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Sangamo BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: SGMO) is a biotechnology company focused on the research, development and commercialization of ZFPs for gene regulation and gene modification.

Sangamo provides a friendly and casual work environment that is intellectually inspiring and professionally stimulating. Sangamo has excellent growth opportunities for highly qualified and motivated individuals.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits; Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and a 125 cafeteria plan. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to join a dyanamic team and become a key player in the development of a powerful technology into a novel therapeutics platform.

Job Openings

The following is a list of open positions with Sangamo BioSciences. (Updated 03/02/2010)

Clinical Research Associate III
Clinical Research Associate II

Scientific Programmer (Programmer / Analyst I)

Clinical Research Associate III

Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist in the design, planning and implementation of clinical research projects
  • Manage the development of protocols, Investigator Brochures, case report forms, informed consents, study manuals and study budgets
  • Negotiate and finalize site contracts and budgets, manage and calculate site payments
  • Perform site visits including site qualification, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits; co-monitor with regional monitors and review monitoring reports
  • Ensure adherence to the protocol providing for accurate data collection, documenting drug accountability and compliance with federal regulations
  • Represent Sangamo BioSciences in a professional manner; establish and maintain good relationships with investigators and study site personnel
  • Maintain frequent site contact; prepare and track required documentation and manage study supplies at clinical sites
  • Oversee and track project progress at assigned sites (patient status, safety/adverse events, CRF completion, payments, study drug supply, regulatory documents).
  • Review data listings on an ongoing basis
  • Assist in planning Investigator Meetings
  • Assist in preparing interim study analyses, annual reports, and clinical study reports
  • Manage external vendors, develop study specifications, and finalize vendor contracts; vendors may include and are not limited to Contract Research Organizations (CROs), central laboratories, interactive voice response service for randomization (IVRS)

    Requirements

  • 4 to 5 years of Pharmaceutical industry experience including direct site management
  • BA/BS degree in nursing, pharmacy, life sciences or health-related discipline
  • Thorough knowledge of GCP, ICH and FDA regulations
  • Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and able to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated, assertive and able to function independently or as part of a team
  • Strong written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to travel 30-40%


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    Clinical Research Associate II

    Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Assist in the design, planning and implementation of clinical research projects
  • Assist in the development of protocols, Investigator Brochures, case report forms, informed consents, study manuals and study budgets
  • Facilitate the negotiation of site contracts and budgets, manage and calculate site payments
  • Perform site visits including site qualification, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits; co-monitor with regional monitors and review monitoring reports >
  • Ensure adherence to the protocol providing for accurate data collection, documenting drug accountability and compliance with federal regulations
  • Represent Sangamo BioSciences in a professional manner; establish and maintain good relationships with investigators and study site personnel
  • Maintain frequent site contact; prepare and track required documentation and manage study supplies at clinical sites
  • Oversee and track project progress at assigned sites (patient status, safety/adverse events, CRF completion, payments, study drug supply, regulatory documents).
  • Review data listings on an ongoing basis
  • Assist in planning Investigator Meetings
  • Assist in preparing interim study analyses, annual reports, and clinical study reports

    Requirements

  • 2 to 3 years of Pharmaceutical industry experience including direct site management
  • BA/BS degree in nursing, pharmacy, life sciences or health-related discipline
  • Thorough knowledge of GCP, ICH and FDA regulations
  • Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and able to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated, assertive and able to function independently or as part of a team
  • Strong written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to travel 30-40%

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    Scientific Programmer (Programmer / Analyst I)

    Sangamo seeks a talented computer programmer (or scientist with exceptional programming skills) to fill an open position in our Technology group. The successful candidate will work with the group to improve our core protein design platform and related bioinformatics tools. Critical activities will include maintenance of our relational databases, data mining for patterns and trends, and the development of custom analysis scripts and web-based tools. The position requires adaptability, creativity and a capacity for constant innovation in pursuit of company goals. The work is exciting, fast-paced and directly impacts the company’s scope and capabilities.

    Requirements:

  • B.S. in computer science, biology, chemistry or related field
  • Proficiency with python (or proficiency with PERL, JAVA or C/C+ and the ability to learn python)
  • A demonstrated proficiency in bioinformatics (i.e. a degree, a relevant scientific publication, or work experience)
  • Familiarity with UNIX-based operating systems
  • Strong written and oral communications skills
  • An ability to work in a team-oriented, multidisciplinary environment.

    Additional attractive qualities include:

  • A graduate degree in computer science, biology, chemistry or related field
  • The ability to program in R or other statistical computer languages
  • Experience with relational databases
  • Experience with web-based applications.

    If you feel you are qualified for this position, please send a cover letter and your resume / CV in electronic form to jobs@sangamo.com
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    Requirements are consistent with position levels and duties.
    Salaries are commensurate with experience levels.

    In addition to a competitive salary and excellent benefits, Sangamo offers stock options.

    Sangamo is an equal opportunity employer.




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