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Writing a Resume for Pharma or Biotech Career -Advice from Professional Writer

Writing a Resume for Pharma No matter how technically astute you are, if you can’t sell your strengths during your job search, your job search can run much longer than you like. Here are some tips from Fatemah Mirza, professional resume writer at CareerTuners on writing a resume for pharma or biotech resume: 1) Use […]

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Sales Analyst for Pharmaceutical Company 1yr Contract

Sales Analyst for Pharmaceutical Company – 1yr Contract Our large pharma client in Irvine, CA is in need of a Sales Analyst on a temp to hire basis. We are one of the few agencies that pays 65% of health insurance costs. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or Information Technology, Healthcare […]

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How Do Clinical Trial Sites Work?

How Do Clinical Trial Sites Work? Clinical trial sites work to serve both patients and sponsors. They are critical to the advancement of medical science. Clinical trial sites are where drugs, medical devices and other therapies are tested on human beings. That data is then used by sponsors for FDA Approval of the product. This guide […]

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IRB Regulatory Coordinator Temp Needed in West Los Angeles

IRB Regulatory Coordinator Temp Needed in West Los Angeles Growing Oncology Clinical Trial site needs a temporary IRB Regulatory Coordinator in the west side of Los Angeles. This is a temp to hire position. Responsibilities: Will provide support for clinical research protocols, informed consents, etc. Will assist with all aspects of clinical research regulatory to ensure compliance to […]

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Investigate Employers: A Guide for Candidates

Investigate Employers: A Guide for Candidates Do these six steps to investigate employers before your next interview … …  or before accept your next job offer. This guide will help you investigate your prospective employer. You will be able to evaluate the company’s ethics, culture, turnover and level of resources. With this guide you will learn how […]

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Build a Happy Team - A downloadable guide

Build a Happy Team On a scale of 1-10, how happy are you in your job? How happy are those who report to you? According to recent polls, more than half of all employees are unhappy in their jobs. Yet more and more research is showing that happy employees are productive employees. Unhappy and disengaged […]

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FSPCA FSMA Training March 2018, Carson, CA

FSPCA FSMA Training, March 2018, Carson, CA Four reasons to take FSPCA FSMA Training: FDA requires food companies with more than $1M in revenues have a plan by September 19, 2018 Plans must be signed off by someone with a FSPCA certificate Writing a plan is a 5-6 month process The learning manual is 526 […]

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Regulatory Affairs Manager Drug Device Combo, 12 months in Pleasanton, CA

Regulatory Affairs Manager Drug Device Combo, 12 months in Pleasanton,CA Our large drug/device combo client in Pleasanton, CA needs a temp-to-hire Regulatory Affairs Manager Drug Device Combo. This contract is estimated to last 12 months with the possibility of being hired directly. This person will coordinate most aspects of company regulatory activities and may interface with domestic […]

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Transferable Skills to Add to Your Resume

Transferable skills to add to your resume Skills acquired from doing volunteer work, community service and other professional membership activities are all applicable and transferable to your next job.  Here are a list of transferable skills that should be on your resume: Communication:  writes clearly and concisely, speaks effectively, listens attentively, openly expresses ideas, negotiates/resolves […]

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VoyageLA Featured Article on Apprenticeships Program

VoyageLA Featured Article on Apprenticeships Program An online magazine dedicated to featuring LA’s most inspiring stories, has featured an article about our Foundation’s apprenticeship program. VoyageLA featured article on apprenticeships notes that “the term apprenticeship is new to life sciences and not recognized. For example, the term apprenticeships, which are long-term and paid, is often […]

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Successful people...

Successful people … …do everything as quickly and effectively as they can and get other things done just as quickly and effectively. …surround themselves with successful people.  It’s the law of attraction: like attracts like. …never feel entitled, except to the fruits of their labor. They are not afraid to roll up their sleeves and […]

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Quality Engineers - Quality Improvement Project in Orange County

Quality Engineers – Quality Improvement Project in Orange County Are you a fix-it person? Do you have significant medical device experience? We have a medical device Quality Improvement Project expected to last 9 months in Orange County. The project is to improve operations process and manufacturing. A team of engineers is to be deployed to […]

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HR Generalist Needed, Glendale, CA

HR Generalist Needed, Glendale, CA We are in need of an HR Generalist to manage on boarding (and off boarding) of staff and temps placed with our clients. This is an internal position working directly for MEIRxRS family of companies at our office on 100 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA (check your commute). Qualifications 3 or […]

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Top 20 Skills You Need To Become An Effective Leader

Top 20 Skills You Need To Become An Effective Leader Do you aspire to become a Executive Leader of Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Clinical Research, or Medical Affairs? Leadership skills for  are increasingly crucial given that you will have to set a course for an entire team, keep them all on track and keep them unified […]

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Free Professional Development Opportunities in Biotech and Medical Devices

Free Professional Development Opportunities Are you looking for a professional growth opportunity? Our Foundation has received funding to pay for certifications for individuals in California in Biotech, Pharma and Medical Device industries. The funding will cover for free: Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) primer and exam fees Second approved certification study materials and exam fees […]

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Learn About MDSAP - Free Lunch and Learn by Interek

Learn About MDSAP – a Free Lunch and Learn November 27, 2017 at 11:30 AM Menlo Park, CA November 28, 2017 at 11:30 AM Lake Forest, CA Intertek is hosting a complimentary lunch and learn session on the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) and ISO 13485:2016. With ISO 13485:2003 and CMDCAS expiring, MDSAP is […]

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Quality Control Courses

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP SUMMARY THIS APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO TRAIN THE INDIVIDUAL FOR A CAREER AS A QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN WITHIN THE SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS INDUSTRY. THIS INCLUDES PRACTICAL, ON SITE INSTRUCTION AT A HOST COMPANY IN AREAS SUCH AS PRODUCT TESTING AND INSPECTING, ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING, VALIDATING DATA WITH WRITTEN REPORTS AND APPLYING GOOD […]

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Cancer Research Nurse need in West Los Angeles

[itemscope name=”JobPosting”] Cancer Research Nurse A Cancer Research Nurse is needed by our client in Santa Monica, CA. Candidate should have experience in Oncology and wants to grow by serving patients enrolled in clinical trials.

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Director of Clinical Research Operations - Pediatric Oncology, Monrovia, CA

Director of Clinical Research Operations – Monrovia, CA Oncology clinic needs someone to ensure federally-funded projects are completed on time, in scope and on budget. This person will work with Principal Investigators, Project Directors, CRCs, Clinical Data Analysts and report to the head of operations. The Director of Clinical Research Operations will serve as the primary […]

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2017 San Diego Quality Conference November 3 and 4

Apprenticeship Program to be Featured at 2017 San Diego Quality Conference Friday, November 3, 2017 and Saturday, November 4, 2017 Rosemarie Christopher will be presenting at the 5th Annual 2017 San Diego Quality Conference about the Quality Control Apprenticeship program. The conference theme is Quality and Culture Change: Organizations build and incrementally improve the capability and […]

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How do I calculate the cost of complaints?

How do I calculate the cost of complaints? Do you need to get a rough idea of how much customer complaints are hurting you? Use this formula when talking to your Chief Financial Officer to measure the bottom line impact from the complaints you are receiving. Market Research has also published a decent page on how […]

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Life Science Professional Organizations

Life Science Professional Organizations Below is a list of life science professional organizations that many of our food, pharma, biotech, medical device and clinical research clients are members of. Consider actively participating in some of these organizations to advance your professional career. APCR: Academy of Physicians in Clinical Research AAPS: American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists […]

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Skype Interview Tips - by Matt Gnaizd to Ace Your Online Interviews

Skype Interview Tips Skype interview tips are covered in this great video by Matt Gnaizda. These tips are great for online meetings too. Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQwanxQmFnc   You only get one first impression. Skype has become the first impression that employers get of candidates. These interviews are being used it to whittle down the candidate pool for […]

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Temporary Staffing Agency Fees - US Bureau of Labor Statistics Data

Temporary Staffing Agency Fees Temporary staffing agency fees include base pay, taxes, benefits and overhead.  Using data from March 2016, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average US employee earned earned $23.25 per hour. Employee benefits cost employers $10.70 per hour for a total of $33.94 per hour. Staffing agencies usually quote their fees as […]

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Regulatory Affairs Associate Drug Device Combo, 12 weeks in Pleasanton, CA

Regulatory Affairs Associate Drug Device Combo, 12 weeks in Pleasanton,CA Our large drug/device combo client in Pleasanton, CA needs a temporary Regulatory Affairs Associate. This contract is estimated to last 12 weeks. This person will coordinate most aspects of company regulatory activities and may interface with domestic and international health authorities. Qualifications: • BS or BA […]

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Video Case Studies: How Apprentices Are Solving Problems in Pharma and Food

Video Case Studies: How Apprentices Are Solving Problems in Pharma and Food Companies The transcript and video case studies below feature interviews with host company representatives, mentors and apprentices working in the Pharmaceutical industry and food industry. Transcript of the Video Case Studies: Why Life Science Apprenticeships From 1992 to the present Rx Research Services […]

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Mentorship in Food Manufacturing Quality - Free

Free Mentorship in Food Manufacturing Quality Do you know an aspiring quality control professional who needs a little bit of mentorship? Our Foundation has received funding to pay for Karina Rodriguez to mentor five entry-level Quality professionals in food manufacturing facilities within commuting distance of Orange County. Karina is a Quality Control Consultant for food […]

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Product Development Compliance Manager - Medical Device Tulsa OK

Product Development Compliance Manager – Tulsa OK Relocation assistance to Tulsa, OK approved for this position. Required Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Quality Systems / Regulatory Compliance environment 3-5 years’ experience in medical device industry preferably in Endodontics Irrigation and Obturation BS in Bio Sciences, Engineering or related field Solid understanding of medical […]

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Medical Affairs Manager - Houston TX

Medical Affairs Manager – Houston, TX Our client needs a full time Medical Affairs Manager experienced in investigator initiated research. Relocation assistance is available. Requirements Advanced degree in a scientific field. 8 or more years experience as a Medical Affairs Manager, in medical device industry Management of investigator initiated research Experience developing and managing project […]

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R&D Project Reporting Specialist - temporary position in Irvine, CA

R&D Project Reporting Specialist – temporary in Irvine CA This is estimated to be a one year temporary R&D Project Reporting Specialist position in Irvine CA. We cover 65% of health insurance. Requirements Bachelor’s degree with 6 years relevant work experience or 4 years relevant work experience with a Master’s degree. 2 years relevant experience […]

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FSPCA Preventive Controls Animal Foods Training, September 2017, Tulare, CA

FSPCA Preventive Controls Animal Foods Training, September 2017, Tulare, CA Earn a Certificate of Preventive Controls Animal Foods from Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance Class Schedule Price includes the Preventive Controls handbook, certificate from FSPCA, lunch and snacks. WHEN Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 7:30 AM – Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 1:00 PM (PDT) Attendees must be present […]

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Apprenticeship Program Covered in San Fernando Valley Business Journal

Apprenticeship Program Covered in San Fernando Valley Business Journal Our foundation’s apprenticeship program received front page coverage for our work building a workforce of quality control professionals for the food industry. Here are the first few paragraphs: Fuss Over Food Regulation: Nonprofit tackles lack of quality control workers. by Helen Floers h, Staff Reporter for […]

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Supplier Quality Specialist Needed in Branchburg, NJ

Supplier Quality Specialist Needed in Branchburg, NJ A major pharma client is in need of a temporary Supplier Quality Specialist. This position is estimated to last 6 months. Required knowledge and Skills: B.S. degree Microsoft Words, Excel, and Power-point Presentation Computer Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Preferred Knowledge and Skills: General knowledge about GMP & GDP […]

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Contracts Administrator Temp in Irvine, CA

Contracts Administrator Temp in Irvine, CA Our pharma client in Irvine needs a temporary Contracts Administrator for one year. Qualifications Preferred 2-3 years in corporate office setting Great attention to detail. Great multitasking ability Bachelor’s degree Job Summary: Working with lead paralegal in preparing, examining, analyzing, negotiating, and revising contracts for commercial consulting in the […]

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Formulations Product Development Lab Tech Contract in Irvine, CA

Formulations Product Development Lab Tech Contract in Irvine, CA Our client needs a Contractor to work as Product Development Professional. Contract is estimated for 12 months at their facility in Irvine, CA. Possibility for conversion to full-time after a year. We offer benefits including employer contribution to healthcare for this position. You must have authorization […]

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Sr. Clinical Operations Associate - Contract Position, Pharma in Irvine

Sr. Clinical Operations Associate – Contract Position, Pharma in Irvine Our pharma client needs two Sr. Clinical Operations Associates for a one-year contract. They will work with the Clinical Trial Manager and Operations Study Lead in the operational execution of assigned clinical studies. Requirements Science degree preferably in science or health-related field Previous experience of working on […]

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Project Planner III R&D - Contract Position, Pharma in Irvine

Project Planner III R&D – Contract Position, Pharma in Irvine A Project Planner is needed by our pharmaceutical client in Irvine, CA. This is a one-year on-site position. Requirements: Life science and/or business degree with at least 5 years of experience in the industry, preferably with a sponsor or CRO. MS degree and PMP certification […]

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Medical Science Liaison Dermatology Work From Home Near San Francisco

Medical Science Liaison – Dermatology Work From Home Near San Francisco Our client needs a Medical Science Liaison with Dermatology experience who lives in the San Francisco, CA area to cover the Northwest geography. Education and Experience • Advanced degree with health science background (Pharm.D, M.D., Ph.D, preferred) • Preferred minimum 3 year total specific industry […]

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Medical Communications Jobs in Pharmaceuticals

Medical Communications Jobs We have multiple  Medical Communications Jobs at our large pharma clients in Irvine, CA and Los Angeles on a contract basis. Most urgent need is for a Medical Communications Specialist to work with team of medical information professionals to capture unsolicited medical inquiries from health care professionals, consumers, and

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Regulatory Affairs Project Manager Job Medical Device

Regulatory Affairs Project Manager Job – Medical Device Our client needs a Regulatory Affairs Project Manager  to support Asia Pacific (Japan, China, South Korea and Taiwan) regulatory approvals for implantables. Comfort and experience working hands on with design and validation reports and other technical files is needed. Requirements Previous experience authoring or approving design and validation […]

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Medical Monitor Oncology Job (US-based Remote )

Medical Monitor Oncology Job (US-Based Remote) We have a medical monitor oncology job for a doctor with experience in clinical drug development. The doctor will help our foreign-based client with their US clinical trials. Work is estimated to take 20 hours per month to start. Requirements Medical Doctorate (MD) or equivalent 5 years clinical drug […]

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Global Pharmaceutical Labeling Manager - Contract position in Irvine CA

Global Pharmaceutical Labeling Manager – Contract position in Irvine CA Our client needs a Contractor to work as Manager of Global Pharmaceutical Labeling. Contract is estimated for 12 months at their facility in Irvine, CA. Possibility for conversion to full-time after a year. We offer benefits including employer contribution to healthcare for this position. You […]

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Human Resource Accounting Assistant job openings

Human Resource Accounting Assistant job openings Boutique search agency in Glendale, CA seeks hiring for the first of multiple Human Resource Accounting Assistant job openings. We need someone part time who can become full time as we fulfill the needs of new clients. Requirements Both: 1-2 years experience in Human Resources and 1-2 years experience […]

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General Liability Insurance Increased to $10 million at MEIRxRS

Your Staffing contractors now have general liability insurance for up to $10 million We have increased our general liability insurance coverage for contractors, temps and temps to hire from $2 million to $10 million to better serve our customers. Additionally, we are carrying an additional $2 million for Errors and Omissions – after all there […]

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FSPCA FSMA Training, June 2017 Pomona, CA

FSPCA FSMA Training, June 2017, Cal Poly, Pomona, CA Four reasons to take FSPCA FSMA Training: FDA requires food companies with more than $1M in revenues have a plan by September 19, 2017 Plans must be signed off by someone with a FSPCA certificate Writing a plan is a 5-6 month process The learning manual […]

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GVP Pharmacovigilance Audits - Senior GVP Audit Project Manager needed

GVP Pharmacovigilance Audits – Senior GVP Audit/Project Manager Needed Our client needs a full-time Senior GVP Audit/Project Manager to handle their GVP Pharmacovigilance Audits. This person will plan and perform domestic and international GVP audits to assess the company’s compliance to local and international government regulations. They will also assess internal SOPs as they relate […]

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Avoiding an Employment Development Department Audit

Avoiding an Employment Development Department Audit The Employment Development Department (EDD) conducts payroll tax audits of businesses operating in California. Here are some triggers that cause a company to get audited: The 1099 independent contractor (IC) files an unemployment claim. This creates suspicion because ICs are NOT eligible for unemployment. The 1099 IC files a workers’ compensation […]

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Clinical Operation Manager Needed, Remote / Work from Home

Clinical Operation Manager Needed, Remote / Work from Home Clinical Operation Manager needed by our client to co-ordinate clinical study design and implementation at a program and functional level according to Good clinical practice (GCP). Clinical Operation Manager Qualifications Position requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree and at least 5 years of clinical […]

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Oncology Medical Writer Needed, Remote Work

Oncology Medical Writer Needed, Remote Work Our client is in need of an experienced oncology medical writer. The medical writer will translate the scientific hypotheses of clinical trials into lay terms for patient population and patient navigators. Ideally, you have experience in consumer-facing communication. The client is developing software to better match stage

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QA Engineer - Medical Devices & IVD Manufacturer, Los Angeles, CA

QA Engineer – Medical Devices & IVD Manufacturer, Los Angeles, CA QA Engineer needed to manage the selection, qualification, and monitoring of suppliers including finished device, OEM, and contract manufacturers. This person will play a key role in working with suppliers to resolve quality issues (SCAPAs), resolving internal non-conforming product issues, addressing incoming inspection challenges, including […]

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