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Staff Scientist (0716411) Job
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| Employer Name: Vistakon |
SpiderID: 2250671 |
| Location: Jacksonville, Florida |
Date Posted: 6/2/2008 |
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Category: Biotech |
| Job Code: 0716411 |
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| Number Of Openings: 1 |
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Job Description:
VISTAKON®, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. manufactures ACUVUE® brand contact lenses-the world’s first soft disposable contact lens. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, VISTAKON®, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, is a worldwide company with operations in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Europe/Middle East/Africa regions.
Research, innovation and new-product development are the focus of our organization. Since we introduced soft disposable contact lenses in 1988, no other manufacturer has matched the aggressive expansion of our wide-ranging ACUVUE® family of products.
Our associates around the world are committed to expanding the ACUVUE® brand, and fortifying our position as the worldwide leader in the contact lens industry.
To assist us with the growth of our Vision Care business, we are seeking a Staff Scientist. Responsibilities include:
§ Develop validated analytical methods that meet accepted industry standards within a timeframe identified by the project team.
§ Support the project team by conducting assays until methods can be validated and transferred for routine analysis.
§ Must be able to keep excellent records since these documents may be used to support new product submissions to regulatory agencies.
§ Work with universities and outside contract labs to develop methods or characterize materials when requirements exceed internal resources.
§ Actively participate as a member of the project team by accurately communicating assay development status and acting as a liaison to services provided by the Analytical Chemistry group.
Excellent documentation practices of all work so that learnings are transferred to others, along with effective verbal and written communication to teams and organization is required.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of a Ph.D. or MS degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or related sciences with a strong background in organic chemistry and 3 plus years of experience in developing analytical methods for the pharmaceutical and/or medical device industry.
Must have experience in writing analytical method validation and transfer protocols that meet ICH, ISO, and cGMP guidance documents.
Experience in providing analytical chemistry documentation in support of 510k, PMA, PAI, IND, and NDA submissions to the FDA and international regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated expertise in developing methods using HPLC, GC, Mass Spectrocopy, and other modern analytical techniques.
Knowledge of statistical methods of analysis, and experimental design is required.
Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) such as LabWare is an advantage.
Ability to coordinate lab personnel and instrumentation to maximize laboratory efficiency.
Experience with providing analytical support to formulation projects.
Experience with active pharmaceutical ingredient or drug product characterization is an advantage.
Must be able to manage R&D contractors and third party laboratories
TO APPLY:
http://www.jnj.com/careers/global/index.htm
Once at the site, locate the box in the upper right-hand corner that says "QuickConnect". Select 1: check the radio button that says "Professional". Type the number 0716411 in the text box that says "requisition number" and click on "Go". Scroll down and you will find the opportunity. Click on the "job title" link to view the job description details. Click "Bid on this Job". Follow the step by step instructions to create or modify your profile AND answer the job-specific questions
Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 3
Education Required: Masters
Overnight Travel: Less Than 25%
Vacation Time: 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Relocation Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Casual Dress, Company Cafeteria
Company Profile:
VISTAKON®, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. manufactures ACUVUE® brand contact lenses-the world’s first soft disposable contact lens. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, VISTAKON®, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, is a worldwide company with operations in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and Europe/Middle East/Africa regions.
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Erin Barraco |
Company Type: Employer |
| Company: Johnson & Johnson Recruiting |
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| City: Jacksonville |
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| State: Florida |
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