Job Openings

Biotransformation Scientific Associate

Job reference: 69933BR

Location
Basel, Switzerland (www.basel.ch/en - Novartis Global Headquarters)
Novartis will support relocation and work permits

Reporting to
Lab Head, Biotransformation

Business area
Drub Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics, Translational Sciences, NIBR

Our company
Novartis has been ranked as one of the top 10 places to work in Industry in 2010 and has set a company record in 2009 with more than 30 major regulatory approvals in the US, Europe and Japan with a further 135 projects in the pipeline as of end Q1 2010. Novartis is one of the world leading pharmaceutical companies.

The Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research is fundamental to this success with research focussed on signalling pathways rather than individual genes and proteins. Working for NIBR in Basel is particularly rewarding with an outstanding and best-in-class architecture and design delivering a state-of-the-art collaborative workplace.

Translational Sciences in NIBR drives innovation in the selection and rapid development of the next generation of safe and effective therapies. Within Translational Sciences are Biomarker Development, Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics, Preclinical Safety, Strategic Planning & Operations, and Translational Medicine.

Our opening
We are currently seeking a talented, highly motivated and challenge-driven laboratory associate to work in our Biotransformation section of DMPK in the multicultural city of Basel, Switzerland. Your main role will involve the analysis of metabolic pathways and structure elucidation of metabolites formed in-vitro or in-vivo for Novartis development.
You will be joining a large team of highly skilled and motivated lab associates and lab heads that collaborate closely together alongside strong interactions with other DMPK groups across the globe. You will use state of the art instrumentations including UPLC-MS/MS, Q-ToF, Orbitrap and receive various training opportunities to develop yourself during your career with us.

As a Scientific Associate / bench scientist, your responsibilities will be to

• Develop analytical assays using HPLC or UPLC-UV with online/off line radioactivity detection for metabolite profiling
• Develop analytical assays using HPLC or UPLC-MS/MS for the structure elucidation of metabolites
• Support pre-clinical/clinical metabolism ADME studies
• Organise documentation of experiments
• Assure and maintain quality standards used within the laboratories
  

Experience & skills required
You will have a MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, or equivalent scientific degree (no PhD) and possibly some experience in the pharmaceutical industry (not necessary).

Your experience

• Strong knowledge of HPLC and mass spectrometry
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, multitask different projects, take initiative, identify and execute priorities
• Fluent verbal and written English. German or French useful
• Energetic, innovative and enthusiastic; responding constructively to challenging new ideas and inputs
  

How to apply
Applications should be made through novartis career page only www.novartis.com/careers. Please refer to job reference 69933BR

PHARMA PLAN . Bergauer + Partner AG . International Health Care Recruitment . Gerbergässlein 41 .
CH-4051 Basel

Sales Representative
Life Science Mass Spectrometry

Your Responsibilities:

• Sell life science mass spectrometry (LSMS) solutions
• Build relationship to customers and purchase departments
• Understand and develop the mass spectrometry market. Document and forward marketing information
• Act as manager of the territory
• Present the company at conferences and meetings by giving talks on methods and applications in various fields of LSMS
• Prepare monthly forecasts and develop strategies to ensure optimum adherence
• Organize internal and external events
• Act as team player in an international team

Your Qualities:

• Degree in chemistry or analogue disciplines/ PhD preferable
• Sales experience
• Strong problem solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills, ability to work across all levels, functions and regions: German and English essential; French would be an important advantage
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks with different priorities
• Excellent inter-personal, self-motivational and negotiating skills
• Driving License
• Willingness to travel mainly within the appointed region in Switzerland but frequently as well through Europe/European Territory. For training or special calls, international travelling including all EMEA Territory and the US is required.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their letter of application with CV and letters of reference/recommendation.

Your application will be treated with strict confidentiality.

P. Otto
MSc
Direct dial: +41-61-261 94 01
Gerbergässlein 41
CH-4051 Basel
p.otto@pp-pharma-plan.com
www.pp-pharma-plan.com

Biotransformation Scientific Associate

Job reference: 65113BR

Location
Basel, Switzerland (www.basel.ch/en - Novartis Global Headquarters)
Novartis will support relocation and work permits

Reporting to
Lab Head, Biotransformation

Business area
Drub Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics, Translational Sciences, NIBR

Our opening
We are recruiting a talented, highly motivated and challenge-driven laboratory associate to work in our Biotransformation section of DMPK in the multicultural city of Basel, Switzerland. Your main role will involve the analysis of metabolic pathways and structure elucidation of metabolites formed in-vitro or in-vivo.

You will be joining a large team of highly skilled and motivated lab associates and lab heads that collaborate closely together alongside strong interactions with other DMPK groups across the globe. You will use state of the art instrumentations including UPLC-MS/MS, Q-ToF, Orbitrap and receive various opportunities to develop yourself during your career with us.

As a Scientific Associate / bench scientist, your responsibilities will be to

• Develop analytical assays using HPLC or UPLC-UV with online/off line radioactivity detection for metabolite profiling
• Develop analytical assays using HPLC or UPLC-MS/MS for the structure elucidation of metabolites
• Support pre-clinical/clinical metabolism ADME studies
• Organise documentation of experiments
• Assure and maintain quality standards used within the laboratories
• Act as a mentor for junior member of staff
  

Experience & skills required
You will have a MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, or equivalent scientific degree (no PhD) and good experience in the pharmaceutical industry (minimum 3-4 years). You should have an EU passport.

Your experience

• Strong post-degree relevant experience within a quantitative/qualitative analytical laboratory of a pharmaceutical industry (with metabolite profiling and metabolite identification using techniques such as LC-MS/MS would be an advantage)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, multitask different projects, take initiative, identify and execute priorities
• Fluent verbal and written English. German or French useful
• Energetic, innovative and enthusiastic; responding constructively to challenging new ideas and inputs
  

Our company
In 2009 we had more than 30 major regulatory approvals; as of end Q1 2010 a further 135 projects in pharmaceutical clinical development, 58 of which involve new molecular entities. We are one of the best places to work
www.corporatecitizenship.novartis.com/managing-cc/awards.shtml

The Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research is fundamental to this success with research focussed on signalling pathways rather than individual genes and proteins. Working for NIBR in Basel is particularly rewarding with an outstanding and best-in-class architecture and design delivering a state-of-the-art collaborative workplace.
www.nibr.com

Translational Sciences in NIBR drives innovation in the selection and rapid development of the next generation of safe and effective therapies. Within Translational Sciences are Biomarker Development, Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics, Preclinical Safety, Strategic Planning & Operations, and Translational Medicine.

How to apply
Visit www.novartis.com/careers/job-search using job ID 65113

A PDF version of this offer can be found HERE.

M-Scan SA (Mass Spectrometry Consultants and Analysts) has a vacancy for a scientific collaborator

The M-Scan group, consisting of four laboratories in United Kingdom, Switzerland, Germany and the USA, was founded in 1979 to provide contract biopolymer analytical and consulting services utilising mass spectrometry.

M-Scan SA, our laboratory in Geneva, is looking for a:

Senior Scientist

This position would be suitable for a Senior Scientist (PhD level) with good experience in Chromatography, Mass spectrometry and Peptide/Protein Chemistry.

Experience in any of the following areas would be an advantage: 4000 Q-TRAP instrument and working in a GLP/GMP environment.

The position will involve the successful applicant working on his or her own initiative and interacting with current and potential international clients. Fluent spoken and written English is required.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate good report writing skills and should apply by sending a full CV to position.sa@m-scan.com.

Dr. Luc-Alain Savoy

M-Scan SA
Chemin des Aulx 12
1228 Plan-les-Ouates
Switzerland

KAUST Proteomics Core Laboratory

Research Building 2 2281-W5
4700 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Thuwal 23955-6900

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Position:

Specialist III - Proteomics Core Facility

Job Description:

Responsible for accurate processing of lab work including organization, processing and documentation of experiments, thereby contributing substantially to the success of projects.

Works within guidelines from lab manager and scientists and guidelines and policies established on corporate level, which may be explicit in writing or implicit with corporate culture and overall goal statements.

Works according to lab process schedules setup by Lab Manager or other persons.

Major Responsibilities:
1. Processing of workflows according to protocols
2. Accurate documentation of facts / results related to the success of the workflow and provide feedback to lab manager according to process
3. Organization of own lab work according to guidelines from lab manager
4. Co-working with other technicians and scientists or other persons
5. Willingness to be trained on other methods / lab practices
6. Interfaces with Others
Internal: technicians, scientists, lab manager
External: support or service from system vendors

1. High degree of technical competence & confidence and ability to run experiments.
2. High degree of technical knowledge about systems and experience with HPLC/MS and MALDI-TOF technologies in identification/quantification of small molecules, proteins and protein post-translational modifications.
3. Has the ability to quickly learn and develop new laboratory skills.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Fluent English language skills - oral and written. 6.Computer skills a must

Minimum:
• MSc in Biology or Laboratory Science.
• Core expertise or specialization in the proteomics domain is required.

Degree:
Masters; Bachelors

Field of Study:
Industry: Academic/Research Institution

Job Roles: Technical Support

Area(s) of Expertise: Bio-analysis; HPLC; LC-MS; Proteomics; Quantitation

donia.tajouri@kaust.edu.sa

KAUST Proteomics Core Laboratory

Research Building 2 2281-W5
4700 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Thuwal 23955-6900

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Position:

Research Technician I - Proteomics Core Facility

Job Description:

Responsible for accurate processing of lab work including organization, processing and documentation of experiments, thereby contributing substantially to the success of projects.

Works within guidelines from lab manager and scientists and guidelines and policies established on corporate level, which may be explicit in writing or implicit with corporate culture and overall goal statements.

Works according to lab process schedules setup by Lab Manager or other persons.

Major Responsibilities
1. Processing of workflows according to protocols
2.Accurate documentation of facts / results related to the success of the workflow and provide feedback to lab manager according to process
3. Organization of own lab work according to guidelines from lab manager
4. Co-working with other technicians and scientists or other persons
5. Willingness to be trained on other methods / lab practices
6.Interfaces with Others Internal: technicians, scientists, lab manager External: support or service from system vendors

1. High degree of technical competence & confidence and ability to run experiments.
2. High degree of technical knowledge about systems and experience with HPLC/MS and MALDI-TOF technologies in identification/quantification of small molecules, proteins and protein post-translational modifications.
3. Has the ability to quickly learn and develop new laboratory skills.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Fluent English language skills - oral and written.
6. Computer skills a must

Required:
• BSc in Laboratory Science / MSc in Biology.
• At least 7 years of relevant laboratory working experience is required.

Degree: Bachelors; Associates; Equivalent Experience

Industry: Academic/Research Institution

Area(s) of Expertise: Bio-analysis; HPLC; LC-MS; Proteomics

KAUST Proteomics Core Laboratory

Research Building 2 2281-W5
4700 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Thuwal 23955-6900

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Position:

Research Technician II - Proteomics Core Facility

Job Description:

Responsible for accurate processing of lab work including organization, processing and documentation of experiments, thereby contributing substantially to the success of projects.

Works within guidelines from lab manager and scientists and guidelines and policies established on corporate level, which may be explicit in writing or implicit with corporate culture and overall goal statements.

Works according to lab process schedules setup by Lab Manager or other persons.

Major Responsibilities
1. Processing of workflows according to protocols
2. Accurate documentation of facts / results related to the success of the workflow and provide feedback to lab manager according to process
3. Organization of own lab work according to guidelines from lab manager
4. Co-working with other technicians and scientists or other persons
5. Willingness to be trained on other methods / lab practices
6. Interfaces with Others
Internal: technicians, scientists, lab manager
External: support or service from system vendors.

1. High degree of technical competence & confidence and ability to run experiments.
2. High degree of technical knowledge about systems and experience with HPLC/MS and MALDI-TOF technologies in identification/quantification of small molecules, proteins and protein post-translational modifications.
3. Has the ability to quickly learn and develop new laboratory skills.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Fluent English language skills - oral and written.
6. Computer skills a must

Required:
• BSc in Laboratory Science / MSc in Biology.
• At least 5 years of relevant laboratory working experience is required.

Degree: Masters; Bachelors; Equivalent Experience

Field of Study: Biochemistry; Analytical Chemistry

Industry: Academic/Research Institution

Job Roles: Res. & Dev. Project Mgr.; Technical Support

Area(s) of Expertise: Bio-analysis; LC-MS; Proteomics

KAUST Proteomics Core Laboratory

Research Building 2 2281-W5
4700 King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Thuwal 23955-6900

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Position:

Research Technician III - Proteomics Core Facility

Job Description:

Responsible for accurate processing of lab work including organization, processing and documentation of experiments, thereby contributing substantially to the success of projects.

Works within guidelines from lab manager and scientists and guidelines and policies established on corporate level, which may be explicit in writing or implicit with corporate culture and overall goal statements.

Works according to lab process schedules setup by Lab Manager or other persons.

Major Responsibilities
1. Processing of workflows according to protocols
2. Accurate documentation of facts / results related to the success of the workflow and provide feedback to lab manager according to process
3. Organization of own lab work according to guidelines from lab manager
4. Co-working with other technicians and scientists or other persons
5. Willingness to be trained on other methods / lab practices
6. Interfaces with Others
Internal: technicians, scientists, lab manager
External: support or service from system vendors

1. High degree of technical competence & confidence and ability to run experiments.
2. High degree of technical knowledge about systems and experience with HPLC/MS and MALDI-TOF technologies in identification/quantification of small molecules, proteins and protein post-translational modifications.
3. Has the ability to quickly learn and develop new laboratory skills.
4. Good communication skills.
5. Fluent English language skills - oral and written.
6. Computer skills a must

Required: • BSc in Laboratory Science / MSc in Biology.

Degree: Bachelors; Associates; Equivalent Experience

Field of Study: Biochemistry

Industry: Academic/Research Institution

Job Roles: Technical Support

Area(s) of Expertise: Bio-analysis; HPLC; LC-MS; Proteomics

Givaudan ist das weltweit führende Unternehmen im Bereich Riechstoffe und Aromen mit Niederlassungen und Agenturen in über 80 Ländern.

Zur Verstärkung unseres Teams in Dübendorf suchen wir per sofort oder nach Vereinbarung eine motivierte Persönlichkeit als

Analytischer Chemiker/in

• Unterstützung des lokalen Riechstoff-Forschungsteams mithilfe von Routine Massenspektrometrie-Analysen einschliesslich der Interpretation von EI-Massenspektren (GC-MS, DE-MS)
• Einführung, Entwicklung und Verbesserung von nicht Routine Massenspektrometrie Techniken für
  Forschungsprojekte (GC-MS, LC-MS, GCxGC-MS)
• Bearbeitung von anspruchsvollen analytischen nicht Routine Projekten unter Anwendung von
  Massenspektrometrie; zum Beispiel im Gebiet der Naturstoffchemie oder der Bestimmung von
  Verunreinigungen in Riechstoff-Rohmaterialien

Ihr Profil

• Promotion in instrumenteller analytischer Chemie mit Spezialisierung auf GC-MS oder LC-MS
• Interesse an organisch-chemischer Strukturaufklärung
• Gespür für Methodenentwicklungen
• Erfahrung im Umgang mit komplexen Messgeräten von Vorteil
• Begabung für das Arbeiten mit Computersystemen, Kenntnisse in MS-Office
• Freude an der Analytik
• Exakte Arbeitsweise, dienstleistungsorientiert und systematisches Vorgehen
• Flexibel, teamfähig, wissbegierig und innovativ
• Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse und Französischkenntnisse von Vorteil

A PDF version of this offer can be found HERE

PHARMA PLAN . Bergauer + Partner AG . International Health Care Recruitment . Gerbergässlein 41 .
CH-4051 Basel

We are searching for a

Training Leader Mass Spectrometry

Your Responsibilities:

• Responsible to deliver all Institute activities, which might include: customer
  training, customer application and technical support.
• Assure rapid and professional response to internal and external customer
  queries using professional knowledge of chromatographic and Mass
  Spectrometric techniques.
• Maintains and approves existing course materials and develops new
  product-training manuals as required.
• Optimize own work schedule by coordinating Institute scheduled training
  courses with other Institute activities such as customer technical and
  application support. Prepare and present scientific posters and papers at
  exhibitions and symposia.

Your Job Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry or related subject
• LC-MS experience in small molecule applications and detailed
  understanding of Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry and associated
  techniques
• Excellent training/teaching skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills, ability to work across all
  levels, functions and regions
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
  with different priorities
• Excellent inter-personal, self-motivational and negotiating skills
• Driving License
• Willingness to travel mainly within the appointed region frequently as well
  through Europe/European Territory. For special calls, international
  travelling including all EMEA Territory and the US is required.

We are looking forward to receiving your application (CV, motivation letter and
copies of certificates/diplomas) by email: p.otto@pp-pharma-plan.com and thank
you in advance.

Contact:
Philipe Otto, MSc
Management Consultant, Project Leader
PHARMA PLAN Bergauer + Partner AG
International Health Care Recruitment
Gerbergässlein 41
4051 Basel
Direct: +41 61 261 94 01
Fax: +41 61 261 94 97
E-Mail: p.otto@pp-pharma-plan.com
Internet: www.pp-pharma-plan.com

A PDF version of this offer can be found HERE