Research Associate 1 Job at Axio BioPharma, Madison, WI

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  • Axio BioPharma
  • Madison, WI

Job Description

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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