Are you looking to advance your career with a dynamic company that rewards innovation and teamwork? If your qualifications and experience can help us achieve our mission, then we encourage you to consider a career with the Infectious Disease Research Institute.
Qualified candidates should forward their resume and/or cv with a cover letter in Word format to: office@idri.org. You can also fill out our online application form or download our application form, fill it out, and send to us by fax or email.
IDRI offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Senior Vice-President
Research and Development
Posted: July 22, 2008
IDRI is currently recruiting a
Senior Vice President of Research and Development to lead our research and development efforts across all of our scientific activities and divisions.
Position: Oversee major functions and activities within the area of research and development. Assist in developing overall organizational structure and strategy, and have direct managerial responsibilities for research and development. Report to CEO. Work closely with Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board. Key member of senior management team.
Qualifications:
• PhD or MD degree with demonstrated management experience.
• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience.
• Must have a strong results driven personality, high level of enthusiasm and energy, and an ability to demonstrate flexibility and integrity.
• Must possess outstanding scientific, interpersonal, public speaking and communication skills. The ideal candidate must be self-confident and comfortable in the public arena and be willing to travel.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Work closely with organizational leaders and IDRI’s board of directors and scientific advisory board to provide scientific leadership and vision to IDRI, and to maintain and increase our organization’s reputation in the various communities in which we work – scientific, global health, biotech, and others, at local, national and international levels.
• Ensure commitments to current funders are achieved and expand funding base as needed.
• Oversee the scientific programs and staff, work with management team on institutional strategy, business plan and business operations.
• Establish and continue to develop scientific strategy to support the key goals of the organization, continued organizational growth and stability, and best scientific practices in the execution of IDRI programs.
• Direct professional and personal development of scientific staff members at all levels.
• Engage directly in scientific research and development, including reviewing study reports, protocols, experimental data, lab work, and clinical and regulatory documents.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
• World-class experience in biotechnology immunology. Exposure to or expertise in vaccinology, drug discovery and/or diagnostic development preferred.
• Flexible, professional, team oriented and capable of motivating personnel, effecting change and working across departments are essential.
• Experience in preparing, implementing, managing, and analyzing scientific data.
• Experience writing original scientific documents and grants.
• Experience in business development and licensing contracts preferred.
• Strong communication and presentations skills.
Qualified candidates should forward a resume and cover letter including a statement of interest, salary requirement, availability and experience in Word format to Julie at
jyoussef@idri.org.
Research Associate
Formulation / Process Development
Job # 2008/23
Posted: November 17, 2008
IDRI is currently staffing a group for the production and release of vaccine components for use as clinical materials in early stage clinical trials and are seeking an experienced professional to join these efforts.
General Description: Responsible for preparation and analysis of formulations including biologically active antigens, adjuvants and delivery systems for use in the development of vaccines against infectious diseases. A strong interest in analytical and biophysical characterization methods including spectroscopic, microscopic, calorimetric, and chromatographic techniques is essential. Experience with organic/synthetic chemistry, molecular biochemistry, cell cultures, bioanalytics and immunoassays are also desirable. May also design and perform analytical activities supporting new method development projects, actively contributing to the development and implementation of project plans, strategies and team decisions. Ensures that all job responsibilities are performed with great care and attention, documented accurately and timely, and in compliance with IDRI SOPs.
Qualifications:
• A BS/BA, or equivalent, preferably in a chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioengineering or chemical engineering and two to five years of experience in a regulated laboratory environment, including time in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology position.
• Experience in designing experiments, acquiring and interpreting data taken on analytical instruments such as spectrometers (infra-red, fluorescence, Raman, UV-vis, Mass Spec), calorimetric systems (differential scanning calorimetry, isothermal titration calorimetry) and using chromatography to measure molecular structure, concentration, stability and interactions.
• Familiarity with microscopic and microspectral techniques such as confocal fluorescence/Raman, scanning and transmission electron microscopy for imaging particles, suspensions and cell systems.
• Interest in contributing to a team effort producing and studying oil in water emulsions, liposomes, niosomes, or other colloid systems; lyophilization, toll-like receptor signaling.
• Biophysical and biochemical characterization of complex molecular mixtures leading to validation of methods for transfer to QA/QC. Appropriate use of mathematics, statistics and chemometrics to permit quantitative analysis and arrive at robust conclusions based upon data.
• Ability to develop new analytical methods including demonstrated creative thinking and analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough applied knowledge of analytical methodology of routine and non-routine samples, analytical procedures and ability and skill in analytical techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office and file management.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Performs testing of routine and research samples (e.g., raw materials, stability) using established methods and performs testing of non-routine samples (e.g., validation protocol, customer complaints) using established methods. Thoroughly completes all appropriate documentation including lab notebooks and raw data printouts.
• Perform manufacture of emulsions using high pressure microfluidizing equipment.
• Operation of Agilent 1100 and 1200 chromatography instruments.
• Characterization of samples using UV spectrophotometry, FTIR, DSC, ITC, MS, Raman spectroscopy, Zetapotential, and Particle sizing.
• Demonstrate ability for critical thinking; enjoys working in the laboratory and with people!
Qualified applicants should submit an electronic copy of 1) letter of interest 2) current curriculum vitae to Attn: Human Resources, Job Code # 2008/23, at the address below.
Clinical Research Associate
Job #2008-17
Posted: August 12, 2008
We are seeking a Clinical Research Associate to support our growing efforts in clinical development of vaccine candidates in the United States, Peru, Brazil, Venezuela, India and other countries.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and monitor clinical trials, both directly and through work with contract research organizations (CROs).
• Travel to clinical trial sites for training of site personnel and to ensure trials are conducted in compliance with pertinent regulatory or other requirements and in accordance with scientific standards and ethical and professional values.
• Assist in writing clinical trial protocols, field trial SOPs and study reports, preparing IRB submissions and regulatory documents, developing and finalizing case report forms.
• Collaborate closely with other clinical development team members and immunology laboratory personnel.
• Collaborate closely with data management team and oversee study site reconciliation of data queries.
Qualifications:
• BS, RN or MS in a life science or medical discipline.
• Two (2) to five (5) years of CRA experience in a clinical research setting.
• CCRA certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Advanced knowledge and competence in use of MS Office [Word, Excel, Project Manager and PowerPoint] and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH and GCP guidelines.
• Able to travel as required by projects (10-25% time; US and international).
• Highly developed organizational skills and ability to work with close attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and clinical site personnel.
• Competence in Spanish preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of medical/scientific terminology.
• Knowledge of MS Visual Sourcesafe and DataFax preferred.
• Experience with international shipping regulations and logistics preferred.
• Willing to perform wide range of duties in a small organization on an independent level and as a team player.
Immunology
Postdoctoral Scientists
Job #2008-20
Posted: November 17, 2008
Fully supported postdoctoral positions are also available in the Adjuvant Development Program. The successful candidate will be involved in characterizing functionality of immune cells. Previous experience in human immunology or multiparametric flow cytometry is a must. Excellent organizational and communication skills are required.
Qualifications:
• A PhD in a biological discipline and a minimum of 2 years of related laboratory experience.
• Experience in microbiology and/or infectious diseases.
• Experience and skills in human immunology or multiparametric flow cytometry.
• Experience working under Biosafety Level 3 (BL3) conditions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office and scientific data/graphics programs.
• Must be self-motivated, organized and be able to work within a team.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Responsible for performing research and experiments for scientific projects, in collaboration with others.
• Records procedures, outcomes and observations in lab notebook following established guidelines.
• Utilize established mathematical and scientific techniques to compile and analyze data. Monitor laboratory supply inventories and work with purchasing to ensure available stock for group or area.
• Presents research at group meetings.
• Communicate with research management on a regular basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Work under general supervision.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Able to use limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Able to perform multiple scientific protocols and procedures under direction.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to work with co-workers and outside agencies professionally and tactfully.
• Possess a work ethic that includes neatness, punctuality, and accuracy.
Tuberculosis Drug Discovery
Synthetic Chemistry Postdoctoral Scientist
Posted: November 17, 2008
Job code #2008/24
IDRI is currently seeking a Synthetic Organic Chemist at the postdoctoral scientist level.
The successful candidate will conduct research towards the development of adjuvants and other immune modulating agents for use in vaccine development. The research involves design, synthesis, purification and characterization of molecules.
Qualified candidates must hold a Ph.D. in chemistry with broad experience in synthetic organic chemistry and the ability to work independently but also participate in team efforts. Prior experience with lipid and/or carbohydrate chemistry is desirable. Excellent communication skills and scientific creativity are essential.
Qualified applicants should submit an electronic copy of 1) letter of interest 2) current curriculum vitae to Human Resources, attn: Job Code #2008/24, at the address below.
Contracts Administrator / Legal Assistant
Posted: November 17, 2008
Job code #2008/22
IDRI is currently looking for a Contracts Administrator to join the legal team.
Description: Administers, coordinates, and tracks contracts and patent portfolio. Follows agreements from initiation to completion. Collaborates with legal team. Prepares agreements and initiates contact with outside parties. Processes contract renewals and on-going contractual obligations. Pro-actively works to track agreements and to remind internal and outside parties of various obligations. Works closely with attorneys and scientists. Attends meetings.
Preferred Skills & Experience: Requires BA/BS and 2 or more years of contracts administration experience, preferably in a bio-tech / scientific research setting. Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize, and work in a team environment is essential. Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. Ability to interact with all levels of staff. Attention to detail required. Must possess a basic understanding of contracts law. Understanding of patents highly desirable.
Qualified candidates should forward a cover letter and resume in Word form to Human Resources, attn: Job Code #2008/22, to the address below.
Malaria
Research Assistant
Posted: November 17, 2008
Job code #2008/25
IDRI is currently seeking a motivated scientific professional to join our immunology group, with a particular focus on preclinical studies related to infectious disease models and vaccine adjuvants.
Qualifications:
• A BS/BA, or equivalent in a scientific discipline and a minimum of 1-3 years of related laboratory experience.
• Experience and skills with tissue culture, in vivo models and/or cellular immunology
• Extensive working knowledge of flow cytometry
• Proficiency in MS Office and scientific data/graphics programs.
• Must be self-motivated, organized and be able to work on teams.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Perform tissue culture, ELISA, flow cytometry, and other immunological assays.
• Utilize established mathematical programs and scientific techniques to compile and analyze data.
• Responsible for performing research for scientific projects, in collaboration with others.
• Records procedures, outcomes and observations in lab notebook following established guidelines.
• Monitor laboratory supply inventories and work with purchasing to ensure available stock for group or area.
• Presents research at group meetings.
• Communicate with research management on a regular basis. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Work in a team under general supervision.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Able to use limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Able to perform multiple scientific protocols and procedures under direction.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to work with co-workers and outside agencies professionally and tactfully.
• Possess a work ethic that includes neatness, punctuality, and accuracy.
Qualified candidates should forward a resume and cover letter including a statement of interest, salary requirement, availability and experience in Word format to Human Resources, attn: Job Code #2008/25 at the address below.