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Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.\nPay Range:\n$49,700.00 - $81,650.00Position Summary\nThe Advanced Research Associate will have experience running and troubleshooting molecular assays, preferably in a manufacturing environment. This role will support end to end production with primary focus on the formulation and quality control of reagents prior to being processed into finished kits.\nKey Responsibilities\nFollow manufacturing protocols to formulate reagents.\nFunctionally test products, reviewing data obtained for compliance to established specifications.\nPropose solutions to technical issues with management or technical lead prior to executing.\nAssist in downstream production by following work instructions to fill, label and package reagents.\nMaintains quality of manufactured products; recording information accurately while following Good Documentation Practices as well as verifying work performed by co-workers.\nDocument non-conformances and deviations.\nFollows work instructions to inspect, test and release raw materials.\nPerform rework as required according to designated work instructions.\nCoordinate and perform equipment maintenance.\nPerform equipment validation as required.\nPerform product stability testing according to work instructions.\nMaintain accurate inventory through the timely and accurate completion of work order and inventory transactions and by performing weekly cycle counts.\nPerform general lab maintenance, cleaning, and organization.\nExecute work in a safe manner. Notifying management of any safety issues or risks and assisting in remediation of those safety issues or risks.\nApply experience and logic to resolve a variety of moderately complex problems.\nProvide support for cross-functional teams on complex projects.\nIdentify and implement process improvements.\nRevise and update procedures as needed.\nPerform all other duties as assigned.\nKnowledge, Skills, And Abilities\nExperienced in the setup and analysis of Molecular assays, PCR/CE, qPCR and NGS preferred.\nSkilled in the use of software programs such as Microsoft Office and database management programs.\nOrganized, process-oriented individual with an attention to detail.\nGood time management skills.\nAbility to perform repetitive tasks with high degree of accuracy.\nGood written and communication skills.\nAble to work in a fast-paced environment.\nReadily adaptable to changing demands.\nFamiliarity with ERP systems, QAD a plus.\nAbility to work cohesively in a team environment.\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing principals.\nKnowledge of cGMP, GLP, ISO, CE or other regulated environments.\nEducation and Experience\nBachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent and 2-5+ years’ experience in a production environment; or a combination of education and applicable work experience.\nWhy Join Bio-Techne:\nWe offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.\n\nWe 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.\n\nWe empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.\n\nWe offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.\n\nWe offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.\n\nWe foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.\n\nBio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.\nAll 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.\nTo protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. 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