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Customer Support Consultant UK

2008-10-14 17:46:36

Title: Customer Support Consultant UK
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Noord-Holland - The Netherlands
Languages: English
Posted: 14th Oct 2008

Our client - an international company that specialises in products for the pet health industry is currently seeking a native or fluent English speaking Customer Support Consultant to join their team.

Main Tasks
. Provide support to customers with inquiries regarding account information, products and services.
. Focus on identifying issues using troubleshooting techniques. Make empowered decisions and work
to provide resolution quickly and efficiently.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

. Provide quality customer and follow-up support by answering questions posed by both internal and
external customers.
. Provide support for processing orders, and answering customer questions related to accounts,
products, and services.
. Work within all the standard operating procedures, work instructions and policies.
. Document customer transactions in a computer based tracking system SAP.
. Work to support call center phone metrics.
. Identify opportunities to educate customers on proper usage and functionality of the products.
. Responsible for handling difficult customer situations turning them into a positive customer
experience.
. Responsible for seeking assistance on difficult customer issues when necessary.
. Support an expanding base of veterinary products.
. Responsible for balancing customers needs with corporate objectives and policies.
. Responsible for following established guidelines and appropriate communication of issues regarding
products and services.
. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
. Has to have a scientific / biological or medical degree or experience in one of these areas.
. Has to be a native or very fluent English speaker.
. 1-2 years of experience in customer service in a fast-paced, business environment.
. Experience in a customer service and/or technically related field preferred.

. Excellent customer service skills which support the company\'s mission and value statement.
. Ability to handle difficult customer situations and seek assistance on difficult situations.
. Strong verbal and written communications.
. Ability to effectively function in a team environment and support teammates by being flexible and
presenting a positive attitude.
. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
. Must be organized and detail-oriented.
. Ability to multi task effectively.
. Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office. Understanding of SAP and Antrim preferred.
. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
. Ability to balance common sense budget management with corporate objectives when offering free
products and services.
. Proven follow up skills.
. Exhibits a high level of drive and determination and shows initiative.
. Ability to listen to and comprehend information and feedback.
. Decision making and problem solving skills.
. Strong mathematical skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole
numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent and to calculate
discounts.
. Understand general statistical and analytical techniques.
. Ability to use and demonstrate an understanding of the technology used in the products that the
group supports as well as that of our competitors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
. Extensive phone and computer use.
. Some travel.

Russian speaking Technical Translators- In House

2008-10-14 16:38:35

Title: Russian speaking Technical Translators- In House
Salary: �28 per hour
Location: London, United Kingdom
Languages: Russian
Posted: 14th Oct 2008

RUSSIAN TECHNICAL TRANSLATOR/INTERPRETER (OIL/GAS/HEAVY IND.)- �28 per hour! LONDON
In-house, full-time translators with Russian to mother-tongue standard required for in-house position.
Initial temp contract of three months, with a view to ongoing placement.

REQUIREMENTS
To assist in the in-house translation of priority documents (to include technical documents, drawings etc.) and correspondence, proofing of translated documents, and interpreting as needed.

Qualified/experienced translator/interpreter
Ideally 3-5 years experience
Experience in the Oil & Gas Industry
Strong Administrative skills, well organised, works well under pressure, experience in using MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)

Hourly rate including holiday pay �28.

APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM INDIVIDUALS
WHO ARE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM <<<
Should your skills and qualifications be suitable for the position applied for (or similar positions), we will contact you as soon as possible. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. In the event there are no positions that match your skills and qualifications currently available, we may hold your details on our database and contact you in the future should a suitable vacancy arise.

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English, Customer Support, with a Sciences background ? Apply now !

2008-10-14 07:24:24

Title: English, Customer Support, with a Sciences background ? Apply now !
Salary: 25000-30000
Location: Noord-Holland - The Netherlands
Languages: English
Posted: 14th Oct 2008

The company is an international, informal, yet professional workplace, aiming to deliver advice, products and service to their Clients within the Science field.

Are you. . . an English speaker ? Do you. . . have experience as a Customer Support Professional ? Do you . . . have affinities with Sciences or Biology ? Then read further !

Job Summary
In your role, you will be providing support to customers with inquiries regarding account information, products and services. You will be focusing on identifying issues using troubleshooting techniques.

Responsibilities :
You will be assigned to support clients on a new product. Among a wide range of responsibilities, some of your tasks will include:
- Provide positive customer experience
- Provide support for processing orders,
- Answering customer questions related to accounts, products, and services.
- Document customer transactions in a computer based tracking system (SAP)
- Make empowered decisions and work together with a team of well skilled professionals providing quick and efficient resolution.

Skills and Qualifications:
- Fluent level of English
- 2+ years of experience in customer service in a fast-paced, business environment.
- Experience in a customer service and/or technically related field preferred.
- A science background is a plus
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong verbal and written communications.
- Ability to effectively function in a team environment
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Must be organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate.
- Shows initiative.
- Ability to listen to and comprehend information and feedback.
- Decision making and problem solving skills.

Salary and Benefits
- continuous training and challenging role
- basic salary 2000-2100 per month
- secondary benefits (traval allowance, contribution to pension, holidays, 8% holiday money, etc)

Contact :
Please send your CV using the link below.
Please do not hesitate to contact Jihane Biotteau for additional advice or information

French Speaking Pharmaceutical Team Leader

2008-10-13 13:23:54

Title: French Speaking Pharmaceutical Team Leader
Salary: �40,000 pa
Location: Dublin - Ireland
Languages: English, French
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Team Leader in Pharmaceutical Co D18 Fluent French and Flemish �40K
Team Leader in Pharmaceutical Co D18 Fluent French and Flemish - �40K

Ref: SOB45639

Location: Dublin 18

Salary: � 40K

Type: Perm

What�s in it for you:

This international healthcare company based in Dublin 18 are offering an excellent opportunity to join their expanding multi lingual team as a customer service team leader
Offering an excellent product line that includes medical devices, imaging solutions, pharmaceutical and medical supplies, while serving healthcare needs in hospitals, long-term care and alternate care facilities, doctors' offices and in the home.. You will use your Flemish and French to motivate, train and develop your team to deliver a high level of customer service.

What your role will be:
� Evaluate the day to day staffing needs of your team
� Represent your department in meetings
� Constantly improve productivity though using best practices
� Compile and manage daily/weekly/monthly reports
What you will bring to this role:

� 4 years customer service experience
� 2 years experience in a multi lingual customer service environment
� Excellent pc skills
� Previous supervisory experience is a must
Don't miss out on this opportunity with this highly desired employer - Apply Today!!

We also recruit for the following sectors: Customer Service, Sales, Office Support, Retail and Temp

If you are interested in this position please send your cv via the link for an immediate response.

Linguistic Specialist Swedish speaking (temporary, 0,5 FTE)

2008-10-13 10:48:36

Title: Linguistic Specialist Swedish speaking (temporary, 0,5 FTE)
Salary: 10+ Per Hour
Location: Limburg - The Netherlands
Languages: English, Spanish
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Company description
International organisation.

Job description
As a Linguistic Specialist you will contribute to the development of all product related literature and software in compliance with regulatory and company standards. This literature includes patient and system reference manuals, help screens, labels, software, presentations, DVDs, press releases etc. You will be responsible for the coordination of the localization process as well as for review and translation of those materials into Slovak in accordance with customer needs and quality demands. Serving the company\'s Business Units all over the world, the department plays a key role in the multinational organization.

You will select and maintain a database of qualified freelance translators and organize optimal communication with project coordinators, proofreaders, translators and others. You perform a full check of the translations done by external translators and monitor correct implementation of all changes. Finally, you will translate small revisions during the life cycle of a project.
The company offers a dynamic, informal and international environment with a high level of individual freedom and responsibility. You will be in a position to benefit from product and process training, personalized growth and development programs, full team support, flexible working hours, and more.

Requirements
You are a native or near-native Swedish speaker with a degree in linguistics, translation or equivalent and an excellent command of English, both in speech and writing. Native or near-native skills in a second Central or Eastern European language are a definite plus. This concerns a temporary project until May 2009. This is a part-time position for 0,5 FTE.
As a dedicated communicator with a desire for perfection you adhere to a strict use of internal procedures in compliance with ISO 9000 standards. Of course you dispose of good project planning skills and knowledge of computer aided publishing and translation technology. Good communication skills make you an unambiguous and customer friendly communicator.

Salary indication
Negotiable, depending on experience.

Selection procedure
If you are interested in this vacancy, you can apply below. Your application will be sent directly to the recruiter in charge.

IMPORTANT: if you are not yet registered with Undutchables we kindly ask you to do so. Please register yourself by filling in your personal details and attaching your CV on http://flexweb.undutchables.nl/.

Your information will be handled in the strictest confidence and your CV will not be sent to a company unless you have given prior permission.

We will invite you for an extensive interview, as soon as any potential job opportunities arise. We will advise you on issues regarding employment in the Netherlands. Then, if possible, we will introduce you to a prospective company and provide support during the selection procedure.

Bezoek http://www.undutchables.nl/?herkomst=toplanguagejobs voor meer informatie over deze vacature.

Linguistic Specialist Spanish speaking (temporary) GD

2008-10-13 09:39:12

Title: Linguistic Specialist Spanish speaking (temporary) GD
Salary: 10+ Per Hour
Location: Limburg - The Netherlands
Languages: English, Spanish
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Company description
International organisation.

Job description
As a Linguistic Specialist you will contribute to the development of all product related literature and software in compliance with regulatory and company standards. This literature includes patient and system reference manuals, help screens, labels, software, presentations, DVDs, press releases etc. You will be responsible for the coordination of the localization process as well as for review and translation of those materials into Slovak in accordance with customer needs and quality demands. Serving the company\'s Business Units all over the world, the department plays a key role in the multinational organization.

You will select and maintain a database of qualified freelance translators and organize optimal communication with project coordinators, proofreaders, translators and others. You perform a full check of the translations done by external translators and monitor correct implementation of all changes. Finally, you will translate small revisions during the life cycle of a project.
The company offers a dynamic, informal and international environment with a high level of individual freedom and responsibility. You will be in a position to benefit from product and process training, personalized growth and development programs, full team support, flexible working hours, and more.

Requirements
You are a near-native Spanish speaker with a degree in linguistics, translation or equivalent and an excellent command of English, both in speech and writing. Native or near-native skills in a second Central or Eastern European language are a definite plus. This concerns a temporary project between October until March/ April.
As a dedicated communicator with a desire for perfection you adhere to a strict use of internal procedures in compliance with ISO 9000 standards. Of course you dispose of good project planning skills and knowledge of computer aided publishing and translation technology. Good communication skills make you an unambiguous and customer friendly communicator.

Salary indication
Negotiable, depending on experience.

Selection procedure
If you are interested in this vacancy, you can apply below. Your application will be sent directly to the recruiter in charge.

IMPORTANT: if you are not yet registered with Undutchables we kindly ask you to do so. Please register yourself by filling in your personal details and attaching your CV on http://flexweb.undutchables.nl/.

Your information will be handled in the strictest confidence and your CV will not be sent to a company unless you have given prior permission.

We will invite you for an extensive interview, as soon as any potential job opportunities arise.� We will advise you on issues regarding employment in the Netherlands. Then, if possible, we will introduce you to a prospective company and provide support during the selection procedure.

Bezoek http://www.undutchables.nl/?herkomst=toplanguagejobs voor meer informatie over deze vacature.

VP CLINICAL AFFAIRS & CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

2008-10-13 08:23:57

Title: VP CLINICAL AFFAIRS & CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

VP Clinical Affairs & Chief Medical Officer
Our client is a privately held, international biopharmaceutical company specialising in the development and commercialisation of collagen based products. They are aggressively pursuing the development of their product portfolio and have three advanced stage products in clinical development as well as a strong pipeline of early stage programmes.
Key Duties
-The VP Clinical Affairs & Chief Medical Officer will preferably be based in Athlone or Dublin and report to the EVP, Scientific, Clinical & Regulatory Affairs.
-The successful candidate will take ownership of the Company�s clinical development strategy and be responsible for leading the clinical development of a broad portfolio of early, mid and late stage investigational drug products and medical devices.
-In parallel to the set-up of key clinical and medical functions in-house, you will initially take charge of all existing clinical trials and activities outsourced to clinical research organisations.
-The position will also provide medical support for the Company�s marketed products including overall responsibility and oversight of the Company�s pharmacovigilance and safety reporting to regulatory authorities and the Company�s commercial partners.
Qualifications
-Applications are invited from medical professionals with a minimum of 5 years� clinical research experience performed under US INDs and European CTAs.
-The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in the outsourcing and direction of clinical trials, and will have led the clinical development of one or more medicinal product or medical device from feasibility through to market.
-Clinical expertise in pain management, infection and oncology would be a distinct advantage, as would some medical marketing experience.
Contact AHMED BOURGHIDA @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344144 Or send CV in strictest confidence to ahmed@sigmar.ie ; Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed permission

PROCESS TECH LAOIS

2008-10-13 08:23:56

Title: PROCESS TECH LAOIS
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Laois - Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Developing alternative energy company require process technician to make adjustments to equipment to maintain production
THE SKILLS

- Two years experienced in process plant operation
- At least 1 year experience in the petrochemical or hazardous substance industry
- Understands process control equipment functionality
- Familiar with process safety discipline and hazardous plant operation
- Able to logically solve problems

THE POSITION

- Monitor and optimize chemical process, maximising production
- Control process start-up, shut-down and troubleshooting,
- Monitor process equipment
- Prepare production reports
- Adjust equipment, valves, pumps and controls and process equipment
- Be available to be on a rotational shift basis

THE PACKAGE

- Competitive package negotiable depending on experience
- Genuine opportunities for career progression

Contact Celyn Fenwick @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344153
Or send Email CV in strictest confidence cfenwick@sigmar.ie
Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed permission

SENIOR MEDICAL SCIENTIST

2008-10-13 08:23:56

Title: SENIOR MEDICAL SCIENTIST
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

A SENIOR MEDICAL SCIENTIST IS REQUIRED TO JOIN THIS PRIVATE LABORATORY IN DUBLIN

Duties and Responsibilities:

� QA Maintenance
� Writing of SOP�s for each and every test or changes to testing methodology
� All testing to be performed within the bounds of the Company�s SOP�s
� Instrument Maintenance as per SOP�s
� To maintain personal work file
� All leave/courses/absences must be arranged well in advance so that suitable cover can be provided
� To attend the weekly Head Of Department meeting
� It is important to keep up-to-date with the latest developments in Pathological testing as well as new developments in the GP/A&E requirements, so as to advise management as to the possibilities of the development of the laboratory
� To understand and implement all requirements of the contract with CPMS (Clorozil patient monitoring)
� Day to day: Responsible for the efficient running of Haematology Dept
� Provide rosters for staff
� To run incomplete work files
� Undertake other duties, as reasonably required, which may fall within the scope of this post

Skills:

� AMLS or eligibility for registration
� Good Clinical (Haematology) expertise
� Good management skills

Contact AHMED BOURGHIDA @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344144 Or send CV in strictest confidence to ahmed@sigmar.ie
Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed permission

REGULATORY AFFAIRS MANAGER

2008-10-13 08:23:56

Title: REGULATORY AFFAIRS MANAGER
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

PURPOSE OF JOB
To be responsible for operational direction of the Regulatory Affairs function whilst supporting the strategic developments for new product development, product registration and Product Information File. It is the job holder�s responsibility for ensuring that products within all product categories are in compliance with the relevant market regulations.
Scope of Job
This position reports directly to the Regulatory and Technical Affairs Director and will be a member of the management team of Regulatory and Technical Affairs department. The job holder will manage a team of scientists. There will be daily contact with other managers and directors and other personnel within R&D, Marketing and other departments, regulatory authorities world-wide and supplying companies of finished products. The job will involve some foreign travel. The job holder will be the expert in the regulations affecting the Company�s business.
KEY RESULTS AREAS
1 Manage Regulatory Affairs Section
- Provide managerial support to the two teams in Regulatory Affairs i.e. NPD and Markets.
- Ensure that the Regulatory Affairs Section is run efficiently, provides the expected level of service, has sufficient resource and maintains agreed budget levels of expenditure.
- Reviews regularly with direct reports the progress and status of projects and provide advice and support as required.
- Create, review and help implement individual development plans for direct reports and their staff.
- Report regularly on the activities of the section and provide monthly reports on time with effective KPI�s to the Regulatory and Technical Affairs Director.
2 Develop and Maintain Knowledge and Expertise on Regulations affecting the Company�s Business
- Develop an in-depth knowledge of International regulations and specific implications in key markets and new market entries.
- Keep up to date with regional market regulations and develop a solid understanding of these regulations.
- Anticipate new or changing regulatory requirements in relevant territories.
- Inform the appropriate people of changes to regulations and their implications to the business whilst applying smart business practices to the recommendations.
- Be the expert in the regulations affecting the Company�s business.

3 New Product Development (NPD)
-Ensure that the NPD regulatory team provides a good professional service so that all products placed in the markets are in compliance with the market regulations.
- Provide the regulatory NPD manager with the necessary labeling requirements to satisfy all markets.
- Provide strategic support to the supply team on the label variant strategy
4 Support to the Company�s Sales Companies
- Provide accurate and timely regulatory support to sales companies particularly to start up companies and companies experiencing changes to their regulations
- Foster and develop constructive and professional working relationships with the Company�s personnel in the sales markets.
- Meet and develop relationships with the competent authorities and influence them on the Company�s developments and compliance with market regulations.
- Facilitate Regulatory Fora with the key markets to ensure that we adopt best practices and share relevant information on important developments within the global regulatory environment.
- Develop, adopt and execute robust, smart business processes to optimise product registration lead-times within our sales companies
5 Product Information
- Ensure that the requirements of the Product Information File are kept up to date and stored in an accessible manner for inspection.
- Work with the product safety manager to ensure that all products are formulated in line with highest industry standards and meet the requirements of key International regulations.
- Communicate Regulatory Policies and Requirements to the relevant purchasing teams so that competent suppliers are selected for product manufacture.
6 Industry Representation
- Represent the Company and business interests at Trade Association meetings or task groups as required and agreed on regulatory matters.
- Represent the Company in negotiations and discussions with the key industry and competent authorities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
A recognised Science qualification with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience within the Cosmetic Industry or related industries (pharmaceutical or food sectors).
COMPETENCIES
�Extensive working knowledge of cosmetics industry and regulatory environment from a global perspective.
�Well developed communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally with European industry bodies and global competent authorities.
�Have a good understanding of the legal framework and practical implications in the implementation of the relevant regulations.
Contact AHMED BOURGHIDA @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344144
Or send CV in strictest confidence to ahmed@sigmar.ie
Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed permission

QA REPRESENTATIVE

2008-10-13 08:23:56

Title: QA REPRESENTATIVE
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Quality Assurance Representative

Core Responsibilities:

-Play a key role in promoting and integrating quality into the business.

-Provide leadership by managing quality-related matters specific to the area of responsibility (API manufacturing operations). This includes mentoring and advising technical support and production personnel in deviation investigations, change proposals, qualification and validation.

-Execute the batch disposition process including ensuring that the manufacturing operation remains in a validated state and within regulatory commitments.

-Develop and maintain the quality systems necessary to ensure that the site is operating in full compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices, standard operating procedures and sound scientific practice. This includes participation in local or corporate working groups, monitoring of internal quality standards and practices and external monitoring and benchmarking.

-Participate in the evaluation of third party vendors for raw materials, starting materials and packaging components including performing vendor audits.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

-A degree-level qualification in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related discipline.

-Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role in a regulated cGMP environment.

Contact AHMED BOURGHIDA @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344144
Or send CV in strictest confidence to ahmed@sigmar.ie
Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed permission

PROCESS ENGINEER

2008-10-13 08:23:55

Title: PROCESS ENGINEER
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Process Engineer
Reports to: Technical Operations or Operating Unit or Process Engineering Team Leader
Main Purpose and Objectives of Position:
The Online Process Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer is assigned to one or more production units and reports directly to a Technical Operations or Operating Unit or Process Engineering Team Leader. The engineer in this role should:
(i) Know the process flow for the processes supported including process chemistry, critical control parameters and process safety attributes.
(ii) Have a deep understanding of the unit operations deployed and be able to analyse/improve them using first principles.
(iii) Understand the detail of equipment operation, instrumentation & process control and how they interact to manage the processes in terms of product quality & process safety attributes.
(iv) Have a thorough understanding of the relationship between chemistry, unit operations, equipment and the operator.
(v) Use computer-based modelling, simulation & analysis to look for improvement opportunities and to analyse problems.
(vi) Have the ability to identify hazards and assess their relative risk.
(vii) Understand the information and data requirements associated with production.
(iv) Understand and apply root cause analysis and problem solving techniques.
(v) Understand the business processes that are used to support production and use them to achieve the objectives that they have e.g. change control, deviations etc.
(vi) Strive to acquire the ability to design/scale-up of processes from pilot plant or other production facilities.
Personal Considerations:
Educational Requirements: Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or other relevant engineering discipline.
Key Responsibilities:
� Owning the rig process equipment i.e. being the equipment expert � both general and process-specific.
� Knowing in-depth the processes and unit operations.
� Acting as consultant/coach to operators and technical support group on all of the above.
� Supporting daily operations in making approved product.
� Improving productivity i.e. identifying and implementing improvement projects to allow the rig to meet stretch cycle time goals, including equipment optimization and reliability issues.
� Monitoring and acting on plant and process performance.
� Troubleshooting, analysing and fixing problems i.e. evaluating deviations/trends involving equipment or processing incidents and recommending/implementing countermeasures.
� Applying incident management, deviation, change control and PHR business processes.
� Writing SOPs, incident reports, project scope documents, functional specification for software changes, Hazard Review meeting minutes etc.
� Ensuring P+ID\'s for rig are up-to-date and correctly red lined as changes are implemented.
� Maintaining the unit in a qualified state. Writing the PQE.
� Owning the PSI, Gantt chart and model of the rig.
� Providing input to capacity strategy for the building/site i.e. identifying and preparing business cases for improvement investments.
� Prioritizing capital projects for the area and guiding through to RCA approval i.e. scope, design and commission for smaller projects or building/business rep for larger projects.
� Integrating projects onto the rig, typically <250K.
� Leading area subgroups such as environmental or safety.
Contact AHMED BOURGHIDA @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344144
Or send CV in strictest confidence to ahmed@sigmar.ie
Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed
Permission

PROCESS CHEMIST

2008-10-13 08:23:55

Title: PROCESS CHEMIST
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Process Chemist
Reports to: Manufacturing, Science & Technology (MS&T) or Technical Operations or Operating Unit Team Leader
Main Purpose and Objectives of Position:
The Process Chemist is responsible for all the technical aspects of the production processes. Specifically, the Process Chemist will provide support for a number of the following services at any given time:
(i) Optimises the production processes to increase yield/quality, reduce manufacturing costs etc. of both new and existing processes at all stages of a product life cycle but more critically in the earlier years.
(ii) Troubleshoots current manufacturing processes to maintain yield and quality as well as ensuring that the processes remain in a validated state.
(iii) Transfers new processes/technology from other corporate plants and/or third party laboratories to the Company�s premises.
(iv) Transfers older processes/technology (outsources) from the Company� plant to other corporate plants or third party laboratories.
Educational Requirements: PhD in Organic Chemistry
License/Certificate Requirements: PhD in Organic Chemistry
Key Responsibilities:
(i) Optimisation of New/Existing Processes:
(a) Identify, prioritise and complete lab model on development opportunities for new or existing products based on EVA (Economic Value Added) and other criteria.
(b) Be familiar with and capable of conducting experimental design approaches to project development.
(c) Have intimate knowledge of regulatory requirements, including drug product critical needs.
(d) Document and report all improvement activities, including plant trials.
(e) Collaborate with other sites on development activities for common products.
(f) Represent the site at product conferences, planning sessions etc.
(g) Identify resource and equipment needs required to facilitate development opportunities.
(h) Be familiar with other competitor companies\' approaches to process development and modify local approach as required to improve existing process.
(ii) Maintain/Troubleshoot Existing Processes:
(a) Be active member of PFT conducting process schools etc. to transfer knowledge to operations personnel.
(b) Have expertise in root cause analysis to lead team in troubleshooting efforts.
(c) Be very familiar with site quality systems, change control, deviation reporting, annual product reviews, quarterly product process assessments, stability, homogeneity etc.
(d) Be expert on processes, know chemistry in detail, and monitor key quality indicators on an ongoing basis using SPC principles.
(e) Must be familiar with process impact on other areas e.g. Safety, Environmental, Industrial Hygiene etc.
(f) Develop working knowledge of engineering principles with regard to equipment, process control systems, cleaning, the impact of scale up etc.
(g) Own the manufacturing ticket, process flow document and validation of the process.
(h) Leading or contributing to PHRs and Risk Assessments, identifying actions/countermeasures, tracking actions/countermeasures.
(i) Evaluating and Approving Process Safety Information (PSI) and Developing and approving operating procedures and tickets which include process safety requirements
(iii) Technology/New Process Transfer:
The Process Chemist will be the expert on the process and will be expected to do the following:
(a) Be intimately familiar with the expectations of the site\'s New Product Introduction Process (NPI) across all the dimensions.
(b) Be the expert on the new product chemistry, in terms of raw material quality, development history, molecule control strategy, process safety, related substances, impurities and degradation of products etc.
(c) Collaborate and work on developing the new process for the site with the development groups.
(d) Key contact in transferring new process information to other areas of the site.
(e) Complete validation package in timely manner, prior to shipping the product off-site.
(f) Review experience of New Product Introduction and document improvements.
(g) Communicate project status to team and site management using key measures.
(h) Co-ordinate/develop robust lab model for new processes.
Contact AHMED BOURGHIDA @ SIGMAR RECRUITMENT, (01) 2344144Or send CV in strictest confidence to ahmed@sigmar.ie
Your details will not be submitted for this or any other role without your expressed Permission

PRINCIPAL HAIRCARE FORMULATION CHEMIST

2008-10-13 08:23:55

Title: PRINCIPAL HAIRCARE FORMULATION CHEMIST
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Wicklow - Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

A PRINCIPAL HAIRCARE FORMULATION CHEMIST IS REQUIRED TO JOIN THIS MULTINATIONAL COMPANY BASED IN CO. WICKLOW
Responsibilities:
� Develop the Hair Care area within the Company and lead the establishment of a stand-alone team
� Develop new technologies and products for hair care and styling ranges
� Work to Marketing brief, match benchmark when required, develop formulation to agreed cost and within agreed timings
� Work closely with Product Testing & Evaluation and Scale Up during development
� Formulate to meet the Company\'s Development Requirements
� Know about the latest cosmetic raw materials, their function and about the latest hair care technologies
� Be familiar with the latest actives and market trends / competitor products
� Liaising with suppliers to ensure correct documentation is sent on time
� Updating in-house data base with approved formulation details
� Creating Product Ingredient Stories to support submissions to Marketing
Skills:
� 6 + years experience in the development of hair care products
� 3rd level degree in chemistry/ biochemistry /pharmacology or similar
� Highly organized
� Computer literate
� Self motivating
� Good communication abilities
� Strong problem solving techniques
� Analytical Mind
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PRINCIPAL CHEMIST R&D/SKINCARE

2008-10-13 08:23:55

Title: PRINCIPAL CHEMIST R&D/SKINCARE
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Principle/Senior Chemist Skin Care Research & Development
Reporting to the Skincare NPD Manager, the principle chemist will provide scientific leadership across both technology and NPD teams in order to deliver innovative skincare products and to support the Company�s position as a leader in the direct selling personal care market.
Responsibilities
� Working closely within a team of Chemists developing new technologies and formulations.
� Coaching junior members of the team.
� Liaise primarily with Claims Support Scientists, Skin Research Scientists, Microbiologists, The Product Safety Manager and Factory Scale Up teams to ensure a successful flow of technology through to NPD.
� Apply novel and innovative approaches to skincare development
� Develop innovative and new technologies for skincare.
� Look for and develop ideas in unrelated industries and applications.
� Develop concepts and ideas and convert into a commercially viable product.
� Work with raw material suppliers to expand the portfolio of skincare emulsion technology to meet future business needs
� Apply least cost design and a lean approach to development
� Develop a library of bases to support faster to market lower risk NPD
Skills
� Third Level Science Degree
� 3-5 years experience in: working with emulsion technologies particularly, using novel approaches with raw materials and/or formulations, and developing skin care formulations from prototype through to delivery
Proven record of:
� Identifying value adding opportunities from a technology perspective - delivering projects which exceed expectations
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PEPTIDE SCIENTIST

2008-10-13 08:23:55

Title: PEPTIDE SCIENTIST
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Peptide Specialist

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Experience in Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis from bench scale to commercial scale synthesis.

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Experience in Downstream purifications and evaporations through to Freeze Drying both at bench and commercial scale.

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Strong back-round in Peptide : Process Design , Development and Optimisation.

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Good working knowledge of supporting Analytical Technologies.

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Good understanding of the Peptide business environment and business network.

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Strong Technical Leader

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Ability to establish peptide technologies for the Company

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Qualifications: PhD with Peptide Technologies Focus

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PAT SPECIALIST

2008-10-13 08:23:55

Title: PAT SPECIALIST
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

PAT Specialist

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Experience in applying the appropriate on-line controllers and in-process analytical applications to synthetic and/or bio-tech API�s.

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Ability to determine the PAT strategy for an API plant and then implement( and /or manage implementation of ) the strategy

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Experience with API Synthesis at commercial scale

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Strong blend of Process Analytical and Instrumentation skills with applied Process Engineering skills.

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Track record of successfully implemented robust PAT applications.

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Experience in building a Process Knowledge base from the output of PAT instrumentation and existing surrogate process instruments.

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Strong technical leader with ability to establish a network with other applied PAT specialists in the Company and across the industry.

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Qualifications : BSc /BE Chemical or Instrument Physics

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MICROBIOLOGIST

2008-10-13 08:23:43

Title: MICROBIOLOGIST
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

RESPONSIBILITIES
� Sampling and the microbiological analysis of samples as assigned using good aseptic techniques.
� Validation of Test Methods.
� Work in accordance to c-GMP and GLP requirements.
� Inputting of data onto the LIMS.
� Isolation and identification of micro-organisms according to the relevant procedure.
� Trending and review of results.
� Report out-of-trend or out-of-specification results.
� Completion of Laboratory Investigation and the preparation of associated reports.
� Perform and assist in additional duties.
SKILLS
� University or college degree or diploma from a recognised institution in a Science related subject.
� One to two year experience in a pharmaceutical related microbiological laboratory is desirable.
� Good Knowledge of c-GMP, GLP and Safety requirements.
� Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation.
� FDA/IMB experience desirable.
� Good PC skills � Word and Excel.
� Good communication and report writing skills.
� Proven track record in current role is essential.

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LEAD BIOPROCESS ENGINEER

2008-10-13 08:23:43

Title: LEAD BIOPROCESS ENGINEER
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Lead Bioprocess Engineers (Upstream, Downstream)
Core Responsibilities:
� Play a key engineering role in the delivery of the Company\'s biotech pipeline of products to registration over the next several years.
� Fully participate in facility and process design including the development of unit operations, control strategies etc. for a multi-product biopharmaceutical manufacturing platform.
� Provide lead bioprocess engineering input into technical transfer and scale-up activities.
� Play a central role in commissioning and start-up of the facility.
� Drive day-to-day support (trouble-shooting, process improvements etc.) during the operational phase.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
� A degree-level qualification in Biochemical/Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
� Minimum of 5 years amalgamated experience in design, scale-up, technology transfer, commissioning and operational support of a mammalian cell-based biopharmaceutical manufacturing plant.
� Experience in leading technical professionals in context of large-molecule technology transfer would be advantageous.
� In-depth knowledge of either upstream or downstream biopharmaceutical unit operations as applied to bioreactor design and control, SIP/CIP, filtration, chromatography techniques etc.
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HEAD OF QUALITY/PHARMACEUTICALS

2008-10-13 08:23:42

Title: HEAD OF QUALITY/PHARMACEUTICALS
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ireland
Languages: English
Posted: 13th Oct 2008

Corporate Head of Quality
Key Duties
� The Corporate Head of Quality is a newly created corporate position to be based in Europe and reporting directly to the Company�s President & CEO in the US.
� The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for all matters of quality assurance and compliance across the Company�s three operating divisions, spanning product supply and distribution, commercial manufacturing, clinical research and product development.
� It is envisaged that the person in this role will define corporate Quality Policy and enhance existing Quality Systems through the establishment of a matrix structure whereby quality is managed both functionally and locally at each facility.
� Responsibilities will also include leading the company through FDA pre-approval and other inspections performed by regulatory agencies or the Company�s commercial partners.

Qualifications
� Applications are invited from quality assurance professionals with a minimum of 10 years� experience in the pharmaceutical industry, of which 5 years� should have been gained in a senior quality leadership role.
� You must be fully conversant with GXP regulations, as applicable to the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, with particular emphasis on GMP.
� Equally important is having the expertise, confidence and influential skills to translate quality regulations and guidelines into working practices.
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