Advanced Research Associate

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: San Marcos CA - San Marcos, CA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category: Research Description Advanced Research Associate- San Marcos, CA- DRD/Bio-Techne By joining Bio-Techne, San Marcos you'll join a proven leader in the Manufacturing of In-Vitro Diagnostics. Our Research Associates are focused on the product development of diagnostic assays, to include reagents, calibrators, controls, calibration verifiers and proficiency testing. When you join us, you will be part of a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide. Full compensation for this range is $63,000-$95,000 + 5% Bonus Incentive Plan. Position Summary: This position is responsible for participating in the development of Bio-Techne's various product lines. You will maintain knowledge of multiple products and procedures as well as draft and revise standard operating procedures in order to further the ongoing development of new and existing products to help advance Bio-Techne's evolving portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Support development of Bio-Techne reagents, calibrators, and controls. Set up and conduct your own experiments to help further new product development and product support. Draft and revise standard operating procedures. Able to design, analyze and interpret data and prepare reports summarizing findings. Carry out troubleshooting activities daily. Proficient in operating various chemistry, immuno analyzers and other laboratory equipment. Able to design, analyze and interpret data and summarize into a report. Focusing on delivering tangible results and achieving objectives efficiently and effectively. Propose and implement process improvements. Adept in GMP, GDP and general lab manufacturing processes. Collaborate with other departments/labs as needed. Capable of seamlessly transitioning products to operational phases post-development. Follow guidelines and comply with all company safety, quality, and training procedures and regulations. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree and 2-8 years of relevant experience such as IVD manufacturing or development experience Or, Master's degree in a related field and up to 2-5 years of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Adapts quickly to changing priorities, project scopes and environments. Able to thrive in dynamic work settings where tasks and goals may evolve rapidly. Exhibits strong problem-solving abilities, capable of identifying issues and developing innovated solutions. Must have good verbal and written communication skills, especially across different groups and sites. Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Must work well independently in an environment that requires strategic decision making. Comfortable with troubleshooting complex technical issues, utilizing an understanding of biochemical principles and laboratory techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Why Join Bio-Techne: We offer competitive salaries along with extensive medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family starting on day one. We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k matching 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 employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to 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. 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. Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.