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Vice President, Ocular Operations               

Baltimore, MD or Memphis, TN

TBI/Tissue Banks International is seeking an experienced, motivated individual to provide oversight and direction for the TBI network Ocular Operations to ensure a highly coordinated approach to TBI’s ocular processing, distribution and marketing functions; providing a high level of service to TBI’s donor recovery locations and their management to maximize the placement of corneal and other ocular tissue.  This is an Executive Staff level position, and requires a full commitment to TBI’s mission that guides our work and will continue to do so.

This position is based either at TBI Headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland or The National Eye Bank Center in Memphis, Tennessee.

The Vice President, Ocular Operations is responsible to provide oversight and direction of the management of The National Eye Bank Center to support maximizing efficiencies and maintaining and consistently improving quality for timely evaluation and release of ocular tissues and specialty tissues; management of the Tissue Distribution and Information Center efficient placement of the maximum number of ocular tissue for full fee; and management of the International Division to ensure achievement of TBI’s international mission and objectives

Requirements

Candidates require a Bachelors degree or equivalent education and work experience, M.S. in business or administration a plus. Experience in sales, marketing, production, general management or as the head of a department or division and knowledge of eye or tissue banking preferred.  Additional requirements include expert leadership skills, proven effectiveness in dealing with people and ability to communicate a sense of mission; excellent interpersonal communications, public speaking and writing skills, and the ability to build relationships necessary for program success; knowledgeable in development of markets and program efficiencies; demonstrated ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines and initiate action to correct problems encountered as well as set goals and implement strategies to ensure achievement; and the ability to identify trends, develop and implement logistical strategies, and perform cost/benefit analysis for allocation of resources.

All interested candidates are invited to submit their resume to Human Resources, TBI, 815 Park Ave., Baltimore, MD  21201 or email shamrick@tbionline.org   EOE

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Quality Assurance Coordinator                                     

Baltimore, Maryland

Tissue Banks International has an opening for a Quality Assurance Coordinator to support TBI network quality assurance with special emphasis on regulatory site audits and follow up, equipment validations, and development and implementation of national and local standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience, with a minimum of 3 years experience in a structured regulated environment such as biologics, medical devise or pharmaceuticals preferred.  Knowledge of GTP required, cGMP and ISO Quality Systems a plus.  ASQ certified Quality Auditor or Biomedical Auditor preferred.  Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously required, as well as computer literate.  Must be able to travel in excess of 20% of time. 

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, TBI, 815 Park Ave., Baltimore, MD  21201 or email shamrick@tbionline.org   EOE

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Technical Program Manager                                                  

 New Britain, CT

The Connecticut Eye Bank (CEB) is seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee all CEB technical programs, including, but not limited to, responsibility for the laboratory, technical staff and donor recovery programs.

Responsibilities: 

• Manage technical programs and develop new programs and protocols with prior endorsement and approval of the Director to maximize technical efficiencies in compliance with TBI SOPs.

• Supervise technical staff.

• Prepare goals and objectives for the technical department for routine review by the Director.

• Review and provide follow up information on all quality control incidents related to laboratory function and tissues.

• Prepare and manage technical department budget.

• Assist local and network Quality System representatives with technical requirements and implementation of requirements requested by tissue processors.

• Provide technical assistance during location audits by regulatory agencies, tissue processors, etc.

• Perform tissue recovery, processing and distribution duties as needed.

 Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in a life science or equivalent education and experience.

• In-depth knowledge of eye and tissue bank programs, purposes, and functions and ability to communicate a sense of mission and urgency to technical staff.

• Technical certification by EBAA and/or AATB.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise and provide leadership for staff.

• Ability to perform and a complete understanding of all duties and procedures of the technical staff and ability to train new staff.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines and initiate action to correct problems encountered.

• Ability to analyze trends and perform cost/benefit analysis for efficient allocation of limited resources.

• Good interpersonal communication and writing skills.

Tissue Banks International offers a full benefit package and a challenging work environment.  To apply, email your resume to shamrick@tbionline.org or fax to (410) 545-4457.  EOE

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Northern California Transplant Bank                       

Oakland, California

 Eye & Tissue Bank Technicians – Full and Part Time On call

The Northern California Transplant Bank (NCTB) seeks full and part time on call technicians to recover donated tissue for transplant. Full time position also involved in the evaluation and distribution of donor tissue and associated responsibilities.  Specific duties include:

• Recovers or coordinates timely recovery of donated tissue from all sources following TBI procedures.

• Accept on-call responsibilities for tissue recovery as scheduled.

• Maintain neat and accurate documentation on all hard copy forms related to the recovery and processing in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures.

• Lab maintenance including cleaning, instrument sterilization, and logs as required.

• Maintain accurate information in donor management systems.

• All other duties as assigned, including lab maintenance, donor recruitment, quality systems, training or research.

NCTB is part of the TBI network and offers an excellent benefit package including Paid Time Off, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, medical and dental coverage among other benefits.

Candidates should possess a Bachelors of Science degree in a life science or equivalent education and experience in a health care related field; strong interpersonal and organizational skills; excellent attention to detail; ability to maintain confidentiality of donor related information; and must have a valid drivers license with an insurable driving record.

Forward resumes to Human Resources @ Northern California Transplant Bank, 7700 Edgewater Drive, Suite #526, Oakland, CA  94621 or email to shamrick@tbionline.org  EOE

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Donor Information Coordinator                  

Los Angeles, CA 

The Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank located in Los Angeles has an opening for a Donor Information Coordinator to perform regulated document control and research functions following established standard operating procedures and all applicable standards and regulations.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience; excellent written and oral communication skills; computer literate; EBAA  or AATB certification strongly preferred; strong interpersonal skills; excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously with minimal supervision; must maintain confidentiality of all donor related information and company interests and have a working knowledge of medical terminology.

To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank, 1127 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 602, Los Angeles, CA  90017 or email shamrick@tbionline.org   EOE

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Donor Services Specialist – Central Valley Region              

Oakland, CA initially then Modesto office

The Northern California Transplant Bank located in Oakland has an opening for a Donor Services Specialist for the development of outreach programs in area hospitals, Coroners offices, funeral homes and other sources to maximize tissue donation potential in the Central Valley and coordinate timely recovery of donated tissue in service area in conjunction with Oakland office and call center in Redding.  Work in collaboration with designated OPO Hospital Development staff.

Candidates require a Bachelors degree or equivalent education and work experience in allied health field, experience in eye or tissue banking preferred.  Must be able to maintain statistical records and identify and analyze trends, have strong interpersonal communications and public speaking skills, be able to solve practical problems and prioritize and organize multiple tasks independently.  Send resume to:  NCTB, 7700 Edgewater Drive, Suite 526, Oakland, CA  94621 or email shamrick@tbionline.org  EOE

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Donor Services Specialist

San Luis Obispo, CA

The Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank has an opening for a Donor Services Specialist to develop outreach programs in area hospitals, coroners offices, funeral homes and other sources to maximize donation in the San Luis Obispo area.  Responsible to coordinate timely recovery of donated tissue in compliance with standards within assigned area, supporting the call schedule as needed.  Collects, reviews, provides analysis and prepares monthly reports of recovery and tissue activity performance measures.

 Candidates require a Bachelors degree in a Life Science or equivalent education and work experience, and an in-depth knowledge of eye and tissue bank programs, purposes and functions; strong interpersonal communication, public speaking and writing skills; ability to build relationships needed for program success; computer literate; EBAA  or AATB certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 12 months;  excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple activities, meet deadlines and initiate corrective action to resolve problems encountered with minimal supervision; ability to solve practical problems and prioritize and organize time and tasks with a commitment to action and results; must maintain confidentiality of all donor related information and company interests.

 To apply for this position, send resume to Human Resources, Doheny Eye & Tissue Transplant Bank, 1127 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 602, Los Angeles, CA  90017 or email shamrick@tbionline.org   EOE

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Tissue Suitability Manager                               

Memphis, Tennessee

The National Eye Bank Center  

The National Eye Bank Center (NEBC) in Memphis is seeking a Tissue Suitability Manager to oversee Tissue Suitability Department to ensure staff perform position duties in compliance with SOPs and an emphasis on the safe and expeditious release of donor ocular tissue for transplant.  Position is directly involved with daily operations and assists staff when needed.  Addresses logistical issues within the Tissue Suitability department to ensure work completed expeditiously.  Appropriate data tracked and trended with a “bias for action” for continuous improvement.  The Tissue Suitability Manager will develop a team atmosphere that accomplishes and tracks continuous improvements in efficiency and quality.

 Responsibilities: 

• Supervise NEBC Tissue Suitability Department staff.

• Prepare goals and objectives for all department staff

• Responsible for Performance Management, Planning, and Appraisals to ensure staff performing job responsibilities to expedite release of tissue for transplant in compliance with TBI/NEBC SOPs and regulatory agencies.

• Interview and hire department staff with approval NEBC Director Ops

• Assign duties and responsibilities performed by staff, assuring training per SOPs

• Resolve complex issues referred by staff

• Oversee and manage NEBC Tissue Suitability Department operations, including all facets of tissue suitability, including accepting, receiving, evaluating, releasing and distributing tissue, and follow up on tissue suitability issues as they arise.

• Distribute tissue per TBI policy.

• Assist in writing, organizing and maintaining NEBC SOPs.

• Function as Administrator on Call to screen suitability related questions and handle staff and facility related issues.

• Develop, implement and maintain effective logistical planning to meet expectations, and maintain and consistently improve quality with bottlenecks minimized.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to Core Performance Standards.

 Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in a life science or equivalent education and experience in eye banking preferred.

• EBAA certification and demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements for tissue evaluation and release in a timely basis required.

• Strong supervisory skills.  Ability to provide leadership and a sense of mission and urgency for staff.

• Proven skills interacting with people on all levels; demonstrated ability and willingness to facilitate good interpersonal relations with supervisors, staff, and other agencies.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines and initiate corrective action to resolve problems encountered.

• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to keep accurate records, analyze statistics, and identify trends.  Strong computer skills.

• Must have valid drivers license and be insurable.  Must drive personal vehicle on occasion.

• Able to work flexible schedule to support NEBC requirements and work on call as needed.

• Knowledge of FDA expectations related to cGMP and/or cGTP’s is strongly preferred.

Tissue Banks International offers a full benefit package and a challenging work environment.  To apply, email your resume to shamrick@tbionline.org or fax to (410)545-4457.  EOE

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