Chemistry Associate

Bio-Techne; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) + ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Bio-Techne, a leader in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics, is hiring for a manufacturing role in California. You will prepare control materials, calibrators, and solutions per SOPs, perform in-process analytics, and ensure quality products meet specifications.

Strong record-keeping and adherence to GMP/GLP are essential. The role emphasizes accurate measurement, aseptic techniques, instrument maintenance, and ongoing process improvements.

Qualifications

• Ability to show initiative and work in a multi-task environment.
• Good interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work with personnel at all levels.
• Experience or familiarity with GMP and GLP environments.
• Knowledge of QSR and ISO standards; familiarity with biohazardous materials and chemical safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products using approved procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Perform in-process analysis and adjust to bring analytes into specification.
• Analyze products, stock solutions, and raw materials with instrumentation.
• Perform final release testing and aseptic procedures such as filtration and plating.
• Assist with efficiency improvements and cost reduction; maintain lab cleanliness and documentation.

Skills

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/written communication

GMP/GLP environment

Biohazard handling knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biological Science

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:$25.60 - $35.20Position Summary:Responsible for processing and formulation of controls, calibrators, working solutions, and intermediates according to approved standard operating procedures. Responsible for manufacturing quality products on schedule. General knowledge and basic application of concepts, theories, terminology and practices that apply to manufacturing in a laboratory environment.Duties and Responsibilities:Prepare products using approved procedures and keep detailed and accurate recordsPerform in process analysis and determine adjustments to bring analytes into specificationAnalyze products, stock solutions, and raw materials using automated and manual instrumentationEvaluate that the analysis instrumentation and procedure is operating correctly, and verify or perform maintenance before useMeasure accurately quantities of material volumetrically and gravimetrically, employing knowledge of chemical and biochemical properties and handling proceduresContinually evaluate and/or create work instructions, QCRs, SOPs and other documents and procedures for effectiveness and modify through formal change processPerform processing steps as required in the documentation such as centrifugation, diafiltration, in-process filtration, and column separationPerform final release testingPerform aseptic procedures such as aliquoting, filtration, and microbial platingPerform assay testing for Value Assignment as requiredAssist in developing ways to increase efficiency and/or reduce costsAssist with overall maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory and equipmentStrong attention to detail, maintain clear detailed and accurate recordsPerform additional functions as requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Ability to show initiative and to perform in a multi-task environmentGood interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.Ability to work with personnel of all levelsAbility to perform in a GMP and GLP environment. Knowledge of QSR and ISOFamiliarity with biohazardous material handling and chemical safety proceduresMinimum Job Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Science, or related field preferred with 0-2 years work experience in In Vitro diagnostics, medical device, pharmaceutical or related industry required.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. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.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.