Advanced Lab Assistant

Research & Diagnostic Systems, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bio-Techne seeks a Lab Technician to support the Protein Sciences Segment by harvesting and concentrating cell cultures for protein and antibody production, preparing labware, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining lab operations and inventory.

The role emphasizes safety, independent work, and the ability to prioritize workloads in a fast-paced environment. Training of new staff and SOP updates are also part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma with 1–2 years related experience or an associate degree with 0–2 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates autoclave and labware washer per department's protocols.
• Harvests and concentrates conditioned media and performs steps to prepare for product purification, including cGMP productions.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on Chlorine Dioxide gas sterilization room.
• Produces, prepares, and handles materials for cGMP production.
• Handles bio-hazardous waste following safety procedures.
• Maintains documentation of laboratory methods.
• Manufactures solutions, medias, and plates.
• Cleans and maintains general work areas.
• Helps to perform equipment calibrations, validations, and maintenance.

Skills

Lab safety

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Tools

Autoclave

Labware washer

Centrifuge

Sterilization room

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $27.50

Position Summary: The responsibilities of this position are to perform lab support duties and tasks all the Protein Sciences Segment of the company and to perform functions for harvesting and concentrating of cell cultures for protein and antibody production. These responsibilities include collecting and washing used labware, preparing the labware sterilization, running and maintaining labware processing equipment, maintaining and calibrating equipment, maintaining inventory, organizing and unpacking materials for inventory, preparing buffers and solutions and media, prepare plates, and harvesting and concentration of cell culture media. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates Autoclave, labware washer and hand washes labware per department's protocols.
• Prepares labware for sterilization and schedules and operates the autoclave to ensure a supply of clean labware is available for each department.
• Harvests and concentrates conditioned media and performs steps to prepare for product purification, including cGMP productions.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on Chlorine Dioxide gas sterilization room.
• Produces, prepares, and handles materials for cGMP production.
• Handles bio-hazardous waste following safety procedures.
• Maintains documentation of laboratory methods.
• Manufactures solutions, medias, and plates.
• Cleans and maintains general work areas.
• Helps to perform equipment calibrations, validations, and maintenance.
• Upholds teamwork efforts and a pleasant work environment to maintain a positive work environment.
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Handbook and follows guidelines regarding safety as outlined in the AWAIR, Chemical Hygiene and Exposure Control manuals in accordance to the job.
• Works independently.
• Demonstrates ability to efficiently prioritize workload.
• Assists in the training of new staff.
• Assists with the development, updating, and or revising of department SOPs and documents.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 1-2 years related experience or equivalent. Or, an associate degree with 0-2 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of general lab equipment, and centrifuge Knowledge of safety and company rules and policies. Skills in establishing effective interpersonal relationships. Skills in problem solving and critical thinking, including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate an alternative course of action. Ability to plan, organize and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner. Ability to communicate professionally, both oral and written. Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high-level accuracy. Ability to work independently and with a team. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain consistency and accuracy. Ability to make effective decisions and execute an appropriate course of action considering all relevant variables. Ability to negotiate by collaborating with others to arrive at a conclusion using compromise, persuasion, rational, and diplomacy. Ability to handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to handle laboratory equipment.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. as needed.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

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

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (e.g., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant work status).

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or take part in any other stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Bio-Techne empowers researchers in Life Science and Clinical Diagnostics by providing high-quality reagents, instruments, custom manufacturing, and testing services. Our family of brands creates a unique portfolio of products and services. Science is our passion; it drives us to collaborate, develop, and manufacture award-winning tools that help researchers achieve reproducible and consistent results.