Home Based – Multiple positions and locations

Position Summary

As a Senior Clinical Research Associate (Senior CRA) at PAREXEL, you have the opportunity to be a true clinician and work on complex therapeutic studies. In addition you will act as the on-site resource for the other study team members.

You will have the greatest impact on drug and medical device clinical trials by working on-site with the clients, focusing on the clinical trial, while leveraging the resources of our in-house monitoring team. Because of our unique structure, you will spend less time on the administrative aspects of the trial, and will be able to focus on what you were trained to do – developing close relationships with the sites and having a positive impact on the success of the trial.

Our travel model encourages efficiency so you have more time for meaningful work activities. We are also organizationally and technologically equipped to support your focus on the clinical aspects of your work whether you are on the road or in your office.

We are seeking independent professionals who have the ability to see the big picture and communicate effectively. If you are organized, have strong attention to detail, are able to build lasting relationships with internal and external clients, and demonstrate excellent communication skills – we want you to be the new face at PAREXEL.

To qualify, you should have at least 3 years of on-site clinical monitoring experience.

Our management is committed to our internal environment of excellence, offering development opportunities and sponsoring initiatives for those employees who bring professional level skill and dedication to their careers. At PAREXEL, you will maximize your ability to reach your personal development and professional career goals.

Discover a career at PAREXEL, where exciting challenges and opportunities await you. 

Requirements

• Strong computer and internet skills including knowledge of MS-Office products such as Excel, Word
• Strong regulatory knowledge including GCP
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Sound problem solving skills
• Looks for win-win solutions to solve problems
• Gives others appropriate latitude to make decisions
• Carefully weighs the priority of project tasks and directs team accordingly
• Understands the strengths and development areas of team members
• Enlists the support of team members in meetings goals
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Ability to lead a virtual, global team as required
• Sound presentation skills
• Consultative skills
• Ability to make appropriate decisions in ambiguous situations
• Ability to solve problems by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach
• Client focused approach to work with the ability to interact professionally within a client organization
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and achieve project timelines
• Effective time management in order to meet daily metrics or team objectives
• Shows commitment to and performs consistently high quality work
• Able to take initiative and work independently
• Sense of urgency in completing assigned tasks
• Able to travel up to 65% on average
• Holds a driving license where required

Education

• Educated to degree level (biological science, pharmacy or other health-related discipline preferred), equivalent nursing qualification or other equivalent experience

Language Skills

• Competent in written and oral English

Minimum Work Experience

• Substantial monitoring experience or equal experience in clinical research

Please apply through our corporate website below

We are hiring in all regions!!

http://jobs.parexel.com/home-based/clinical-research-associate/jobid2176925-senior-clinical-research-associate-jobs

Home Based – Multiple positions and locations

Position Summary

As a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at PAREXEL, you have the opportunity to be a true clinician and work on complex therapeutic studies. In addition you will act as the on-site resource for the other study team members.

You will have the greatest impact on drug and medical device clinical trials by working on-site with the clients, focusing on the clinical trial, while leveraging the resources of our in-house monitoring team. Because of our unique structure, you will spend less time on the administrative aspects of the trial, and will be able to focus on what you were trained to do – developing close relationships with the sites and having a positive impact on the success of the trial

Our travel model encourages efficiency so you have more time for meaningful work activities. We are also organizationally and technologically equipped to support your focus on the clinical aspects of your work whether you are on the road or in your office.

 We are seeking independent professionals who have the ability to see the big picture and communicate effectively. If you are organized, have strong attention to detail, are able to build lasting relationships with internal and external clients, and demonstrate excellent communication skills – we want you to be the new face at PAREXEL.

To qualify, you should have at least 1.5 years of on-site clinical monitoring experience.

Our management is committed to our internal environment of excellence, offering development opportunities and sponsoring initiatives for those employees who bring professional level skill and dedication to their careers. At PAREXEL, you will maximize your ability to reach your personal development and professional career goals.

Discover a career at PAREXEL, where exciting challenges and opportunities await you.

Requirements:

• Strong computer and internet skills including knowledge of MS-Office products such as Excel, Word
• Strong regulatory knowledge including GCP
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Sound problem solving skills
• Ability to successfully work in a ('virtual') team environment
• Sound presentation skills
• Consultative skills
• Client focused approach to work, ability to interact professionally within a client organization
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and achieve project timelines
• Able to take initiative and work independently.
• Sense of urgency in completing assigned tasks
• Able to travel a minimum of 65% on average
• Holds a driving license where required
• Effective time management in order to meet daily metrics or team objectives
• Shows commitment to and performs consistently high quality work

Education

• Educated to degree level (biological science, pharmacy or other health-related discipline preferred), equivalent nursing qualification or other equivalent experience

Language Skills

• Competent in written and oral English

 Minimum Work Experience

• Substantial monitoring experience in clinical research

Skills:

• Ability to communicate with professional medical personnel.
• Understanding of the drug development process.
• Ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner.

Physical Requirements: Ability to travel an average of 60-65%.

Please apply through our corporate website below.

We are hiring in all regions!!

http://jobs.parexel.com/home-based/clinical-research-associate/jobid2176937-clinical-research-associate-ii-jobs

Scottish Development International is a government-funded organization developing strategic relationships and business partnerships between Scotland and the rest of the world, focused on knowledge, technology, ideas, innovation, skills and people. 

This is an exciting and demanding field sales position based in the Boston office of our US East Region organization.  The role involves securing new investment from East Coast-based North American companies to Scotland, across the Life Science and Informatics sector.  Responsibilities also include supporting Scottish companies to internationalize

The main aspects of the role can be summarized as follows:

• Selling Scotland’s Life Science sector proposition across identified priority market segments to achieve assigned sales targets. This role may also encompass additional industries.
• Identifying and building relationships with new potential inward investors to Scotland by companies headquartered in the US  East Region
• Supporting Scottish organizations/companies with their market entry strategies
• Managing established US inward investor accounts, including regular contact with senior executives in those companies
• Leading and managing high performing account management teams for your allocated investors
• Representing our/Scottish interests at appropriate events (conferences; trade shows etc)
• Playing an active role as part of an integrated North American Field Operations Team working with colleagues across the America’s to ensure synergy across all aspects of our activity

You must be highly motivated, with results driven selling skills, able to work in a dynamic sales environment - under pressure and to tight deadlines, independently as well as part of a team. Must have experiencing managing client relationships and accounts within a geographically dispersed environment.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. You must be capable of balancing a number of priorities while demonstrating flexibility and innovation. Proven problem solving skills are also required.  Extensive travel and regular work out-with normal office hours should be expected by the post holder.

We expect that you will possess a business related qualification or have suitable work experience. Experience of direct customer facing experience and/or business consulting is essential. As the role will support life science and informatics, proven work experience within the life science industry is required.  Preference will be given to individuals with a background in Pharma Services, Medtech and/or Regenerative Medicine. An understanding of economic development is also essential.

To apply, please email your resume and covering letter with salary expectations, to: lucy.ross@scotent.co.uk . Closing date is Monday, November 19th, 2012.

PrimeraDx is a molecular diagnostics company that has developed, and is commercializing, a novel, game-changing clinical platform which combines PCR with capillary electrophoresis. The result of combining these two well-known technologies into a bench-top instrument is the ability to deliver highly multiplexed and quantitative, answers to the clinic.  The company is pursuing a two-pronged strategy to sell the system in an Open Platform Mode to clinical labs and to collaborate with pharmaceutical companies to develop high-value companion and enabling diagnostic products. Users can easily design very complex multi-modal assays that test for disparate target types, like SNPs, expression biomarkers, microRNAs and fusion genes.  PrimeraDx’s technology represents the next generation of quantitative PCR.   www.MultiplexPCR.com.

We are seeking an exceptional, career focused Research Associate to join our Assay Development Team.  The incumbent will perform project based research and development in collaboration with others, make detailed observations and analyze data, exercise technical discretion in the design and execution of experiments that contribute to project strategies, contribute to project process within their scientific discipline, work on problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors, exercise judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions, and assist with molecular assay development studies, including experimental setup and data analyses.

Bachelor’s degree is required, in a scientific discipline or equivalent, such as molecular biology, biological sciences, chemistry, biochemistry or microbiology, a Master's is preferred.

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the development of molecular products.  Must have demonstrated working experience in performing molecular techniques for the detection and quantification of gene targets including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, real-time PCR, cloning and sequencing.

Experience with quality system design control process a plus.

PerkinElmer is a leading provider of cutting-edge technologies enabling researchers in the life sciences to create life-saving and enhancing medicines and diagnostic tests more quickly and efficiently.  PerkinElmer has compiled numerous best-in-class solutions and is aggressively innovating new technologies to bridge the gaps that exist in bringing in vitro assays to in vivo results and ultimately into cures for human disease.  With a keen focus on clinically-relevant experimentation, PerkinElmer’s portfolio of offerings includes state-of-the-art microfluidics, lab automation & liquid handling, optical imaging technologies, and discovery & development outsourcing solutions.

Our company represents a community of intelligent, highly-motivated people dedicated to working together as a team to improve the human condition through innovation in life sciences research. Located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, this individual will work in our Caliper Division.  
An engineering professional working in a cross functional team environment of both engineering and manufacturing professionals, participates in all aspects of product lifecycle including product design, transition to production, production and customer use of our products ensuring best manufacturing, test, and serviceability practices are carried out.  

Responsibilities:

• Follow the new product life cycle from inception through product launch from a manufacturing perspective, interacting with R&D, purchasing and manufacturing personnel, understanding issues and needs, advocating and driving appropriate responses across the organization
• Facilitate the resolution of manufacturing, field service and customer problems and drives engineering solutions to improve or correct product quality or process issues
• Drive and coordinate ECO's to document and communicate engineering changes throughout the organization, and coordinate implementation for smooth transitions of changes throughout manufacturing operations
• Drive sustaining and value engineering tasks

Job Requirements:

• BS in Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 3+ years’ relevant experience in development and production of electro-mechanical instrumentation desired
• Energetic, results-driven with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•  Highly effective time management skills 
•  Aptitude to learn new systems and retain technical information
• Commitment to customer excellence with demonstrated ethics and integrity
•  Ability to operate independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to continuous improvement principles
•  Knowledge of SolidWorks  or AutoCAD a plus
• Knowledge of OrCAD a plus
•  Knowledge of Agile document control system a plus
  
  

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   PerkinElmer provides competitive compensation plans / Top notch training and development / Comprehensive benefits package / Paid time off and holidays / Generous tuition reimbursement plan / 401(k) with match and immediate vesting / An environment that fosters career growth

  Qualified individuals with a disability and/or disabled veterans

  Our culture embraces diversity and we provide our employees with the tools they need to be successful. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and/or a disabled veteran and you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access PerkinElmer's career website and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position,
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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a highly regarded national voluntary health services agency, is seeking a research associate for its growing R&D laboratory in the greater Boston area. The focus of the laboratory is on assay development and early discovery of small molecules that can modulate expression and function of mutant CFTR protein, which may lead to new treatments for Cystic Fibrosis (CF).

The (Senior) Research Associate is expected to make critical contributions to the biochemical assay/screening group.  Projects will use state-of-the-art automation and encompass screening of chemical libraries using multiple formats and readouts from biochemical, biophysical, and cell-basd assays (fluorescence, luminescence, label-free, etc.). He or she will be responsible for biochemical assay development and screening using robotic liquid handlers and plate readers.   Primary responsibilities include: execution of medium to high throughput screening, data processing, QC and analysis. He or she will be responsible for operational excellence and data quality of the screen.  The candidate will join a small group of highly motivated scientists that are working on next generation approaches for CF therapeutics.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in life sciences and 0-5 years of R&D experience
• In depth hands-on experience with automated lab equipment including liquid handlers and plate washers strongly desired
• Track record delivering data of high quality and reproducibility  
• Knowledge in assay and screen design
• Detail-oriented scientist capable of multitasking in a small dynamic team.

For immediate consideration, please visit the employment section of our website www.cff.org under jobs located in Boston and submit your resume and cover letter. The following link will also direct you to the applicant page: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH12/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CFF&cws=1&rid=2189

Lantheus Medical Imaging is a global leader in developing, manufacturing and distributing innovative diagnostic imaging agents.  For more than 55 years, Lantheus has been dedicatedto creating and providing pioneering medical imaging solutions to improve the treatment of human disease. The company’s proven success in discovering, developing and commercializing innovative medical imaging agents provides a strong platform from which to bring forward new breakthrough tools for the diagnosis and management of disease.

Lantheus imaging products include DEFINITY® Vial for (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) Injectable Suspension, the leading ultrasound contrast agent used in ultrasound exams of the heart, also known as echocardiographic exams; ABLAVAR® (gadofosveset trisodium), a first-in-class magnetic resonance agent indicated for the evaluation of aortoiliac occlusive disease in adults with known or suspected peripheral vascular disease; Cardiolite® (Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc99m Sestamibi for Injection), a cardiac imaging agent that is the most successful radiopharmaceutical ever introduced and; TechneLite® (Technetium Tc99m Generator).

Lantheus has approximately 600 employees worldwide with headquarters in North Billerica, Massachusetts, and offices in Puerto Rico, Canada and Australia.

In this position, the ideal candidate will perform routine and non-routine radiochemical and chemical testing in accordance with SOP’s safety, and GMP guidelines to support quality release of finished products, raw materials and various components. 

Responsibilities include:

• Perform routine QC Chemistry testing in accordance with SOPs, safety, and GMP guidelines to support quality release of finished products, raw materials, and various components.
• Resolves routine problems by utilizing appropriate resources.
• Execute protocols for procedural and instrumentation validations.
• Provide problem solving skills to support investigations.
• Perform review of data
• Maintain current knowledge of various regulatory requirements and procedures and all internal systems, technology, processes and procedures.
• Perform calibration and maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Initiate SOP Changes, provide review and coordinate changes in the documentation system
• Perform paperwork review of Laboratory data to ensure accuracy. 
• Executes protocols for validations.

The incumbent will actively promote safety rules and awareness, will demonstrate good safety practices at all times, and take initiative to correct safety hazards.  Additionally, the incumbent will actively demonstrate and promote the Lantheus values of accountability, communication, customer commitment, entrepreneurial spirit, integrity, safety and teamwork.

Requirements include:

• Typically requires 3-5 years previous industry experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related discipline.
• Requires a BA/BS degree in a related science discipline or equivalent training and formal experience.
• Must complete relevant training as required for compliance with internal and external standards and regulations

To apply for this position please visit www.lantheus.com and click on the Careers page.

Primary Role:
This position will be responsible for executing equipment, utilities, process and cleaning validation activities and projects for Shire HGT. Technical duties include setting validation strategy, adhering to domestic and international GMP regulations, incorporating continuous improvements into validation activities and policies, and participate in regulatory inspections. Leadership duties include developing strategy, leading change and motivating others. The scope of responsibility encompasses the product life cycle for existing commercial pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products as well as emerging products and platforms. Periodic travel may be required for business meetings with vendors/contractors and to stay current with professional development. Routine local travel to Shire HGT operational sites.

Responsibilities:
Varies, 30-80% Write, execute, summarize, and lead validation activities in the following areas:
• Facilities
• Equipment
• Shipping / Cold Chain
• Process
• Cleaning
• Steaming / Autoclave
• Computer Systems
• Plant Automation
• Validation Maintenance
• Validation document control and archival program

Develop and assess the following Quality System elements for Validation:
• Quality Risk Management program
• CAPAs
• Change Controls
• Deviations
• GMP Investigations Participate and contribute in design, development, and process/cleaning validation strategy.
• Provide technical input to strategy/philosophy for process and cleaning validation.
• Represent validation during tech transfer activities and lead cleaning and process validation efforts as required.
• Lead and manage complex validation and technical projects.

 On-going Identify opportunities for continuous improvements, deploy best practices, pro-actively update validation programs to reflect current regulations and trends. Varies, 10 - 20% Participate and lead partner audits and regulatory agency inspections for Validation. Author and review responses to inspection observations and agency questions. Author and review sections of regulatory filings and annual product quality reviews.

Education and Experience Requirements:
• Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, preferably engineering or biological sciences and a minimum of 5 years pharmaceutical and/or biopharmaceutical industry experience.
• An advanced degree or additional industry certification is a plus.
• Shire's Brave culture offers employees with diverse backgrounds the opportunity to enable those with life altering conditions to lead better lives

Shire is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

To apply for this position, please CLICK HERE

Primary Role:
This position will be responsible for executing equipment, utilities, process and cleaning validation activities and projects for Shire HGT. Technical duties include writing and executing validation documents, reviewing and analyzing data, adhering to domestic and international GMP regulations, incorporating continuous improvements into validation activities and policies, and participating in regulatory inspections. Support tech transfer activities as required and provide technical assessments on change controls, deviations, and investigations. The scope of responsibility encompasses the product life cycle for existing commercial pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products as well as emerging products and platforms. Periodic travel may be required for business meetings with vendors/contractors and to stay current with professional development. Routine local travel to Shire HGT operational sites.

Responsibilities:
Varies, 30-80% Write, execute, and summarize va lidation activities in the following areas:
• Facilities
• Equipment
• Shipping / Cold Chain
• Process
• Cleaning
• Steaming / Autoclave
• Computer Systems
• Plant Automation
• Validation Maintenance
• Validation document control and archival program

Develop and assess the following Quality System elements for Validation:
• Quality Risk Management program
• CAPAs
• Change Controls
• Deviations
• GMP Investigations Participate and contribute in design, development, validation strategy, and routine

GMP activities:
• Provide technical input to strategy/philosophy for validation activities
• Represent validation during tech transfer activities as required.
• Represent validation during site GMP activities and participate on cross-functional teams

On-going Identify opportunities for continuous improvements, participate in the deployment of best practices, pro-actively update validation programs to reflect current regulations and trends Varies, 10 - 20% Participate in partner audits and regulatory agency inspections for Validation. Author and review sections of regulatory filings and annual product quality reviews. Train other Shire HGT staff on validation equipment and protocols Education and Experience Requirements: Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, preferably engineering or biological sciences and a minimum of 3 years pharmaceutical and/or biopharmaceutical industry experience. An advanced degree (masters) or industry certification is a plus. Shire's Brave culture offers employees with diverse backgrounds the opportunity to enable those with life altering conditions to lead better lives

Shire is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

To apply for this position, please CLICK HERE

This is an exciting opportunity working under the direction of Broad Institute Fellow Mitch Guttman whose lab will be transitioning to Caltech in the summer of 2013. Candidates must be willing to relocate to California at that time.Our team recently described a new class of mammalian non-coding genes (lincRNAs) with important roles in human biology and disease. These lincRNAs exert their regulatory influence on the genome in uncharacterized ways. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our integrative computational and experimental lab to help develop computational methods to analyze and integrate various high throughput datasets. Specifically, the candidate will develop and optimize methods for computational analysis of high-throughput data to probe the function and mechanism of lincRNAs. This will include algorithms to analyze and integrate data from lincRNA-protein, lincRNA-DNA, and lincRNA-RNA interactions. The candidate will implement algorithms within an existing framework of sequence analysis tools developed in Java.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
We are seeking a dependable and creative individual with scientific knowledge, superb statistical intuition, and excellent programming skills. The candidate will design and implement novel statistical methods and computational tools for the analysis of various distinct high throughput datasets. The candidate will have a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge experimental datasets generated in the lab and will be an integral part of the data generation process through direct communication with experimental scientists to facilitate project completion, address technical problems, and helping to determine the methods to be used in research. The candidate will adapt easily to changing needs and priorities of a fast-paced research environment, facilitate project completion, address technical problems, determine the methods to be used in research, and summarize and present results.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
- Designs and assists in developing statistical methods and computational algorithms for analyzing large-scale datasets that are essential to the overall project success.
- Distills information into biologically relevant findings which are communicated to the team in writing and/or verbally.
- Analyzes experimental data and identifies methodological problems. Adjusts existing algorithms to ensure project completion in a timely fashion.
- Works directly with team leader to refine computational methods to ensure project completion in a timely fashion.
- Works closely with experimental scientists to analyze and iterate through experimental data and designs.
- Interacts directly with various scientists in the group to ensure project success.
- Attends team meetings to share results, plan projects and experiments, and to ensure that projects support current team goals in a dynamic environment.
- Maintains a detailed plan to ensure successful and timely completion of required tasks.
- Consults with other senior scientists or scientific literature as needed.
- Other tasks as required.

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computational biology, mathematics, bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, or related quantitative field required.
- Strong knowledge and interest in biology required.
- Excellent skills in at least one programming language required, preferably Java.
- Excellent background in statistics/biostatistics and data analysis required.
- Excellent working knowledge of the Unix operating system.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff across different areas of expertise (both experimental and computational).
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously required.
- Must be able to use sound judgment to handle a variety of tasks and to shift priorities simultaneously, as well as to effectively solve problems.
- Must possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work with little supervision.
- Experience working in R or Matlab a plus
- Prior experience working in biology-related sciences a strong plus
- Experience with high-throughput sequencing data analysis a plusDisclaimer: immediately upon transition of the Guttman Lab to Caltech, this position will formally terminate at the Broad Institute.

To apply for this position, please CLICK HERE

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This is an exciting opportunity working under the direction of Broad Institute Fellow Mitch Guttman whose lab will be transitioning to Caltech in the summer of 2013. Candidates must be willing to relocate to California at that timeOur team recently described a new class of mammalian non-coding genes (lincRNAs) with important roles in human biology and disease. These lincRNAs exert their regulatory influence on the genome in uncharacterized ways. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our integrative team to help characterize the function and mechanism of this new class of non-coding gene. This project will include systematic pull-downs of RNA and their associated protein complexes to define lincRNA complexes. In addition, it will include perturbations of lincRNAs and their associated protein complexes to determine their functional roles in embryonic stem cells. This project will make use of various biochemical, molecular biology, and cell biology techniques including (but not limited to) RNA complex purification, in vivo crosslinking methods, RNA-protein immunoprecipitations, RNA-Sequencing, RNA-DNA interaction mapping and embryonic stem cell culture and functional manipulations. Training in established techniques will be provided as needed.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
We are seeking a dependable and creative individual with scientific knowledge, technical expertise, and outstanding practical skills in biochemistry and molecular biology. The candidate will design and perform bench level experiments and small projects that support the overall research objective of an integrative computational and experimental lab in a fast paced and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will possess a broad knowledge of molecular biology and/or RNA and protein biochemistry techniques. Techniques will include RNA-Protein crosslinking methods, RNA pull-downs, protein-RNA immunoprecipitations, RNA-protein purification, RNA-DNA interaction mapping, and protein detection by quantitative mass-spectrometry. Some techniques will be adaptations of previously established protocols but all will require significant protocol development requiring systematic optimization and troubleshooting. The candidate will adapt easily to changing needs and priorities of a fast-paced research environment, facilitate project completion, address technical problems, determine the methods to be used in research, and summarize and present results.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
- Designs and carries out small independent projects as well as basic bench level experiments and techniques.
- Makes detailed observations, analyzes experimental data, and interprets results. Documents and compiles data.
- Summarizes key data verbally and in writing.
- Maintains a detailed plan to ensure successful and timely completion of required tasks.
- Analyzes experimental data and identifies methodological problems. Adjusts experimental protocols to ensure project completion in a timely fashion.
- Works with team leader to refine experimental protocols and thereby ensure project completion in a timely fashion.
- Writes and revises molecular biology/biochemistry protocols. Responsible for training of technical staff as needed.
- May train or supervise technical staff and directs experimental plans to ensure overall project success.
- Attends team meetings to share results, plan projects and experiments, provide advice, and to ensure that projects support current team goals in a dynamic environment.
- Consults with scientific literature as needed.
- Other tasks as required.

- Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field required with at least 8 years of experience in a research laboratory or Master’s degree in biology or related field with at least 5 years of experience in a research laboratory.
- At least 2 years of supervisory and/or lab management experience strongly preferred.
- Excellent technical knowledge and hands-on experience with molecular biological methods and RNA and/or protein biochemistry techniques required.
- Excellent knowledge regarding the operation of standard lab equipment required.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and with external contacts in a fast paced environment required.
- Excellent organization, time management, and project management skills.
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously required.
- Must be able to use sound judgment to handle a variety of tasks and to shift priorities simultaneously, as well as to effectively solve problems.
- Ability to solve complex problems.
- Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff required.
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills required
- Creativity, curiosity, and the desire, persistence and ability to create technological advances required
- Must possess a high level of initiative and the ability to work with little supervision.
- Experience with RNA or protein biochemistry techniques a plus.
- Experience with mouse embryonic stem cell culture techniques a plusDisclaimer: immediately upon transition of the Guttman Lab to Caltech, this position will formally terminate at the Broad Institute.Broad will not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

To apply for this position, please CLICK HERE

Genzyme has pioneered the development and delivery of transformative therapies for patients affected by rare and debilitating diseases for over 30 years. We accomplish our goals through world-class research, collaboration with the global patient community, and with the compassion and commitment of our employees. With a focus on rare diseases and multiple sclerosis, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve. Genzyme's portfolio of transformative therapies, which are marketed in countries around the world, represent groundbreaking and life-saving advances in medicine. As a Sanofi company, Genzyme benefits from the reach and resources of one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, with a shared commitment to improving the lives of patients. Learn more at www.genzyme.com

Summary:
The primary purpose of the Operational Excellence Leader is to lead a program of continuous performance improvement across the Genzyme Industrial Operations (GIO) network. The incumbent will lead significant work activity to establish GIO network-level performance management processes and to lead lean initiatives to deliver the planned results across the GIO network. The Leader will support, lead, or otherwise work directly with local Operational Excellence groups and Sanofi Best Practices to champion the interest of Genzyme within Sanofi Industrial Affairs Global Network.

Core Responsibilities
-  Promote a mindset to improve performance across the GIO network
-  Develop GIO network-level core planning processes to deliver GIO's long-term vision
-  Assist in developing strategies which support GIO goals and objectives
-  Establish mechanisms to align GIO network-level planning activities with local/functional groups
-  Participate in deploying the improvements to local/functional groups to align resources and projects to critical impact areas
-  Lead program reviews focused on project execution, problem resolution, timelines, and network-level business/financial impact
-  Propose performance targets and monitor progress and impact
-  Identify long-term improvement opportunities and propose adjustments to planned improvements based on business conditions
-  Lead the development of a programmatic approach to teach people to use the Lean Management System and implement the program achieving quantifiable results
-  Provide needed oversight and training for the Lean Management System's principles, systems, and tools
-  Lead applicable functions in the review and analysis of business and manufacturing processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement
-  Implement ongoing process management mechanisms, e.g. process mapping, kaizen, documentation, metrics, monitoring systems and process control techniques
-  Measure, document, and communicate progress towards meeting objectives related to site business objectives
-  Build strong and positive working relationships with all areas of the Genzyme Industrial Operations and Sanofi Industrial Affairs networks by working to include them in the improvement activities, making sure their needs and requirements are carefully considered
-  Coach senior managers and key members of staff to lead and work effectively in a lean environment fostering commitment and driving sustainable continuous improvement in the organization
-  Interact with external bodies to broaden knowledge base and maintain a current knowledge of industry best practices. Incorporate these into internal plans and continually evolve forward Genzyme/Sanofi processes and practices
-  Establish and maintain relationships with members of the Operational Excellence Leader Network (OELN) to ensure consistent transformation across GIO sites
-  Manage all assigned projects such that completion is accomplished on-time and within budget, with the agreed-to objectives of the project fully met
-  Participate in development and planning activities to enhance and shape the Global Operational Excellence department strategy and capabilities
-  Continue to learn and develop for more responsibility and greater accomplishment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
-  Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Operations, or Management and one of the following:
o 10 years experience in Engineering, Operations, Operations Management, or Professional Consulting roles
o Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or Management (MBA or equivalent) and 8 years experience in Engineering, Operations, Operations Management, or Professional Consulting roles

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
-  Minimum 2 years in roles requiring significant senior management interaction

-  Candidate must have led a minimum of ten, 3-5 day events and coached cross-functional teams through to sustainment
-  Experience with strategic positioning, benefit/impact analysis, mission and vision development, strategy development, balanced scorecard, goal alignment, and capability analysis
-  Experience with execution-focused deployment of strategies and objectives throughout an organization
-  Significant experience in the successful application of a Lean Management System, and/or enterprise-level Lean or Operational Excellence programs
-  Expert knowledge of process improvement (manufacturing and business process), including tools, systems, and principles
-  Hands-on application of Lean problem solving and quality tools and systems (Strategy Deployment, VSA, visual management, TWI, 5S, TPM, SMED, Poka-Yoke, SPC, Fishbone, 5 Whys) for process ranging from shop-floor to back-office with accountability for results
-  Excellent group facilitation skills at executive and operator levels
-  Ability to be the driving force in conducting transversal workshops and projects
-  Exceptional, executive-level written and verbal communication
-  Excellent management consulting skills
-  Experience with Lean program design and change leadership
-  Must have experience in working with executive teams and on corporate-level initiatives
-  Demonstrated experience developing training materials
-  High proficiency with MS Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio tools

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The Director of Investigational Supply Operations will be responsible for leading and managing of all aspects of the supply chain for AVEO global clinical studies. This will entail the selection of supply chain vendors and the management of the key elements of the supply chain, including primary/secondary packaging of drug product, label development, inventory management, depot management and drug product release/distribution/return/destruction and reconciliation. This individual will be required to plan and forecast drug supply requirements, develop working relationships with key suppliers and vendors, increase operational efficiencies, and source cost effective comparator drugs. This position includes managing Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) responsible for supply chain activities and for addressing regulatory and compliance issues in the U.S. and abroad. The incumbent will possess strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams (QA, clinical, finance, regulatory).

This position reports to the Senior Director of Technical Operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Clinical Trials Supply professionals
• Plan and forecast supply demands for all of AVEO Clinical/Investigational Supplies
• Oversee Packaging, Labeling, Shipping and Distribution activities for all clinical trial material needs
• Address regulatory and compliance issues both in the U.S. and internationally
• Working knowledge of demand and forecasting by IVRS to optimize drug efficiencies and timeliness of supply chain to clinical sites
• Improve supply chain processes by mitigating challenges before they arise via proactive solutions
• Capitalize on forming alliances with suppliers, vendors and sites
• Increase operational efficiencies by implementing best practices in shipping, materials management, inventory control, communication and timeline optimization
• Cost-effective sourcing of comparator drugs
• Managing import/export permitting, customs, and logistics

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in chemistry, biology or pharmacy is a desired
• Minimum experience of 10 years in clinical trials supply
• Experienced in global comparator clinical trial supplies including double blinded, over-encapsulated CTS
• Experience in planning, forecasting, packaging and labeling clinical supplies for complex global clinical trials

We welcome your expertise, your insight and your enthusiasm to help us develop and commercialize novel drugs that bring new hope to cancer patients.  

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 About AVEO

AVEO Oncology (NASDAQ: AVEO) is Passionate in Our Pursuit of Improving the Lives of Patients with Cancer. We are united in our efforts to provide patients with reasons to believe that they can receive effective treatments while carrying on with their daily living. AVEO Oncology is founded on a unique drug discovery and development approach called the Human Response Platform™. With it, we aim to translate cancer biology insights into next generation therapeutics targeted to specific patients living with cancer who will benefit most. The Human Response is more than a novel biology platform – it is our way of responding to the needs of the cancer community with integrity, fierce determination and compassion combined with the confidence that we will transform the lives of those impacted by cancer. This is the AVEO Way – The Human Response.

Agency Notice

AVEO Oncology does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiters, agencies or individuals. Any such third party recruiters, agencies or individuals seeking to work with AVEO Oncology must first contact the staffing group at careers@aveooncology.com. Only approved staffing vendors will be allowed to provide services to AVEO Oncology. Unsolicited resumes will be deemed the property of AVEO Oncology to follow up with as it sees applicable and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or by other means. Submission of unsolicited resumes does not create any implied obligation on the part of AVEO.

The Technical Operations group at AVEO Pharmaceuticals is responsible for the drug substance development, formulation development, analytical development and manufacturing of the clinical development candidates and commercial materials in AVEO’s product portfolio. The incumbent will manage the day-to-day activities associated with the outsourcing of the small molecule analytical development, stability programs and release testing in our portfolio. Working with the analytical organizations at our Contract Manufacturing Organizations, the incumbent will provide oversight of analytical science activities. The incumbent will be expected to effectively assist in the technical preparation and authorship of the Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) sections of global regulatory submissions.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be accountable for the following activities.

• Work with Contract Organizations in the development, optimization, technical transfer and validation of analytical methods and tests for small molecule drug substance and drug products.
• Maintain a broad knowledge of state of the art principles, theory, and application of analytical sciences.
• Oversees analytical development, method validation, specification setting and stability studies, including establishment of specifications, expiration/retest dating and extractables/leachables testing.
• Review of Protocols and Finished Reports from Contract manufacturers, including stability data.
• Authors CMC documentation as needed including Protocols and Finished Reports.
• Oversee all analytical data from launch and commercial manufacturing of Tivozanib Hydrochloride
• Authors and/or reviews regulatory documentation supporting drug product sections for INDs, NDAs, MAAs, IMPDs, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of CMC responses to various regulatory agencies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and improve product quality by providing technical guidance to CMO.
• Supports technical audits by providing the documentation required by QA auditors and participating in these audits when needed.
• Fully experienced with cGMPs and all applicable regulations and guidance.
• Works collaboratively in team environment with Technical Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs department and project teams to support clinical programs and commercial products.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, or related field with a minimum of eight years post-graduate experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced analytical principles and theories.
• In depth knowledge of analytical principles used for analyses of small molecules for early clinical through process validation and commercial manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and organize CMC documentation with at least 4 years of CMC writing experience.
• Must be a self-motivated, highly organized, detailed-oriented and personable individual capable of seeing tasks through influence of external partners with excellent technical writing skills.
• Communicates clearly, efficiently and accurately with internal team members and external partners.
• Ability to travel globally up to 20%.

We welcome your expertise, your insight and your enthusiasm to help us develop and commercialize novel drugs that bring new hope to cancer patients.

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AVEO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

Agency Notice

AVEO Oncology does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiters, agencies or individuals. Any such third party recruiters, agencies or individuals seeking to work with AVEO Oncology must first contact the staffing group at careers@aveooncology.com. Only approved staffing vendors will be allowed to provide services to AVEO Oncology. Unsolicited resumes will be deemed the property of AVEO Oncology to follow up with as it sees applicable and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or by other means. Submission of unsolicited resumes does not create any implied obligation on the part of AVEO.

In this newly created role, the Director, Patient Access & Reimbursement will play a key commercial role in support of patients and our oncology business. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Health Systems & Patient Services, individual will be responsible for two critical areas; Patient Access and Reimbursement, including developing strategy, implementing tactical programs and leading 5-6 field reimbursement account managers that align with AVEO’s commercial plan.

Key responsibilities include the co-development and execution of our patient access support strategy and ensuring appropriate reimbursement for national / regional commercial and public payers. Individual will maximize reimbursement and formulary access for AVEO oncology products.

The Director will hire and lead a team of 5-6 field reimbursement account managers responsible for managing day-to-day activities within their assigned physician and payer accounts and serve as the primary liaisons for all patient access and reimbursement support for the field sales team. The Director will hire a team that will be instrumental in ensuring patient access and obtaining an advantageous reimbursement environment for AVEO products.

Other duties will include:

• Responsible for close integration with sales and sales management to ensure patient access and reimbursement issues are resolved at the local level
• Accountable for ensuring that reimbursement for AVEO product occurs smoothly, without detriment to patient access
• Responsible for strategic plans, for allocating resources that address local needs while achieving national brand goals
• Develop and maintain proactive relationships with key physician accounts, Public and Private Payers
• Collaborate and partner strategically with Health Systems and Patient Services leadership
• Understand the entire landscape of health care delivery, patient services, payment and consumption and its local market variations
• Understand public payer regulations, benefit designs and reimbursement policies in all settings
• Organize and conduct periodic business review meetings with AVEO home office personnel and key vendors
• Primary patient access and reimbursement contact for external alliance partners
• Operate as second line of command for customer issues and problems
• Collaborate with other functional areas as appropriate (HSPS Operations, sales, marketing, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, legal. ) to address patient access and reimbursement opportunities or challenges
• Provide sales force training input regarding patient access and reimbursement as well as participate in training and/or other sales meetings as appropriate
• Perform all work within context of AVEO compliance policies

Qualifications

The individual must have a solid understanding and established relationships within key business areas of patient access and reimbursement. Ideally individual will have established key contacts at the national and regional level. The person will need to demonstrate excellent analytical skills, exhibit superior communication (presentation and written) and teamwork skills to effectively contribute on several cross-functional teams. Must have experience launching new products in the specialty/biotechnology space.

This individual will need to have the ability to work in a highly visible role in a matrix environment, with accountability to numerous stakeholders in the AVEO organization. This person will have a background in managing a team of people, will have past experience in managed care contracting, provider relations, patient services and will have extensive knowledge in all aspects of reimbursement. The candidate will demonstrate good organizational skills and an ability to handle many tasks at a time. The position will require extensive travel (up to 70%) and constant interaction with the team, customers and AVEO personnel.

Additional qualifications include:

• BA/BS required
• 10 – 15+ years experience in the pharmaceutical industry with 10+ years in patient support and reimbursement
• Demonstrated leadership in managing people and fostering an environment of continuous improvement
• Oncology experience preferred
• Project management experience leading cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically and proven track record of driving execution
• Candidate must be able to act decisively in an uncertain environment
• Broad understanding of regulatory and quality requirements for pharmaceutical products
• Experience achieving and maintaining compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal, and operational rules and procedures by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of AVEO are met with “best” industry practices
• Ability to leverage an in-depth understanding of the organization to build up credibility and acceptance of projects
• Ensures that one’s own team and other groups are aligned in order to foster excellence
• Demonstrated ability to attract, retain and develop talent

We welcome your expertise, your insight and your enthusiasm to help us develop and commercialize novel drugs that bring new hope to cancer patients.

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AVEO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

About AVEO

AVEO Oncology (NASDAQ: AVEO) AVEO Oncology (NASDAQ: AVEO) is Passionate in Our Pursuit of Improving the Lives of Patients with Cancer. We are united in our efforts to provide patients with reasons to believe that they can receive effective treatments while carrying on with their daily living. AVEO Oncology is founded on a unique drug discovery and development approach called the Human Response Platform™. With it, we aim to translate cancer biology insights into next generation therapeutics targeted to specific patients living with cancer who will benefit most. The Human Response is more than a novel biology platform – it is our way of responding to the needs of the cancer community with integrity, fierce determination and compassion combined with the confidence that we will transform the lives of those impacted by cancer. This is the AVEO Way – The Human Response.

Agency Notice

AVEO Oncology does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiters, agencies or individuals. Any such third party recruiters, agencies or individuals seeking to work with AVEO Oncology must first contact the staffing group at careers@aveooncology.com. Only approved staffing vendors will be allowed to provide services to AVEO Oncology. Unsolicited resumes will be deemed the property of AVEO Oncology to follow up with as it sees applicable and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or by other means. Submission of unsolicited resumes does not create any implied obligation on the part of AVEO.

Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Affairs, the person is responsible for contribution to the strategic vision, leadership and management of MSL activities within Medical Affairs including: oversight of the CME grant administration, investigator sponsored trial strategy, execution and management, as well as fostering relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, physician networks, cooperative groups and academic institutions. The successful candidate will be a unique individual that combines the strategic vision with tactical operational skills to help build a world class Medical Affairs function.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and management of a world class Medical Affairs function
• Collaborate closely with Clinical, Commercial, Translational Research and other functional areas within AVEO to support our mission to develop new cancer therapeutics and make them available for patients
• Lead the submission process of the investigator sponsored trial program
• Actively collaborate with the commercial team on the Medical Affairs activities that support the brand development
• Establish, manage and provide leadership for the Medical Science Liaison team to support the product life cycle and key messages
• Develop, execute and lead the continuing medical education strategy
• Develop and roster strong relationships with AVEO external customers.

Qualifications:

• Advanced Scientific Degree or Certification
• Medical expertise in oncology
• Minimum of 7 years pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry experience
• Experience building, and working within Medical Affairs
• Demonstrate success in building effective teams, strategies, processes and leadership
• Ability to collaborate successfully in cross functional teams
• Strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to plan, design and effectively lead MSL strategies and activities
• Experience and expertise in interpretation of scientific data, market research, competitive analysis and marketing strategies

We welcome your expertise, your insight and your enthusiasm to help us develop and commercialize novel drugs that bring new hope to cancer patients.

• CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TODAY!

AVEO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

About AVEO

AVEO Oncology (NASDAQ: AVEO) is Passionate in Our Pursuit of Improving the Lives of Patients with Cancer. We are united in our efforts to provide patients with reasons to believe that they can receive effective treatments while carrying on with their daily living. AVEO Oncology is founded on a unique drug discovery and development approach called the Human Response Platform™. With it, we aim to translate cancer biology insights into next generation therapeutics targeted to specific patients living with cancer who will benefit most. The Human Response is more than a novel biology platform – it is our way of responding to the needs of the cancer community with integrity, fierce determination and compassion combined with the confidence that we will transform the lives of those impacted by cancer. This is the AVEO Way – The Human Response.

Agency Notice

AVEO Oncology does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiters, agencies or individuals. Any such third party recruiters, agencies or individuals seeking to work with AVEO Oncology must first contact the staffing group at careers@aveooncology.com. Only approved staffing vendors will be allowed to provide services to AVEO Oncology. Unsolicited resumes will be deemed the property of AVEO Oncology to follow up with as it sees applicable and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or by other means. Submission of unsolicited resumes does not create any implied obligation on the part of AVEO.

This position will report directly to the Vice President of Medical Affairs and will be an integral member and leader in the Company’s evolving Medical Affairs organization and infrastructure. This person will play a key role in helping to advance Aveo’s novel technology and compounds into clinical trials, with a particular focus on the Tivozanib and Ficlatuzumab Investigator Initiated Trials.

Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for strategic development and implementation of the Company’s ISTs with Tivozanib and pipeline products, including the following: design and implementation of sponsored clinical trials, monitoring of such trials and development of a clinical strategy for medical affairs. The person will develop protocols, clinical timelines and study related documents as well as provide overall direction to the clinical sites as Medical Monitor. Further, the incumbent will ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory guidelines.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Providing medical guidance and leadership in a team environment that includes representatives from AVEO’s Clinical Operations, Clinical Pharmacology, Biometrics, Translational Research, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial and other groups
• Presenting AVEO’s clinical programs externally, at meetings with scientific, medical and regulatory (both in U.S. and Europe) authorities
• Developing and maintaining relationships with academic investigators, pharmaceutical partners/sponsors (current and new), KOL’s, and patient advocacy groups
• Providing clinical information required for INDs, NDAs, and other related documents.
• Partnering with pharmacovigilance to assess the safety profile of AVEO compounds
• Performing medical review of clinical trial
• Collaborating with cross-functional colleagues on publications

Currently, this is an individual contributor in a matrix environment. The initial focus of this position is to support the clinical development of tivozanib leading up to the initial world-wide regulatory submission in the indication of renal cell carcinoma and subsequent development for additional indications as well as the development of a Medical Affairs strategy for pipeline products.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will have a MD or MD/PhD degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience in oncology Medical Affairs in the industry. Energy and versatility to work in a pre-commercial biotech setting. Excellent communication, presentation and leadership skills are required. Up to 50% domestic and international travel required.

We welcome your expertise, your insight and your enthusiasm to help us develop and commercialize novel drugs that bring new hope to cancer patients.

• CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TODAY!

AVEO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

About AVEO

AVEO Oncology (NASDAQ: AVEO) is Passionate in Our Pursuit of Improving the Lives of Patients with Cancer. We are united in our efforts to provide patients with reasons to believe that they can receive effective treatments while carrying on with their daily living. AVEO Oncology is founded on a unique drug discovery and development approach called the Human Response Platform™. With it, we aim to translate cancer biology insights into next generation therapeutics targeted to specific patients living with cancer who will benefit most. The Human Response is more than a novel biology platform – it is our way of responding to the needs of the cancer community with integrity, fierce determination and compassion combined with the confidence that we will transform the lives of those impacted by cancer. This is the AVEO Way – The Human Response.

Agency Notice

AVEO Oncology does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiters, agencies or individuals. Any such third party recruiters, agencies or individuals seeking to work with AVEO Oncology must first contact the staffing group at careers@aveooncology.com. Only approved staffing vendors will be allowed to provide services to AVEO Oncology. Unsolicited resumes will be deemed the property of AVEO Oncology to follow up with as it sees applicable and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or by other means. Submission of unsolicited resumes does not create any implied obligation on the part of AVEO.

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our research group focusing on pre-clinical development of novel targeted therapeutics in cancer metabolism.

Responsibilities:

The candidate will lead and participate in the evaluation of antibody drug candidates in vivo models; including proof of concept, target validation and efficacy studies. The candidate must have a proven record of scientific achievement in metabolic and/or inflammatory diseases, the ability to work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team and excellent oral and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications:

• PhD in the life sciences with a minimum of two years postdoctoral experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience in animal models of inflammatory and/or metabolic diseases.
• Working knowledge of molecular biology, broad biochemical techniques with an emphasis on oncology pathways or metabolic diseases, and general histology and immunohistochemstry.
• Strong scientific record and proficiency in experiemntal design, troubleshooting and data interpretation.

We welcome your expertise, your insight and your enthusiasm to help us develop and commercialize novel drugs that bring new hope to cancer patients.  

• CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TODAY!

AVEO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

About AVEO

AVEO Oncology (NASDAQ: AVEO) is Passionate in Our Pursuit of Improving the Lives of Patients with Cancer. We are united in our efforts to provide patients with reasons to believe that they can receive effective treatments while carrying on with their daily living. AVEO Oncology is founded on a unique drug discovery and development approach called the Human Response Platform™. With it, we aim to translate cancer biology insights into next generation therapeutics targeted to specific patients living with cancer who will benefit most. The Human Response is more than a novel biology platform – it is our way of responding to the needs of the cancer community with integrity, fierce determination and compassion combined with the confidence that we will transform the lives of those impacted by cancer. This is the AVEO Way – The Human Response.

Agency Notice

AVEO Oncology does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiters, agencies or individuals. Any such third party recruiters, agencies or individuals seeking to work with AVEO Oncology must first contact the staffing group at careers@aveooncology.com. Only approved staffing vendors will be allowed to provide services to AVEO Oncology. Unsolicited resumes will be deemed the property of AVEO Oncology to follow up with as it sees applicable and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or by other means. Submission of unsolicited resumes does not create any implied obligation on the part of AVEO.

Lantheus Medical Imaging is a global leader in developing, manufacturing and distributing innovative diagnostic imaging agents.  For more than 55 years, Lantheus has been dedicatedto creating and providing pioneering medical imaging solutions to improve the treatment of human disease. The company’s proven success in discovering, developing and commercializing innovative medical imaging agents provides a strong platform from which to bring forward new breakthrough tools for the diagnosis and management of disease.

Lantheus imaging products include DEFINITY® Vial for (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) Injectable Suspension, the leading ultrasound contrast agent used in ultrasound exams of the heart, also known as echocardiographic exams; ABLAVAR® (gadofosveset trisodium), a first-in-class magnetic resonance agent indicated for the evaluation of aortoiliac occlusive disease in adults with known or suspected peripheral vascular disease; Cardiolite® (Kit for the Preparation of Technetium Tc99m Sestamibi for Injection), a cardiac imaging agent that is the most successful radiopharmaceutical ever introduced and; TechneLite® (Technetium Tc99m Generator).

Lantheus has approximately 600 employees worldwide with headquarters in North Billerica, Massachusetts, and offices in Puerto Rico, Canada and Australia.

In this position the ideal candidate will provide leadership and supervision to work teams engaged in the procurement of materials and services to ensure continuous product supply.  Responsibilities include:    

• Develops contracts, both business and legal terms, in collaboration with key internal stakeholders and negotiates with external suppliers of materials, products, and services.   
• Leads the Supplier Performance Review Board (SPRB) to ensure supplier oversight activities.   Develops and implements risk mitigation strategy and tactics.
• Direct the efforts of a work team that manages procurement activities of materials, products, and services.  Manage, develop, and foster the growth of the team talent to support the long term growth corporate strategies.
• Oversee full range of performance management processes and training and development needs of functional team. Lead and motivate employees and provide feedback, coaching, and counseling to enhance or improve performance by setting expectations and holding individuals accountable for performance and behavior. 
• Identify and leverage individual/team employee strengths in order to achieve superior performance.
• Efficiently align and realign group resources to ensure the development of key initiatives.
• Manage relationships with internal partners across functions, and external vendors to ensure effective and efficient utilization of all internal and external resources.  Drive quality improvements within function and in all vendor relationships and processes.  Lead the implementation and update of practices, policies and procedures as needed.
• Organize, collaborate, and employ a range of resources to build and maintain strong relationships across a matrix organization e.g., Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, R&D, Clinical, Marketing, Sales to meet organizational goals.
• Develop and execute the tactical plans and budgets related to functional objectives.
• Maintain current knowledge of, and ensure all work activities are conducted in compliance with the full range of related internal and external systems, technology, regulatory requirements and related policies and procedures.

The incumbent will actively promote safety rules and awareness, will demonstrate good safety practices at all times, and take initiative to correct safety hazards.  Additionally, the incumbent will actively demonstrate and promote the Lantheus values of accountability, communication, customer commitment, entrepreneurial spirit, integrity, safety and teamwork.

Requirements include: 

• BS/BA degree in a scientific discipline with minimum of 7 years of progressive manufacturing, or inventory management experience in the pharmaceutical, or radiopharmaceutical industry and, or related GMP environment, or equivalent.
• J.D. /Law Degree from accredited Law School.
• Non-routine overnight travel based on business need.
• Handling of and/ or exposure to potentially hazardous chemical, radiological and or biological materials.  Required to follow all safety policies/procedures, and use personal and protective equipment provided.

To apply for this position please visit www.lantheus.com.

Candidate would be joining a group developing a PCR based In-vitro diagnostic.

Skills:

Experience developing IVD assays is required

Sample preparation, PCR, RT-PCR, DNA sequencing

Education:

MS/PhD with industry experience

Candidates must live local and be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder Commonwealth Sciences is a professional recruiting firm specializing in Science, Engineering and Green Technologies. We unite industry professionals with exciting career opportunities by leveraging our technical expertise, advanced recruiting tools and years of staffing experience. CWS works with a variety of disciplines and levels from Research Associates to Scientists, Engineers, Managers and Directors. Our clients value the basic integrity, customer service and industry expertise that defines our organization.

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