Here are some specific job alerts for Bay Area positions that need to be filled right away from recruiters in my network. I’ll be issuing the regular weekly listing with more postings on Sunday.
Today is also the deadline for the registration discount for my Bioscience Business Development: Building Value course in Cupertino, June 25-26. Note that we have a sudden change in speaker covering IP for the course. We are pleased that Tom Moran, J.D. is available on such short notice.
Tom M. Moran, J.D. is an intellectual property consultant who most recently worked at Foley Lardner as a member of the firm’s Chemical & Pharmaceutical and IP Litigation Practices, as well as the Life Sciences Industry Team. Prior to joining Foley, Mr. Moran was special counsel for Cooley Godward LLP in its Patent Prosecution and Counseling Group and, prior to Cooley, worked at Syntex (U.S.A.) Inc. as director of the Patent Law Department for the U.S. Pharmaceuticals Group. Mr. Moran has been active in the fields of chemical, biochemical and medical device patent law since 1973. Mr. Moran has worked with both large and small biopharmaceutical and medical device companies to provide guidance on patent strategy and prosecution, trade secret evaluation and litigation assistance.Topic: “What you Need to Know about Patents Working in Business Development” I’ve attached a flyer with details.
See downloadable flyer directly below. View details online at www.ucsc-extension.edu/biobizdev
Also, lastly, I’ve listed some free assists passed on to me by Susan Caldwell to help you with your resumes, an announcement about an upcoming Career Fair in San Diego on the 24th and a recently published industry salary survey from Contract Pharma. Looking forward to meeting you or seeing you soon at an industry event.
Audrey
Jobs that need filling urgently
Darshana Nadkarni and Joy Bridges have reached out with a request for a quick turnaround on these positions listed below:
Darshana Varia Nadkarni, Ph.D.
wd_darshana@hotmail.com
Cell: 408-898-0000
Can you possibly find someone who might fit the description below? They are specifically looking for a non-PhD bench science research associate with ELISA, HPLC, cell biology, immunoassays experience in the industry (not just academia). I told them that I will get them the right person who matches what they are looking for by Monday. see description below. I will appreciate any help. Thanks so much.
Research Associate: Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physiology or related areas (B. S. / M. S.)
A dynamic company in the Bay Area, involved in the development of tissue-engineered and drug-delivery solutions for chronic diseases, is looking for a Biologist. The applicant must have a minimum of 10 years experience working in a laboratory and must be proficient in the development, standardization and routine running of quantitative assays for small molecules, peptides and proteins using a variety of techniques such as FTIR, HPLC, and immunoassays. The applicant will work with a multidisciplinary team of experts and provide assay support with minimal supervision on various ongoing projects. The applicant will also support and work in the tissue engineering lab. This will require proficiency in cell culture experiments and experience with cell biology and/or protein chemistry. The position requires a strong background in cell biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, physiology or a related area. Additionally, the applicant will also have broad research experience to be able to provide support in a variety of routine biological and chemical laboratory procedures as needed. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience.
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Joy Bridges
Executive Recruiter
LEGACY MEDSearch
Emerging Medical Technology Recruitment
Phone: 407-898-4440 ext. 104
Fax: 407-898-4494
Joy@LegacyMedSearch.com
*Our current Medical Device Jobs
Urgent need job……..They will hire on the spot for right person in Bay area
Senior R&D Engineer – Orthopedic Surgical Devices
The Research & Development Engineer for this hyper-growth implant company will play a significant role in new product development, “next generation” planning and development and work closely with surgeons and marketing group to analyze, define, and meet customer needs. Using your prior product development and technical background in Class II – III medical devices and knowledge of instrumentation used in orthopedic joint surgery, you will both manage and perform mechanical design functions and use your medical materials technology to develop complex designs for novel surgical products.
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Other Helpful Information for Those in Transition
I received Biotech Ink Insider from Susan Caldwell, a local medical writer. She always has great insights as well as jobs at times to share. I’ve pasted in some videos mentioned by Susan that might be of interest for your job search:
Writing a Resume: When seeking a job, the resume is of considerable importance–it’s your calling card and door opener. Here’s a video that helps you create the right resume and minimizing the stress while you do it. Includes ten rules for how to approach your resume, interview, and job search. Very good basic advice.
Writing Your Resume Cover Letter: Same instructor as for Writing a Resume (above). Gives good basic advice on how to craft your cover letter and get the job interview you seek.
The Art of Medical Writing: Short video on the Masters in Medical Writing program at the University of Philadelphia, the only such training program in the world.
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See free downloadable annual Salary Survey from Contract Pharma at http://www.contractpharma.com/articles/2009/06/2009-annual-salary-survey
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Biotech Biotech Beach Career Fair, Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 1pm – 6pm
Date and Time: Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 1pm – 6pm
Location:Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, California
Cost: Free
Event Description
BioSpace is proud to present the Biotech Beach Career Fair, an opportunity for leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to meet face-to-face with job seekers.
Do not miss the chance to interview with the biopharmaceutical industry’s most prestigious companies!
All candidates must have at least a four-year college degree and two years of industry related work experience to attend. (Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a four-year college degree.)
Qualified candidates will receive their invitations and confirmation numbers via email no later than 72 hours prior to the career fair. Pre-screened and accepted candidates must bring a copy of their invitation with confirmation number to the event.
Click here to pre-register now or http://www.biospace.com/jobs/career-fair-detail/?CareerFairId=175&type=email&source=cf-BiotechBeach-js-06-10-09
We look forward to seeing you at the BioSpace Career Fair!
BioSpace Career Fair Team
contactus@biospace.com
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