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Biomedical Fair - October 3, 2007
Biomedical Research Building 2/3, 1 - 4 PM
Click here to see pictures from last year's event.
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| AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships |
Plug the power of science into public policy- become a AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow! Since 1973, nearly 2,000 scientists and engineers have contributed their analytical skills to policymaking in Washington, DC, while learning about the role of science in the federal government system. Career-enhancing opportunities are available in approximately 30 Congressional offices and 12 federal agencies. A terminal degree (PhD, MD, DVM, etc.) in any physical, biological, health/medical or social science, any field of engineering, or any relevant interdisciplinary field, is required. The application deadline is 20 December each year, with fellowships starting the following 1 September. |
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Adelphi Research by Design
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Adelphi Research by Design is a marketing research company specializing in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry. Our business is to design and conduct qualitative and quantitative primary marketing research for pharmaceutical companies. In 2006, we joined the Adelphi Group of Companies, a marketing research and medical education organization that is part of one of the largest marketing services agency companies in the world, Omnicom. A dynamic, casual dress workplace with flexible hours, at Adelphi Research by Design, we work as a team in a non-competitive atmosphere. Our employees are our most valuable assets. |
| American Association for Cancer Research, Inc. |
AACR is the oldest and largest scientific organization in the world focused on every aspect of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its reputation for scientific breadth and excellence attract the premier researchers in the field. The programs and services of AACR foster the exchange of knowledge and new ideas among scientists dedicated to cancer research, provide training opportunities for the next generation of cancer researchers, and increase public understanding of cancer. |
| BioNanomatrix, Inc |
BioNanomatrix, Inc (BNM) is a venture backed startup company developing next generation whole genome analysis technology at the single molecule level. BNM seeks innovative and highly motivated individuals in the fields of molecular biology, cancer genomics/epigenetics, nanotech, polymer/surface chemistry, optics, system/automation engineering and bioinformatics. BNM offers competitive salary, benefits, and stock options. You must be creative, driven and enjoy being part of a highly interdisciplinary team. If this describes you, we would like to hear from you! |
| The Boston Consulting Group |
The Boston Consulting Group’s global reputation in top management consulting derives from more than forty years’ experience helping senior managers discover and achieve their companies’ full potential. Our mission is to help our clients attain success by capitalizing on key opportunities for growth and improvement. We work closely with each client to help set direction, gain organizational, and operational challenges.
Founded in 1963, BCG now has more than 2,900 consultants based in 64 offices worldwide. BCG’s clients are the world’s business leaders. From computers to retailing, our professional expertise spans over 50 industries. The majority of our clients rank among the 500 largest companies in each of our major locations – North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
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| Campbell Alliance |
Campbell Alliance is the premier specialized management consulting firm serving the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the firm serves a geographically diverse group of pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients. We have offices in Parsippany, NJ; New York City; San Francisco and Woodland Hills, CA; Chicago; Boston; and Philadelphia.
The firm is actively recruiting for consultants at a variety of levels to join several growing practice areas. At present, there are opportunities in the Brand Management, Managed Markets, Sales, Business Development, Clinical Development practices, as well as internal positions.
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| Centocor |
We are the immunology pioneers.
Creative. Passionate. Visionary. Each of these words describes the biomedicines company that has already begun to unlock the secrets of the immune system – discoveries that have led to innovative treatments for conditions such as Crohn’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis.
For more than 25 years, Centocor has been a leader in the field of biomedicines. Through the dynamic science of biotechnology, we continue to seek innovative ways to treat cancer and immune-mediated inflammatory disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and plaque psoriasis. |
| Charles River Laboratories |
From our headquarters near Boston, MA, Charles River Laboratories' 7,500 employees serve clients as global providers of solutions that advance the drug discovery and development process. Our leading-edge products and services enable our clients to bring drugs to market faster and more efficiently. Backed by our rigorous, best-in-class procedures and our proven data collection, analysis and reporting capabilities, Charles River Laboratories Research Models and Preclinical Services including Phase I Clinical Services, are unequaled in the drug development business.
We are looking for all level degrees in Biology, Biopsychology, Teratology, Toxicology, and all levels of Veterinarian Studies |
| The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia |
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the oldest hospital in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to pediatrics, strives to be the world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children by integrating excellent patient care, innovative research and quality professional education into all of its programs. Children's Hospital is committed to researching and finding cures for chronic and fatal pediatric illnesses. Physician-researchers draw on the latest available information about the human genome to customize therapies to variations in genetic makeup. Oncologists are working on therapeutic vaccines for children that teach patients' healthy cells to recognize and fight cancer. Other researchers are investigating prenatal stem-cell transplants to improve treatments for a variety of diseases. |
| Complete Healthcare Communications |
With a first submission article acceptance rate of more than 80%, Complete Healthcare Communications is the publication planning industry leader in strategic medical communications. For nearly 14 years Complete Healthcare Communications has served its clients with excellence as a leader in medical communications. Known for innovation and steady growth, we hold ourselves to the highest of standards in editorial quality and client service. |
| Contact Singapore |
Contact Singapore promotes working and living in Singapore.
We work with partners in industries, professional organizations and institutes of higher learning to link Singapore-based employers to a wide network of global talent. Through these partnerships, Contact Singapore's international offices facilitate the exchange of information on employment landscape and industry developments to individuals who are interested in pursuing a rewarding career and lifestyle in Singapore. |
| DesignWrite / PharmaWrite |
DesignWrite and PharmaWrite are full-service medical education and communications companies. Their scientific teams are comprised of medical writers and scientific managers with PharmDs and PhDs in the life sciences, and medical editors. Our scientifically based staff provides various medical education services including the development of scientific communication platforms, continuing education programs, and speaker training.
Our teams have extensive expertise in many therapeutic areas, such as cardiovascular, CNS, hyperlipidemia, endocrinology, hypertension, immunology, infectious diseases, migraine, oncology/hematology, osteoporosis, pain management, hormone therapy, psoriasis, rheumatic diseases, urology, virology, and women’s health. |
| GlaxoSmithKline |
Our mission is to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. This mission gives us the purpose to develop innovative medicines and products that help millions of people around the world.
Headquartered in the UK and with operations based in the US, we are one of the industry leaders, with an estimated 7% of the world's pharmaceutical market.
Every hour we spend more than $562,000 to find new medicines.
We produce medicines that treat 6 disease areas – asthma, virus control, infections, mental health, diabetes and digestive conditions. We are also a leader in vaccines and are developing new treatments for cancer, as well as the consumer health side with brands including Panadol, Nicorette, Aquafresh and Tums. |
| Global Prior Art |
We are an Intellectual Property (IP) research and consulting firm. Our clients include engineers, lawyers, and business development executives. We perform searches for the IP facts in specific technology areas. This builds our expertise in those areas allowing us to offer insight into IP trends for business development. The job also provides exposure to IP related issues, from litigation to product development. |
| The Henry M. Jackson Foundation |
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving military medicine and public health. Since 1983, we have helped military personnel conduct quality medical research and education programs. |
| Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies |
Johnson & Johnson, through its operating companies, is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly based manufacturer of health care products, as well as a provider of related services, for the consumer, pharmaceutical, and medical devices and diagnostics markets. The more than 200 Johnson & Johnson operating companies employ approximately 113,000 men and women in 57 countries and sell products throughout the world. |
| L.E.K. Consulting |
L.E.K. Consulting is a leading international strategy consulting firm with a global network of offices in 18 cities in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The firm’s primary lines of business are Strategy Consulting, Shareholder Value, and Mergers & Acquisition Consulting. L.E.K. assists CEOs, Senior Management, and Boards on critical issues such as new product introductions, assessment of new technologies and markets, pricing analyses and turnarounds of under-performing business units. |
| LifeSensors, Inc |
LifeSensors, Inc. is a rapidly growing biotechnology company developing broad technology platforms based on ubiquitin and ubiquitin-like proteins such as SUMO. Our company is specifically focused on new protein expression and disease diagnostic tools, services, and related licensing agreements. LifeSensors is actively seeking innovative, intelligent, and energetic business development, marketing, and research scientist professionals to join our vibrant team. |
| The Medicines Company |
The Medicines Company is a dynamic pharmaceutical company specializing in acute hospital care. The Company acquires, develops and commercializes pharmaceutical products in late stages of their development. Its first marketed acute care hospital product, Angiomax® (bivalirudin), is an anticoagulant used in patients undergoing coronary angioplasty. The goal of the Company is clear – to be a leader in acute hospital care in terms of providing service to care-givers and patients. The goal for the employees is that they own and are invested in that success – both in terms of financial ownership of the company and in the end-result of improved patient outcomes. |
| Meniscus Limited |
An innovative and trusted presence in the oncology community. Meniscus Health Care Communications excels in translating data into strategic communication initiatives—efficiently, effectively, and with clinical relevance via publication planning, advocacy development, and strategic commercialization and scientific support. |
| Merck |
At Merck, we believe in putting patients first in all we do. This commitment, along with our focus on developing novel medicines and vaccines that address unmet medical needs, distinguishes us one of the world's leading research-driven pharmaceutical companies.
With approximately 62,000 employees operating in more than 140 countries. Some of our local locations are West Point, PA; Whitehouse Station, NJ; Rahway, NJ; and Boston, MA.
Join us and experience our culture first-hand, one of strong ethics and integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. |
| Monell Chemical Senses Center |
The Monell Center is a non-profit independent scientific institute dedicated to interdisciplinary basic research on the senses of taste, smell, and chemosensory irritation.
In addition to increasing fundamental knowledge about the chemical senses, basic research at Monell relates to significant public health and quality of life issues (visit our web site for additional information). Our appreciation of many of life's pleasures, such as the evocative realms of scent and flavor, also is enhanced through discoveries from Monell.
Students and scientists interested in chemosensory research find the Center to be an outstanding resource for learning. Graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and visiting scientists have come from more than 20 countries to work and learn at Monell.
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| Reaction Biology Corp. |
Reaction Biology Corp. ("RBC") is a private biotech company founded to pursue new economies in HTS and biochemical assays. RBC offers outsourced screening, profiling, and assay development, at lower cost than traditional outsourcing labs. RBC also performs NIH-funded research in technology development and early stage drug discovery. Screening partnerships with industry partners are also part of the RBC portfolio. |
| Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. |
Sterne Kessler Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C., is an Intellectual Property and Patent Law Firm.
We are very interested in identifying potential candidates who are interested in transitioning from the lab to patent law. |
| Tengion |
Tengion is a leader in the field of regenerative medicine. We are developing new human tissues and organs (neo-tissues and neo-organs) that are derived from a patient's own cells. Tengion's patented technology harnesses the body's ability to regenerate, and it has the potential to allow adults and children with organ failure to have functioning organs built from their own (autologous) tissues. This would enable them to lead healthier lives without the need for donor transplants, which are in limited supply and can be associated with adverse effects of immunosuppression. |
| Transave Inc. |
Transave Inc. is a small Biotechnology company located in Monmouth Junction,NJ , whose mission is to improve the treatment of serious lung diseases through the development of novel, site-specific liposomal drug products. Transave's product candidates are delivered via inhalation directly to the site of the disease. The company's proprietary liposomal delivery technology provides for prolonged release of a drug in the lung while minimizing systemic exposure, which may improve the therapeutic index of commonly used pharmaceutical products.
Transave has two products in clinical development: Liposomal Amikacin for Inhalation (Arikace™) for Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections in cystic fibrosis patients and Cisplatin Lipid Complex for cancers that affect the lung. |
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