Research Associate - Antibody Conjugation

Bio-Techne; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

401(k) and ESPP

HSA / FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship & career development

Job summary

Bio-Techne is seeking a detail-oriented manufacturing technician to execute complex antibody conjugation processes in a fast-paced lab environment. You will follow SOPs, maintain records, and support inventory and labeling activities to ensure timely production.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a scientific field or equivalent and at least two years of lab experience. Proficiency with Word and Excel is expected, with strong organizational and teamwork abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of lab experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform antibody conjugation processes in accordance with SOPs to meet production timelines and quality standards.
• Document production activities and data in designated systems for traceability.
• Support product processing, including retrieval, aliquoting, capping, and labeling of materials.
• Collaborate with Technical Services by providing input and performing tests for customer inquiries.
• Contribute to product line development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with inventory management and general lab organization.
• Execute additional lab and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Lab techniques

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline

2+ years lab experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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:

$40,300.00 - $66,250.00

Position Summary: This role executes complex and repetitive manufacturing processes in accordance with established SOPs, while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to production timelines. Key responsibilities include the manufacturing of conjugated antibodies that meet high quality specifications, maintaining detailed production records, supporting product processing activities such as aliquoting and labeling, and assisting with inventory management.

The role partners with Technical Services to support customer inquiries and contribute to product line development initiatives. This position requires someone that is highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform antibody conjugation processes in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet production timelines and quality standards.

• Accurately document production activities and data within designated systems to ensure traceability and compliance.

• Support product processing operations, including retrieval, aliquoting, capping, and labeling of materials.

• Collaborate with Technical Services by providing scientific input and conducting additional testing to address customer inquiries and product-related issues.

• Contribute to product line development and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist with inventory management and general laboratory organization to support efficient operations.

• Execute additional laboratory and administrative tasks as needed to meet team and business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• This position requires a bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline or equivalent.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a lab setting in leu of a degree.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general lab techniques.

• Ability to handle repetitive complex tasks efficiently.

• Attention to details and an ability to perform at a high-level accuracy.

• Ability to plan, organize and multi-task to complete assignments in an efficient manner.

• Ability to work independently and with a team.

• Ability to act independently on routine assignments or projects.

• Ability to communicate professionally, both oral and written.

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a laboratory and production environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents, and standard lab equipment.

• Standard schedule hours with occasional variation depending on production needs.

• Minimal or no travel required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing 5-50 lbs.

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive laboratory tasks for extended periods.

• Manual dexterity required for laboratory equipment and fine measurement techniques.

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.