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CRISPR Used to Genetically Modify Human Embryo in the US

2017-07-27 20:50:34| Extremetech

Researchers in the US have limited CRISPR experiments on the human genome, but for the first time, a US team has successfully edited a human embryo with CRISPR. The post CRISPR Used to Genetically Modify Human Embryo in the US appeared first on ExtremeTech.

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Human in Vitro Fertilisation Could Evolve Thanks to Piglet Study

2017-07-21 02:00:00| ThePigSite - Industry News

US - It is estimated that parents seeking to have children through in vitro fertilization (IVF) spend between $12,000 and $15,000 each session plus the cost of medications, which could average between $3,000 and $5,000.

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Head of the Human Resources Department

2017-07-11 15:11:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Internal Services. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Head of the Human Resources Department This post is classified A6 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESA Headquarters, Paris, France Description The Head of the Human Resources Department reports directly to the Director of Internal Services. Duties Defining, in consultation with the Agencys management and staff representatives and according to Agency needs, its human resources strategy and policy including in the areas of Agency Social Security and Pension Schemes and, in close cooperation with the Chief Diversity Officer, of diversity and equal opportunities management and ensuring its uniform implementation throughout the Agency Providing HR solutions and guidance to staff and managers on all human resources matters and managing HR operations, such as recruitment, staff training and development, mobility, career and talent management and staff administration Developing, in close cooperation with the Workforce Management Office, the Agencys organisational structure, including postgrade assessments, providing staffing planning within the targets set by the workforce allocation and together with the respective Directorates, and supporting change management Drafting, updating and revising the Staff Regulations, Rules and Instructions and the Pension Scheme Rules in line with the relevant human resources policy decisions and in consultation with the Legal Services Department Representing the Agency at Coordinated Organisation level, in joint committees and advisory boards as stated in the Staff Regulations, Rules and Instructions and liaising with staff representatives Ensuring internal communication on human resources matters Ensuring the suitability of occupational health management and the systematic promotion of health within the Agency, in close liaison with the Estates and Facility Management Department Appointing one HR local representative per site, in particular to support Heads of Establishment in their dealings with staff matters and staff in their interfacing with host country authorities, and to liaise with the local staff associations Supporting ESAwide change management, including implementing HRrelated actions in the framework of the Life at ESA Initiative. Technical competencies Knowledge understanding of the Agencys core business Experience in developing and implementing HRrelated policies and services Knowledge of organisation development and change management methodology Experience in negotiating with different stakeholders Leadership competencies Developing motivating people Driving performance Fostering cooperation effective teamworking Leading change Strategic vision business context Behavioural competencies Ambassadorship Communication Responsible decisionmaking Education Applicants should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification. Work experience in an international environment is an asset. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Please note that applicants may be required to undergo aptitude testing, including recognised psychometric testing as well as problemsolving and decisionmaking exercises. The selection process is being supported by the executive search company Mercuri Urval. External candidates are requested to send a copy of their cover letter and CV to zuerich.chmercuriurval.com. The closing date for application is 31 August 2017 If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Canada and Slovenia. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.

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South Dakota biologics center to improve animal, human health

2017-07-06 11:00:00| National Hog Farmer

New center brings together researchers from two universities South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota and four departments, veterinary and biomedical sciences, health and nutritional sciences and biology and microbiology at SDSU and basic biomedical sciences at the USD Sanford Medical School.

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