Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV)
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Scientific Officer (logistic and scientific support)    1 post

Scientific Officer (project manager)                    2 posts


The Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) has been established as a
partnership between public sector agencies, philanthropic foundations and
industry for the sustainable discovery and development of new antimalarial
drugs at prices affordable to developing countries. In this regard it
works closely with the Roll Back Malaria Partnership that has been
initiated through the World Health Organisation to help develop
sustainable solutions for the reduction of the global malaria disease
burden. For further information see www.mmv.org.

MMV is established in Geneva as an independent not for profit Swiss
Foundation. It has an entrepreneurial, start-up mentality and has
established a novel paradigm through which it selects, monitors and
manages its R&D portfolio, which is currently undergoing expansion. We are
looking for three talented individuals to join the scientific staff of
this venture and make an impact on the success of its scientific
programmes.

Commitment to the ideals embodied in MMV and a willingness to work as part
of a small, integrated professional team, together with demonstrated
scientific and technical excellence, are key attributes for these
positions.

MMV is an equal opportunity employer. Terms and conditions will reflect
the experience of the successful applicants, who should have a PhD or MD
in a relevant discipline and work experience related to malaria and / or
drug R&D. Prior international experience will be an asset for these
Geneva-based positions.


Scientific Officer (logistic and scientific support)  1 post

The successful candidate will provide logistical, administrative and
scientific support to the Chief Scientific Officer and other scientific
staff and assist with the overall management of MMV $BCT (B research
portfolio. The successful candidate will need to develop a strong interest
in, and understanding of, the science underlying MMV projects and the
process of drug R&D. She / he must also be able to analyse issues and
communicate these effectively to others, both internally and externally.

Good writing ability, experience of assisting in the planning of projects,
use of project planning programme software and experience in the
establishment of science databases would be an advantage.


Scientific Officer (project manager)  2 posts

The successful candidates will take on responsibility for monitoring and,
where appropriate, managing several specific MMV drug discovery and
development projects. Experience in drug discovery and development, in
either the public or private sectors, and an understanding of regulatory
processes are essential prerequisites for these positions.

The holders of these positions will be expected to fully participate in
the further development of MMV $BCT (B scientific strategy, to help
identify potential projects for future funding and to help identify
industrial partners in both developed and developing countries for the
development, manufacture and commercialisation of antimalarials.


Those interested in applying are requested to submit a letter of
application and CV to the address below by April 6th.


Mrs. Diana Cotran
Human Resources and Administration Manager
Medicines for Malaria Venture
International Centre Cointrin
Box 1826
CH-1215 Geneva 15
Switzerland

Tel.            +41-22-799-4060
Fax             +41-22-799-4061
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MMV gratefully recognises the funding and support it has received from the
following organisations: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Exxon
Corporation, Global Forum for Health Research, International Federation of
Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Associations, Rockefeller Foundation, Roll
Back Malaria Partnership, Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation,
The Netherlands Minister for Development Cooperation, United Kingdom
Department for International Development, World Bank, World Health
Organisation.