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Bioprocess Associate 1 – Downstream
Aruna Bio is a clinical-stage biotech company advancing a new class of cell-free biologics — exosomes — for the treatment of central nervous system and neurodegenerative disorders. We're looking for a Bioprocess Associate 1 – Downstream to join our manufacturing team and support production of AB126, our lead therapeutic exosome candidate.
Aruna Bio | Manufacturing / Bioprocessing As a Downstream Bioprocess Associate I you'll be executing established downstream bioprocess workflows and purifications in a cGMP environment. We need someone with solid hands-on lab skills, disciplined documentation habits, and the ability to work independently within defined protocols.
Core Responsibilities • Perform downstream bioprocess workflows, including TFF systems, chromatography, and fill-finish, per established protocols and cGMP standards • Support and occasionally participate in upstream bioprocess workflows via basic supply preparations, formulations, and documentation for mammalian cell culture • Follow aseptic technique practices to preserve both research and clinical material integrity • Operate production equipment (pipettes, balances, biosafety cabinets, incubators, autoclaves, microscopes, centrifuges) accurately and safely • Maintain safety standards and lab upkeep (includes routine disinfections of bioprocessing spaces and certain equipment) • Complete manual, cGDP-compliant documentation in batch records and forms with a high degree of accuracy • Routine database updates/maintenance for downstream performance data (Excel, JMP, Prism, etc.)
Required Skills and Experience • Associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant field (e.g. bioprocessing, chemistry, biology); or a bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 1 year of relevant research experience • Previous academic experience in TFF purification. • Working knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures in a lab setting • Excellent organizational, time management, and written and oral communication skills • Strong attention to detail, especially pertaining to data records • Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision, showing personal accountability • Proficiency with primary Microsoft Office Suite tools (Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel) • Ability to work cooperatively in a controlled environment (ISO 5, 7, and 8) wearing clean room PPE for extended periods of time • Willingness to participate in a rotating weekend work and holiday schedule to perform primary cell culture maintenance tasks • Hands-on industrial experience in a cGMP-compliant environment (Preferred) • Previous experience operating pilot or commercial-scale chromatography, TFF, or other purification technologies (Preferred)
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to jobs@arunabio.com with the subject line "Bioprocess Associate 1 – Downstream"
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