Research Associate III - Protein Purification

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Grifols Diagnostic Solutions in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Research Associate III. The successful candidate will work as part of an exciting Research and Development team by contributing to the purification and analytical characterization of recombinant proteins and antibodies. This role will require working in a laboratory environment on projects that support Grifols’ long history of diagnostic and therapeutic products.

To qualify for the position, we are seeking individuals with a Bachelors degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, and other life science field along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a laboratory setting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Independently executes experiments using technical laboratory skills that include protein purification workflows and characterization.
• Proficiently operates laboratory equipment, which may include ELISA, purification, SDS-Page/Western Blot.
• Analyzes antibody specificity and/or protein expression, quality, stability, and structure by running and developing new and routine assays
• Troubleshoots unexpected results and assists other lab staff in executing their research projects and experiments, as needed.
• With supervision, selects methodological approaches and specific methods to achieve research objectives.
• Analyzes and interprets project results. Displays strong communication skills and articulates findings to colleagues, project teams, and various levels of management.
• Assists in preparing written reports on all phases of product development.
• Fulfill other lab related duties, including: keeping detailed, accurate records, maintaining lab equipment and laboratory supplies, modeling compliance with Grifols safety and training requirements.
• Attends and participates in scientific meetings and seminars.         

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in recombinant protein purification using affinity, IEX, multi-modal, and SEC chromatography methods and FPLC (i.e., AKTA) instrumentation and understands core principles
• Experienced with protein characterization technologies (e.g., BLI, DSF, ELISA, HPLC, light scattering, mass spectrometry, SPR, western blot)
• Demonstrated skills in purification and/or bioanalytical characterization.
• Reliability for executing extended scientific protocols.
• Readily multitasks.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to routinely and independently propose design and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint; familiarity with ImageLab, Geneious/Snapgene, and/or Unicorn software is desirable.

Education

B.S. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or other life science field.                                                                              

Experience

Minimum of 5 years in laboratory setting; pharmaceutical or biotech experience a plus.                                                                                     

Equivalency       

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.

Occupational Demands

• Associate is capable of lifting minimum 20 lb.
• Associate is expected to work primarily in a research laboratory.
• Associate is expected to be fluent in English, oral and written.        

Pay Scale

The estimated pay scale for the Research Associate III role based in Emeryville, CA, is $99,242.50 to $124,053.75 per year. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 8% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

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