Research Associate -Conjugation Lab

Bio-Techne; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Life Sciences is seeking a Research Associate for their Conjugation Lab in Minneapolis. The role involves preparing conjugated proteins and performing quality control tasks. Join a team dedicated to advancing research and diagnostics with competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of conjugation, protein purification, and/or immunoassay experience.
• Basic knowledge of purification, conjugation, and structure of proteins and antibodies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conjugated proteins, antibodies, enzymes and microparticles for manufacturing and research.
• Perform in-process testing of conjugates stocks used in Bio-Techne assay platforms.
• Manage information and data in batch records, spreadsheets, and databases.

Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Research Associate -Conjugation Lab

Apply locations Minneapolis, MN time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id JR100870

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:

As a Research Associate in the Conjugation lab, you will be responsible for preparing conjugated proteins, antibodies, enzymes, oligonucleotides,and microparticles for both manufacturing and research purposes. In addition, you may help prepare and test other chemistry related reagents for manufacturing and QC teams. This is an exempt position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare conjugated proteins, antibodies, enzymes and microparticles for both manufacturing and research according to written SOPs. Occasionally develop new procedures for new products.

• Perform in-process testing of conjugates stocks used in Bio-Techne assay platforms.

• Complete post-manufacturing processing, sterile filtering, vialing,and labelling of conjugated products.

• Troubleshoot problematic conjugates with guidance.

• Consider opportunities to improve department efficiency and cost-savings.

• Manage information and data in batch records, spreadsheets, computer databases, paper documentation, etc.

• Follow guidelines for company safety, quality, training procedures, and regulation policies.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biological sciences, or equivalent (chemistry or biochemistry preferred) required with 0 to 2 years of conjugation, protein purification, and/orimmunoassay experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of purification, conjugation, and structure of proteins and antibodies.

• Knowledge of general and sterilelab techniques,pipetting, equipment, and inventory.

• Ability to handle repetitive complex tasks.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.

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

• Capability to work in a fast-faced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.

• Ability to pay attention to detail and perform at a high level of accuracy.

• Skills in problem solving, including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate a course of action.

• Knowledge of safety and company procedures and practices.

• Proficiency in professional communication, both orally and in writing.

• Capacity to work independently on routine assignments or projects and work with a team.

• Ability to work hours that conform to standard business operations (typically 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.).

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.

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