Job Openings

Die HES-SO Wallis sucht für Ihren Studiengang und ihr Institut Life Technologies

einen FH-Dozenten oder eine FH-Dozentin in Analytischer Chemie

Ihre Aufgabe:

• Unterricht im Fach Analytische Chemie im Studiengang Life
Technologies auf Bachelor- und Masterstufe.
• Leitung von Forschungsprojekten; Durchführung von
Industriemandaten.

Ihr Profil:

• Hochschulabschluss in Chemie/Biochemie/Pharmazie oder als
gleichwertig anerkannte Ausbildung.
• Solide praktische Erfahrung in den Trenntechniken (HPLC und GC)
und in der Atomspektroskopie (AAS und ICP) sowie Kenntnisse
in Probenentnahme und Methodenvalidierung gemäss ISO 17025
oder GLP.
• Ausgeprägtes Interesse für Lehre und Forschung.
• Gutes Netzwerk zu Industriepartnern und pädagogische Erfahrung
sind erwünscht.
• Muttersprache Deutsch oder Französisch mit sehr guten
Kenntnissen der zweiten Amtssprache.

Beschäftigungsgrad: 100 %
Arbeitsort: Sitten
Stellenantritt: 1. August 2010

Urban Frey, Leiter des Studiengangs Life Technologies, erteilt Ihnen
auf Verlangen gerne Auskunft über das Pflichtenheft (Tel. 027 606 86
57, E-Mail: urban.frey@hevs.ch).

Die Bewerbungen mit den üblichen Unterlagen sind bis zum 15. März
2010 (Datum des Poststempels) zu senden an die HES-SO Wallis,
Personaldienst, Route du Rawyl 47, 1950 Sitten 2.

Das Originaldokument kann HIER heruntergeladen werden.

(received 2010-01-29)

The Institute for Structural Biology in Grenoble (France) is seeking a young scientific investigator in mass spectroscopy

The context: the Institute for Structural Biology (IBS, a three-way partnership between the CNRS, the CEA and the University Joseph Fourier) in Grenoble is close to the EMBL outstation, the ESRF synchrotron and the ILL neutron reactor. Located in the French Alps, Grenoble has world-class research centers in the field of structural biology that are unified in the Partnership for Structural Biology (http://www.psb-grenoble.eu/). Grenoble also hosts a strong community of scientists expert in state-of-the-art mass spectroscopy aimed at proteomics studies (EDyP laboratory). At the IBS, 15 research groups (230 people including 60 permanent researchers) are working on structure-function relationships of proteins and their complexes involved in: (1) immunity and host-pathogen
interactions; (2) fundamental intracellular processes, and (3) extremophiles, with a particular emphasis on human health and biotechnology related problems. Researchers at the IBS also develop and maintain an ensemble of technical platforms and state-of-the-art methodologies, providing a fruitful environment for developing new research activities.

The position: The IBS is seeking a young investigator to build up a mass spectrometry research team focused on a biological topic related to those of the institute listed above.

The candidate will have an interest and previous experience in the study of protein complexes and/or the analysis of post-translational modification of proteins using mass spectrometry. Supervision of the existing MS service platform will be expected. The candidate is expected to apply to the ATIP-AVENIR program of the CNRS prior to joining the IBS. This 3 + 2 year grant program enables researchers under 40 of any nationality to set-up and lead a team that strengthens the research of the host institute by developing independent scientific projects. (For more information see: http://www.cnrs.fr/infoslabos/atip/lifeatip.htm)

To express your interest, please send by email a complete CV, an outline of scientific interests (1/2 page) and the names of at least two referees to: ms-applications@ibs.fr. Please refer to “IBS-MS application” in the subject heading of the mail. Deadline: January 22, 2010.

The original ad can be downloaded as PDF-file HERE.

(received 2009-12-21)

Actelion Ltd is a biopharmaceutical company, with its corporate headquarter in Allschwil/Basel, Switzerland. Actelion's first drug Tracleer™, an orally available dual endothelin receptor antagonist, has been approved as a therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Actelion markets Tracleer™ through its own subsidiaries in key markets worldwide, including the United States (based in South San Francisco), the European Union as well as Canada and Switzerland. Actelion, founded in late 1997, is a leading player in innovative science related to the endothelium – the single layer of cells separating every blood vessel from the blood stream. Actelion focuses on the discovery, development and marketing of innovative drugs for significant unmet medical needs. Actelion shares are traded on the SWX Swiss Exchange (ticker symbol: ATLN).

In our Preclinical Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism Department we are seeking an

Research Associate, structure identification

The candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Performance of sample analysis by LC-MS/MS with a state-of-the-art high resolution mass spectrometer (Orbitrap) for structural elucidation of metabolites
• Maintenance of the MS equipment
• Quantitation of metabolites
• Running biochemical assays in the field of drug metabolism
• Implementation of new equipment and new assays

For this position, the ideal candidate should have the following qualification:

• Education in a scientific area (bachelor or master level, no Ph.D.) related to organic analytical chemistry
• At least 1 to 2 years of practical experience in analysis of small organic molecules with HPLC or HPLC-MS
• Basic experience in quantification
• Very good team-working skills and the capability to work in a complex environment
• Efficient organization and good documentation of work
• Good command of English; German or any other major European language would be an asset

We offer:

• a competitive salary with attractive fringe benefits
• the innovative and stimulating research atmosphere of a young and expanding company
• access to most modern technologies

The research facilities are located in Allschwil, Switzerland, a suburb of Basel at the border of France and Germany.

Please send a comprehensive application to:

Human Resources
ACTELION Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Gewerbestrasse 16, 4123 Allschwil / Switzerland
e-mail: jobs.ch@actelion.com

(received 2009-11-28)

The Paul Scherrer Institute is with 1300 employees the largest research centre for the natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland and a worldwide leading user laboratory. Its research activities are concentrated on the three main topics of solid-state physics, energy and environmental research as well as human health.

For our research in lithium-ion batteries we are looking for a

Scientist

Mass Spectrometry / Lithium-Ion Batteries

The original ad can be downloaded as PDF-file HERE.

Your tasks
· Investigation of battery materials using mass spectrometry coupled with electrochemical techniques
· Development of new mass spectrometric methods and the respective equipment
· Participation in ongoing and new national and international research projects, including reporting
· Publishing of research results in scientific literature and presentations at international congresses
· Supervision of Master and PhD students

Your profile
You have a PhD degree in chemistry, physics, or materials science and research experience in the field of mass spectrometry. Additional experience in electrochemistry would be advantageous. You have an active interest in experimental work and enjoy working in an interdisciplinary team. You are a flexible team worker who is able to work on different mid-term projects. Knowledge in project management would be advantageous. Good communication skills in both German and English are required.

For further information please contact:
Prof. Dr Petr Novak, phone +41 (0)56 310 24 57, petr.novak@psi.ch

Please submit your application to:
Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources, Ref. code 5411-02, Elke Baumann, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

or to: elke.baumann@psi.ch
www.psi.ch

(received 2009-11-24)

The BioAnalytical Science Department at the Nestlé Research Center (NRC) located near Lausanne is seeking a:

Metabolomics Scientist in Nutrition

who will work within the Metabolomics & Biomarkers group.

Main responsibilities:

• Analysis of biological matrices (biofluids, tissue, cell cultures) using mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magneticresonance spectroscopy (NMR & LC-NMR/MS).
• Develop metabolic profiling strategies (metabolomics and lipidomics) including data modelling for pathway visualization and interpretation.
• Metabolite identification using both NMR and MS.
• Designing new clinical studies for Nutritional Metabolomics.

Required profile:

• PhD in Biochemistry / Chemistry / Biology or associated fields with demonstrated skills in the field of metabolomics.
• Strong expertise in the application of NMR and MS to the analysis of small molecules including application of chemometrics for biomarkers discovery (metabolomics) and structure elucidation of organic compounds.
• Experience in the application of NMR and MS for metabolic modelling and biochemical interpretation.
• Able to interact with a multidisciplinary team of statisticians, bioinformaticians, biochemists and nutritionists.
• Good communication skills in English.

Personal requirements:

• Project management skills with a vision for innovation
• Open-minded team player
• Hard-worker

If you are interested in being involved in demanding and innovative projects within one of the leading research laboratories in food and nutritional sciences worldwide, then apply with us (complete application including CV, cover letter and references is mandatory) now on www.careers.nestle.com./ Requisition ID 3191.

The original ad can be downloaded as PDF-file HERE.

(received 2009-11-03)

The Quality & Safety Department at the Nestlé Research Center (NRC) located near Lausanne is seeking:

R&D Research Assistant:
Method development for mass spectrometry-based GC and LC analysis

who will work within the Analytical Profiling group.

Main responsibilities:

• Perform experimental work for developments (including validation) of methods based on GC and LC-derived mass spectrometry techniques (QqQ & ToF).
• Follow up on method implementation.
• Run developments of methods (internally and externally) according to GLPs and internal security rules.
• Propose appropriate solutions upon needs.
• Provide clients with advices and support upon requests.

Required profile:

• Master Degree or DUT in Chemistry.
• Practical experience in GC-MS (/MS), LC-MS/MS and experience on ToF techniques will be appreciated.
• Experience in laboratory management.
• Experience in method validation.
• Fluency in English.

Personal requirements:

• Ability to acquire new competences, drive for consumer safety.
• Ability to communicate knowledge and results.
• Pragmatic, efficient, result- and service-oriented.
• Ability to write documents such as instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Open to travels.

If you are interested in being involved in demanding and innovative projects within one of the leading research laboratories in food and nutritional sciences worldwide, then apply with us (complete application including CV, cover letter and references is mandatory) now on www.careers.nestle.com/
Requisition ID 5152.

The original ad can be downloaded as PDF-file HERE.

(received 2009-11-03)