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Trius Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of antibiotics for life-threatening infections. Trius is committed to developing innovative therapeutics, cutting-edge technologies, and pursuing the highest quality science - a commitment which is reflected in our employees.

We attribute our success to our talented team of highly motivated individuals who show a passion and commitment to their work. We are proud to provide a workplace that is dynamic, collaborative, diverse, challenging and rewarding. Trius is committed to excellence and seeks qualified and highly motivated team players who want to make an impact. Our compensation and benefits packages are competitive. If you are interested in joining us, please submit your information to .

Trius is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to Affirmative Action for Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans.

Trius will make every effort to send you an electronic notice within two weeks to acknowledge receipt of your resume. We will then review your experience and background and compare them to our open position. If, upon review of your resume, we determine that there is a good match between our needs and your qualifications, we will contact you directly to conduct a preliminary phone interview or to set up an interview at Trius. We accept resumes for all job opening until the position is filed or canceled.

Benefits

Trius recognizes the important role benefits play in the total rewards package. We also understand the value and importance of a balanced work and home life. Therefore, we strive to offer a robust and competitive benefits program to provide our employees with provisions for protection, professional development and personal time, as well as programs that allow them to share in the success of the company.

Notice to Recruiters

Recruitment and the employment process is managed through the Human Resources Department, and all candidates must be presented through this avenue. Recruiters are requested not to contact our hiring managers or employees directly to inquire about open positions or to present candidates. Trius does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates for either current or future positions.

Current Opportunities:

1. Vice President, Medical Affairs »

Full details and requirements:


Trius Therapeutics (NASDAQ: TSRX) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel antibiotics for the treatment of serious bacterial infections The company's lead asset, tedizolid phosphate, is a novel antibiotic that has completed Phase 3 registration trials and the company plans to submit an NDA in the 2nd half of 2013. Trius also has a preclinical gram negative program that is looking at novel targets.

The Overall Responsibility:

The VP Medical Affairs will be responsible for providing strategic partnership to senior management throughout the organization including, but not limited to, the VP Marketing, Chief Development Officer and Chief Medical Officer. He/she is also a member of the commercial leadership teams accountable for driving and meeting business goals.

Detailed Responsibility:

  • Assist in creating, maintaining, and updating clinical development SOPs and processes.
  • Oversee the MSL program development and operations
  • Medical affairs customer relations management with key national and regional opinion leaders and centers of influence.
  • Support, development / delivery of regional medical education programs
  • Speaker development and maintenance
  • Phase 3b / 4 research trial site support and investigator initiated research proposal cultivation and facilitation.
  • Scientific support at key regional and national congresses
  • Competitive intelligence gathering and assimilation
  • Responding to unsolicited off-label requests that require personal communications
  • Hospital formulary, regional managed care and government account support and presentations.
  • Interpret regulatory guidelines and regulations and monitor emerging trends.
  • On an ad hoc basis, evaluate scientific merits of potential licensing and acquisition candidates.
  • Undertake as requested other tasks and responsibilities to fulfill corporate and/or department objectives

Preferred Education and Experience:

The VP, Medical Affairs should have experience in Infectious Diseases, excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills, and a demonstrated ability to work independently.

Specific requirements include:

  • MD, PharmD, or PhD with focus in Infectious Diseases and a minimum of three years industry experience.
  • Excellent scientific and regulatory writing and communication skills; ability to relay scientific information in a manner that is easily understood by scientific, professional, and lay audiences.
  • Ability to critically evaluate information from vendors and other departments.
  • Ability to assess the impact on the business of emerging regulatory and technical trends, to leverage these and implement action plans where appropriate.
  • Demonstrated excellent commutations and presentation skills

We attribute our success to our talented team of highly motivated individuals who show a passion and commitment to their work. We are proud to provide a workplace that is dynamic, collaborative, diverse, challenging and rewarding. Trius is committed to excellence and seeks qualified and highly motivated team players who want to make an impact. Our compensation and benefits packages are competitive. If you are interested in joining us, please submit your information to .

Trius is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to Affirmative Action for Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans.

2. Director / Sr. Manager Marketing »

Full details and requirements:


Trius Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of antibiotics for severe or life-threatening infections. Trius is committed to developing innovative therapeutics, cutting-edge technologies, and pursuing the highest quality science - a commitment which is reflected in our employees.

The Director / Sr. Manager, Marketing will be responsible for developing and executing a marketing strategy that is in line with the company's goals and objectives.

Position Overview:

  • STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT:
    • Develop, present and execute a world-class business strategy that achieves profitability through the appropriate utilization of resources.
    • Set strategic objectives and deliver results that positively affect the organization's top and bottom line.
    • Ensure the development and implementation of account deployment and targeting strategies.
    • Provide marketing input and leadership into the development of Life-cycle management program for the US and exEU markets
    • Work closely with partnership companies to optimize the value of tedizolid
    • Accountable for implementing the current and future strategic direction for tedizolid and support its global implementation.
    • Work with internal resources and vendors to create, develop and execute brand positioning and campaigns
    • Responsible for ensuring materials, campaigns, interactions and other collateral material is developed and executed in a compliant manner.
  • CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
    • Champion a solid value proposition based on in-depth understanding of the competitive marketplace.
    • Navigate sales process with executive presence, finesse and integrity to effectively negotiate mutually beneficial agreements with customers.
    • Cultivate, maintain and facilitate strong customer relationships with key customers.
    • Ensure team maintains strong relationships and remains abreast of market trends and dynamics to ensure profitable business operation.
    • Establish and maintain relationships with thought leaders, professional organizations and partner companies that share promotion and marketing responsibilities.
    • BUSINESS OPERATIONS: Ensure that operational requirements are met with regard to adequate and timely planning for supply of commercial product. Work with colleagues to ensure that all IT and data support is in place to support the business. Ensure optimal sales force size, structure, deployment and management.
  • COMPETITIVE EDGE:
    • Provide accurate assessment of competitors' situations, strengths, weaknesses and strategies.
    • Remain abreast of market trends and dynamics.
  • FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY:
    Plan and recommend budget, manage expenditures and report on budget variances.

Requirements:

  • At least 5 years of inline marketing experience, either global or country, preferably developed across multiple therapeutic areas and customer channels. Specialty marketing experience preferred.
  • Candidate must have proven financial and business acumen. Bachelor's degree required and MBA preferred.
  • Proven leadership skills.
  • Ability to lead by example; a results and accountability orientation and a track record of successful implementation and goal attainment.
  • Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
  • Capable of working with a high degree of autonomy and possessing the ability to multi-task and prioritize while managing multiple brands/projects.
  • Demonstrated initiative in driving projects with cross collaboration support.
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment and favorably influence key stakeholders and people without direct authority.
  • Background and comfort level with Product Development and Product Enhancement approach in improving product to address market needs.
  • Understanding of variations in regional market characteristics.
  • The ideal candidate would have in market or regional experience, Global Launch and at least 5 years experience in Product and/or Market development, working in a collaborative environment with R&D

Please send a resume and cover letter to with "Director Manager Marketing" in the subject heading.

3. Sr.Manager, Quality Assurance »

Full details and requirements:


Trius Therapeutics (NASDAQ: TSRX) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel antibiotics for the treatment of serious bacterial infections The company's lead asset, tedizolid phosphate, is a novel antibiotic that has completed Phase 3 registration trials and the company plans to submit an NDA in the 2nd half of 2013. Trius also has a preclinical gram negative program that is looking at novel targets.

The Overall Responsibilities:

The Sr. Manager of Quality Assurance is responsible for execution of systems and processes to ensure compliance with GMP regulations. The position requires a seasoned Quality Assurance professional with experience in GMP drug substance and drug products with an in-depth knowledge of global regulatory and compliance requirements. The role is responsible for providing quality guidance and direct quality management oversight of global third party contact manufacturers.

Detailed Responsibilities:

  • Provides cGMP guidance to internal departments and contractors for all phases of product development as applicable.
  • Works directly with CMOs to ensure that clinical/commercial drug substance and drug products meet all required standards and specifications.
  • Ensures effective QA support for manufacturing and disposition of clinical and commercial lots. Ensures compliance with quality systems such as change control, quality investigations, CAPA resolutions and Quality Agreements.
  • Manage auditing of CMOs, and participate in internal audit program. Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of corrective action plans.
  • Maintains required knowledge of applicable regulations and government, industry and company GMP standards and their interpretations by participating in industry trainings, workshops and discussion groups. Serves as internal consultant in interpretations of regulations, standards and compliance issues, with minimal supervision.
  • Key strategic member of Quality Assurance, providing guidance and direction for quality initiatives.
  • Participates in development of corporate written policies and procedures.

Preferred Education and Experience:

BA/BS degree in life sciences and minimum 10 years relevant industry experience in a GMP Quality (QA/QC) environment.

  • Strong working knowledge of cGMP (US and international) requirements as applicable to both drug substances and drug products (solid oral dosage forms and parenteral products).
  • Must be able to develop and improve quality standards and techniques based on regulatory requirements, guidance and industry standards.
  • Experience managing CMOs.
  • Must be willing to travel up to 25%.
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

We attribute our success to our talented team of highly motivated individuals who show a passion and commitment to their work. We are proud to provide a workplace that is dynamic, collaborative, diverse, challenging and rewarding. Trius is committed to excellence and seeks qualified and highly motivated team players who want to make an impact. Our compensation and benefits packages are competitive. If you are interested in joining us, please submit your information to

Trius is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to Affirmative Action for Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans.

4. Help Desk / Desktop Support Specialist »

Full details and requirements:

Trius Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative antibiotics for serious, life-threatening infections. Trius is committed to developing innovative therapeutics, cutting-edge technologies, and pursuing the highest quality science - a commitment that is reflected in our employees.

We are seeking a Help Desk / Desktop Support Specialist to support our ongoing growth.

Duties:

  • Providing professional, hands-on support
  • Interact with staff on all levels to help resolve IT-related issues and provides solutions in a timely manner
  • Respond and mange reported issues ticketing system
  • Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion
  • Effectively communicates relevant IT-related information to the IT Lead
  • Hardware/software installation and upgrade
  • Hardware support including printers, copiers, desktops and laptops
  • Help IT Manager with internal administration

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Mac OS X
  • Strong knowledge of Windows, XP, Vista, and 7 clients, Windows 2003/2008 Server, Microsoft Exchange 07/10, MS Office
  • Excellent communication, organization and documentation skills
  • Detail oriented

We attribute our success to our talented team of highly motivated individuals who show a passion and commitment to their work. We are proud to provide a workplace that is dynamic, collaborative, diverse, challenging and rewarding. Trius is committed to excellence and seeks qualified and highly motivated team players who want to make an impact. Our compensation and benefits packages are competitive. If you are interested in joining us, please submit your information to

Trius is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to Affirmative Action for Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans.

5. Professional Receptionist (Hours 8am-5pm) »

The Receptionist position is a high visibility role that represents the image of Trius. The main responsibility of the receptionist is greeting, welcoming, and directing visitors promptly and professionally to their point of contact. The receptionist shall notify company personnel of visitor arrival, maintain security and manage the telecommunication system. The receptionist is the first point in contact for guest so must always be present and professional. In addition to acting as first contact, the receptionist is responsible for administrative and clerical tasks as assigned by the Trius team that do not compromise a physical presence at the front desk.

Partial List of Responsibilities includes but not limited to:

  • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM coverage; responsible for arranging coverage in advance for any time off outside of the schedule.
  • Greet/sign in guests and notify Trius employees of guest arrival.
  • Assist with arranging transportation or flight check–in as needed.
  • Answer phone and direct calls to the appropriate person.
  • Update and maintain Org chart and employee listing
  • Assist with planning and organization of companywide events as needed/requested.
  • Provide administrative assistance with all recruitment i.e.: post positions, manage incoming applications, track, route to hiring manager, track EEO data in a timely manner.
  • Follow-up with recruiters and candidates in a timely manner.
  • Update and maintain internal training programs and lunches.
  • Assist with administrative tasks including but not limited to:
    • Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OrgPlus, Sage/Abra.
    • Expense reports.
    • Order catering for meetings as requested.
    • Book conference rooms as requested.
    • Assist Trius Admins with overflow tasks as needed.
  • Manage all incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Update and maintain schedule for all conference rooms upon request.
  • Maintain and manage the main copy machine; schedule regular maintenance and order supplies.
  • Assist Facilities as needed with reasonable tasks that do not keep you away from the front desk.
  • Maintain cell phone equipment log.
  • Assist IT as needed.
  • Manage, maintain and coordinate main shared kitchen area
  • Support implementation of events as directed by the team.
  • Distribute discount tickets and recreation information.
  • Facilitate all onsite company benefit programs (i.e.: car wash, dry cleaning, etc.)
  • Maintain stock and organization of office supplies.
  • Facilitate requests for supplies to purchasing department.

Position requirements:

  • High school graduate or equivalent with 3-5 years successful administrative experience within a professional office environment; preferably scientific, pharma, biotech, or technical.
  • Proven administrative skills using current office software and equipment such as: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OrgPlus, Sage/Abra.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven experience working professionally with all levels in a professional organization; working with and for highly degreed and technical co-employees
  • Demonstrated teamwork skills and successes
  • Positive and professional attitude demeanor along with a professional appearance and ability to work well with others.
  • Desire to work in a customer service role helping and assisting internal and external customers.
  • Ability to manage work schedule, time, and multiple projects for multiple internal customers.
  • Proven ability to pay attention to detail in fast paced work environment.

Local candidates only.

No relocation benefits attached to this position.

No third party agencies or recruiters.

No phone calls.

Qualified candidates forward resume, salary history and 3 professional references to:

Trius is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to Affirmative Action for Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans.