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Astrix Inc

Manufacturing Associate

Cary, NC · On-site

We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Associate with 2+ years of experience in cell and gene ... Perform downstream purification using AKTA chromatography systems. * Monitor process parameters and ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate downstream processing scientist in Raleigh, NC is $34.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.12 and $39.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Downstream Processing Scientist vs Associate Upstream Processing Scientist?

AspectAssociate Downstream Processing ScientistAssociate Upstream Processing Scientist
Primary FocusPurification and recovery of bioproductsCell culture and fermentation processes
Skills & CertificationsProtein purification, chromatography, GMP complianceCell culture, bioreactor operation, aseptic techniques
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing facilitiesBioreactors, cell culture labs
Industry UsageBiotech, pharmaceutical manufacturingBiotech, pharmaceutical research and production

Both roles are essential in biopharmaceutical production, with the Associate Downstream Processing Scientist focusing on purification processes, while the Associate Upstream Processing Scientist handles cell growth and fermentation. They often collaborate within the same production pipeline, but their skill sets and daily tasks differ based on their specific focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Associate Downstream Processing Scientist job openings in Raleigh, NC as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,637 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Downstream Development Scientist

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Xsome Biotech
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Posted 15 days ago

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Job Description for Downstream Development ScientistKey responsibility:
  • Responsible for the development of robust, high-yielding, scalable and economically viable purification processes for the production of particles
  • Design, perform, and manage sophisticated experiments independently
  • Execute experimental studies to support downstream process development and optimization in several units of operations (clarification, chromatography, and TFF) for manufacturing exosomes
  • Author, review, and refine technical reports to provide definitive interpretations and recommendations
  • Execute technology transfer and risk assessments which align with program key milestones with respect to resource requirements and timelines
  • Drive development activities working in a cross-functional environment and present at cross-functional meetings
  • Work collaboratively and effectively as part of team
Qualifications:
  • M.S. in scientific with a higher advanced degree preferred
  • 2+ year process development experience in design, optimization, scale-up, and/or troubleshooting of purification unit operations
  • Hands on experience with filtration methods (depth, UF/TF, etc.)
  • Strong experience with AKTA purification systems and Unicorn software, chromatography (AEX, CEX, affinity, HIC, mixed-mode, and SEC, etc.)
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