Manufacturing Associate - Downstream

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👉 Executive / Sr. Executive – Downstream Process ( Biologics)

(Avoid “Production Executive.” Too small for the gravity of this work.)

🧬 About the Role

Join a team shaping the future of advanced therapeutics, where every purification step brings life-changing treatments closer to patients.

As part of the Manufacturing team, you will support downstream processing of viral vectors and biologics — ensuring purity, consistency, and compliance within a GMP-regulated environment.

This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy translating process science into scalable manufacturing reality.

🔬 Key Responsibilities

• Execute downstream manufacturing activities including filtration, chromatography, and bulk formulation under GMP conditions.
• Prepare buffers, solutions, and process materials as per approved batch records.
• Operate and maintain downstream equipment such as TFF systems, AKTA chromatography skids, depth filters, and associated single-use technologies.
• Monitor critical process parameters and document activities in real time following GDP practices.
• Support technology transfer and process scale-up activities.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and assist in investigations.
• Work closely with Upstream, QA, QC, and Validation teams to ensure smooth batch execution.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic practices, safety guidelines, and contamination control strategies.

🎯 Ideal Candidate Profile

• 1–5 years of experience in downstream processing within biologics, vaccines, biosimilars, monoclonal antibodies or viral vector.
• Hands-on exposure to purification techniques such as:

✔️ Chromatography

✔️ Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF)

✔️ Ultrafiltration/Diafiltration

✔️ Depth filtration

• Familiarity with GMP documentation and manufacturing workflows.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in cleanroom environments.

🎓 Education

• M.Sc / B.Sc in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry
• B.Tech / M.Tech in Biotechnology or Bioprocess
• M.Pharm (Biotech)