Grifols · 1 month ago
Research Associate III - Protein Purification
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$99K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years expGrifols is a global healthcare company focused on improving health and well-being. The Research Associate III will contribute to the purification and analytical characterization of recombinant proteins and antibodies in a laboratory setting, supporting the development of diagnostic and therapeutic products.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturing
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, and other life science field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a laboratory setting
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
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
Preferred
Pharmaceutical or biotech experience a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Up to 5% 401(K) match
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Grifols
Grifols is a global healthcare company.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.51BKey Investors
Michael J. Fox Foundation
2025-01-14Grant· $21M
2024-06-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.41B
2024-04-23Post Ipo Debt· $1.07B
Leadership Team
Camille Alpi
Chief Human Resources Officer
Víctor Deu
Director of Planning & Control Department
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