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 - $66,250.00POSITION SUMMARY
Perform routine quality control testing of protein, peptide or antibody products using standard operating procedures to determine lot status, product release and product stability. Tests include: concentration determination, SDS-PAGE with densitometry, endotoxin assay, TOC, conductivity and other testing as assigned. The position requires routine documentation, analysis and communication of results within the department and across different groups. Other duties include instrument calibration and maintenance, record keeping, and lab support. Within this job function, the Research Associate must also pursue annual goals that aim to facilitate innovation, efficiency, productivity and team building across the QC Department or the entire company. Perform additional duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform, document, and report data for routine QC testing following standard operating procedures. Assist with lab support functions, including instrument calibration and maintenance, reagent ordering and preparation, waste disposal, and laboratory cleaning. Assist with the monitoring of lab supplies and ordering. Perform peer review of laboratory documentation to ensure accuracy and to suggest improvements, as well as to assist in the collection of metrics. Participate in laboratory meetings. Actively take part in meeting with and interacting with group members to learn, provide suggestions for how to make the environment safer, more efficient, and more successful. 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. Performs additional duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Position requires a B.S. degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field, and 0 - 2 years related experience. Attention to detail, organization, data analysis and problem-solving skills are required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of biochemistry and its application to protein, peptide, and antibody products. Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment, QC functions, test procedures and aseptic technique. Ability to plan, organize, and manage time. Knowledge of safety and company rules and policies Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, Internet browsers as well as computer entry and typing skills. Skills in problem solving and critical thinking, including the ability to make effective decisions and execute an appropriate course of action considering all relevant variables and within the scope of defined standard operation procedures. Skills in verbal and written communication, including technical writing skills. Ability to handle sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality. Ability to pay attention to details and perform at a high level of accuracy. Ability to learn and consistently execute laboratory tasks. Ability to act independently on routine assignments or on projects with a team. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work hours that confirm to standard business operations (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.). Flexibility to work alternate or additional hours as needed.
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.
Bio-Techne Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage are often regarded as strong, with core health benefits broadly available across U.S. roles. Day-one eligibility and comprehensive options are described as a relative bright spot even when pay sentiment is mixed.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and volunteer time are emphasized alongside flexible scheduling. Work-life balance elements are seen as strengths relative to base-pay concerns.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Quarterly or semi-annual bonuses and eligibility for annual cash incentives add meaningful upside for many salaried roles. Structured plans such as a Management Incentive Plan reinforce predictability of variable pay.
Bio-Techne Insights
What We Do
Bio-Techne Corporation (NASDAQ: TECH) is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality purified proteins and reagent solutions - notably cytokines and growth factors, antibodies, immunoassays, biologically active small molecule compounds, tissue culture reagents, and cell and gene therapy workflow solutions including T-Cell activation technologies. Bio-Techne’s portfolio also includes protein analysis solutions, sold under the ProteinSimple brand name, that offer researchers efficient and streamlined options for automated Western blot and multiplexed ELISA workflow. These reagent and protein analysis solutions are sold to biomedical researchers, as well as clinical research laboratories, and constitute the Protein Sciences Segment. Bio-Techne also develops and manufactures diagnostic products including FDA-regulated controls, calibrators, blood gas and clinical chemistry controls, and other reagents for OEM and clinical customers. Bio-Techne’s genomic tools include advanced tissue-based in situ hybridization assays (ISH) for research and clinical use, sold under the ACD brand, as well as a portfolio of clinical molecular diagnostic oncology assays including the ExoDx®Prostate (IntelliScore) test (EPI) for prostate cancer diagnosis. These diagnostic and genomic products comprise Bio-Techne’s Diagnostics and Genomics Segment. Bio-Techne products are integral components of scientific investigations into biological processes and molecular diagnostics, revealing the nature, diagnosis, etiology and progression of specific diseases. They aid in drug discovery efforts and provide the means for accurate clinical tests and diagnoses. With thousands of products in its portfolio, Bio-Techne generated approximately $714 million in net sales in fiscal 2019 and has over 2,200 employees worldwide.
