Advanced Research Associate- Protein Purification

Bio-Techne • Saint Paul, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Research Associate supports the development and sustained manufacture of Bio-Techne’s diverse product portfolio. This role involves executing and revising standard operating procedures, facilitating controlled experiments, and collaborating cross-functionally to advance new and existing products. The position implements process improvements, ensures compliance with quality standards, and supports operational excellence within a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in a related field with up to 2 years of relevant experience.
• GMP laboratory experience required.
• Knowledge of GMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform moderately complex data analysis.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training effectively.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Strong technical knowledge of fermentation (E. coli bioreactor), protein purification (TFF, chromatography, filtration, dialysis), and/or aseptic filling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Author, revise, and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing reagents and consumables.
• Facilitate moderately complex controlled experiments to support new product development.
• Perform validation activities for equipment used in GMP manufacturing processes.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to capture results, analyze generated data, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Perform timely reviews of in-process manufacturing documentation.
• Identify and resolve observed manufacturing process issues.
• Investigate and author non-conformance reports; lead troubleshooting activities.
• Propose process improvement initiatives and lead implementation efforts.
• Conduct periodic workspace walkthroughs, close out actions, and perform device calibrations to maintain compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Perform training for new employees and contribute to team development.
• Follow company guidelines and comply with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• 401k plans
• employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• mentorship
• promotional opportunities
• training and development
• tuition reimbursement
• internship programs
• employee resource groups
• volunteer paid time off
• employee events
• charity drives
• accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level