Bioprocess Associate 1 - Downstream Aruna Bio - 5.0 Athens, GA Job Details 4 hours ago Qualifications Biological safety protocols Chemical handling safety procedures Laboratory safety Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Laboratory filtration Chemical handling Cleanroom protocols Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Academic research Biochemical laboratory techniques Chemical separation processes Filtration Bioprocessing Cleanroom experience Safety equipment Chemical safety protocols Full Job Description Aruna Bio is a clinical-stage biotech company advancing a new class of cell-free biologics — exosomes — for the treatment of central nervous system and neurodegenerative disorders. We're looking for a Bioprocess Associate 1 - Downstream to join our manufacturing team and support production of AB126, our lead therapeutic exosome candidate. Aruna Bio | Manufacturing / Bioprocessing As a Downstream Bioprocess Associate I you'll be executing established downstream bioprocess workflows and purifications in a cGMP environment. We need someone with solid hands-on lab skills, disciplined documentation habits, and the ability to work independently within defined protocols. Core Responsibilities

• Perform downstream bioprocess workflows, including TFF systems, chromatography, and fill-finish, per established protocols and cGMP standards
• Support and occasionally participate in upstream bioprocess workflows via basic supply preparations, formulations, and documentation for mammalian cell culture
• Follow aseptic technique practices to preserve both research and clinical material integrity
• Operate production equipment (pipettes, balances, biosafety cabinets, incubators, autoclaves, microscopes, centrifuges) accurately and safely
• Maintain safety standards and lab upkeep (includes routine disinfections of bioprocessing spaces and certain equipment)
• Complete manual, cGDP-compliant documentation in batch records and forms with a high degree of accuracy
• Routine database updates/maintenance for downstream performance data (Excel, JMP, Prism, etc.) Required Skills and Experience
• Associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant field (e.g. bioprocessing, chemistry, biology); or a bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 1 year of relevant research experience
• Previous academic experience in TFF purification.
• Working knowledge of basic chemical and biological safety procedures in a lab setting
• Excellent organizational, time management, and written and oral communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, especially pertaining to data records
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision, showing personal accountability
• Proficiency with primary Microsoft Office Suite tools (Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Ability to work cooperatively in a controlled environment (ISO 5, 7, and 8) wearing clean room PPE for extended periods of time
• Willingness to participate in a rotating weekend work and holiday schedule to perform primary cell culture maintenance tasks
• Hands-on industrial experience in a cGMP-compliant environment (Preferred)
• Previous experience operating pilot or commercial-scale chromatography, TFF, or other purification technologies (Preferred) To apply, send a cover letter and resume to with the subject line "Bioprocess Associate 1 - Downstream"