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  • [Photo] Oliwia Nowak • November 8, 2011
    YOU are highly motivated and always committed to deliver work of the highest quality. You encourage collaboration and enjoy working in a team. You are a passionate individual who likes creative and international work environments.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    The successful candidate will join the Biological Systems Research Unit of Philip Morris Products S.A. in Neuchatel, Switzerland and will be responsible for the generation of high quality microarray data from in vitro, in vivo and clinical samples.

    This also includes improvement of current methods and validation of new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to support the development of new products with the potential to reduce the risks of smoking-related diseases.

    Specifically, you will:
    • Design and execute Affymetrix microarray data generation workflows
    • Oversee Affymetrix microarray projects conducted in the lab
    • Maintain, troubleshoot and perform day-to-day work on Affymetrix microarray catridge and GeneTitan equipment
    • Develop and improve RNA extraction protocols from cell lines, tissues, microdissected cells as well as depleted serum
    • Analyze current process procedures and provide feedback for their optimization and improvement, documenting processes and improvements to methods
    • Perform the Quality Control of the microarray raw data
    • Consult on research projects with other laboratories
    • Develop, assess and adapt new technologies, protocols and software
    • Supervise and train laboratory technicians
    • Conduct other laboratory work as needed
    • Contribute to the writing of project proposals and manuscripts describing the methods

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Completed education as a laboratory technician (Federal Certificate of Capacity or BSc) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related field plus seven years of laboratory experience in nucleic acid research is required
    • At least three years of practical experience with Affymetrix GeneChip Systems for array cartridges
    • Prior experience with GeneTitan Systems for array plates
    • Solid knowledge of molecular biology equipment and related protocols (including RNA and DNA preparation, RNA and DNA quantification, hybridization, qRT-PCR, multiplex amplification and bead-based solutions)
    • At ease with quality systems and database management (LIMS)
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
    • Previous experience as a lead technician or research scientist in a molecular biology laboratory would be considered a plus
    • Experience with bioinformatics analysis is a plus
    • Fluency in English
    • Good general laboratory and organizational skills
    • Ability to work independently, efficiently and to multitask
    • Good communication skills
    • Well developed problem solving skills
    • Teamwork and cooperation
    • Analytical skills
    • Creative thinking
    A valid Swiss work permit or Swiss or EU-25/EFTA citizenship is required for this position.

    COMPENSATION

    You will be part of the PMI Research & Development Department, whose primary mission is to research and develop new products with the potential to reduce the risks of smoking-related diseases.

    You will benefit from our dynamic team of professionals, working in a multicultural environment.

    We offer an excellent salary and benefits package as well as a relocation allowance (where appropriate).

    ABOUT US

    Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) is the leading international tobacco company, with seven of the world's top 15 brands, including the number one cigarette brand worldwide. PMI's products are sold in approximately 180 countries. In 2010, the company held an estimated 16.0% share of the total international cigarette market outside of the U.S., or 27.6% excluding the People's Republic of China and the U.S.

    For more information, see http://www.pmi.com

    HOW TO APPLY

    Want to discover your potential? Come join our team!

    If you match our profile and you are interested in joining our dynamic team of professionals, please reply online.

    Please apply online at http://www.pmicareers.com

    ARTICLE

    Job Code: H9

    POLICY

    PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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