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Advanced Research Associate

Bio-Techne
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/12/2026 CLOSED ON 5/1/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Research Associate position at Bio-Techne?

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.

Pay Range

$49,700.00 - $81,650.00

Position Summary:

The Advanced Research Associate is responsible for executing experiments and producing batches of low to moderate complexity. This role independently prioritizes work, analyzes data, drafts SOPs, troubleshoots technical issues, and ensures laboratory and equipment functionality. The position collaborates across groups and contributes to process improvements while maintaining high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and perform experiments or produce batches of low to moderate complexity.
  • Compile, analyze, and report on data.
  • Make decisions based on experimental data or results.
  • Communicate effectively across groups and sites.
  • Perform routine laboratory maintenance and ensure proper equipment function.
  • Collaborate with facilities or service providers as needed.
  • Draft and revise SOPs.
  • Propose and implement process improvements.
  • Independently troubleshoot issues based on prior experience.
  • Utilize internal databases effectively.
  • Collaborate on projects of low to moderate complexity.
  • Participate in training employees.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Requires a master’s degree with up to 2 years of relevant experience Or, a bachelor's degree with 2-5 years of relevant experience; Or, an associate degree with 7 or more years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Strong technical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot routine issues.
  • Knowledge of multiple laboratory processes or products.
  • Skills in problem-solving and critical thinking.
  • Ability to act independently on routine assignments.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Ability to communicate professionally, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Working Conditions

  • Standard laboratory environment.
  • May require occasional travel.
  • Must be able to work typical business hours.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift laboratory materials.
  • Stand for extended periods.
  • Perform repetitive laboratory motions as required.

Why Join Bio-Techne

  • We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
  • We 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.
  • We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, 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 offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
  • 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.

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.

Salary : $49,700 - $81,650

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