Company Description
Axio BioPharma is an AI-first Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) located in Madison, WI. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of mammalian-expressed recombinant proteins, with a focus on monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). Our approach combines small-scale manufacturing services and data-driven Ai-models to accelerate development timelines, helping to bring life-saving therapies to patients faster.
Role Description
We are seeking a hands-on and adaptable Research Associate 1 to join our biomanufacturing team. This position will support both upstream expression and downstream purification workflows, flexing between roles based on project needs. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across a range of lab activities and eager to learn in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Upstream Expression Support
• Assist with transient transfections in mammalian expression systems
• Prepare media, supplements, and expression reagents
• Monitor and document shake flask cultures and expression yields
Downstream Purification Support
• Support protein purification and buffer preparation
• Clean and assemble purification columns and related equipment
• Assist in harvesting, clarification, and sample collection steps
General Lab Operations
• Maintain lab organization, inventory, and cleanliness
• Calibrate and clean shared equipment (e.g., balances, incubators, pumps)
• Help ensure data and sample tracking is accurate and well documented
• Support team with routine lab tasks such as aliquoting, labeling, and stocking supplies
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
• 4+ years of hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry)
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow protocols
• Comfort working across multiple workflows and shifting priorities
• Eagerness to learn new techniques and contribute to cross-functional team efforts
• Demonstrated AI literacy: hands-on experience using AI technologies (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Grok) to enhance and scale key responsibilities through prompt engineering and context management.
Preferred Skills
• Familiarity with mammalian cell culture or chromatography workflows
• Experience working in a biomanufacturing or CDMO environment
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment or lab prep tasks independently
What We Offer
• Base salary $45,000 – 63,000 per year
• Health insurance benefits for full-time employees
• Unlimited PTO policy that supports work-life balance
• Opportunities to gain hands-on experience across a range of biomanufacturing processes
• A collaborative and supportive environment with on-the-job learning and mentorship
Join Axio BioPharma in transforming biopharmaceutical manufacturing and helping life-saving therapies reach patients faster.
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