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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship downstream process development scientist in Sun Prairie, WI is $37.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.60 and $44.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an internship downstream process development scientist do?

An Internship Downstream Process Development Scientist works in the biopharmaceutical industry, assisting with the development and optimization of processes that purify biological products such as proteins, antibodies, or vaccines after they are produced by cells. Their role often involves supporting laboratory experiments, analyzing samples, and documenting results to improve the efficiency and scalability of downstream processes like filtration and chromatography. Interns in this position gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and learn about regulatory requirements and industry standards. This role helps prepare students or recent graduates for a career in process development or biomanufacturing.

What types of projects and responsibilities can an internship downstream process development scientist expect to work on?

As an Internship Downstream Process Development Scientist, you can expect to be involved in hands-on laboratory work focusing on the purification and characterization of biopharmaceutical products. Typical responsibilities include preparing buffer solutions, operating chromatography and filtration systems, analyzing samples using various analytical techniques, and documenting experimental results. Interns often collaborate with experienced scientists and engineers, contributing to process optimization and troubleshooting. The role provides valuable exposure to industry-standard procedures and the opportunity to develop technical skills in a team-oriented environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an internship downstream process development scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Downstream Process Development Scientist, you need foundational knowledge in biochemistry, molecular biology, or chemical engineering, often supported by ongoing or recent enrollment in a relevant degree program. Familiarity with laboratory techniques such as chromatography, filtration, and analytical instruments, as well as experience with lab management software, is typically expected. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for conducting reliable experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to the optimization of bioprocesses in a collaborative research environment.

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Infographic showing various Internship Downstream Process Development Scientist job openings in Sun Prairie, WI as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 16% As Needed, 29% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 12% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 13% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,244 per year, or $37.6 per hour.

Scientist - Process Development, Downstream

Madison, WI

Catalent Pharma Solutions
Pharmaceutical Product Wholesalers • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Catalent rating

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

Scientist - Process Development, Downstream

Catalent is seeking Scientists, Process Development - Downstream to support the development, optimization, characterization, and transfer of purification processes for biologics manufacturing. We are currently hiring for opportunities focused on Early-Phase Process Development, as well asTechnology Transfer & Scale-Up Support. Candidates will be evaluated for the team alignment that best matches their background and career goals.

Scientists in this role combine strong laboratory expertise in protein purification with data analysis, technical problem-solving, technical writing, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality process solutions for internal and client programs.

About Catalent Madison: Catalent's Madison, Wisconsin facility is a state-of-the-art biologics development and manufacturing site supporting customers from research through early- and mid-stage clinical production. Located at 726 Heartland Trail, the 102,700-square-foot GMP facility specializes in mammalian cell line engineering, drug substance manufacturing, and biopharmaceutical process development.

The site is home to Catalent's proprietary GPEx and GPEx Lightning technologies, enabling the generation of high-producing mammalian cell lines for biologic therapies. With production capabilities ranging from 50L to 4,000L and a recent $45 million expansion, the Madison campus continues to play a critical role in Catalent's global biologics network while supporting Wisconsin's growing life sciences industry.

Location: 100% Onsite at our facility in Madison, Wisconsin
Shift: Monday - Friday, First Shift

Key Responsibilities:

  • Laboratory Execution: Independently perform downstream purification experiments, including automated chromatography (AKTA platforms), filtration, clarification, column packing, and tangential flow filtration (TFF/UF/DF).

  • Process Development & Optimization (Early-Phase Focus): Develop and optimize novel downstream purification methodologies, applying platform concepts and screening techniques to establish robust early-stage processes for client candidates.

  • Tech Transfer & Scale-Up (Tech Transfer Focus): Lead technology transfer activities into cGMP manufacturing, executing scale-up studies, process characterization, viral clearance validation, and pilot-scale non-GMP engineering runs.

  • Technical Leadership & Client Interaction: Serve as technical lead for client development or transfer projects, effectively communicating project status, technical rationales, and experimental results internally and externally.

  • Documentation & GMP Compliance: Author, review, and maintain GMP-compliant technical documents-including protocols, SOPs, test reports, and batch production records (BPRs)-in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

  • Data Analysis & Mentorship: Critically analyze complex experimental data using sound scientific judgment, while helping train, coach, and mentor junior team members on laboratory procedures.

  • Other responsibilitiesas needed.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience, Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience, or PhD with relevant academic experience.

  • Hands-on experience with process-scale chromatography and filtration (chromatography, tangential flow filtration, normal flow filtration).

  • Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting chromatography workstations and process skids (e.g., AKTA platforms).

  • Demonstrated knowledge of protein purification principles, methods, scale-up concepts, and modes of chromatography.

  • Strong working knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP), aseptic techniques, and technical document authoring (protocols, SOPs, batch records, reports).

  • Ability to independently design, execute, analyze, and troubleshoot complex laboratory experiments under accelerated timelines.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) and laboratory or manufacturing software systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in early-stage biologics process development, clone/candidate screening, method adaptation, or process optimization.

  • Direct experience with technology transfer into cGMP manufacturing, scale-up parameters, viral clearance validation, or process characterization.

  • Experience in a cGMP-regulated biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CDMO environment.

  • Experience using quality systems for tracking deviations, investigations, and change controls.

  • Demonstrated experience mentoring and training junior scientific staff.

  • Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with experience leading technical project discussions and client updates.

Why you should join Catalent:

  • Opportunity to play a key role in driving growth within a global CDMO leader.

  • Competitive compensation package, including incentive opportunity.

  • Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage.

  • 401(k) with company match.

  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule (152 hours + 8 holidays)

  • Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on improving patient outcomes worldwide

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.


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Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.Catalent is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors and the customers and patients we serve.

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Pharmaceutical product wholesalers

Company size

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

2007

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