Downstream Process Development Associate – Gene Therapy Purification 3656143

Be Part Of A Dynamic Team

Join a growing gene therapy organization supporting the development of innovative therapeutic programs through advanced process development and purification technologies. This team operates in a collaborative, startup-style environment where scientists work closely together to develop and optimize processes that support future manufacturing capabilities.

The successful candidate will join a hands-on process development group focused on downstream purification activities, laboratory execution, and advancing gene therapy programs through critical development milestones.

What's In Store For You

• Engagement: W2 only (no C2C/1099)
• Full-time onsite laboratory opportunity in San Diego, California.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to gene therapy process development activities.
• Exposure to advanced downstream purification technologies and specialized laboratory equipment.
• Work alongside experienced scientists in a collaborative and evolving biotech environment.
• Potential contract extension or future full-time consideration based on business needs and performance.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Execute downstream process development activities supporting gene therapy programs.
• Operate chromatography systems, tangential flow filtration (TFF), ultrafiltration, and depth filtration equipment.
• Support purification process development studies and laboratory experimentation.
• Generate experimental data and contribute to process optimization activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment operation and support successful execution of development runs.
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional partners to achieve project goals.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and communicate study results effectively.
• Support continued development of downstream processing capabilities within a growing organization.

Are you an experienced downstream process development professional ready to make an impact?

• Approximately 4–6 years of hands-on downstream process development experience preferred.
• Experience operating chromatography systems in a laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with tangential flow filtration (TFF) systems.
• Experience with ultrafiltration and depth filtration processes.
• Background in gene therapy, biologics, bioprocess development, or related purification environments preferred.
• Ability to independently execute laboratory activities after onboarding and training.
• Experience in process development environments strongly preferred; GMP experience is helpful but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline preferred, although equivalent hands-on experience may be considered.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and processes.
• Collaborative communication style aligned with a team-focused scientific environment.
• Comfortable working onsite five days per week in San Diego.