December 8, 2020
ISPE-CaSA Weekly Update
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ISPE-CaSA Webinar Series #4:
"Automation 101-102" is Today
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Join Mimi Cartee and John Rankin for an education-hour on December 8, as they lead our Webinar Series #4: Automation 101 & 102. The webinar runs from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern Time.
Mimi Cartee is Director of Marketing & Business Development for MGNewell and John Ranking is Raleigh Branch Manager of DSI Innovations.
Automation 101 & 102 Webinar at a Glance:
Event: Webinar Series #4
Date: December 8 Noon-1 p.m. EST
Title: "Automation 101-102"
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Thanks to our generous sponsors: Jacobs, bürkert, and JE DUNN! |
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Tech Conference Sponsorships and Advertising Options Available Starting Today |
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ISPE-CaSA Board and Technology Committee have elected to have a virtual conference on March 9 and 10, 2021 focused on education.
While there will be no exhibit hall this year, we are enhancing our support activities as well as your ability to reach our members through sponsorships and advertising through a variety of options. Just follow this link to see our sponsorship and advertising opportunities.
We hope you continue to support the Chapter’s Life Sciences and Technology Conference in its virtual format in 2021.
We are opening registration for sponsorships and advertising on December 8th at 12 pm (EST). Due to limited availability, the choices will be first come first served. Mark your calendars!
Here is the portal for your sponsorship and advertising reservation. It goes live on December 8.
We are also accepting Abstracts for our education sessions through December 31, 2020.
Thank you for your continued support!
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Deadline to Submit Abstracts for Virtual 2021 Tech Conference Extended to Dec. 31 |
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ISPE-CaSA's 2021 Technology Life Sciences Conference Planning Committee is issuing a call for abstracts, focusing on the theme: "Race to Recovery."
The submission site is open. Visit our portal to upload your abstracts.
The deadline to submit your abstract is Thursday, Dec. 31.
This theme spotlights how, as an industry, we were able to shift our attention to meet Covid-19 challenges through unprecedented collaborations and unparalleled focus to vaccine research and support, while maintaining business continuity and medication supply to existing patient populations.
Our sessions will cover the following overall topics:
- Cell and Gene Therapy – Manufacturing arena, Project Management arena
- Single Use Technology – Advantages, Disadvantages, Challenges
- Use of (AI) Artificial Intelligence and Advancements in Technology
- (CDMO Drug Development) Technology Transfer Best Practices
- Program Management in a Warp Speed Environment
These educational sessions will be held online March 9-10, 2021. In addition, the virtual Tech Conference will include keynote addresses on both days.
Registration opens February 1.
We are also seeking sponsors for this programming.
Watch for more information on submitting abstracts, keynote speakers and how to sponsor this event.
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Quarterly Planning Session, Education, Networking Events and the Need for Sponsors and Volunteers |
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We have a lot going on in the next few weeks, so please join us for our quarterly planning session on December 10. Look for information below and a registration link.
As you can see in this e-news, we do need your support: Volunteers and Sponsors needed! We do realize that the computer, as a portal to the world, is getting wearisome. But, it is the reality that we are all living with for a while longer. Rather than chafe at this, we are embracing the technology available to deliver value-added content to you.
If you want/need to know about something in the pharmaceutical/device industry, let us know – we have a huge network of members, many of whom would enjoy sharing their expertise with you. With over 1000 members just in the CaSA Chapter, we can solve many problems. Please don’t hesitate to send your requests to info@ispecasa.org!
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Quarterly Planning Session December 10
Registration Open
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Please join us for the ISPE CaSA Planning Session on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020 from 5-5:30 p.m.
You will hear from each of our volunteer Board Members, discussing how we are adapting to the current times to service you, our membership. There will be an opportunity to ask questions of the Board, to tell us what YOU want from the Chapter, and to volunteer to serve in the Chapter.
This is a complimentary VIRTUAL event, and registration is required to access the Session. Please REGISTER for the event HERE.
We look forward to seeing you!
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YP Resume Review the Week of December 14! |
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Starting December 1, sign up for a Young Professionals Resume Review the week of December 14. If you are a graduating senior or recent graduate, YP Volunteers will work with you to polish up your resume and give you a competitive edge in these trying economic times. Register through Google Forms.
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ISPE-CaSA Young Professional Community of Practice Launches Women in Pharma Mentor Circles |
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Have you ever thought about becoming a mentor to a student or a young professional? Are you seeking a mentor in the pharmaceutical industry?
The ISPE-CaSA Young Professionals Community of Practice presents Women in Pharma Mentor Circles, providing an easy way for you to help lead and guide the next generation of industry professionals.
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ISPE-CaSA Accepting Applications for
2021 Jane Brown Scholarship
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The ISPE-CaSA Chapter has established a scholarship to encourage students who seek a career in the life sciences industry. The ISPE-CaSA Jane Brown Scholarship will be awarded to an eligible CaSA Student Chapter member.
Scholarship judges will be the directors of the ISPE-CaSA Board who represent the following companies: Biogen, Bluebird Bio, GlaxoSmithKline, Mayne Pharma, Patheon, and Seqirus.
Deadline for submissions: February 5, 2021.
Scholarship winner(s) will be announced at the Life Sciences Technology Conference, March 9, 2021.
Please submit an electronic copy of your award application (including Fall 2020 transcript and letter(s) of recommendation [maximum of 2 letters]) to Wendy Haines, Scholarship Chair, at: scholarship@ispecasa.org
Please direct questions or concerns regarding the ISPE-CaSA Jane Brown Chapter Scholarship to Wendy Haines, scholarship@ispecasa.org
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Have You Used the ISPE-CaSA
Career Center?
The Life Sciences Sector is hiring!
During this pandemic crisis, having access to an online resource for both recruiting top talent and seeking a great job has never been more valuable.
This week, the site has approximately 600 jobs listed, representing more than 200 employers. For job seekers, it's simple to login, upload your resume and search from among the jobs across the United States. It is constantly updated as new jobs are added.
The site also focuses on companies and professionals within our Carolina-South Atlantic Chapter chapter, offering members - and the industry at large - an easy-to-use and highly targeted resource for online employment connections. Visit the ISPE-CaSA Career Center today.
One of ISPE-CaSA's newest benefits is our Career Center. Take advantage of it!
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Upcoming Events & Deadlines |
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Mark your calendars and watch for information about ISPE-CaSA Continuing Education webinars and the 2021 Annual Life Sciences Technology Conference.
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December 8: Sponsorship opportunities open to support 2021 Virtual Life Sciences Technology Conference
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December 8: Automation Seminar | “Automation 101-102”
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December 10: Quarterly Planning Session
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February 5, 2021: Deadline for Submitting Applications for Jane Brown Scholarship
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March 9-10, 2021: 28th Annual ISPE-CaSA Life Sciences Technology Conference
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May 17, 2021: 26th Annual Golf Tournament, Cary, NC
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Partnership & Sponsorship Opportunities
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Support From Our Industry Partners is Appreciated! |
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Support from industry partners is crucial to the success of ISPE CaSA.
We are pleased to announce our new line of digital sponsorships available for 2021. This is a great opportunity to become a valued sponsor on our digital platforms.
Our new blog, our website and weekly e-blast provide valuable opportunities for you to extend your company's brand throughout our marketplace and provide a valuable benefit to our organization.
Here is our 2021 order form for your convenience. You can also find it, along with more information about ISPE-CaSA and our programs on our website.
Email info@ispecasa.org if you have questions. Your continued support of our Chapter is very much appreciated.
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Volunteer Opportunities Expand Your Network! |
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Our ability to reach all corners of our Chapter is improving every day. Virtual connections are becoming the norm.
Online activities help expand ISPE-CaSA's reach and yours too. Even if you are outside the Raleigh-Durham metro area and would like to be more engaged with ISPE, now is a great time to join a committee and work alongside fellow industry professionals in support of our members.
Please view our committees and select your areas of interest:
Another perfect example of a volunteer activity is the timely submission of your abstract and then speaking/presenting at the Technology Conference. The Technology Conference is the best-attended activity within the Chapter, and an opportunity for you to maximize your reach within our Membership.
We’d like to take advantage of technology and better support EVERY member of the Chapter, but need YOUR help to do so! Please send any inquiries to info@ispecasa.org.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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ISPE - International Events |
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ISPE 40th Anniversary Networking Event |
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This year marks ISPE's 40th Anniversary and we are bringing the celebration to you (virtually, of course) to show our appreciation for our Members' contributions to the Society and the pharma industry throughout the years.
We'll have surprises, giveaways, and maybe even a special guest or two! Designed to accommodate Members worldwide, you can choose from three different options to fit your schedule:
- Thursday, 10 December 2020, 1330 – 1500 IST
- Friday, 11 December 2020, 1600 – 1730 CET
- Friday, 11 December 2020, 1600 – 1730 EST
Don't miss this exclusive Members-only event where you can connect with old friends, meet new colleagues, reminisce about your time with the Society, celebrate the end of 2020, and let us show our appreciation!
Space is limited! Register now!
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ISPE Foundation Announces New
Diversity Internship Program
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The ISPE Foundation Diversity Internship Program is a 12-week summer program that offers graduate students and undergraduate students in their junior or senior year the opportunity to spend their summer working on high-priority, impactful engineering and facilities projects and workstreams in Gilead’s Corporate Operations organization.
There are currently two summer internship opportunities available at Gilead Sciences, Inc. within the Corporate Engineering and Facilities function:
- Mechanical Engineering with Focus on Energy/Sustainability
- Electrical Engineering with Focus on Process Control/Automation
The individuals in both internship roles will be expected to engage in a wide range of activities, such as creating standard equipment or discipline specifications with input from subject matter experts, developing standard installation details in AutoCAD as part of GEP, supporting various PI projects, e.g. checking on data integrity (non-GMP related work).
If you would like to nominate a student for this internship, please contact Catherine Ford, ISPE Foundation Operations Manager, at foundation@ispe.org.
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