Research Associate

biotechne; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) + ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship & development

Volunteer time off

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Bio-Techne's Luminex Operations manufactures made-to-order Luminex multiplexing assays that support critical disease-related research. As a Research Associate, you will assist manufacturing across platforms to ensure quick turnaround, high quality, and customer satisfaction. This is an exempt position.

You will help with inventory, data reporting, and routine equipment maintenance while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent required; 0–2 years in a lab.
• Associate's degree in Biological Sciences or related field with at least 2 years lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Formulate microparticle and biotin cocktails per SOPs.
• Qualify Luminex assay components (microparticles, biotins).
• Troubleshoot non-conforming Luminex assays with guidance.
• Track and replenish inventory of assay components.
• Report and analyze data in multiple databases.
• Prepare and stock diluents and standards for orders.
• Follow safety, quality, training, and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.

Skills

Lab skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Associate's degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Micropipettes

Centrifuge

LIMS

Barcode scanners

Job description

Pay Range

$40,300.00 - $66,250.00

Position Summary

Bio-Techne's Luminex Operations manufactures made-to-order Luminex Multiplexing Assays that allow researchers to perform studies on a variety of different diseases that are critical for drug discoveries and clinical studies. As a Research Associate in Luminex Operations, you will be responsible for supporting manufacturing processes within various Luminex made-to-order assay platforms and to ensure quick product turnaround, high quality, and customer satisfaction. This is an exempt position.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate microparticle and biotin cocktails for made-to-order Luminex multiplex assays according to established SOPs.
• Perform qualification of Luminex assay components including microparticles and biotins stocks.
• Trouble shooting of non-confirming Luminex assays with guidance.
• Track and maintain inventory of assay components, requesting new stocks as required.
• Report and analyze data in multiple databases.
• Prepare and stock diluents and standards as needed to process orders.
• Follow guidelines for company safety, quality, training procedures, and regulation policies.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent required with 0 to 2 years of work experience in a lab, or an associate's degree in Biological Sciences or related with a minimum of 2 years work experience in a lab.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment (e.g. pipettes, centrifuge, computers, etc.)
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel.
• Capability to work in a fast-faced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to plan, organize and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner.
• Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high-level accuracy.
• Proficiency in professional communication, both orally and in writing.
• Perform work independently on routine assignments or projects and work with a team.

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.