Advanced Research Associate- Aseptic Processing
Bio-Techne
August 07, 2026
On-site
St Paul, MN
Operations
Position Summary
The Advanced Research Associate supports the development and sustained manufacture of Bio-Techne’s product portfolio. Executes and revises standard operating procedures, facilitates controlled experiments, and collaborates cross-functionally to advance new and existing products. Implements process improvements, ensures compliance with quality standards, and supports operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
Key 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 data, and prepare reports.
- Perform timely reviews of in-process manufacturing documentation.
- Identify and resolve manufacturing process issues.
- Investigate and author non-conformance reports; lead troubleshooting.
- Propose and implement process improvement initiatives.
- Conduct periodic workspace walkthroughs, close out actions, and perform device calibrations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams; train new employees.
- Comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years relevant experience, or Master’s degree with up to 2 years relevant experience.
- GMP laboratory experience required.
Skills/Knowledge
- GMP and GDP knowledge required; strong aseptic filling knowledge.
- Exposure to media fills and aseptic process qualification.
- Ability to work in laminar flow hoods and RABS.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; moderate data analysis and calculations.
- Strong organization, detail, communication; effective training; multitask/prioritize.
Working Conditions
- Onsite during standard business hours; occasional extended hours.
Physical Requirements
- Stand/sit for extended periods; wear PPE and clean room attire; handle equipment; lift up to 25 lbs.
Benefits (as stated)
- Competitive insurance benefits starting day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, legal and ID shield.
- 401k, ESPP, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA; paid holidays/paid time off/paid parental leave; mentorship/training/tuition reimbursement; accrued leave; resource groups/events/volunteer paid time off.
Application instructions
- For reasonable accommodation during the application/interview process, contact hr@bio-techne.com.
The Advanced Research Associate supports the development and sustained manufacture of Bio-Techne’s product portfolio. Executes and revises standard operating procedures, facilitates controlled experiments, and collaborates cross-functionally to advance new and existing products. Implements process improvements, ensures compliance with quality standards, and supports operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
Key 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 data, and prepare reports.
- Perform timely reviews of in-process manufacturing documentation.
- Identify and resolve manufacturing process issues.
- Investigate and author non-conformance reports; lead troubleshooting.
- Propose and implement process improvement initiatives.
- Conduct periodic workspace walkthroughs, close out actions, and perform device calibrations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams; train new employees.
- Comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years relevant experience, or Master’s degree with up to 2 years relevant experience.
- GMP laboratory experience required.
Skills/Knowledge
- GMP and GDP knowledge required; strong aseptic filling knowledge.
- Exposure to media fills and aseptic process qualification.
- Ability to work in laminar flow hoods and RABS.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; moderate data analysis and calculations.
- Strong organization, detail, communication; effective training; multitask/prioritize.
Working Conditions
- Onsite during standard business hours; occasional extended hours.
Physical Requirements
- Stand/sit for extended periods; wear PPE and clean room attire; handle equipment; lift up to 25 lbs.
Benefits (as stated)
- Competitive insurance benefits starting day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, legal and ID shield.
- 401k, ESPP, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA; paid holidays/paid time off/paid parental leave; mentorship/training/tuition reimbursement; accrued leave; resource groups/events/volunteer paid time off.
Application instructions
- For reasonable accommodation during the application/interview process, contact hr@bio-techne.com.