US-MD-Gaithersburg: Director, Virology/Immunology

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Date: 10-Mar-2009

Director, Virology/Immunology

Position Summary: Directs all activities within the department of Virology/Immunology. Responsibilities include management of departmental staff, Government Contracts, Commercial Services and Products, including establishment and maintenance of virological and immunological assays and services. Maintains high quality standards for department activities in keeping with ISO regulations and supports GMP manufacture and characterization of virus isolates and assays. Actively pursues acquisition of new relevant technologies with a view of expanding BioServices' capabilities in responding to new contract service and product opportunities. Interacts regularly with directors from other departments to coordinate projects that require the participation of Virology/Immunology. Assists in the establishment of new business opportunities that require the participation of Virology/Immunology support. This position is a member of the Department Senior Management group and as such holds a critical role with regards to responsibility and accountability to the successful running of the business, including the work environment at the facility.

Requirements: Must have a strong technical background and a Ph.D. in Virology, Immunology or a related discipline. In addition, required to have a minimum of 6 years prior experience in a similar industry, preferably in a senior level management role at a biotechnology firm. Must have demonstrated expertise in management of staff, in his/her discipline, as well as solid understanding of current GMP and GLP standards. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking skills required. Confidentiality, excellent use of judgment and discretion required relative to sensitive and restricted Company and employee information.

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