Job Title: Associate – Biomanufacturing, Downstream/mRNA

Location: Madison, WI (100% On-Site)
Schedule: Night Shift, 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM (Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday, shift availability varies)
Compensation: $68,000/year ($32.69 per hour) + 15% shift differential + $5,000 sign-on bonus
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

Join a leading biomanufacturing facility specializing in scalable production of innovative biopharmaceutical products. As an Associate focusing on Downstream/mRNA manufacturing, you’ll play a vital role in the production of high-quality drug substances within a GMP-compliant, clean room environment, utilizing advanced technologies and single-use systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out downstream purification activities for mRNA production, including in-vitro transcription (IVT), chromatography, tangential flow filtration (TFF), viral filtration, bulk drug substance filling, and column packing/qualification
  

• Adhere strictly to detailed instructions, Batch Production Records (BPRs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in compliance with cGMP and GDP requirements
  

• Document all work with precision and integrity
  

• Proactively identify and escalate deviations, supporting rapid resolution
  

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement; lead and engage in related initiatives
  

• Support onboarding and training for junior employees, including possible opportunity to become a Certified Trainer
  

• Participate in daily shift meetings, cross-shift communication, and collaborate with internal teams and clients as needed
  

• Maintain rigorous clean room standards and ensure a safe, compliant workspace
  

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience;
  or
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (scientific, engineering, or biomanufacturing discipline) with 1+ year experience;
  or
  Master’s degree (STEM) (experience preferred, but not required)
  

• Comfortable following procedures within cGMP/cGXP/FDA regulated environments
  

• Familiarity using Microsoft Office applications

Preferred:

• Experience with TrackWise, ComplianceWire, JD Edwards, DeltaV, or chromatography software (e.g., Unicorn)
  

• Clean room and/or GMP manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, read, and use a computer for extended periods
  

• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
  

• Comfortable working in a controlled clean room environment

Why Join Us?

• Structured career growth and annual performance feedback
  

• Inclusive, diverse workplace culture
  

• Opportunity to contribute to life-changing biopharmaceutical products

Competitive Benefits:

• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
  

• Generous 401K match
  

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  

• Tuition reimbursement (finish or start your degree)
  

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
  

• 15% shift differential

Ready to advance your career in biomanufacturing? Apply now to join our growing team!

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