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Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced leader to oversee all aspects of Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) from lead optimization through commercialization. This role will drive formulation, process development, clinical supply chain, and regulatory strategy—especially focused on Phase 3 and long-term extension studies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead internal teams and external CDMO partners across CMC functions
- Oversee manufacturing, analytical development, tech transfer, and clinical supply logistics
- Ensure regulatory readiness and author CMC sections for global filings (INDs, NDAs, IMPDs)
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical teams
- Manage department budgets and ensure operational excellence across the portfolio
Qualifications:
- PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or related field
- 15+ years of industry experience, including 10+ years in senior CMC leadership
- Deep expertise in injectable drug products and synthetic peptide manufacturing
- Strong understanding of global regulatory guidelines (ICH, FDA, EMA, USP)
- Proven success managing CDMO relationships and leading cross-functional teams
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At Afton Scientific, every role contributes to advancing the quality and reliability of sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing. Our team is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. We support employees at every stage of their career by fostering an environment where development, learning, and meaningful impact are possible.
We invite you to explore opportunities to join our organization and contribute to our mission. We are currently seeking a SKAN Isolator; Pharmaceutical Operator (II) to support our growing biopharmaceutical operations at our on-site facility in Charlottesville, Virginia. (Relocation + Sign On Bonus )
Overview of this Position:
The SKAN Isolator Pharmaceutical Operator (II) plays a critical role in sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing by operating and maintaining isolator systems for aseptic filling processes. This position ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and supports the production of high-quality injectable drug products in a controlled environment.
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
• At least two (2) years of experience operating isolators in a sterile/aseptic manufacturing facility
• At least two (2) years of experience in a GMP manufacturing facility
• At least one (1) year of experience with routine cleaning, decontamination, and setup of isolators according to SOPs.
•High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Requirements:
• Experience working with Master Control, and/or SAP.
• Experience with cleanroom operations and environmental monitoring
•Experience with automated filling equipment and troubleshooting isolator
•Previous experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing
•Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
•Bachelor’s degree in biology and /or Life Sciences
Responsibilities Include:
•Operate isolator systems for aseptic filling of sterile injectable products
•Perform routine cleaning, decontamination, and setup of isolators according to SOPs
•Handle sterile components and materials in compliance with aseptic techniques
•Complete batch records and controlled documentation accurately and timely
•Monitor and document environmental conditions and equipment performance
•Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Engineering teams to resolve issues and maintain compliance
•Participating in training and continuous improvement initiatives
•Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with GMP standards
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This role may require sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods; using a computer; and working in a standard office environment. Specific physical or environmental requirements will be addressed through the reasonable accommodation process. We do not discriminate based on disability and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.
Duration: 17+ Months
Location: Foster Coty, CA94404
Client's Process Technologies & Development team is seeking a highly motivated contractor to play a foundational role in establishing and operationalizing a new Primary Container Development Laboratory. This role is ideal for a hands-on individual who enjoys building systems from the ground up and maintaining high standards of scientific rigor.
The contractor will support the setup of the new lab facility, ensure equipment is properly installed, qualified, and maintained, and develop organizational systems to keep laboratory operations running smoothly. The role also involves operating a wide range of laboratory equipment, designing and executing high-quality experiments, supporting method readiness, and maintaining scientific excellence.
This position directly supports development workflows involving container closure systems, device interface evaluations, product compatibility studies, and process characterization.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations & Equipment Expertise
- Support the setup and launch of the new Process Technologies & Development lab, including workspace organization, equipment installation support, and qualification readiness.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a broad range of primary container and analytical laboratory equipment, including:
- Leak detection systems
- Headspace analyzers
- Optical and particle counting microscopes
- MicroCT scanners
- Automatic filling equipment
- Filtration and mixing tanks
- Balances and related instrumentation
- Independently refine and develop laboratory processes and equipment workflows to improve efficiency, robustness, and usability.
- Maintain accurate equipment logs, calibration records, and instrument readiness documentation.
- Ensure laboratory organization, including consumables tracking, chemical inventory, and compliance with safety, quality, and documentation requirements.
- Partner with Facilities, Metrology, EH&S, and cross-functional Process Development teams to support seamless lab operations and timely issue resolution.
Scientific Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Apply sound scientific judgment in planning and troubleshooting experimental studies.
- Support method development, workflow optimization, and evaluation of new technologies relevant to primary container development and characterization.
- Drive continuous improvement in lab workflows, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency.
- Maintain a culture of cleanliness, organization, and scientific excellence within the laboratory.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related technical field.
- Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with strong familiarity in equipment operation and laboratory best practices.
- Demonstrated experience designing and executing experiments with strong attention to detail and scientific rigor.
- Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to maintain a clean, structured, and efficient laboratory environment.
- Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting laboratory setup, including equipment installation, qualification, and initial operational readiness.
- Familiarity with a broad range of laboratory equipment, including routine operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Experience with studies involving:
- Container Closure Integrity (CCI)
- Extractables and Leachables
- Device-drug interface evaluations
- Fill-finish operations
- Ability to design and refine lab workflows that improve efficiency and usability across teams.
- Prior experience working within cross-functional development teams.
Why Join Us?
This contract role offers the opportunity to support high-impact development programs, expand technical expertise in primary container development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams working on advanced drug product development. The role directly contributes to ensuring the delivery of safe, stable, and high-quality medicines to patients.
Location: Worcester, MA; 01604
Duration: 8+ months
Description:
Overview:
A scientist position is available within the Cell Culture Process Development group in PDS&T Biologics at Client's Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. The group is responsible for developing and supporting cell culture manufacturing processes for early and late phase clinical programs. We strive for speedy delivery of quality processes that are high yield, amenable to efficient manufacturing operations, robust and provide desirable product quality attributes. The group interacts closely with other development groups and along with Manufacturing and Discovery. We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative scientist that can work independently and as part of a dynamic team environment.
What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position:
- M.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 2+ years of industrial experience; or B.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 5+ years of industrial experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong scientific curiosity with a passion for problem-solving and optimization. Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Strong organizational, planning and trouble-shooting skills.
- Understanding of cell culture processes (e.g., cell culture process development, process scale up and scale down, recombinant protein production, protein characterization).
- Proven experience working aseptically in cell culture processes at benchtop bioreactor scale.
Key Responsibilities:
* Execute scientific research and development to significantly improve platform processes and workflows, develop new methods, build technical expertise and intellectual property, and deepen scientific understanding.
* Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with colleagues in other functional areas (Analytical Development, Cell Line Development, Discovery, Manufacturing and Quality).
* Proactively seek out new information and opportunities to advance our technologies and pipeline. Critically evaluate relevant scientific, regulatory and business advances and integrate this knowledge.
* Effectively communicate scientific data and concepts to internal and external audiences through reports, presentations and manuscripts. Author and review technical reports, protocols, and other key documents.
* Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, documentation and GMP compliance.
Qualifications:
* M.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 2+ years of industrial experience; or B.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 5+ years of industrial experience.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong scientific curiosity with a passion for problem-solving and optimization. Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Strong organizational, planning and trouble-shooting skills.
* Understanding of cell culture processes (e.g., cell culture process development, process scale up and scale down, recombinant protein production, protein characterization).
* Proven experience working aseptically in cell culture processes at benchtop bioreactor scale.
Position title:
Assistant/Associate/Full Researcher
Salary range:
The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table for the current salary scale for this position: . A reasonable estimate for this position is $199,700- $357,200.
Percent time:
100%
Anticipated start:
Winter/Spring 2026
Position duration:
Initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.
Application Window
Open date: February 26, 2026
Next review date: Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Advanced BioImaging Center (ABC) in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Professional Researcher at the Assistant, Associate, or Full rank. The selected candidate will be appointed at the rank to commensurate with prior experience. The position will report to Professor Gokul Upadhyayula, with Professor Eric Betzig serving as an additional academic mentor. The researcher will conduct independent research at a level comparable to the Professor series.
The Advanced BioImaging Center (ABC) at UC Berkeley aspires to be a world-leading multidisciplinary imaging center that drives important biological discoveries through critical new advances in all aspects of imaging technology and that drives the dissemination of that technology through a multi-pronged education strategy to scientists around the world. ABC was intentionally designed to maximize scientific productivity and impact by adopting groundbreaking imaging technologies such as the next-generation adaptive optical multifunctional microscope, incorporating the high-level technical expertise of instrumentation scientists, applied mathematicians, and computational scientists, and building worldwide collaborations aimed at tackling the challenges posed by terabyte and petabyte-scale imaging data processing, visualization, and dissemination. Members of the ABC have access to leading - edge imaging and computing hardware, as well as exposure to collaborators from a range of diverse disciplines, including in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, and more.
This position will focus on advanced, independent research leading the ABC computational team to develop vision-transformer-based foundation machine learning models. The Researcher will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of optical physicists, engineers, and computational imaging researchers to achieve the ambitious goal of creating a generative AI model for segmenting and querying complex 4D high-resolution data of zebrafish development. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to advancing biological imaging and AI-driven data analysis at the intersection of biology and computational science.
As this project grows, the individual will be expected to expand their leadership and adapt to the evolving scope of the research. The role will begin with leading efforts to supervise data collection and management, model development, and collaborating with leadership across the center. The researcher will build and manage a team of data scientists, and computational biologists to test AI-driven imaging models and will facilitate scientific collaborations with local, domestic, and international researchers. This position will take on a growing role and contribute to a groundbreaking initiative in biological imaging.
Key Responsibilities:
*Conduct and design independent research and lead a team of data scientists and software engineers to enable the development of state-of-the-art AI models for light sheet microscopy data.
*Collaborate with experts in optical physics, engineering, and computational imaging to support a foundational AI model for high-resolution developmental biology data.
*Conduct and lead experimental design, data acquisition, and data analysis pipelines to ensure optimal data quality.
*Facilitate and maintain scientific collaborations with local, domestic, and international researchers as the project expands.
*Publish research findings in high-impact journals and presenting at scientific conferences.
*Supervise and mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, staff scientists, and academic research titles involved in machine learning and biological data analysis.
*Lead the development of new AI models and data processing tools for datasets generated on multicellular tissues, organoids, transparent embryos.
*Oversee the design and development of new machine learning tools for petabyte-scale light sheet datasets that are typically 4D or 5D (x,y,z,t,chemistry).
*Advise on applications of these tools for biological imaging; collaborate with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and academic research titles on specific projects to test, learn and implement for general and specific use cases.
*Bring cross disciplinary expertise to solve problems at the intersection between life science, computer vision, and state-of-the-art AI methods.
*Identify and study scaling laws for machine learning models on large-scale 5D light sheet datasets.
*Organize and plan on the design and development of new AI techniques to further ABC's mission.
Lab:
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
PhD (or equivalent international degree)
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
Two (2) years of post PhD research experience.
For consideration for Associate Researcher rank, a minimum of 8 years of post PhD research experience as a group leader or principal investigator (PI) supervising a team of PhD-level scientists in industry or academia.
For consideration for full Researcher rank, a minimum of 14 years post PhD research experience, including a minimum of 8 years of experience leading a team as a principal investigator (PI) at the university level or in industry with demonstrated success managing graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, technicians, or equivalent positions.
Preferred qualifications
*PhD or equivalent international degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Bioinformatics or Related field.
*Hands-on experience with developing machine learning models for large-scale light sheet microscopy.
*Strong publication record indicating research independence and leadership.
*Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
*Proven track record of interdisciplinary collaboration, especially in integrating machine learning with biological research, physics, engineering, or computational fields.
*Demonstrated experience working with large-scale biological datasets, including experience with computational image analysis.
*Demonstrate understanding of optical microscopy, including light sheet microscopy, adaptive optics, and modern scientific cameras.
*Demonstrated ability to work in a research team, manage active collaborations with other academic groups.
*Demonstrated experience handling and processing large scale imaging datasets (>100TB to petabyte scale and beyond).
*Expertise in programming in C/C++, MATLAB, Bash.
*Expertise in databases, data infrastructure, data governance.
*Expertise in high performance computing using SLURM or LSF.
*Experience with PyTorch, JAX, or Tensorflow.
*Experience with NVIDIA CUDA and related OpenMP programming.
*Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure, etc.).
*Experience with state of the art AI/ML architectures (vison transformers, diffusion models, etc.).
*Experience supervising and mentoring undergraduate/graduate students, and/or technicians.
*Ability to effectively communicate, participate in efficient and open collaboration, and engage with a diverse group of researchers.
*The ideal candidate will be innovative and able to synergize various ideas and approaches, while exercising sound judgment to evaluate and take acceptable risks.
*Expertise in leading teams in executing machine learning projects, as evidenced by last author peer-reviewed publications within their scientific discipline.
*Readiness to scale efforts and grow with the expanding scope of the project, including building and managing a team and facilitating collaborations.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Research Statement - Please discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans. This can include, for example, your publication record, awards, presentations, inclusive research practices that promote the excellence of your research, and areas for future research.
Reference requirements
- 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link:
JPF05214
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Job location
Berkeley, CA
Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.
In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.
Givaudan's Flavors Science & Technology department is looking for a Molecular Pharmacologist to join our versatile team and promote the latest flavor ingredient discovery. You will use your knowledge in molecular biology, receptor pharmacology, and advanced biological assay techniques to support flavor ingredient discovery from screening through lead optimization. Working with cheminformatics, chemistry, natural products, and sensory teams, you will help solve important challenges in taste modulation through rigorous, data-driven science.
Title:Molecular Pharmacologist
Department:Givaudan Flavors Science & Technology
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Reporting To:Flavors Science & Technology Leadership
Responsibilities
Provide insight and lead in vitro biology assay development to support flavor ingredient discovery programs, from screening to lead optimization
Guide in vitro biology strategies for exploratory and early-stage discovery efforts
Manage experimental design, development, and implementation of cell-based assays for small molecule discovery projects
Apply advanced biological assay techniques to discover and develop novel flavor ingredients
Oversee review, analysis, and interpretation of in vitro data
Translate experimental results to improve understanding of taste and olfaction and elucidate how receptor-active substances modulate sensory endpoints.
Collaborate with researchers in cheminformatics, chemistry, natural products, and sensory teams
Collaborate with functional experts toidentifynovel research approaches supporting long-term strategic targets
Build andfacilitatecollaborations with academic partners, CROs, universities, and the broader Givaudan scientific network
Mentor junior scientists in developing skills essential for rigorous research execution
Present research findings through peer-reviewed publications, scientific meetings (talks and posters), and internal presentations
Represent research programs to Givaudan leadership
Ensure all research and discovery activities meet the highest quality, ethical, regulatory, QC, and compliance standards
Your Professional Profile Includes
PhD in Molecular Pharmacology
2-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries; alternatively, 2-3 years of postdoctoral research focused on GPCRs
In-depth knowledge of receptor pharmacology with practical experience working with GPCRs
3+ years of experience with cell-based techniques including Fluorescence Imaging, HTRF,NanoBRET, Tag-Lite, andAlphaScreen
Expertisein the development of in vitro biological assays supporting small-molecule discovery programs
Experience using AlphaFold and Cryo-EM 3D structural models to interrogate GPCRpharmacology ishighly desirable
Demonstrated scientific rigor in critically reviewing data and independently formulating and testing novel scientific hypotheses
Demonstrate a scientific approach grounded in creativity and data-driven decision-making.
Communicate complex scientific concepts to team members.
Experience managing external studies at CROs or universities (desirable)
Compensation and Benefits
The established salary range for this position is $96,000-$130,000. Actual compensation will depend on individual qualifications. Medical, dental, and vision coverage and a high-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.
Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL)
Waunakee, WI | On-site | Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing
Make an impact in life-saving biologics.
Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL) is a global leader in biologics manufacturing, supporting the production of critical therapies that improve and save lives worldwide. As we continue to expand our biologics capabilities, we’re seeking an Operations On-Site QA Specialist to join our team.
Schedule: 3rd shift, 4:00 pm-4:00 am, (3 nights on/2nights off, 2 nights on/3 nights off)
What You’ll Do
- Under minimal supervision from senior team members, execute written procedures associated with on-site Quality Assurance responsibilities focusing on on-site inspection of manufacturing and testing operations.
- Conducts on the floor reviews of all manufacturing and testing operations.
- Performs verifications required to support manufacturing and testing documentation (including but not limited to batch records, cleaning records, logbooks, and test methods).
- Assists all departments in the identification and evaluation of facility events.
- Performs on-the-floor reviews of executed batch records.
- Assists in the organization and/or the establishment/maintenance of relevant procedures/documents.
- Assists in audits where necessary
- Supports the document control team in issuing records as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned
What You Bring
Position will be filled up to the Lead level and determined at discretion of the hiring manager.
Specialist
- Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree or above in a Scientific discipline
- Experience: Required 2+ years. Preferred: 5+ years.
Senior
- Education:
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree or above in a Scientific discipline
- Experience: Required: 5+ years. Preferred: 7+ years.
Lead
- Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree or above in a Scientific discipline
- Experience: Required: 7+ years. Preferred: 10+ years.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Why Join SPL?
- Meaningful work supporting life-saving biologics and therapies used worldwide
- Competitive compensation package including base salary and recognition programs
- 401(k) with company match to support your long-term financial goals
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Career development and leadership growth opportunities within a global biologics organization
- Collaborative, science-driven culture that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
- High quality of life in Waunakee, WI! A growing community just outside Madison with excellent schools and outdoor recreation
SPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.
- With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient’s condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician’s orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse’s Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility
- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.
- Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
SUPERVISION:
- Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
- Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
- Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
- Good communication skills – verbal and written.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.
- With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient’s condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician’s orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse’s Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility
- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.
- Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
SUPERVISION:
- Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)
- Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
- Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.
- Good communication skills – verbal and written.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
Duration: 9+ Months
Location: Oceanside, CA 92056
Description
The employer is seeking a Sr. Research Associate I with hands-on experience in protein purification process development and process characterization. This role supports Process Development activities and contributes to biologics development projects in a collaborative, laboratory-based environment.
Essential Duties and Job Functions
- Plan and execute assigned on-site experiments in support of Process Development activities and project goals.
- Select appropriate experimental methods and techniques based on project requirements.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data, evaluate data quality, and identify anomalous results.
- Recommend alternative approaches, research new methods and techniques, and proactively consult senior team members to resolve technical challenges.
- Participate in group meetings and present experimental results, data interpretation, and conclusions.
- Demonstrate strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly explain experimental processes and outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with a team-oriented, problem-solving mindset.
- Consistently follow safety practices; ability to work with highly potent compounds upon appropriate training.
Knowledge, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- Prior experience in biologics purification, with emphasis on conjugation, tangential flow filtration (UF/DF), and filtration.
- Experience with analytical techniques such as SEC/HPLC, capillary electrophoresis (reducing/non-reducing), and HCP testing is beneficial but not required.
- Knowledge of cGMPs, technology transfer, and bioprocess scale-up.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams.
- Working knowledge of downstream process development, including centrifugation, normal and tangential flow filtration, chromatography operations, and virus clearance, with hands-on experience in several areas expected.
- Experience with multiple biologic modalities (e.g., monoclonal antibodies, bispecifics, fusion proteins, antibody-drug conjugates, virus particles) and expression systems (microbial and mammalian) is a plus.
- Ability to design and execute purification experiments with increasing independence to support process definition, optimization, and characterization.
- Collaborate with Technical Operations during technology transfer from process development to GMP manufacturing, including on-floor support, troubleshooting, and identification of process and equipment improvements.
- Contribute to regulatory filings, process validation, and characterization reports.
- Self-motivated, well-organized, and intellectually curious, with interest in scientific literature and conferences.
Basic Qualifications
- BS degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR
- MS degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 0+ years of relevant experience