Research Associate, Cell and Gene Therapy Production

Bio-Techne•Minneapolis, MN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

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. The position is responsible for the preparation, production, bottling, and packaging of stem cell and gene therapy (SCGT) medias. Performing QC testing and analysis of some methylcellulose-containing media. Performing cell culture of multiple cell lines. Production of components for additional stem cell, and non-stem cell kits. This position may require weekend work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the biological sciences or equivalent
Minimum of 0 to 2 years laboratory experience.
Attention to detail and good organizational skills required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel as well as computer entry and/or typing skills are required.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, multi task, and have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of safety and company procedures and practices.
Skill in establishing effective interpersonal relationships.
Skills in math, record keeping, organizing, time management, and multi-tasking.
Ability to be flexible, learn new concepts and techniques.
Ability to act independently on routine assignments or projects.
Ability to communicate professionally, both oral and written.
Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high level of accuracy.
Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing and bottling, methylcellulose-containing media, SCGT media, kit components and Cultrex products
Prepare chemicals and reagents required for production manufacturing
Perform occasional mouse embryo dissection.
Component and chemical inventory tracking and maintenance.
Oral and written communications between multiple departments.
Ability to perform Lowry, BCA, and Sircol assays with reproducible results
Assist in production and packing of existing products as needed.
Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Handbook and follows guidelines regarding safety as outlined in the AWAIR, Chemical Hygiene and Exposure Control manuals in accordance to the job.
Cross trains and helps in other groups within the department
Performs additional duties as assigned