Associate Chemist/Biologist – Failure Analysis Lab Investigator

Grifols

. Investigate product technical complaints and in-house investigations involving manufacturing samples .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeClayton • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory investigation and troubleshooting, with a strong foundation in chemistry and experience in GLP/GMP environments. Proficient in data collection, analysis, and report writing, while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

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Laboratory InvestigationGLP/GMP ExperienceData Collection and AnalysisChemistry CourseworkReport Writing

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Hard Skills

Analytical Quantitative ChemistryContainer Closure TestingParticle Isolation and IdentificationTroubleshooting Manufacturing IssuesLaboratory Equipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationFollowing InstructionsCoordination and Precision

Tools & Technologies

FTIRRAMAN SpectroscopyLaboratory Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

AA or BS Degree in Medical TechnologyBS Degree in BiologyBS Degree in Chemistry

Industry Keywords

Medical TechnologyClinical Laboratory ScienceBiological FluidsInfectious OrganismsQuality Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate product technical complaints and in-house investigations involving manufacturing samples
Troubleshoot issues involving intermediate products, equipment, final containers, and other samples from manufacturing
Investigate returned products for particle isolation and identification using FTIR/RAMAN
Perform container closure testing and investigate potential product quality issues reported by patients or medical personnel
Collect and evaluate raw data
Write investigation reports
Maintain the laboratory and laboratory equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of two years of college-level chemistry courses, including one year of general chemistry with associated laboratory work, analytical quantitative chemistry with associated laboratory work, and other chemistry coursework with associated laboratory work
AA or BS degree in medical technology/clinical laboratory science, or BS degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field
2 years of applicable laboratory experience
Background in medical technology/clinical laboratory science preferred
Experience in a GLP/GMP laboratory preferred
Ability to work in office and laboratory/manufacturing environments
Ability to handle exposure to biological fluids and potentially infectious organisms
Ability to use electrical office and laboratory equipment
Ability to sit or stand for 2–4 hours per day
Frequent hand, finger, wrist, and foot movements; precise coordination to grasp and manipulate objects
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs
Color perception/discrimination and near vision correctable to 20/30 in one eye and 20/100 in the other
Ability to communicate complex information clearly and understand spoken and written information
Ability to follow written or oral instructions and procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices and observances, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or disability
Personal protective equipment provided/required, including protective eyewear, garments, and gloves