March/April 2008

Candidate Available Bulletin

 

Meredith Dow is now a Senior Partner with Proven Inc.’s Scientific Practice.  We are pleased to attach the latest copy of our SCIENTIFIC “Candidate Available Bulletin” for your review. 

 At PROVEN, our goal is to provide on demand delivery of the best and brightest talent in specialized, functional areas. 

Talent that positively impacts a brand.  Talent that creates additional value for shareholders, managers and employees.  Talent that drives revenue and increases profitability.

 Each of our practice areas is staffed by experienced professionals (we have an average of 10 years) that have worked in the business areas they represent. 

Our Scientific Team includes former Biochemists, Microbiologists and Molecular Biologists which gives us a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges faced by scientific leaders.  In the competitive war for talent, this specific knowledge gives our clients a significant competitive advantage.

 PROVEN represents candidates looking for full time, consulting and contract opportunities.  If any of the attached is of interest or if you have any other positions requiring assistance, or if you wish to discuss – at no obligation – any professional staffing situation, please do not hesitate to contact me.

 

Sincerely,

Meredith R. Dow 

Meredith R. Dow

Senior Partner

Proven Inc.

858-412-1116 Office

858-412-1100 Fax

619 892 7330 Cell

mdow@proveninc.com

 

15927   Director, Analytical Development/Quality Systems

This candidate has extensive management experience within the pharmaceutical and biotechnical industries.  He has expertise in the areas of Analytical R&D, Method Development and Validation, QA and QC as well as GMP Compliance. Has been responsible for the drug development process from analysis method development and method transfer to oversight of numerous contract analytical and manufacturing facilities and GMP audit.  This candidate also has experience preparing NDA’s and hosting FDA pre-approval and routine inspections.   Solid leadership skills with a passion for his field—this candidate is impressive. BS Chemistry; MS Biochemistry.

 

14998   Quality Assurance Specialist/Supervisor

Expertise in Quality Assurance including Document Control, Customer Complaint Systems, Internal Audits, Non-Conformance Materials, Out of Specifications, Receiving Inspection and Final Product Release, and Retain and Stability Program.  Was responsible for spear heading and running a complaints department, where he supervised up to 14 direct reports.  This candidate is looking for an opportunity to develop and manage a quality system.  Available to interview and start work immediately. 

 

15931   Laboratory Assistant/GlassWash

Over 4 years of experience supporting lab operations within cage washer roles.  While in these positions he was responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing the cage wash machine, washing and autoclaving instrumentation and glassware, conducting water temperature checks and conducted inventory checks and re-stocking.  He left the cage wash role, due to his growing sensitivity to animal euthanization.  Looking for a full time, stable position within the biotech industry.  Available to interview and start work immediately.

 

12461   Analytical Chemist

BS in Chemistry with several years of analytical method development experience.  Supports pharmaceutical development using various methods of chromatography and instrumentation.  Has experience developing, optimizing and validating analytical test methods for drug products and their intermediates, writing analytical method validation protocols and reports, write development and other technical reports including SOPs, and training of junior chemists. 

 

14516   Analytical Chemist

BS Biochemistry with over 7 years of pharmaceutical and peptide analysis experience.  Responsible for analytical support of projects from early feasibility through late phase II, performing HPLC method development, validation and transfer, routine analysis of raw material, in-process and finished product, review and documentation of analytical data and training of junior chemists.  Proficient in use of Agilent, Waters, Gilson, Perkin-Elmer and Alliance HPLC systems. Available to interview immediately and can start work with short notice.

           

12327   Quality Control Analyst/Microbiology

BS in Cell and Molecular Biology with 3+ years QC Microbiology experience.  Responsible for environmental monitoring, performing compendial microbiological and chemical analysis and microbial ID.  This candidate has been recognized as a subject matter expert for the sterility test method, Bioburden assay and Product Endotoxin assay using LAL.  Has experience using the EDMS system to update, review, create and route test methods and SOP’s.  Proficient with the use of Vitek/Api and Biolog.  Available to interview immediately and can start work with 2 weeks’ notice.

 

15368   Clinical Supplies Inventory Manager

This candidate has several years of directly applicable experience as a Clinical Supplies Manager.   Expertise lies in the areas of raw materials management, batch record reviews for fills and clinical supplies labeling, experience encompassing all warehouse functions, including the management of multi-million dollar pharmaceutical inventories.  Has handled multiple FDA inspections of his area of responsibility without negative comment. He is an extremely well organized individual who enjoys a challenge. 

 

14520   Research Associate/Molecular Biology and Genetics

MS Molecular This candidate has experience with cloning and construction of recombinant phagemids using restriction enzyme, PCR, large scale and mini-preparation of plasmids, isolation and purification of DNA fragments, gel electrophoresis and blotting, mammalian and plant cell culture and solid GMP documentation skills.  In her most current research she was involved with determining the molecular and cellular mechanisms of mitochondrial nutrients on aging, stress, and age-/stress-associated degenerative diseases with a focus on oxidative stress and mitochondrial metabolism using animal models.  Available to interview immediately and can start work with short notice.

           

14577   Quality Control Manager

PhD in Chemistry with several years of experience in pharmaceutical analytical laboratories including methods development and validation, product development and research.  Has solid experience establishing cGMP Quality Systems and in managing the QC laboratory—directly involved in cGMP compliance and regulatory inspections. Scope of responsibilities include: supporting chemical and microbiological testing of pharmaceutical product, reviewing data, SOPs, test methods , validations and deviation/OOS reports, overseeing the transfer of test methods, writing and revising SOPs and internal/eternal auditing.  Superb verbal and written communication skills.  Has a successful track record in managing several direct reports at the BS to MS level.  

 

14579  Scientist, Microarray/Gene Expression

MS in Molecular Biology with over 15 years of experience in the biotechnical and immunodiagnostic industries.  Her most current experience involves microarray (Genechip)- Gene Expression by RNA Analysis using high-density oligonucleotide chips based on Affymetrix Platform.  Additional experience includes: DNA analysis for Comparative Genomic Hybridization (CGH) and Hybridization of Chromatin, MicroRNA (miRNA)- Expression Analysis, cloning of eukaryotic DNA into plasmids using Recombinant DNA Techniques, plasmid DNA vector expression,  PCR methodologies and hybridization and purification of DNA.   Has laboratory management experience; responsible for several direct reports while handling lab logistics/operations.  Excellent organizational and communication skills.  Available to interview immediately and can start work with 2 weeks’ notice.