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Downstream PD Research Associate I/II

KBI Biopharma
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/14/2026
Position Summary

Responsible for supporting process development activities for downstream production processes, instruments and equipment.

Position Responsibilities

  • Support all downstream process development activities including execution of experiments, compilation and analysis of data and drafting of technical documents.
  • Assist in the evaluation, development and implementation of new downstream technologies leading to process improvements and efficiency of operation.
  • Assist with development of preliminary schedules along with material/personnel/equipment requirements to allow accurate and appropriate performance guarantees
  • Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
  • General lab organization


Minimum Requirements

  • B.S. degree in biotechnology or related (or equivalent training) with 0-4 years experience or a M.S. degree with 0-2 years experience.
  • Research Associate II requires a B.S. degree and 2 years experience or a M.S. degree.
  • Experience with downstream process development and chromatography equipment required. Excellent written and communication skills for customer service and ability to meet strict client deadlines. Flexibility of hours to support downstream processes. Knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations preferred.


KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

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