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style='mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt'>We are seeking an experienced manager to lead
a team of 10 – 13 scientists in the development and execution of assays for the
evaluation of samples collected during clinical studies.<span
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The candidate will interact closely with the
clinical department to assess the assay requirements for different clinical
programs, and will report issues that may affect results and timelines.<span
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This individual will actively participate in
the design and development of appropriate clinical assays, and the adaptation
of assays developed in the research and development departments for use by the
clinical testing laboratory.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>In
addition, he/she will oversee the operations of the clinical testing laboratory
which is responsible for the receipt, distribution, and analysis of clinical
samples, and data reporting to the clinical department.<span
style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The selected candidate will be a proven
leader capable of interacting productively with members of the clinical, research,
development, and regulatory staff with the goal of generating clinical
laboratory data of the highest quality.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">
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Pharmacology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related
discipline.</p>
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<span style='mso-tab-count:1'> </span>At least 3 years of experience in the
evaluation of clinical samples (serum, saliva, genital tract secretions, etc.).
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<span style='mso-tab-count:1'> </span>Previous experience designing and
developing pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic assays, primarily for antibody
and polypeptide drugs is required. </p>
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<span style='mso-tab-count:1'> </span>Demonstrated expertise with
state-of-the-art techniques for the detection and quantitation of antibodies
and bioactive polypeptides in clinical samples is also required.<span
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<span style='mso-tab-count:1'> </span>Some familiarity with current molecular
biology techniques and FACS-based assays is desired.<span style="mso-spacerun:
yes"> </span></p>
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<span style='mso-tab-count:1'> </span>Excellent oral and written communication
skills are a must.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face=Times><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><span
style='mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt'>Our client has therapeutics and vaccines in
the market and a strong pipeline of products in various stages of development
and clinical trials.</span></span></font><font size=1><span style='font-size:
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face=Times><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><span
style='mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt'>If you have an interest in this or other
opportunities, please email your resume as an attached file to the attention of
Ann G. Rathbun, Managing Director.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>If
necessary, send by FAX or surface mail.</span></span></font><font size=1><span
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