Research Scientist

Research Scientist III - Immunoassay Development
Contract Type: Regular Full-Time
Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? 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.
The Immunoassay Research and Development group at Grifols Diagnostic Solutions in Emeryville, CA is seeking an experienced immunoassay development scientist to help develop ultrasensitive assays for multiple commercial indications.
Research Scientist III will lead and perform innovative research and work collaboratively with other scientific team members within R&D to design, develop, and verify immunoassays. This scientist will initiate, execute, and interpret scientistic research projects pertaining to immunoassay development, such as ELISA and/or other proprietary immune platforms. This scientist will work cross‑functionally with technical teams within and outside of R&D. This scientist will mentor or manager junior technical staff in pursuit of better and more sensitive immunoassays.
Come join a vibrant immunoassay development team and have a direct impact on human health
Plans multifaceted projects and incorporates multiple experimental approaches appropriately.
Leads and carries out immunoassay design, development, and validation using novel and commercial recombinant proteins for multiple indications and commercial applications.
Develops assay product prototypes for multiple indications and transfers them to process development and manufacturing teams.
Independently or with team members, plans R&D projects requiring initiative and judgement within defined procedures and practices.
Independently selects methodological approaches and specific methods to achieve project objectives.
Exercises judgment and initiative in making research project decisions. Performs experiments in the laboratory, as needed.
Identifies, analyzes, and interprets project results. Communicates results and project status to key stakeholders and management.
Clearly communicates results and project status to key stakeholders and management in a manner that's tailored to diverse audiences.
Sources and interprets literature and runs database searches to aid in designing experimental studies, troubleshooting experiments, and interpreting findings. Writes original proposals for research projects and remains current on pertinent scientific topics.
Prepares written reports on all phases of laboratory experimental projects.
Authors or co‑authors scientific papers and /or journal articles and technical reports.
Reviews and edits pertinent regulatory documents.
Prepares and defends patent disclosures and applications.
Attends and participates in scientific meetings, seminars and leadership team meetings.
Partners and collaborates with small teams in a scientific development environment.
Plan and prioritize activities while anticipating risks and challenges, monitor progress, and deliver projects to meet timelines and milestones
Subject matter expert in immunoassay development and validation, including antibody development and screening, ELISA, western blot, immunostaining, BLI
Experience with DOE for buffer formulation and relevant software packages
Experience in method development and optimization of antibody/antigen modification, bioconjugation and coupling onto solid phases; Analytical assay development, qualification and validation requirements to comply with current regulatory standards
Ability to operate laboratory equipment, that may include BLI, DLS, ELISA, and protein quantification platforms
Ability to become familiar with relevant scientific literature and represent the research team at meetings and deliver concise scientific presentations.
Data analysis, project planning, judgement in making project decisions
Management experience or experience in supervising laboratory training with interns, graduate students, technical staff or post‑doctoral students is highly preferred.
Experience leading projects and achieving project milestones is highly preferred.
Background in establishing and utilizing large data bases is a plus
PhD. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or other life science field
8+ years laboratory experience post Ph.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.
The estimated pay scale for Research Scientist III role based in Emeryville, California is $148,320 to $185,400. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 15% 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. This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. religious practices and observances; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.