Advanced Research Associate - Aseptic Processing

Bio-Techne; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 49,700 - 81,650; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plans and employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement and training

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Bio-Techne in Saint Paul, MN is seeking an Advanced Research Associate to support the development of aseptic manufacturing processes. This role involves executing and revising SOPs, facilitating controlled experiments, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and GMP lab experience. Bio-Techne offers competitive benefits, opportunities for career development, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or Master's degree with experience.
• GMP laboratory experience required.
• Ability to perform moderately complex data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and execute SOPs for manufacturing reagents.
• Facilitate controlled experiments for product development.
• Investigate and author non-conformance reports.

Skills

Knowledge of GMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

Technical knowledge of aseptic filling

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong organizational skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience

Master’s degree in a related field with up to 2 years of relevant experience

Job description

## Advanced Research Associate - Aseptic ProcessingApplyremote type: In-personlocations: St. Paul, MNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101927**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:$49,700.00 - $81,650.00**Position Summary:** The Advanced Research Associate supports the development and sustained manufacture of Bio-Techne’s diverse product portfolio. This role involves executing and revising standard operating procedures, facilitating controlled experiments, and collaborating cross-functionally to advance new and existing products. The position implements process improvements, ensures compliance with quality standards, and supports operational excellence within a fast-paced environment.Pay Range (Based on Experience Level):$49,700-$71,000**Key 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.* Perform timely reviews of in-process manufacturing documentation.* 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.* Perform training for new employees and contribute to team development.* Follow company guidelines and comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.* Perform additional duties as assigned.**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.* Ability to perform moderately complex data analysis.* 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.**Working Conditions:*** 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. **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.** **To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. 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