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Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

INDUSTRY OVERVIEW & JOB OUTLOOK  
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/search/ooh.asp?qu=Biotechnology&ct=OOH
Vault.com http://www.vault.com/cb/careerlib/careerlib_main.jsp?parrefer=411

SAMPLE RELEVANT BABSON CONCENTRATIONS  
Entrepreneurship Finance
Marketing Accounting
Science & Society Strategic Management

SAMPLE BIOTECHNOLOGY COMPANIES RECRUITING ON-CAMPUS  
Pfizer, Inc. Biopure Corporation
The Medicines Company Fisher Scientific International, Inc.
Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Biogen IDEC
SAMPLE COMPANIES RECRUITING FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY POSITIONS Industry of Company
Boston Biomedical Consultants Consulting
Equinox Group Consulting
Clarkston Consulting Consulting

SALARY DATA  
Salary.com www.salary.com

ONLINE RESOURCES  
Mass. Biotech Council
A not-for-profit organization that provides services and support for the Massachusetts biotechnology industry.
http://www.massbio.org/
Career Resources for Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Industries http://www.medzilla.com/
Bioview: Careers for Life in Science http://www.bioview.com/
Biotechnology Industry Organization
Biotechnology information, advocacy and business support.  This site includes a media guide with an overview of the industry, a directory of members, industry news and other links to other sites.
http://www.bio.org/
New York Biotechnology Organization
A not-for-profit trade association dedicated to the development and growth of New York State-based biotechnology related industries and institutions.
http://www.nyba.org/
Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America
The leading trade organization in the industry.  Has information about new drugs in development as well as employment resources.
http://www.phrma.org/
Pharmaceutical Online
Contains product information as well as career news.
http://www.pharmaceuticalonline.com/
International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Associations
Represents the research-based pharmaceutical industry and other manufacturers of prescription medicines, worldwide.  The site includes a list of member associations from several countries.
http://www.ifpma.org/

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT CCD
Wetfeet Guide: 20 Top Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Firms
Insiders Guide to the World of Pharmaceutical Sales
Medical and Pharmaceutical Sales: How to Land the Job of Your Dreams

SAMPLE JOB TITLES SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION
Biologist Studies the basic principles of plant and animal life and the affects of varying environmental and physical conditions such as radioactivity or pollution. Studies reactions of plants, animals, and marine species to parasites, bacteria, pharmaceuticals and chemicals. Requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Biomedical Engineering Technician Assembles, maintains, and repairs various medical equipment. Tests the functionality of equipment and takes accuracy, sensitivity, and selectivity measurements. Assists medical staff in operation of equipment. May require an associate's degree in biomedical engineering or electronic engineering. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.  (www.salary.com)
Chemist Evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances in order to investigate their applications to medicine and other industries. Requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.  (www.salary.com)
Clinical Programmer Coordinates, programs, analyzes, and evaluates clinical data; typically programs using SAS programming language. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)

Clinical Research Associate

Analyzes and evaluates clinical data. Ensures compliance with protocol and overall clinical objectives. May require a BS, RN, or BSN degree or equivalent and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Knowledge of FDA regulatory requirements is required. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Clinical Research Associate (Biotech)  Identifies, selects, initiates, and closes-out appropriate investigational sites for clinical studies. Monitors those sites in order to ensure that studies are carried out according to the study protocol, SOPs, applicable regulations and the principles of Good Clinical Practice. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Drug Safety/Medical Information Specialist Responsible for the collecting, monitoring, processing, and distribution of the adverse event reports and information queries for investigational and marketed products. Reviews safety and medical information for the assigned products, including safety components of protocols and studies for assigned drugs. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Manufacturing Engineer Plans and designs manufacturing processes in industrial plant. Maximizes efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization. Determines parts and tools needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification. May require a bachelor's degree in engineering and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Medical Writer Responsible for researching, writing, and editing clinical/statistical reports and study protocols: summarizes data from clinical studies for submission to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). May require a bachelor's/master's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Microbiologist Identifies, isolates and studies micro-organisms, bacteria and their byproducts. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Process Associate Responsible for developing production procedures to optimize manufacturing and/or regulatory requirements. Researches new technologies and procedures to enhance production. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com)
Process Engineer Responsible for designing and implementing manufacturing processes, equipment, and plants (from pilot to fully operational). Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com)
Quality Assurance Specialist Responsible for all activities involving quality assurance and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements; conducts audits and reviews/analyzes data and documentation. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Quality Control Analyst Responsible for biological and chemical evaluation of final product, intermediate products, raw materials, and production facilities. Duties include performing QC assays, writing and establishing specifications, assisting in the validation of QC assays, and writing Standard Operating Procedures. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a manager. (www.salary.com)
Regulatory Affairs Specialist Responsible for filing necessary applications and handling all government interactions pertaining to the regulation process for products requiring governmental approval. Assists in developing procedures to ensure regulatory compliance. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com
Research & Development Associate Participates in research and development activities. Utilizes established mathematical and scientific techniques to compile and analyze data. Writes technical reports detailing procedures, outcomes, and observations. Requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Research Associate Conducts extensive analysis and report to management on key findings of market research initiatives conducted for major biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and healthcare organizations. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Sales Representative This is an incentive eligible position. Responsibilities include developing new prospects, establishing customers, and selling an organization's products and/or services. May require an associate's degree or its equivalent with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com)
Statistician Analyzes and interprets data from various sources. Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Technical Writer Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses. May be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of the document. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Works under immediate supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)

 

 

 

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