Gene Therapy Downstream Process Associate (18-Month)

Aequor; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor seeks an Associate Scientist - Downstream Process Development for an 18-month onsite contract in Durham, NC. The role focuses on hands-on downstream operations supporting gene therapy processes, including data capture and cross-functional collaboration.

You will execute unit operations (depth filtration, chromatography, TFF) at varying scales, document results, and contribute to process optimization with attention to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in biological/ pharmaceutical sciences or related field with 2 years relevant experience, or Master’s with 0–1 years.
• Hands-on experience with depth filtration, chromatography, or tangential flow filtration (TFF).
• Accurate execution and adherence to procedures.
• Strong data analysis and result communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute experimental and process activities to support program deliverables.
• Perform downstream processes like depth filtration, chromatography, or TFF at small or large scale.
• Support pilot- and large-scale batches including prep, sampling, and documentation.
• Analyze data and communicate results to the team.
• Maintain documentation and equipment, follow safety and procedures.

Skills

Downstream operations

Data analysis

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Aequor seeks an Associate Scientist - Downstream Process Development for an 18-month onsite contract in Durham, NC. The role focuses on hands-on downstream operations supporting gene therapy processes, including data capture and cross-functional collaboration.

You will execute unit operations (depth filtration, chromatography, TFF) at varying scales, document results, and contribute to process optimization with attention to safety and quality standards.