Associate Research Scientist II / Senior Associate Research Scientist I

GRIFOLS, S.A. • NC-RTP, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent will provide technical and scientific expertise in the research and development of plasma derived or recombinant proteins or in support of the manufacture of plasma derived or recombinant proteins. May have supervisory responsibility for up to approximately 2 scientists or technicians.

Requirements

• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize personal tasks to meet deadlines.
• Executes action plans independently or as part of a team.
• Capable of supervising a small team of technicians.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.
• Applies scientific principles in problem solving.
• Demonstrates knowledge in area of specialization
• Takes initiative in keeping current in area of specialization.
• Proficient with the use of MS Office software.
• The candidate must have experience in the use of modern instrumental analytical techniques including but not limited to coagulation assays, enzymatic assays, immunoassays, chromatography (HPLC, GC, IC), capillary electrophoresis, and gel electrophoresis.
• Associate Research Scientist II: Degree must be within a relevant field: (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Toxicology) Masters with no experience, or Bachelors plus 1-2 years, No degree requires 5 years of experience.
• Senior Associate Research Scientist I: Degree must be within a relevant field: (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Toxicology) Masters plus + 1 year experience, or Bachelors plus 3-4 years, No degree requires 7 years of experience.
• Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in development of actions plans in support of departmental goals.
• Provides technical reports to immediate supervisor and within group meetings.
• Independently prepares procedures or technical reports.
• With supervision, effectively communicating technical results in team settings.
• In consultation with supervisor, applies sound scientific principles in development of solutions to technical problems within area of expertise.
• Assists in the design and interpretation of results for scientifically complex experiments.
• Executes experiments independently.
• Maintains laboratory facilities in accordance with company policies and industrial best practices.
• Provides support for research and developmental studies, clinical or commercial manufacturing as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree