Associate Scientist I, Process Development Downstream
Forge Biologics · Columbus, Ohio
Posted 26 days ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Forge Biologics's roles stay open a median of 33 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Forge Biologics's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Forge Biologics
- moderate 5 stale, 1 reposted of 21 open
- Hiring momentum
- 27 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Forge Biologics's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Forge Biologics.
About this role
The Associate Scientist I role at Forge Biologics involves engaging in process development activities focused on AAV purification under supervision. Responsibilities include learning purification techniques, collaborating with cross-functional teams, documenting work, and contributing to data analysis and reporting. The position is designed for early-career professionals looking to develop foundational skills in a laboratory environment.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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What you need
- Associate's, Bachelor’s or certification in Chemical Engineering, Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry or related discipline or relevant coursework
- 0–1 year of experience or equivalent practical experience
- Prior experience through internships, job shadowing, or on-the-job learning
Nice to have
- Basic experience in laboratory skills such as buffer manufacturing, steam sterilization
- Basic data analysis and visualization using Excel and PowerPoint
- Basic experience with other aspects of downstream purification (e.g. clarification/filtration, lab scale FPLC chromatography systems, TFF)
What you get
- Health, dental and vision insurance starting day one with 90% of premiums covered for you and your family
- Competitive paid time off plan
- 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
- Annual bonus opportunities for all full-time team members
- 401(k) with company match
- Special employee discounts, including childcare and dependent care savings
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- Role involves close supervision, which may limit autonomy
- Position requires working in a laboratory environment, which may include confined spaces and the use of personal protective equipment
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Listed by Forge Biologics on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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