Posted 4586 days ago
Pfizer is seeking an Associate Director and Manager for its Swine Biological area in Kalamazoo, Mich. This is a full-time management job for a director in the pharmaceutical industry.
Job Description
• Responsible for leading efforts in the design and for implementing swine studies to test the safety and efficacy of biological products. This includes obtaining clinical samples, conducting clinical evaluations and writing of facility procedures and study protocols.
• Responsible for collecting and maintaining accurate documentation to meet regulatory requirements for conducting swine studies.
• Responsible for interpreting and correlating clinical results and preparing reports.
• Responsible for participation on research project teams with the goal to license animal health biologics.
• Responsible for establishing contacts with external experts and third party contractors for the conduct of swine studies.
• Up to 25 percent travel is required.
Desired Skills and Experience
Educational Background:
Minimum: DVM or BS/MS
Desirable: PhD or DVM with post-graduate training
Work Experience/Skills
Minimum: DVM with a minimum of two years experience in swine medicine or BS/MS with five years experience in the biological sciences and/or of research in an academic institution or the pharmaceutical industry.
Desirable: PhD or DVM with post-graduate training in swine clinical veterinary medicine or in a scientific discipline relevant to animal disease. Experience as a project leader for biological product research and development.
Other Attributes Desirable:
A good understanding of disease pathogenesis and laboratory clinical assays.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstration of initiative, independent thinking, strong interpersonal skills and an ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to meet multiple project timelines.
Company Description
Pfizer is committed to applying science and our global resources to improve health and well-being at every stage of life. We strive to provide access to safe, effective and affordable medicines and related health care services to the people who need them.