Employment

Sanaria is currently expanding its activities and is accepting inquiries and resumes for the positions listed below. If you are interested in furthering your career with us please send the following information to careers@sanaria.com or fax to (301) 770 5554:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Salary requirements

Sanaria is an equal opportunity employer.

Project Coordinator

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. In addition the Project Coordinator will assist the CEO of Sanaria with organization and tasks. This is a unique opportunity to work under one of the leading figures in infectious disease research.

Qualified candidates are required to have a Bachelors degree in a scientific or medical subject. Ideal candidate would be one who is following a pre-medical or pre-PhD educational track. It is critical that the applicant commands the ability to be both flexible and well organized. Other skills include: critical thinking, decision-making, problem solving, ability to plan and manage events, good communication skills, strength in character, ability to work well in a team, work and negotiate in a high stress environment. It is also vital that the Project Coordinator be presentable as they will often represent our company to our global partners and affiliates. All applicants must have U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.

If interested please e-mail us (careers@sanaria.com) with your resume and salary history, and a paragraph about yourself in the body of the e-mail.

Research Associate, Sporozoite Extraction and Immunology

The Research Associate will be involved with the malaria PfSPZ vaccine Production and Research endeavors at Sanaria. This position primarily involves participation in activities related to extraction and quantification of the sporozoite stage of the malaria parasite and characterization of the parasite's biological attributes in cell culture assays and experimental models. The incumbent is also expected to participate in research projects designed to test the immunogenicity of vaccine formulations.

Qualified candidates must have a Master's Degree in Biology or a Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years experience in one or more of the following: malaria, cell culture, immunology. Excellent communication, writing, team work and organization skills and the willingness to learn new experimental techniques are required. Experience with sterile technique, microscopy and tissue culture is desirable. A background in GMP Manufacturing is a plus. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required.

Clinical Research Associate

The Clinical Research Associate will audit trial monitors of investigational vaccine studies in Phases I, II; review monitoring plans and reports generated by trial monitors during the trial; ensure proper documentation for shipment of trial related material is in place (i.e., import license etc. for overseas trial); act as the main line of communication between the sponsor and the investigator; verify that all research staff, facilities and investigational products have adequate qualifications and resources and these remain adequate throughout.

In addition, this Associate will communicate deviations from the protocol, SOPs, GCP, and the applicable regulatory requirements to the investigator or Sponsor; ensure that the investigator files all deviations in accordance with GCP; write and maintain all clinical SOPs for the Sponsor; maintain proper filing of all clinical documents in the Sponsor Trial Master File and conducts pre-qualification of clinical site prior to study start.

Qualified candidates are required to have a Master's degree in science-related field and 3+ year's experience in a clinical trial setting (trial coordination/management etc.). Prior infectious experience, is preferred. Additionally, knowledge of protocol and analysis plan, GCPs and clinical database, strong analytical skills and excellent interpersonal skills/strong leadership abilities are essential. 40% international travel required as well as U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.