Archive for October 27th, 2009

Bristol-Myers Squibb Research Investigators

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Research Investigator

Description

The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting characterization studies on new drug candidates to define biophysical and chemical properties using different analytical tools. Develop parenteral dosage forms for clinical and commercial use, and conduct optimization and scale up studies. Generate data for regulatory filings, participate on project teams to assure successful drug product technology transfer from R&D to clinical manufacturing and commercial sites. Issue periodic reports and assure compliance of the laboratory environment and work generated with corporate and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

EDUCATION PREFERRED: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Bioengineering or related disciplines

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: M.S.5 8 years Ph.D. 0 to 3 years.

SKILLS REQUIRED: Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of protein structure, chemistry, stability and fundamental principles of pharmaceutical science essential for the development of injectable dosage forms particularly for protein therapeutics Hands on experience with analytical instrumentation, such as SEC, SDS PAGE, IEF , spectroscopy and microcalorimetry . Experience with biophysical characterization, thermodynamics and mechanistic understanding of proteins with excipients is desired. Good written and verbal communication as well as having good interpersonal skills and be an effective team player.

Primary Location at New Brunswick, NJ

To Apply

For more information or to apply, go online (Job Number 0900650).

Genentech PR&D Outstanding Student Awards for Juniors

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Process Research and Development Outstanding Student Awards – 2009/2010

The Process Research and Development (PR&D) organization functions as the bridge between Research and Manufacturing, taking processes from laboratory bench-scale to manufacturing-scale. The mission of PR&D is to design, develop, scale up and implement cost-effective production systems and technologies for therapeutic drug candidates to fulfill the demands of Genentech’s Research, Development, Commercial and Production Operations groups.

The Genentech PR&D Student Awards were founded to recognize outstanding students in disciplines related to chemical and biochemical engineering at selected schools. JHU, based on its faculty, research and outstanding students, has been selected to receive a student award of $2,500. The student award-winner will be offered a three-month summer intern position starting in June 2010 at Genentech’s South San Francisco or Oceanside locations in California in one of the following areas:

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