Quality Intern - Nucleic Acid Testing

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 San Diego is seeking a Quality Intern for the summer. The Quality Intern will work primarily with the Quality Control department to gain an understanding of method validation, feasibility studies, data analysis and documentation. The intern will work within the Quality department to gain an understanding of compliance, design change controls, and quality control procedures.

To succeed in this role, we are seeking individuals who recently finished (<6 months) with an undergraduate degree or degree near completion in any applicable Quality related field along with a minimum of 2+ years university experience.

Responsibilities

• Present project and study updates to QC leadership, including experimental status, data interpretation, and next steps.
• Train in and establish proficiency in Quality Control laboratory procedures utilized by the Procleix NAT QC team.
• Support the design and execution of feasibility studies and project‑based experimental plans.
• Execute laboratory testing, analyze and interpret results, and recommend subsequent experimental actions based on data trends.
• Learn and support the preparation of study protocols, technical reports, and data summaries in compliance with GMP and documentation requirements.
• Work with Quality Assurance – Compliance to gain an understanding of:

• Change control processes
• Site compliance requirements
• Applicable regulations and standards (ISO 13485, MDSAP, IVDR)

• Deliver a final internship presentation summarizing work performed, knowledge gained, and recommendations for future internship programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites
• Strong ability to demonstrate time management, organization and prioritizing tasks
• Ability to work independently on multiple simultaneous projects and be flexible to changing priorities Strong attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of GMP/QSR requirements is a plus. Basic computer skills

Education

Recently finished (<6 months) undergraduate degree or degree near completion in any applicable Quality related field Minimum of 2+ years university experience

Experience

Technical writing skills are a plus

Occupational Demand

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. May occasionally enter Bio Risk Area. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. 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. 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.

The estimated pay scale for NAT Quality Intern role based in California, is $20 per hour. 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!

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, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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