Managing Scientist Jobs

Job Title: SR CHEMIST Company: Professional Services of America Inc. Location: Beltsville, MD Description: The government has a need for chemist services to develop analytical methods and protocols on tobacco products in support of the Bureau's enforcement programs. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT and SUPPLIES Existing workspace, utilities, furniture, laboratory equipment, laboratory supplies and personal safety equipment except for prescription eyewear. Task specific training such as training on theory and operation of analytical equipments, such as a smoking machine, as well as general training on the following SSD Technical Procedure Document (TPD) and Quality Procedure Document (QPD)

Job Title: Pharmaceutical Chemist Company: Lachman Consultants Location: US and International , ZZ Description: PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTS: Lachman Consultants, a worldwide, renowned pharmaceutical consulting firm is looking for: FORMER FDA INVESTIGATOR CHEMISTS OR PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY CHEMISTS / SUPERVISORS FOR INDEPENDENT CONSULTING OPPORTUNITIES: Chemists must have experience in performing GMP / GLP audits covering laboratory procedures and practices for Quality Control, Bioanalytical and Analytical Research and Development Laboratories; documentation practices; analytical methods development, validation and transfer; instrument qualification; training programs; stability studies, investigations; CAPAs, etc. and assist in project management. Experience must also include electronic data reviews, remediation of laboratory control systems, laboratory investigations including OOS and mitigation, deviations, and change control records. Quality Assurance or Regulatory Agency experience a plus. Qualifications: B.S. / M.S. / Ph.D. in Chemistry Minimum of 10 years' laboratory experience, preferably in a Quality Control setting Detailed knowledge of current FDA, ICH, and USP regulations / guidances and expectations Strong communication / presentation skills, verbal and written, are required for interaction with clients and coworkers Ability to recognize and differentiate importance of issues and prioritize accordingly All candidates must have verifiable and recent "hands on" experience, including demonstrated remediation skills in the pharmaceutical industry. Only competent, well qualified, and highly motivated chemists with a proven track record of success need submit resume for consideration to be engaged as an independent consultant. Must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Send resume which includes dates of employment history to Register to View

Job Title: LABORATORY MANAGER Company: Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. Location: New Johnsonville, TN Description: LABORATORY MANAGER Matheson Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Manager for our New Johnsonville, Tennessee facility. The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the facility including all aspects of Data Generation and Reporting, Staffing, Financial Performance, Quality, Customer Service, and Environmental Health and Safety.This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary commensurate with experience. Relocation allowance is available to the right candidate.The New Johnsonville laboratories analyze a wide variety of specialty and electronic gas products. Analytical equipment utilized includes gas chromatographs, atomic absorption, FTIR, CRDS, and various process analyzers.The ideal candidate will possess: A relevant science degree with a minimum of 7 years experience working in a specialty, electronics or environmental laboratory operation with progressive responsibilities, including personnel management. Familiarity with a wide variety of bench level techniques, processes, equipment and data systems for routine environmental testing procedures. Demonstrated experience leading or managing a team at the department and/or laboratory level. The ability to relate professionally with people through both verbal and written communications. Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, and operate in a fluid environment while managing and coordinating projects and staff. Familiarity with ISO Accreditation and Quality Programs A high degree of motivation to lead a laboratory team to meet stated Goals and Objectives. Excellent compensation & benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match. Send resume & salary requirements. to: Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc., Attn: H.R. Manager, Fax: Register to View or e-mail: HR- Register to View -Trigas.com No phone calls or agencies please. EOE M/F/D/V MATHESON TRI-GAS www.matheson-trigas.com

Job Title: Advanced-Principal Scientist Company: Company Confidential Location: La Jolla, CA Description: Dear Candidate, We at Makro Scientific deliver custom client-centric solutions by offering contract outsourcing and premium staffing to the most well known IT and Life Science Organizations throughout United States. Our vision is to become a most reliable 'connector' between our clients and Talent pool i.e ' YOU '.We have following opportunity currently available for you.Job Title:Advanced-Principal ScientistLocation:La Jolla, CARate Range :OpenType : Contract, 3 yrsDescription: The primary responsibilities are: maintenance of mammalian and insect cell stocksmaintenance and amplification of baculovirus stocksmidi-preparation of plasmid DNAssmall-scale protein expression screening in mammalian and insect cellslarge-scale expression of proteins in mammalian and insect cell lines using Wave Bioreactorsdata entry of all experimental records into various database systems.

Job Title: Principal Scientist II Company: Abbott Location: Des Plaines, IL Description: Principal Scientist II "At Abbott, we provide the perspectives and experience necessary to translate science into real solutions for patients in over 130 markets worldwide. Today, 72,000 Abbott employees are doing work that matters.A qualified and motivated scientist will join a R&D team developing molecular assays for diagnostic applications. This individual will conceive, plan, design, conduct and lead advanced research driven by strategic business needs. He or she will act as lead scientist or project leader and will interact/coordinate with other groups and functionalities on project development/improvement. The successful candidate must have strong analytical and quantitative skills, strong oral and written communication skills, a strong track record of independent and collaborative research, and proven leadership experience. Grade level will be commensurate with experience.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:QUALIFICATIONS:Basic Qualifications:- In-depth knowledge and expertise in developing molecular assays or methods, including real-time PCR, microarray or other multiplex molecular assays.- Previous project management and supervisory experience.- Skills in optimizing assay design and condition, including DOE optimization where appropriate.- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.- Proficiency in technical writing for data summary and technical reports. Excellent oral and written communication skills.- Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to efficiently evaluate, prioritize and handle multiple projects and changing priorities, and to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.- Willing to take on new and challenging assignments and to implement new ideas or alternative solutions. Take thoughtful and timely action when confronted with a problem.- Ability to initiate and maintain scientific collaborations with academic and industrial research groups, as well as interact effectively with internal departments outside R&D area (e.g., clinical research, regulatory affairs, quality, operations, business development, marketing).- Knowledge of regulations and standards affecting IVDs and Biologics.Preferred Qualifications:- Strong track record in developing and launching complex in vitro molecular diagnostic assays.- Demonstrated experience in working with multiple molecular diagnostic platforms and technologies, and established knowledge to assess new technologies for the applicability in product development.- Experience/knowledge in oncology and pharmacogenetics.- Advanced skills in statistical analysis.Through numerous local, national and international accolades, Abbott is regarded as an employer of choice for our commitment to workplace excellence. Our employees are given the tools to succeed, lead and grow, with challenging opportunities and work that makes a difference. Through our diverse healthcare businesses, we connect people and potential in ways that no other company can. Discover a world of opportunities at Abbott. EEO Statement: At Abbott, we believe that diversity drives innovation. Innovative thinkers who are passionate about the work they do, Abbott employees are representative of the diversity of the patients we strive to serve every single day across the globe.If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=6 Register to View "

Job Title: Principal Scientist, Oncology Bioinformatics Company: Roche Location: Nutley, NJ Description: Roche NutleyWork with Roche scientists to apply state-of-the-art integrative analysis techniques to advance decisions for our Oncology drug discovery pipeline. The analytical focus ranges from early pre-clinical phases (target discovery and validation, preclinical mode-of-action analyses) to clinical phases I and II (biomarker discoveries, translational medicine studies). The main focus of this position is on the application of bioinformatics methods and techniques to large scale datasets. More details on designated work areas are: -Support of Oncology research and development departments and project teams with bioinformatics techniques, tools and genetics/genomics - relevant databases (sequencing-, mutation-, expression-, pathway-DB, etc.) -Evaluation, development, and support of new bioinformatics methods and tools with a preferred focus on next-generation sequencing and mutation data -Perform bioinformatics analyses (sequence-, expression-, pathway analyses, etc.) with focus on oncology (target and biomarker prediction, mode of action studies, etc.) -Consulting and training in bioinformatics and data analysis topicsWho you are You want to apply and develop state-of-the-art bioinformatics methods and techniques in the dynamic area of biological and pharmaceutical sciences. You are looking for a company which gives you good perspectives for personal development. You have a thorough knowledge of software for sequence assembly, phylogeny of sequences, sequence alignment, polymorphism/mutation detection and a thorough knowledge of the major genomic databases and their interfaces. PhD in Bioinformatics, Medical Informatics, Biology or related field with at least 2 years of experience.Proficiency in working with bioinformatics tools, methods and databases, preferably in the Oncology therapeutic area.Good knowledge in biological sciences (Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology).Knowledge of the Drug Discovery and Development process is of advantage.Proficiency in R and PERL, knowledge of C / C++ is of advantageStrong team spirit. Willingness to work in international teams.Willing to work inter-disciplinary and readiness to learn and explore new fields.Fluency in English.

Job Title: Sr. Scientist/Principal Scientist - Clinical Pharmacology Company: Forest Laboratories, Inc. Location: Jersey City, NJ Description: Independently plan and design non-clinical and clinical PK and PD studies * Responsible for design and analyses of Phase I studies * Contribute to the preparation of clinical study protocols and informed consents * Work closely with Clinical Research Associates and be responsible for overseeing all aspects of study conduct including evaluation and selection of CRO, study initiation, monitoring, and close-out. * Represent Clinical Pharmacology on Project Teams to raise and address non-clinical and clinical PK/PD, and drug metabolism related development strategies. * Participate in the preparation of regulatory submissions including Investigator Brochures, annual IND updates, INDs, NDAs, and sNDAs. * Perform and interpret clinical and pre-clinical pharmacokinetic/toxicokinetic (PK/PD) analyses using compartmental and non-compartmental techniques; perform and interpret Pharmacodynamic (PD) analyses; establish PK/PD relationships * Author technical reports ready for regulatory submissions * Review intra- and inter-departmental as well as partner reports and documents * Author manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals * Represent CPDD in corporate process Initiatives * Contribute to in-licensing evaluations and participate in due-diligence activities * Independently propose and defend Clinical Development Plans for new projects * Participate in Marketing sponsored Life-Cycle Management activities of projects * To have experience (or by appropriate training being able to develop skills) in population PK and PK/PD analysis Education: Ph.D. in Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics Experience: 3-7 years of postdoctoral and industrial experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * PK/PD models, PK/PD software skills (WinNonlin, Kinetica, Clinical Trial Simulator and NONMEM) * Good computer and software skills (MS Office, Sigma Plot, statistical programs). * Good knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines and FDA regulations and guidance * Good understanding of the drug development process * Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills * Excellent verbal and written skills * Excellent presentation skills * Multidisciplinary collaborations

Job Title: Principal Scientist, Technical Assurance Company: Johnson & Johnson Location: Skillman, NJ Description: Johnson Johnson Consumer Products Company, a member of Johnson Johnsons Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Principal Scientist, Technical Assurance, located in Skillman, NJ or Los Angeles, CA.Johnson Johnson Consumer Products Company Division of Johnson Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. develops and markets baby care, wound care and skin care products that address the needs of consumers and health care professionals and incorporate the latest innovations. The portfolio includes heritage brands JOHNSONS Baby and BAND-AID Brand, as well as leading skin care brands such as AVEENO and CLEAN CLEAR.We are currently recruiting for a Principal Scientist to support the Technical Assurance group. The Principal Scientist will support formulation and manufacturability for a broad range of consumer products such as Skin Care, Beauty Care, Baby Care, Oral Care, Wound Care and Womens Health Care. The Principal Scientist will lead reformulation projects and resolve technical issues associated with marketed consumer products. The candidate will provide direction, management and technical leadership to drive project teams forward. The Principal Scientist will manage project metrics and interface with internal and external business partners. The Principal Scientist will demonstrate a creative, yet practical and realistic approach to projects, challenges and responsibilities while being results oriented. The Principal Scientist is expected to create and champion new business models.

Job Title: Managing/Senior Managing Scientist, Statistical & Data Sciences (2123) Company: Location: San Francisco, CA Description: Managing/Senior Managing Scientist, Statistical & Data Sciences (2123) Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm. Our multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, physicians, and regulatory consultants brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve complicated problems facing corporations, insurers, government entities, associations and individuals. Our approximately 900 staff members work in 24 offices across the United States and abroad. Exponent has over 600 consultants, including more than 350 that have earned a doctorate in their chosen field of specialization. Exponent?s Statistical & Data Sciences Practice houses the company?s core capabilities in statistical methodology and provides expertise to serve clients at any and all stages of the empirical research process. We assist clients in addressing problems in product development and manufacturing control, as well as in resolving regulatory and legal issues. Our services include the following:

Job Title: Principal Scientist, Food Safety and Regulatory Affairs Job Company: PepsiCo Location: Valhalla, NY Description: Responsible for developing thermal and non-thermal processing parameters for the safety and quality of PepsiCo beverages. - Implement PepsiCo-wide policy on low acid aseptic products (minimum requirements for equipment design, package sterilization, etc. - Development of thermal processes for Low Acid . High Acid, and Acidified Foods and Beverages. - Support ongoing quality auditing function for these products. - In cooperation with the process authority and other technical resources carries out validation trials on new aseptic equipment, new installations and new product launches. Re-validate systems as needed. - Provides support in developing thermal processes for retorted products as necessary. Assist the process authority in evaluating process irregularities and provide guidelines for product disposition. - Maintain regulatory compliance policies for the LACF category worldwide. Supervise the safety of LACF, Acidified, and High Acid products developed by R&D Scope - Take a broad leadership role in the implementation and maintenance of thermal process and aseptic technologies within region(i.e. Audits, System Validation and Approval, Experimental Test Protocol, Pilot Plant Test Protocol, etc.). This will require the individual to execute work beyond the scope of their individual technical function in order to assess the feasibility and soundness of proposed approaches, techniques, and/or equipment design. - Takes a broad leadership role on projects. Gaining alignment with Operations and R&D is critical in maintaining these systems. Manage the specifications for maintaining and approving thermal process and aseptic systems across PepsiCo. - Facilitate the transition to a common thermal process and aseptic standard across all PepsiCo facilities. Communicating and implementing to Operations and the co-manufacturers will be QA's responsibility. - Participate in the development of the direction of standardized thermal and aseptic systems for PepsiCo and collaboration to harmonize all such systems. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Food Science, or other related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of direct experience in Thermal Processing and Aseptics. Master's or PhD in Engineering, Food Science, or Microbiology preferred. - Individual will need to understand business strategies, culture and work necessary to achieve results. - Persevere in times of crisis and handle adverse circumstances effectively. Assist people through change and transformation effectively. - Capable of influencing people regarding quality systems. - A team oriented person with skills that effectively bring people and issues to decisive resolution. Achieve results consistently despite obstacles. - Monitor progress against goals, identify issues and takes corrective action early. - Manages related functional activities to ensure the alignment of team priorities with broader organizational initiatives, and works to set culture and tone for their area. Must be innovative, detail oriented, self directed and have good problem solving skills. Acts as a peer coach to junior scientists and other non-technical associates. - Must have an understanding of the following; thermal bacteriology, LACF regulations including aseptics, process calculations and lethality determination, data collection and complex lethality calculations. Job ID: 25449