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.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing small scale cell culture to produce GMP and non-GMP recombinant proteins and monoclonal antibodies for growth in various types of bioreactor systems, reviewing previous batch records to optimize growth conditions for production, media and supplement preparation, and additional duties as assigned. This position requires weekend work with a Tuesday - Saturday shift.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Produce mammalian cell derived recombinant proteins, hybridoma cell derived monoclonal antibodies (GMP and non-GMP products) and various other cell lines: small and large scale cell culture. Perform DNA extractions, ELISAs, and Transient Transfections for recombinant antibody production. Review previous batch records to optimize growth conditions for production. Troubleshoot issues that arise during production and suggest adjustments to be made. Prepare media and solutions for cell culture. Revise existing and write new standard operating procedures. Assist in training new employees in standard lab practices and functions. Follows company policies and practices as outlined in Handbook and follow guidelines regarding safety as outline in the AWAIR, Chemical Hygiene and Exposure Control manuals in accordance to the job. Perform additional duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a biological science with a minimum of 2 to 5 years of relevant laboratory experience or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 0 to 2 years of relevant laboratory experience. Previous lab and cell culture experience preferred. Candidates must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment with a sense of priority. Attention to detail and organizational skills are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skill in establishing effective interpersonal relationships such as the ability to solicit key ideas and information. Skills in problem solving and critical thinking, including the ability to identify and appropriately evaluate an alternative course of action. Understanding in sterile practices and properly perform aseptic technique. Skills in planning, organizational, time management and multi-tasking. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including technical writing skills. Knowledge of safety and company rules and policies.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

We offer competitive wages along with extensive benefits for employees and their families.

We invest in our employees’ financial futures through retirement programs and an employee stock purchase plan.

We help our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, internship programs, and more.

We offer an international and diverse working environment, enriched by employee resource groups; volunteer and charity events; and employee events that build a culture of caring and belonging.

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.

Bio-Techne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 empowers researchers in Life Science and Clinical Diagnostics by providing high-quality reagents, instruments, custom manufacturing, and testing services. Our family of brands creates a unique portfolio of products and services.

Science is our passion; it drives us to collaborate, develop, and manufacture award-winning tools that help researchers achieve reproducible and consistent results.