External Innovation Trainee

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 opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.**

**Join Grifols**

Our specialized Grifols Innovation and New Technologies group, GIANT, is the company’s external innovation arm, dedicated to diversifying Grifols’ external partnerships and investments to identify and develop strategic business opportunities.

**What your responsibilities will be**
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Conducting research and analysis**:The trainee is responsible for conducting comprehensive research and analysis on various therapeutic areas, technologies, and modalities to identify promising investment opportunities and track the competitive landscape.
- ** Evaluating and assessing potential value and market prospects**:The trainee is responsible for evaluating and assessing complex information (including scientific data, IP, regulatory, commercial, etc.) to determine the potential value and market prospects of different projects and technologies.
- ** Gaining insights and providing recommendations**:The trainee is responsible for gaining insights into innovative scientific advancements, emerging trends, and industry dynamics through discussions and interactions with key opinion leaders and other stakeholders. The trainee is also responsible for providing recommendations for potential collaborations or partnerships based on strategic decision-making processes.

**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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- You are studying a Master’s degree in life sciences (Biology, Biomedicine, Bioquemistry or Biotechnology) OR you have a PhD in Life Sciences and are currently studying a Master´s degree in Business or Pharmaceutical Industry.
- Passionate about innovative science, particularly about new technologies and product development.
- Capacity of analyzing data from a variety of sources and keeping up to news and new trends in the areas of interest of the company (immunology, infections diseases, hematology, pulmonology...).
- Adaptive learner that can work in a fast-paced environment.
- Capacity to get up to speed in areas outside core expertise.
- Resourceful team player who loves to help others excel.
- Analytic, organized and with effective communication skills.
- Fluent in English (C1 and above).

**What we offer**
- Working in a global company being part of a team working internationally
- Connection to other areas of the company
- Based in the company’s headquarters in Sant Cugat
- You will be part of the GIANT team and will collaborate with colleagues from distinct functions at the headquarters.
- Get the chance to build up valuable experience.
- Internship program from 6 to 12 months
- Academic aid and free meals in our canteen

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.

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

**Location**:Sant Cugat del Vallès**

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