Senior Research Associate – Viral Clearance

About the role

Join Bio-Techne, a company dedicated to enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. The Senior Research Associate on the Viral Clearance team will apply various techniques to evaluate the impact of manufacturing processes on product safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct complex experiments and report test results in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready laboratory and product documentation, including drafting and revising SOPs.
• Support projects and new product development, including interpretation of moderately complex or ambiguous data.
• Prepare technical reports and clearly communicate findings to team members and key stakeholders.
• Participate in method development and validation, as well as cross-functional projects and team meetings.
• Perform troubleshooting investigations and recommend corrective actions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance testing quality and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations, Process Engineering, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), and Regulatory Affairs (RA) to ensure consistent and robust process performance.
• Perform laboratory support functions, including instrument calibration and maintenance, reagent preparation and ordering, waste disposal, and laboratory cleaning.
• May train and provide scientific guidance to team members and lead additional development activities as needed.
• Adhere to company policies and safety requirements, including Animal Welfare Assurance, Chemical Hygiene, and Exposure Control guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field with a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant laboratory experience, or a Master’s degree with 2-5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Industry experience, including familiarity with GMP environments, is preferred.
• Experience with viral clearance methodologies is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cell culture, protein chemistry, molecular biology, and associated laboratory techniques, with demonstrated hands-on proficiency.
• Strong understanding of quality systems and experience working in regulated environments (e.g., GMP, ISO).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and demonstrated proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, with the ability to apply technical knowledge to troubleshooting and project execution.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and implementing standard operating procedures.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate and present technical information clearly.
• Self-motivated learner with the ability to quickly acquire and apply new techniques using available resources.
• Able to lead projects with minimal supervision and work with a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard Windows-based applications.
• Able to handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work hours that adhere to standard business operations (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.).
• Ability to meet project timelines and adapt to changing priorities, including flexibility to work additional hours as needed.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of cell culture, protein chemistry, molecular biology, and associated laboratory techniques, with demonstrated hands-on proficiency.
• Strong understanding of quality systems and experience working in regulated environments (e.g., GMP, ISO).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and demonstrated proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, with the ability to apply technical knowledge to troubleshooting and project execution.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate and present technical information clearly.
• Self-motivated learner with the ability to quickly acquire and apply new techniques using available resources.
• Ability to lead projects with minimal supervision and work with a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard Windows-based applications.

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 employees’ 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.
• An 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

$62,300.00 - $102,350.00

Schedule

Standard business operations (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.)