Advanced Research Associate - Chemistry at Bio-Techne San Marcos, CA

Advanced Research Associate - Chemistry – San Marcos, CA.

Pay Range: $52,000.00 - $85,600.00.

Responsible for developing controls, calibrators, working solutions, and intermediates according to approved standard operating procedures. Responsible for developing quality products on schedule. General knowledge and basic application of concepts, theories, terminology and practices that apply to research in a laboratory environment.

• Assist in the development of new products or methods, or optimize or refine current product lines.
• Create new products using approved procedures and keep detailed and accurate records.
• Prepare summary reports for Feasibility, Development, and Transfer as required.
• Perform in-process analyses and determine adjustments to bring analytes into specification.
• Analyze products, stock solutions, and raw materials using automated and manual instrumentation.
• Evaluate that the analysis instrumentation and procedure is operating correctly, and verify or perform maintenance before use.
• Measure accurately quantities of material volumetrically and gravimetrically, employing knowledge of chemical and biochemical properties and handling procedures.
• Continually evaluate and/or create work instructions, QCRs, SOPs and other documents and procedures for effectiveness and modify through formal change process.
• Perform processing steps as required in the documentation such as centrifugation, diafiltration, in-process filtration, and column separation.
• Perform final release testing.
• Perform aseptic procedures such as filtration, filling, capping and microbial plating.
• Assist in training personnel in manufacturing procedures.
• Assist in the validation testing of equipment and processes.
• Perform assay testing for Value Assignment as required.
• Assist in new product transfer and with the development of any new procedures required.
• Assist in developing ways to increase efficiency and/or reduce costs.
• Assist with overall maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
• Special projects as assigned.
• Perform additional functions as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Science, or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years work experience in in vitro diagnostics, medical device, pharmaceutical or related industry required.

• Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and d.
• 401k plans, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
• Employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
• Accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• 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.