Advanced Research Associate- Protein Purification

Scorpion Therapeutics; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking an Advanced Research Associate to support development and sustained manufacture of products. You will author SOPs, conduct controlled experiments, and ensure adherence to GMP/GDP while driving process improvements.

The role involves site-onsite work during standard hours with potential extended hours, collaboration across teams, and training responsibilities to develop the workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years relevant experience, or Master's degree with up to 2 years relevant experience.
• GMP laboratory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing reagents and consumables.
• Facilitate moderately complex controlled experiments for new product development.
• Perform validation activities for equipment used in GMP manufacturing.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to capture results, analyze data, and prepare reports.
• Perform timely reviews of in-process manufacturing documentation.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing process issues.
• Investigate and author non-conformance reports; lead troubleshooting activities.
• Propose and implement process improvement initiatives.
• Conduct workspace walkthroughs, close out actions, and perform device calibrations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve project objectives.
• Perform training for new employees and contribute to team development.
• Comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

GMP knowledge

GDP knowledge

Data analysis

Training

MS Office

Fermentation

Protein purification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Fermentation systems

Chromatography

TFF

Aseptic filling

Job description

Position Summary

The Advanced Research Associate supports the development and sustained manufacture of Bio-Techne's product portfolio. Executes and revises standard operating procedures, facilitates controlled experiments, and collaborates cross-functionally to advance new and existing products. Implements process improvements, ensures compliance with quality standards, and supports operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing reagents and consumables.
• Facilitate moderately complex controlled experiments for new product development.
• Perform validation activities for equipment used in GMP manufacturing.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to capture results, analyze data, and prepare reports.
• Perform timely reviews of in-process manufacturing documentation.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing process issues.
• Investigate and author non-conformance reports; lead troubleshooting activities.
• Propose and implement process improvement initiatives.
• Conduct workspace walkthroughs, close out actions, and perform device calibrations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve project objectives.
• Perform training for new employees and contribute to team development.
• Comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years relevant experience, or Master's degree with up to 2 years relevant experience.
• GMP laboratory experience required.

Skills/Abilities (Required/Preferred)

• Knowledge of GMP and GDP required.
• Preferred: technical knowledge of fermentation (E. coli bioreactor), protein purification (TFF, chromatography, filtration, dialysis), and/or aseptic filling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform moderately complex data analysis; strong organization and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication; ability to conduct training; multitask and prioritize.

Working Conditions

• Onsite work during standard business hours; occasional extended hours as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/sit for extended periods; manual dexterity; lift up to 25 lbs as needed.