
(Posted September 2, 2008)
GLOBAL Medical Adviser
Haematology/HAEMOPHILIA
This is a career-enhancing opportunity for a talented and business orientated physician with a background in haematology, to take global responsibility for the provision of medico/marketing support for, and contribute to pipeline development of, the company’s haematology/haemophilia portfolio.
Joining a company with a recognised world leading position and presence in the haemophilia therapeutic field you will operate at the global level, with a high degree of autonomy, developing both internally and externally as the ‘champion’ in this therapeutic discipline. Working within a commercially dynamic operation that is respected for its ethics, you will provide expert medical advice to marketing and will have the opportunity to contribute to, and impact on, the clinical development of innovate pipeline products in the target therapeutic area.
The position will be based in
The company offers an attractive remuneration package and on merit, working in an organisation that has a reputation for developing and retaining its personnel, there will be scope to move into management and/or marketing positions in HQ or large affiliate operations.
To apply or for more information please contact
(Posted June 12, 2008)
Ph.D Student Position
A Ph.D student position is immediately available in the laboratory of Prof. Marguerite Neerman-Arbez, Department of Genetic Medicine and Development, Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Switzerland.
We are studying human genetic disorders of haemostasis, in particular fibrinogen deficiencies. These are rare and affect either the quantity or the quality of circulating fibrinogen, which is the precursor of the major protein component of the blood clot, fibrin. Our laboratory identified the gene and the first causative mutations for complete deficiency of fibrinogen, afibrinogenaemia, in 1999. Fibrinogen is a hexamer comprising two copies of three polypeptides encoded by the fibrinogen alpha, beta and gamma genes clustered on human chromosome 4. Taking advantage of the knowledge and experience gained from our studies of the molecular mechanisms by which fibrinogen gene mutations lead to disease, we are now investigating the broader picture influencing fibrinogen levels (which are highly variable amongst individuals) with the aim of identifying new cis-regulatory elements in the genomic landscape of the fibrinogen cluster as well as trans-regulatory elements, using chromosome capture techniques. We are also determining whether microRNAs are involved in the fine-tuning of fibrinogen levels. Animal models, including knock-out mice and zebrafish will be used in the course of these projects.The discovery of novel mechanisms determining fibrinogen levels in the circulation is clinically relevant since a high fibrinogen level is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic young scientist with a strong potential for an academic career. If you are interested in this position and have recently obtained a Masters degree or equivalent in Molecular Biology or Cell Biology please send your C.V., list of publications and the names of three references to:
M. Neerman-Arbez,
Department of Genetic Medicine and Development
University Medical School,
1, rue Michel Servet,
1211 Geneva, Switzerland.
e-mail: Marguerite.Arbez@medecine.unige.ch
(Posted April 10, 2008)
Life Sera, a division of Life Therapeutics, is an international company specializing in collection of specialty and normal source plasma. Life Sera provides the highest quality hyperimmune plasma for the manufacture of life saving therapies.
We are currently searching for excellent candidates for the following positions:
Center Director – Metairie,
The Center Director must be able to handle all personnel issues to include attendance and work performance; manage quality and procedural compliance; handle customer service issues while ensuring adherence to all measures of quality service guidelines and standard operational procedures. Management experience in a donor center, bio-tech/life sciences or medical setting strongly preferred.
THE CENTER DIRECTOR WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in science or management related field preferred or three to five years experience as a Center Director in the plasma proteins industry.
- Strong employee supervision/management experience.
- Ensures the total operation is in compliance with facility Donor Center Operating Manual (DCOP), State and Federal (FDA) Rules and Regulations, OSHA requirements, and CLIA requirements.
- Develop strong internal working relationships to assist in achieve operational goals and foster teamwork.
- Ability to strategize internally with operational management to balance short-term and tactical needs.
- Extensive and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Directs and supervises donor center employees to maintain quality assurance procedures.
- Ability to develop staff to ensure a competent, compliant and quality team.
- Excellent analytical and decision making skills
- Demonstrated initiative and self motivation.
- Experience in a leadership role.
- Effective PC and Microsoft Office skills required.
- Flexibility in work schedule to include evenings and weekends based on business need.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA, company paid basic life insurance and 401K.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level with an organization that offers opportunity for growth, please CLICK HERE or visit www.life-therapeutics.com to apply.
Life Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(Posted April 10, 2008)
Life Sera, a division of Life Therapeutics, is an international company specializing in collection of specialty and normal source plasma. Life Sera provides the highest quality hyperimmune plasma for the manufacture of life saving therapies.
We currently have an immediate opening in our
The Nurse/ Physician Substitute will ensure donor suitability, product integrity and the continued good health of donors through compliance with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual Guidelines.
Qualifications and Experience for the Ideal Nurse / Physician Substitute:
- Graduate of a recognized healthcare related educational program.
- Possess excellent assessment skills.
- Must possess current state license.
- Minimum of 1 year experience performing venipunctures.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA, company paid basic life insurance and 401K.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level with an organization that offers opportunity for growth, please CLICK HERE or visit www.life-therapeutics.com to apply.
Life Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(Posted March 28, 2008)
Our customer Roche Diagnostics Ltd. in Rotkreuz,
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a professional responsible for the marketing of diagnostics systems in coagulation. The following position was created to support the product portfolio of established products and new developments:
Position: Global Product Manager Coagulation
Location: Rotkreuz, Headquarter,
Job description:
- Brand management
- Cultivate and develop relationships with Key Opinion Leaders
- Keep knowledge in the coagulation field including new diagnostic markers, market trends and competitive intelligence up to date
- Provide high level scientific and technical support and guidance to affiliates with regard to new product launches and product issues
- Prepare all necessary documentation (technical, scientific and medical) for product launches in collaboration with external business partners as well as internal cross functional business segments and departments
- Travel time between 25%-30%
Your Profile:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science and experience in the medical diagnostics field or a related pharmaceutical industry
- Clinical coagulation experience; strong understanding of the coagulation field capable of translating clinical utiltity into product positioning
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable to interact with global partners and opinion leaders
- Experience in marketing as well as product development and launching would be an asset
For more information please contact Andrea Nienaber, Scientific Consultant, Kelly Scientific Resources; phone: +41 44 225 41 00. If you are interested in this position, please sent your application electronically to reference no SW027413 (www.kellyscientific.com) or email directly to: andrea.nienaber@kellyservices.ch.