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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.
**We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunity fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us be outstanding.**
Help us lead one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That's why we need a _Pharmacovigilance Data Analysis Manager_ like you.
Role Mission: Provide operational support for global pharmacovigilance activities related to Grifols' investigational and marketed products. Ensure high-quality pharmacovigilance deliverables that comply with global regulatory reporting timelines. Manage project implementation and execution of safety systems, including ongoing business support and continuous improvement initiatives. Act as a key liaison with IT system administrators to validate and test system changes, ensuring compliance and alignment with business needs.
**What your responsibilities will be**
+ Lead and coordinate safety data analysis for aggregate reports preparation, signal management and ad hoc requests.
+ Support drug safety systems through business administration tasks, including database configuration updates, submission rules management and testing with regulatory authorities.
+ Serve as a subject matter expert in delivering and evaluating cost-effective, sustainable solutions that meet business requirements.
+ Manage documentation related to PV systems and applications, including SOPs, WPs, user requirements, functional/ technical specifications and process flow diagrams.
+ Drive change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and support the integration of new applications within the PV team.
+ Collect, prioritize and plan system improvements based on user feedback, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
+ Act as the primary PV contact for IT-related PV projects.
+ Drive Innovation through AI in Pharmacovigilance: Stay at the forefront of artificial intelligence advancements to identify and evaluate innovative technologies and processes that can enhance pharmacovigilance operations. This includes proactively assessing AI-driven tools and methodologies to improve signal detection, case processing, data analysis and regulatory compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to pilot and implement solutions that increase efficiency, accuracy, and strategic value in safety monitoring.
**Who you are**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ You have a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences (pharmacy, nursing, medicine, veterinary, etc) or Bioscience (biochemistry, biotechnology, biology, etc). Additional training and/or experience in bioinformatics/biostatistics or data analysis tools (such as R or Power BI).
+ You have at least 4 years of pharmacovigilance experience including management of pharmacovigilance data bases.
+ You have proven knowledge of Good Pharmacovigilance Practices; existing legislation, regulations, guidelines, medical coding and safety-data administration.
+ You are proficient in Windows and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word).
+ Familiarity with reporting tools such as Business Objects is strongly preferred.
+ You have knowledge of E2b (R2) and E2b (R3) and to be familiarity with medical terminology, MedDRA, WhoDrug are a plus.
+ You speak fluent Spanish and English.
+ You are proven self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
+ You must be proactive, results oriented and have strong attention to detail.
+ Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and collaborate with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
+ You possess strong technical writing and communication skills with ability to create and present design proposals, test scripts, execute training sessions and conduct effective meetings.
+ Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to ensure successful completion targeted deadlines.
**What we offer**
It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.
Information about Grifols is available at If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don't hesitate to apply!
We look forward to receiving your application!
**We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments in our selection process, please do not hesitate to inform us when applying. We are here to help.**
Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.
**Flexible schedule:** Monday-Thursday 7-10 to 16-19h and Friday 8-15h (with the same flexible start time).
**Benefits package**
**Contract of Employment:** Permanent position
**Flexibility for U Program:** Hybrid
**Location:** Sant Cugat del Vallès (preferably) / Other locations as Los Angeles, Clayton or Dublin will be considered
more about Grifols
**Req ID:**
**Type:** Indefinido tiempo completo
**Job Category:** I + D

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.
**We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunity fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us be outstanding.**
Help us lead one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That's why we need a _Pharmacovigilance Data Analysis Manager_ like you.
Role Mission: Provide operational support for global pharmacovigilance activities related to Grifols' investigational and marketed products. Ensure high-quality pharmacovigilance deliverables that comply with global regulatory reporting timelines. Manage project implementation and execution of safety systems, including ongoing business support and continuous improvement initiatives. Act as a key liaison with IT system administrators to validate and test system changes, ensuring compliance and alignment with business needs.
**What your responsibilities will be**
+ Lead and coordinate safety data analysis for aggregate reports preparation, signal management and ad hoc requests.
+ Support drug safety systems through business administration tasks, including database configuration updates, submission rules management and testing with regulatory authorities.
+ Serve as a subject matter expert in delivering and evaluating cost-effective, sustainable solutions that meet business requirements.
+ Manage documentation related to PV systems and applications, including SOPs, WPs, user requirements, functional/ technical specifications and process flow diagrams.
+ Drive change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and support the integration of new applications within the PV team.
+ Collect, prioritize and plan system improvements based on user feedback, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
+ Act as the primary PV contact for IT-related PV projects.
+ Drive Innovation through AI in Pharmacovigilance: Stay at the forefront of artificial intelligence advancements to identify and evaluate innovative technologies and processes that can enhance pharmacovigilance operations. This includes proactively assessing AI-driven tools and methodologies to improve signal detection, case processing, data analysis and regulatory compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to pilot and implement solutions that increase efficiency, accuracy, and strategic value in safety monitoring.
**Who you are**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ You have a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences (pharmacy, nursing, medicine, veterinary, etc) or Bioscience (biochemistry, biotechnology, biology, etc). Additional training and/or experience in bioinformatics/biostatistics or data analysis tools (such as R or Power BI).
+ You have at least 4 years of pharmacovigilance experience including management of pharmacovigilance data bases.
+ You have proven knowledge of Good Pharmacovigilance Practices; existing legislation, regulations, guidelines, medical coding and safety-data administration.
+ You are proficient in Windows and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word).
+ Familiarity with reporting tools such as Business Objects is strongly preferred.
+ You have knowledge of E2b (R2) and E2b (R3) and to be familiarity with medical terminology, MedDRA, WhoDrug are a plus.
+ You speak fluent Spanish and English.
+ You are proven self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
+ You must be proactive, results oriented and have strong attention to detail.
+ Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and collaborate with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
+ You possess strong technical writing and communication skills with ability to create and present design proposals, test scripts, execute training sessions and conduct effective meetings.
+ Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to ensure successful completion targeted deadlines.
**What we offer**
It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.
Information about Grifols is available at If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don't hesitate to apply!
We look forward to receiving your application!
**We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments in our selection process, please do not hesitate to inform us when applying. We are here to help.**
Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.
**Flexible schedule:** Monday-Thursday 7-10 to 16-19h and Friday 8-15h (with the same flexible start time).
**Benefits package**
**Contract of Employment:** Permanent position
**Flexibility for U Program:** Hybrid
**Location:** Sant Cugat del Vallès (preferably) / Other locations as Los Angeles, Clayton or Dublin will be considered
more about Grifols
**Req ID:**
**Type:** Indefinido tiempo completo
**Job Category:** I + D

Our client, a forward-thinking agricultural technology company, is looking for an innovative Senior Agronomist with expertise in remote sensing and data analysis to join their fully remote team. This role will be instrumental in developing and deploying advanced data-driven solutions to optimize crop production, improve resource management, and enhance sustainability across agricultural operations. You will leverage cutting-edge remote sensing technologies (satellite imagery, drone data, IoT sensors) and sophisticated data analytics techniques to extract actionable insights from vast agricultural datasets. Your responsibilities will include developing algorithms for crop health monitoring, yield prediction, pest and disease detection, and precise nutrient and water management. You will work closely with farmers, agronomists, and research institutions to understand their needs and translate them into data-driven recommendations and tools. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in agronomy, coupled with deep technical expertise in geospatial analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning. Excellent communication skills are essential to effectively convey complex technical information to a diverse audience. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of agricultural innovation, contributing to more efficient, sustainable, and resilient farming practices worldwide, all from the convenience of your remote workspace.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement remote sensing strategies for crop monitoring and analysis.
• Process, analyze, and interpret large-scale agricultural datasets from various sources (satellite, aerial, ground-based sensors).
• Create predictive models for crop yield, health, and stress factors.
• Design and validate algorithms for precision agriculture applications (fertilization, irrigation, pest management).
• Collaborate with software developers to integrate analytical models into user-friendly platforms.
• Provide expert agronomic advice based on data-driven insights to farmers and stakeholders.
• Stay current with advancements in remote sensing technology, data science, and agricultural practices.
• Conduct field trials and validation studies to assess the accuracy and effectiveness of analytical models.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external audiences.
• Contribute to the development of new data products and services for the agricultural sector.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Remote Sensing, or a related agricultural discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in agronomy with a strong emphasis on remote sensing and data analysis in agriculture.
• Expertise in processing and analyzing geospatial data (e.g., NDVI, EVI) using software like ArcGIS, QGIS, or ENVI.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., R, Python) and machine learning frameworks.
• Experience with various remote sensing platforms and data acquisition methods.
• Solid understanding of crop physiology, soil science, and agricultural production systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

**Director, Reporting & Data Analysis - Cost of Care Analytics**
Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
The **Director of Reporting & Data Analysis** - **Cost of Care Analytics** is a strategic leader responsible for advancing analytics capabilities to drive insights and decisions that improve cost of care performance. This role oversees a high-performing analytics organization, aligning resources, tools, and methodologies to deliver actionable intelligence that supports both business unit objectives and enterprise-wide healthcare affordability strategies.
**How You Will Make an Impact**
+ Provides visionary leadership in building and motivating a data-driven analytics team focused on cost of care insights.
+ Directs the development of advanced reporting, analytics, and forecasting to identify key cost drivers, efficiency opportunities, and performance improvement levers.
+ Partners with senior business leaders to translate analytics into strategy, ensuring insights directly inform cost management, operational decision-making, and value-based initiatives.
+ Develops organizational capabilities through coaching, training, and effective talent development practices.
+ Ensures accuracy, timeliness, and relevance of analytics deliverables across all supported business areas.
+ Builds strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, serving as a trusted advisor on cost-of-care performance and analytics.
+ Manages fiscal responsibilities for assigned budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
+ Establishes and enforces consistent policies, practices, and methodologies for reporting and data analysis.
+ Leads cross-functional project management efforts, ensuring seamless collaboration across finance, clinical, and business teams.
+ Communicates complex technical and analytical findings in clear, actionable, business terms.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience leading project teams, or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
**Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experience:**
+ Deep knowledge of information management technologies and modern analytics platforms.
+ Demonstrated track record of developing and executing analytics strategies that impact cost of care or financial performance.
+ Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing large, complex data initiatives.
+ Strong understanding of healthcare economics, medical cost drivers, and affordability levers.
+ Proven ability to influence and collaborate with executive leaders and external partners.
+ Exceptional communication skills, including facilitation, consultation, and executive-level storytelling.
+ Prior leadership in an analytics, finance, or healthcare environment with demonstrated impact on organizational performance.
+ Actuarial, Economics or Finance background preferred.
+ Experience Identifying medical cost drivers and mitigation factors.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Job Description

Work Arrangement

Remote: This role is categorized as remote. This means the successful candidate may be based anywhere in the United States and is not expected to report to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager.

Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.

The Role

The Lead Data Science Statistician - AV Safety Data Analysis will drive the statistical methods used to development and evaluation of autonomous vehicle (AV) performance safety metrics ranging from straightforward to advanced machine learning outputs. This position is part of the Safety Assurance for Effective Autonomous Driving Software (SAFE-ADS) department in the Global Product Safety, System, and Certification (GPSSC) organization. The SAFE-ADS department serves as the central body for automated driving system (ADS) safety. GM's vision is zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion - AV safety is at the heart of driving forward this vision. If you seek to solve complex data science challenges and see your work drive positive safety change, this role is for you.

The ideal candidate will be an expert in data science, statistical modeling, and data development across the entire data maturity curve. They will have experience in automative, safety, and/or robotic industries and understand how to integrate physics and engineering into the foundational statistical methods and approaches. The technical leader is a self-starter and comfortable solving ambiguous problems. They are passionate about data and creating valuable insights that drive continuous safety improvements and confidence in the system.

As a technical leader in the SAFE-ADS data science team, you will provide robust statistical expertise and guidance, weigh alternatives, and explain the different approaches to senior leaders. You will address safety assurance related questions related to ADS behavioral performance and validation. This role involves working with large-scale data generated by the ADS system. One of the key elements is to scale data science work and accelerating time-to-delivery in insights which requires the integration of physics and engineering principles. As a leader, you'll play a key role in defining and advancing GM's AV quantitative measurement and risk assessment efforts. Your work will contribute to enhancing and scaling our existing safety risk assessment framework and help to ensure coverage of our operational design domain, foundational components of the overall safety case that guides decision-making and drives engineering across the entire AV technology stack.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Develop and standardize best practices of statistical estimations and uncertainty model for use in ADS safety risk assessment framework

• Work with the team to develop and implement scalable ADS performance measurement solutions to help ensure safe and compliant on-road behavior and build confidence in the results

• Use an iterative method of development to share early results, identify emerging risks, and provide ongoing guidance

• Assess bias estimation and subsampling strategies used by system engineering

• Support Data Engineering and Software & Services (S&S) in the develop and automate pipelines and tooling of the measurement and risk framework

• Conduct statistical analysis to evaluate ADS driving software aggregate measures

• Raise the bar for on-road safety by continuously improving safety and AV measurement, and developing a feedback loop for software improvements

• Collaborate across various AV development teams, including GPSSC, S&S, Data Engineering, and Legal organizations

• Stay up to date on industry trends and advancements in data science and AI/ML to drive innovation within the team and cross-functionally

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• M.S. degree in quantitative discipline (statistics, operations, biostatistics, econometrics, or other relevant degree.)

• 8+ minimum years of overall relevant experience, 5 years of which should be experience as a Data Scientist and/or Statistician in a corporate or government setting

• Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning and/or deep learning techniques

• Prior experience with causal inference using instrumented variables and other forms of multifactor attribution methods

• Expertise generating insights from multiple large-scale datasets

• Proficiency in SQL and Python

• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques

• Collaborative team player and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Strong business consulting skills; ability to evaluate the big picture and solve strategic business problems

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• PhD in a quantitative discipline (statistics, operations, biostatistics, econometrics, or other relevant degree.)

• Experience in safety, automotive, or robotics data science is preferred

Compensation:

• The expected base compensation for this role is $160,200- $245,400 USD Annually

• Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position

• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance

Benefits:

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

About GM

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Clinical Research Associate
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
We are currently seeking a Clinical Research Associate II to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Clinical Research Associate II at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in designing and analyzing clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.
**What you will be doing**
+ Conducting site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials.
+ Ensuring protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety throughout the trial process.
+ Collaborating with investigators and site staff to facilitate smooth study conduct.
+ Performing data review and resolution of queries to maintain high-quality clinical data.
+ Contributing to the preparation and review of study documentation, including protocols and clinical study reports
**Your profile**
+ Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.
+ Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
+ In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH-GCP guidelines.
+ Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
+ Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver's license
**What ICON can offer you:**
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
+ Various annual leave entitlements
+ A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
+ Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
+ Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being.
+ Life assurance
+ Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site ( to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
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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.
This position is in the BioAnalytics Analytical Research group. The selected candidate will be responsible for independently designing and executing analytical methods for new projects and for investigations of licensed products. The incumbent will be expected to work effectively under general supervision and contribute to the team effort to support R&D projects. The ability to analyze and interpret data is essential. Presentation of data to and participation on cross-functional teams are required. Additional tasks associated with laboratory support will be requested as needed. The analyst may participate in development and validation of new analytical techniques following cGMP.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.**
1. The candidate will perform routine to technically more diverse testing and analysis with minimal assistance using modern instrumental analytical techniques including but not limited to Circular Dichroism, Capillary electrophoresis, chromatography (HPLC, UPLC, GC, IC), Multi angle light scattering, Field Flow Fractionation, Particle analysis, Gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, Isoelectric focusing, and FT-IR.
2. The candidate will be involved in the development and qualification or validation of analytical methods.
3. The candidate is expected to identify analytical techniques in the literature and adapt them for use in our laboratory and to develop new methods for analyte identification and quantification.
4. The candidate will perform accurate technical/GXP review of other operators work and can interpret/ understand trends in data.
5. The candidate will perform data analysis and publish reports.
6. The candidate must have strong scientific understanding of the test methods being performed as well as the intermediates/products being tested
**Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:**
1. The candidate must have experience in the use of modern instrumental analytical techniques, including but not limited to Circular Dichroism, Capillary electrophoresis, chromatography (HPLC, UPLC, GC, IC), Multi angle light scattering, Field Flow Fractionation, Particle analysis, Gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, Isoelectric focusing, and FT-IR.
2. The candidate must be able to recognize when to modify a standard approach to be more effective and incorporates new technology when appropriate. Frequent communication with personnel from other departments is often necessary to fulfill project assignments.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
4. Self-starter with strong work ethics and the ability to exercise good judgment.
5. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
6. Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
7. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
8. Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
9. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
10. Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
**Requirements:**
BS with 5+ years of experience or a MS 3+ years of experience. Educational degrees must be relevant to position (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Toxicology)
Work is performed in a clinical and/or a laboratory environment; exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms, exposure to electrical office equipment, and exposure to chemicals. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Frequently sits and bends neck for 4-6 hours per day. May stand and twist neck for 2-4 hours per day. Occasionally walks, bends and twists waist and squats. Frequent hand movement with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Moderate lifting of 15-30lbs. with a maximum lift of 35 lbs. May reach above and below shoulder height. Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently works with diverse groups to obtain consensus on complex issues. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence.
Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:
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**Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.**
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**Type:** Regular Full-Time
**Job Category:** Research & Development

**Molecular Biology Research Associate**
Durham, NC | Contract | Onsite Lab Role
**Position Overview:**
We're hiring a **Research Associate** with hands-on experience in **molecular biology** to support discovery research at **a lab** providing essential inputs to growers: crop protection, seeds, seed treatments and traits in **Durham, NC** . This is an **onsite** , full-time position with the potential for permanent hire.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Perform **PCR** , **cloning** , **E. coli transformation** , and **plasmid prep**
+ Conduct **gel electrophoresis** , **bacterial culturing** , and **DNA purification**
+ Support plant infiltrations and use LIMS for data tracking
+ Collaborate in a fast-paced lab environment and maintain accurate records
**Qualifications:**
+ **BS in Molecular Biology** , Microbiology, or related field
+ **1+ year lab experience** with molecular techniques
+ Strong aseptic technique and attention to detail
+ Experience with automated liquid handling is a plus
**Job Details:**
+ **Location:** Onsite in Durham, NC
+ **Schedule:** Mon-Fri, Full-Time
+ **Pay:** $30/hr.
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Submit your resume to be considered. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly.
**Pay Details:** $30.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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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.
**The Clinical Research Associate assists in the management of the clinical monitoring process to ensure site adherence to applicable regulatory requirements, ICH/GCP Guidelines, company SOPs, and study protocols. Ensures coordination of an accelerated study start-up including pre-study visits, initiation, interim, and closeout activities associated with clinical trials to ensure timelines and metrics are met and maintained throughout the study.**
**Primary responsibilities include:**
+ **Tracking study specific tasks and progress of the trial.**
+ **Performing regulatory document review and approval for IP release.**
+ **Assisting in the coordination and planning of meetings (e.g. Investigator Meetings, Kick-off meetings).**
+ **Conducting monitor training.**
+ **Performing monitoring/co-monitoring activities for site initiation visits, interim site monitoring, and closeout visits, in conformance to all relevant laws, regulations, guidelines and internal SOPs/policies.**
+ **Understanding and implementing processes for distribution and tracking of SAE's, safety documentation, and pregnancies. Monitors compliance of these processes.**
+ **Collaborating with data management to resolve queries.**
+ **Facilitating investigator site payments, as applicable.**
+ **Reviews/creates/tracks trial newsletters, memos, mass correspondence, or other appropriate trial-related documentation.**
+ **Assisting in evaluation of vendor performance during conduct of the study.**
+ **Acquiring a basic knowledge of the therapeutic area and product.**
+ **Obtaining a complete understanding of all trial-related documents and operational procedures.**
+ **Gaining exposure/participates in CRF development, IVRS set-up, central lab set-up, and other vendor selection processes.**
+ **Maintaining clinical trial management system (CTMS) information pertaining to the study as applicable**
+ **Assisting with auditing of study files and retrieval of outstanding documents as needed (in-house and on-site document reconciliation).**
+ **Reviewing and tracking study documents, including: project files both electronically and in the Trial Master File and Project Status Reports.**
+ **Preparing accurate and complete meeting minutes for various meetings.**
+ **Communicating and interacting with relevant study personnel, including: develops and maintains collaborative relationships to manage study issues and support milestone achievement; conveys project information; answers study questions in a timely manner while using discretion when to escalate to study manage; troubleshoots and follows up on study progress; and, reviews report data for completeness and accuracy.**
+ **Assists with effective and timely audit/inspection responses.**
**For studies monitored in house by Grifols, additional responsibilities may include:**
+ Identifies/screens/qualifies investigators through feasibility questionnaires and pre-study visits.
+ Assists with expedited identification, retrieval, and review of study documents particularly those required for site activation/study start-up.
+ Conducts/oversees completion of Pre-Study Visits, Site Initiation Visits, Interim Monitoring Visits, and Close-Out Visits, to determine protocol and regulatory compliance.
+ Verifies study documents (e.g., case report forms, source documents, adverse events) are tracked and reviewed for completeness and accuracy to ensure data integrity.
+ Reconciles clinical supplies and drug accountability records at study sites.
+ Identifies and effectively documents site findings with an equal ability to re-train, place corrective action in place with the site, and follow-up as required.
+ Reviews, clarifies, and obtains, data changes via query resolutions with site personnel.
+ Prepares telephone contact reports, confirmation letters, site visit reports (PSV, SIV, IMV, and COV), and follow-up letters to accurately and completely document site status and activities.
**Additional responsibilities:**
Assists in the development of study timelines and ensures compliance. Assists in the management of vendors. Prepares key reports and documents on progress of study for study manager. Monitors adherence to the regulatory document collection process. Interacts with data management, safety, regulatory personnel, and other functional groups. Assists team members in reviewing data listings and writing queries. Monitors and/or co-monitors as required with CRO and CRA staff to insure study integrity and compliance. Reviews study specific ICF(s) for compliance with ICH/GCP and company SOPs. Participates in CRF development and completion.
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**
Good knowledge of medical terminology, protocol, clinical trial process, regulatory requirements, and company SOPs. Good knowledge of therapeutic area assigned. Strong knowledge of ICH/GCP Guidelines and EDC process. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to train others in using MS Office Suite, Impact, and EDC systems. Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize based on study needs. Ability to make sound decisions based on available information. Ability to establish rapport with site personnel/ colleagues. Ability to work both in a team and independently. Ability to facilitate team meetings and teleconferences. Ability to present at internal study team meeting(s). Ability to train and mentor junior CRAs. Ability to seek new learning opportunities within and outside of the assigned project. Ability and willingness to travel.
**Requirements:**
+ Associate's degree in a life science field required. Bachelor's degree in a life science field preferred.
+ Typically requires 2 years of experience in clinical research, including a minimum of 1 year field monitoring experience (e.g., independent monitoring, co-monitoring, accompanied site visits).
+ 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:**
Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks and stands. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues.
Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:
Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.
**Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.**
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**Type:** Regular Full-Time
**Job Category:** Clinical Trials