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NewLink Genetics is a biopharmaceutical company located in Ames, Iowa. We are developing novel drugs with a primary focus on cancer. NewLink remains steadfast in its primary focus to take novel treatments and diagnostics through the clinical trials process and bringing products to market. We offer a diverse workforce with a competitive salary and benefit package. We currently have the following openings:

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Research Associate in Vaccine Production

NewLink Genetics is an emerging biopharmaceutical company focused on discovery and development of novel, immunotherapeutic agents. Our mission is to achieve breakthrough improvements in the survival and quality-of-life of cancer patients.

We are seeking a Research Associate in Vaccine Production to join our team. The successful candidate will be a member of the current good manufacturing practice, cGMP, group. The Research Associate in Vaccine Production will participate in cancer vaccine production regulated by the FDA. Responsibilities include following standard operating procedures, working with tissues cultures in biosafety cabinets using sterile techniques, cleaning the manufacturing facilities, general waste and biohazardous waste removal, following cGMP documentation practices and other general duties.

An AA or BS is preferred in a science field. Candidates should have strong reading skills, good verbal and written communication and some computer skills, must be detail-oriented, able to organize large amounts of data and work well within a team environment.

To apply, please fill out our application form.

We offer a diverse workforce with a competitive salary and benefit package.

Senior Scientist for Process Development in Cell Immunotherapy Products

NewLink is an emerging biopharmaceutical company focused on discovery and development of novel, immunotherapeutic agents. Our mission is to achieve breakthrough improvements in the survival and quality-of-life of cancer patients.
Responsibilities:

  • Implement Process Development program for novel whole cell immunotherapy products.
  • Responsible for designing and performing optimization of cell growth and final formulation procedures. Scale-up to commercial, including validation, are included goals.
  • Developing and establishing product seed stocks.
  • Supervise tech transfer to manufacturing for Master Cell Banks, Working Cell Banks and Production Lots to support clinical development.
  • Authoring Batch Production Records and applicable Standard Operating Procedures to support tech transfer.
  • Supervisory role in process development and tech transfer to manufacturing
  • Provide leadership by example and by sharing of knowledge/skills
  • Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals

Requirements:

  • M.S., Ph.D. or Pharm.D. in Biology, Pharmacy or related scientific discipline
  • Experience in cell culture techniques is a must
  • Ability to design and execute process optimization and validation programs, including experimental design and method validation
  • Experience in cGMP for biologics highly preferred.

Please apply using the following application form: application form

We offer a diverse workforce with a competitive salary and benefits package.

EOE

Information Systems Specialist

NewLink Genetics is an emerging biopharmaceutical company focused on discovery and development of novel, immunotherapeutic agents. Our mission is to achieve breakthrough improvements in the survival and quality-of-life of cancer patients.

We are seeking an Information Systems Specialist. Duties include end user support (help desk), creative problem solving, and server support. Support is done over phone and in person, on both hardware and software issues.

The right candidate will have experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008 and related applications. Experience with supporting Windows XP/Windows 7 on the desktop is also required. You need to be able to prioritize tasks in a sometimes high stress environment. Attention to detail and strong documentation skills are a must. You need to be motivated and be able to focus on assigned tasks. You also need the ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.

This position will be full time with flexible scheduling.

Desired Skills Profile:

Languages: ASP.NET, C#, Perl

Databases: MSSQL, MySQL

Applications: Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007/2010, Microsoft Exchange Server 2007/2010, Microsoft SQL Server 2005/2008, Microsoft Data Protection Manager 2007/2010, VoIP Telephone Systems specifically Mitel and Mitel UCA. Open source server applications such as Samba Server, qmail/qpsmtpd, Apache, and BIND.

Development apps: SharePoint Designer 2010, Visual Stuido 2010, Dreamweaver

Client-Side apps: Office 2007/2010, Adobe, as well as many specialized scientific/biological applications and laboratory equipment

OS: Fedora Linux, Windows Server 2003/2008, Windows XP Pro, Windows 7

Simple hardware maintenance: Memory upgrades, replacing Hard Disks, etc...

To apply, please fill out our application form.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic, growing company. We offer a diverse workforce with a competitive salary and benefit package.

EOE

Part Time GMP Cleaning Associate

Description:

    • Responsible for cleaning GMP ISO 8 areas, gowning and staging areas, Inventory Control, Quality Control Biosafety Level II Laboratory, locker rooms, and hallways on a daily basis for 4 hours per day. Working hours are flexible.
    • For daily cleaning of ISO 8 areas, gowning and staging areas, the part time GMP cleaning specialist will need to follow written procedures regarding clean room behavior, gowning requirements, and cleaning instructions. Gowning will consist of wearing protective sterile full body gown over scrubs, booties, gloves, hood, and goggles. Being fully gowned up as specified is a must. Cleaning of these areas will consist of cleaning floors, walls, and ceiling.
    • Will be cleaning the Quality Control Biosafety Level II Laboratory on a weekly basis
    • Will be cleaning the Inventory Control Room on a bi-weekly basis
    • Will be cleaning the locker rooms on a bi-weekly basis

Requirements:

  • Must be willing and able to clean for 4 hours per day Monday - Friday
  • Must be willing and able to clean walls and ceilings
  • Must be willing and able to pass Gowning Certifications
  • Must be willing and able to pass Blood Borne Pathogen Training
  • Need to be proficient in the English language – Reading, Writing and Communicating

To apply, please fill out our application form.
We offer a diverse workforce with a competitive salary and benefit package.

EOE