Animal Testing Specialist — GMP & LIMS

Grifols, S.A; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO and Holidays

5% 401(K) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Grifols, S.A. in California seeks an Animal Specialist to perform compendial animal testing and endotoxin analyses under GMP regulations. The role includes preparing reagents, monitoring animal health, and maintaining detailed test records in a fast-paced lab.

Excellent organization, communication, and technical skills are required. Flexible shifts are needed to support 24/7 plant operations, with competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, or closely related scientific discipline is required.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated testing laboratory working with animals is preferred.
• Basic understanding of microbiology, aseptic techniques, and animal husbandry.
• Must be able to work with laboratory animals and use hypodermic needles for injections.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English; proficient with MS Office.
• Flexibility with working hours to accommodate 24/7 plant operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform compendial animal testing of final container products, such as Rabbit Pyrogen test and General Safety test.
• Perform endotoxin (LAL) testing on water samples, in-process products, and raw materials.
• Prepare reagents, materials, and equipment for biological or animal testing.
• Monitor health of animals daily and maintain test records.
• Enter data into LIMS for reporting and trending purposes.
• Review test results against specifications and maintain instrument usage logs.
• Support laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and inventory management.
• Maintain sample logs and logs for instrument usage and calibration.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Biology, or closely related scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

MS Office

Job description

Grifols, S.A. in California seeks an Animal Specialist to perform compendial animal testing and endotoxin analyses under GMP regulations. The role includes preparing reagents, monitoring animal health, and maintaining detailed test records in a fast-paced lab.

Excellent organization, communication, and technical skills are required. Flexible shifts are needed to support 24/7 plant operations, with competitive pay and benefits offered.