As one of the world's foremost providers of premium protein therapies, Talecris Biotherapeutics not only saves lives, we also improve the quality of life for people around the globe. We have the expertise, resources and established business infrastructure to develop, manufacture and market biotechnology products internationally. Make a positive difference in the lives of others by joining us as a:

 SENIOR ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST II / RESEARCH SCIENTIST

The qualified candidate will be a part of the Chemistry and Separations group of the R&D Analytical Development and will provide analytical expertise and support for the development of new biological products and processes from discovery research through licensing. Other responsibilities include:

• Developing and validating chemistry and separations-based analytical techniques used to analyze both small and macromolecules

• Preparing documentation for regulatory submissions 

• Working closely with various groups involved in the characterization and testing of new and existing protein products, including Research, Product Development, Quality and Regulatory Affairs

• Writing methods, protocols and reports in support of test method development, validation and transfer and drug product development

This position requires you working between Clayton and NCSU Centennial Campus.

Talecris offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k) with company match, performance bonus and profit sharing potential and a generous tuition reimbursement program. Please apply at www.talecris.com to Position #4181. (No Agency Calls, Please) EOE M/F/D/V committed to enhancing and manufacturing cultural diversity within our work environment

Education requirements are as followed:

• PhD with minimal experience, a MS with minimum of 4 years relevant experience or a B.S. with minimum of 6 years relevant experience.

Degree must be in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related course of study. Relevant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical field is preferred. The successful candidate will have experience with analytical techniques for biologicals, including but not limited to HPLC and spectrophotometric analyses.  In addition, experience with LC/MS, IC, GC, and GC/MS and test method development and validation per ICH guidelines is desired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential as the candidate must be able to work effectively in a multi-departmental team environment.