1. Biotech Career Services Spring Workshops

"CAREER TRANSITIONS"
Wednesday, February 1, 5:30-6:30 pm, 163 Noyes

Panelists: Karla Melendez, Regional Manager, Wheaton Science Products; Emily Wee, Technology Manager, UIUC Office of Technology Management

Listen to professionals tell their stories about how and why they transitioned from one career to another.

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"THE HIRING PROCESS: WHAT TO EXPECT AND HOW TO PREPARE"
Wednesday, February 8, 5:00-6:00 pm, 163 Noyes

Speaker: Megan Mortier, Talent Acquisition Consultant, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc.

Get the inside scoop on what companies look for and how they find great talent.

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"CAREER PATH WITHIN A COMPANY"
Wednesday, February 22, 5:00-6:00 pm, 163 Noyes

Speaker: Mike Bunn, Supervisor, Sigma-Aldrich

Learn how to be successful in industry and what companies value in workers.

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2. Employment Authorization Opportunities for Graduate Students on F-1 Visas

Wednesday, February 1, 2:30-3:30 p.m., 407 Illini Union

Associate Director Sondra Schreiber from the Office of International Student and Scholar Services will discuss employment authorization opportunities available to Illinois international students on F-1 Visas. This workshop will give overview information on OPT and CPT work authorizations as well as information about how to apply. Co-sponsored by the Graduate College and the Office of International Student and Scholar Services. More info

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3. NACE Article on Recruiters

Secrets From the Other Side: What Recruiters Know That You Don’t

http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/nace/JobChoices2012_science/index.php?startid=38  
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4. Job Listings:

Several jobs are listed on I-Link. Check them out.

Microbiologist/Molecular Biologist: International Health Management Assoc: ID # 52244

Scientist Strain Developer: Synthetic Genomics Inc.: ID# 52270

https://biotech-illinois-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php

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On Campus:

Visiting Research Development Specialist - Division of Biomedical Sciences (A1200029) https://jobs.illinois.edu/default.cfm?page=job&jobID=15635

Wetland Soil Specialist - Division of Illinois Natural History Survey (A1200039) https://jobs.illinois.edu/default.cfm?page=job&jobID=16309

Wetland Plant Ecologist - Division of Illinois Natural History Survey (A1200038) https://jobs.illinois.edu/default.cfm?page=job&jobID=16310

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REGENERON: Research Position
https://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=874&ji=2592113&sn=L&cd=2&si=0

https://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=874&ji=2598440&sn=L&cd=2&si=0

Research Associate-Metabolic Disease
https://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=874&ji=2598442&sn=L&cd=2&si=0

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Merck
Sr Research Chemist-PRE000262

http://www.merck.com/careers/search-and-apply/search-jobs/home.html

Promega
Sr Process Development Scientist

JOB OBJECTIVE:     The Sr Process Development Scientist is responsible for leading the design and improvement of production processes for Promega’s biological manufacturing teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Provide an integrated approach to process development through close collaboration with partners in Research, Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs.
2. Actively participates in the New Product Development process as a team member.
3. Supports the development of analytical methods for manufacturing processes, intermediate and final products.
4. Collaborates with suppliers, vendors, and consultants to continuously improve manufacturing processes for the purpose of creating predictable and consistent procedures for manufacturing.
5. Demonstrates strong and consistent capabilities for innovation in all aspects of manufacturing processes.
6. Understands and complies with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, biochemistry, bio-engineering and/or related areas of study.
2. Minimum 7 years’ experience in process development related to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or in-vitro diagnostic fields.
3. Development of biological reagents in support of the life science markets.
4. Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional project teams.
5. Strong communication and collaboration skills working in a matrixed environment. 
6. Familiar with molecular separation and purification techniques such as chromatography, filtration, and membrane separation systems.
7. Experience with proteins, nucleic acids, buffer solutions, and small molecules.
8. Familiarity with scale-up of  liquids through pumps, flow controls, etc.
9. Expertise in applying scientific methodology including root cause analysis, experimental design, and data analysis.
10. Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills to analyze and solve process challenges. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Aptitude for managing and supporting the growth of personnel (talent management).
2. Master’s or PhD degree in relevant scientific areas.
3. Chemical engineering experience.
4. Lyophilization technologies.
5. Experience with process automation and control systems.

Please view our website at www.promega.com.

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Academic

Lab Coordinator
  Oregon State University
  Chemistry Department
  Corvallis, OR
  Date Posted: Jan. 19, 2012

  http://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=35166&o=54919&t=SC120120m-4e
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  Tenure-track Faculty Positions -- Materials and ...
  Oregon State University
  Chemistry Department
  Corvallis, OR
  Date Posted: Jan. 19, 2012

  http://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=35164&o=54919&t=SC120120m-4e

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USDA
Florida

Research Molecular Biologist
Series/Grade: GS-0401-11/12
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/308220100

Biological Science Technician
Series/Grade: GS-0404-06/07
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/308015600

Biological Science Technician
Series/Grade: GS-0404-07/09
Ann#.: ARS-D12S-0018