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Amgen and Merck Announce Expansion of Collaboration to Support Studies of Talimogene Laherparepvec in Combination with KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab) in Patients with Head and Neck Cancer
2015-05-29 14:30:32| Merck.com - Product News
Dateline City: THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. and KENILWORTH, N.J. Companies Also Plan to Initiate Phase 3 Trial in Combination for Advanced Melanoma THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. and KENILWORTH, N.J., - May 29, 2015 Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) and Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside the U.S. and Canada, today announced an expanded collaboration to evaluate the efficacy and safety of talimogene laherparepvec, Amgens investigational oncolytic immunotherapy, in combination with KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab), Mercks anti-PD-1 therapy, in a Phase 1, open-label trial of patients with recurrent or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck (SCCHN). Language: English read more
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EO Future Studies Technology Development Engineer
2015-05-29 12:05:45| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support to ESA in the domain of Earth Observation. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview The candidate shall provide engineering support within the Technology Coordination Frequency Management Section EOPSFT of the Future Missions Division EOPSF of ESAs EOP Directorate. The role of the EOPSF Division is to prepare new Earth observation EO missions and technologies. The work includes the coordination of technology activities performed within ESA and the relevant technology requirements derived from the new concepts proposed for EO missions. This includes contributions to the definition, evaluation and followup of technology developments and their implication in terms of system performance, together with experts in the Division, in the rest of the EO Directorate and in the Technical and Quality Management Directorate DTEC. Additionally, phase 0 and phase A studies of new Earth Science and Earth Application missions are conducted in the Division. The Technology Coordination Section is responsible for the identification of technology requirements for future Earth Observation missions and contributes to the establishment of the EO strategy for technology development. A solid collaboration with the other divisions in the EO directorate and ESAs technical directorate is essential for this work. The principal tasks of the Technology Development Engineer will include support to the identification of the technology requirements for future Earth observations missions, including in support of European industries competitiveness providing support to technology developments for future Earth Observation missions, that are conducted in the technology coordination section support to ESAs technology harmonisation process support to missions under preparation through participation to reviews, assessment of industrial results maintaining and improving the Earth Observation technology database providing support to technology developments within the new and prospective ESA member states Poland, Romania, Hungary, Estonia and PECS countries The nature of the work requires a wide spectrum of knowledge in engineering physics with a natural inclination for learning and understanding new technologies. Specific qualification requirements University degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification A minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience post Degree Solid knowledge of techniques used in Earth Observation missions Solid background in satellite system and subsystem technologies Proficient in the English language Spoken and Written Good communication and technical writing skills Ability to work in a team and independently Problemsolving oriented attitude Experience in mission analysis and system engineering in general Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration. Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Provide prior to 11 June 2015 a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Recruitment Form to Mr. Alex Jeanes, at email alexjeanesaurora.nl quoting reference EOP46. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their detailed technical proposal and candidates to ESA by midday 18 June 2015.
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Future Studies Technology Development Engineer
2015-05-29 10:06:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
HE Space is a successful international space company. For over 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for a Future Studies Technology Development Engineer to support our customer in the Netherlands. Future Studies Technology Development Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the Earth Observation DEOP Directorate at the European Space Research and Technology Centre ESTEC, you will have the following responsibilities Support the identification of the technology requirements for future Earth observations missions, including in support of European industries competitiveness Providing support to technology developments for future Earth Observation missions, that are conducted in the technology coordination section Support ESAs technology harmonisation process Support missions under preparation through participation to reviews, assessment of industrial results Maintaining and improving the Earth Observation technology database Providing support to technology developments within the new and prospective ESA member states Poland, Romania, Hungary, Estonia and PECS countries Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification Solid knowledge of techniques used in Earth Observation missions Solid background in satellite system and subsystem technologies Relevant experience according to the task description Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Noordwijk. We welcome applicants who are available from July 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Julia Niehaus at jobshespace.com, quoting job NLSC2630 before 15Jun15. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Apply for this job
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Martin County studies potential railcar disaster
2015-05-19 14:16:29| Railroads - Topix.net
On Tuesday morning, Martin County commissioners will look at what firefighters say could happen if a railcar on the Florida East Coast rail tracks crashed carrying chemicals. The county says the report is a direct response to All Aboard Florida's plans to run more trains on the FEC tracks.
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Studies: Climate change to bring more heat waves, stronger hurricanes
2015-05-18 22:40:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
USA Today: Talk about your summer bummer. The number of Americans sweltering through stifling heat waves could well quadruple over the next few decades, according to a study Monday in the British journal Nature Climate Change. As if that weren't enough, a separate study in the same journal said hurricanes are likely to become more intense, even as their number declines. In the heat wave study, researchers said people living in Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, Oklahoma City, Phoenix, Tampa and San...
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