Research Associate - GMP Purification at Research & Diagnostic Systems, Inc. — Minneapolis, MN

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:

This position is responsible for the purification of proteins and polyclonal/monoclonal antibodies in a GMP laboratory environment while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines. The role supports the production of GMP, ACFP, natural, and other products utilized by pharmaceutical and IVD customers. Responsibilities include protein and antibody purification through column chromatography and related techniques, aseptic filtration and bottling activities, inventory submissions, and completion of GMP-compliant documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purify proteins and polyclonal/monoclonal antibodies using column chromatography and associated purification techniques.
• Perform filtration, aliquoting, and bottling of products using aseptic laboratory practices.
• Complete batch records and manufacturing documentation in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Assist with GMP bottling and production activities as needed.
• Clean and validate laboratory equipment and procedures to maintain audit readiness.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring laboratory compliance and organization.
• Revise specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and controlled documents; submit revisions for management review and approval.
• Monitor inventory levels of chemicals, raw materials, consumables, and stock buffers; initiate replenishment requests as needed.
• Ensure equipment calibrations and laboratory maintenance activities remain current.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, to support documentation and communication needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive, proprietary, and regulated information.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, AWAIR requirements, Chemical Hygiene guidelines, and Exposure Control procedures.
• Perform additional duties and projects assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline and 0–2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience with chromatography techniques is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• GMP regulations, laboratory documentation practices, and controlled environments.
• Protein and antibody purification methods and chromatography principles.
• Laboratory safety procedures and chemical handling requirements.
• Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Performing laboratory procedures with precision and attention to detail.
• Technical documentation, recordkeeping, and data management.
• Planning, organization, time management, and multitasking.
• Building effective working relationships and collaborating across teams.
• Written and verbal communication, including technical writing.
• Follow detailed procedures and maintain compliance with GMP standards.
• Work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Handle confidential and proprietary information with discretion.
• Adapt to changing business and production priorities.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in a regulated laboratory environment.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in a GMP laboratory and production environment.
• Frequent use of laboratory equipment, chemicals, buffers, and purification systems.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• 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 to operate laboratory equipment and perform precise laboratory techniques.
• Ability to move materials and equipment throughout the laboratory and production areas.

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.

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