Axio BioPharma
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.
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.