Advanced Research Associate- Aseptic Processing

About the role

The Advanced Research Associate at Bio-Techne supports the development and sustained manufacture of Bio-Techne’s diverse product portfolio. This role involves executing and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), facilitating controlled experiments, and collaborating cross-functionally to advance new and existing products.

Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing reagents and consumables.
• Facilitate moderately complex controlled experiments to support new product development.
• Perform validation activities for equipment used in GMP manufacturing processes.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to capture results, analyze generated data, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Identify and resolve observed manufacturing process issues.
• Investigate and author non-conformance reports; lead troubleshooting activities.
• Propose process improvement initiatives and lead implementation efforts.
• Conduct periodic workspace walkthroughs, close out actions, and perform device calibrations to maintain compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Train new employees and contribute to team development.
• Comply with company guidelines and follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in a related field with up to 2 years of relevant experience. GMP laboratory experience required.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Knowledge of GMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) required. Strong technical knowledge of aseptic filling, exposure to media fills and aseptic process qualification, ability to work in laminar flow hoods and RABS, proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, ability to perform moderate complex calculations, effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to conduct training effectively, ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• Investment in employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Empowerment of career development through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• Employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
• Accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• Foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Pay

$49,700.00 - $81,650.00

Schedule

Onsite work required during standard business hours. Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to wear PPE and clean room attire.
• Manual dexterity for handling laboratory equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.