About us

Federated Biologics manufactures advanced biologics. Our seed round is closed and we are building now. We are a small, flat team working in fast cycles on technology being deployed at commercial scale.

About the role

We are looking for a Research Associate to own day-to-day protein purification in our Alexandria laboratory. You will generate dependable, consistent data that the team uses to develop the process and to support customer programs. This is a hands-on laboratory role with real responsibility from the start.

Key responsibilities
Run Protein A capture and polishing chromatography on the FPLC (ÄKTA), including set-up, running, sampling and clean-down.
Prepare buffers and media accurately and consistently.
Carry out experiments and design of experiments (DoE) studies, and record and analyse the resulting data.
Support analytics, including cell culture sampling, titre measurement, and HPLC and ELISA preparation.
Keep the laboratory and equipment in good order,



and raise issues early when a sample, method, instrument or result is outside expectations.

Skills and experience required
A degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, chemical engineering, molecular biology or a related field.
At least one year of solid laboratory experience, including chromatography or FPLC/ÄKTA experience.
Careful, repeatable and productive technique, with a solid focus on clean data.
An interest in understanding why a process works, not just following the steps.
Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving team with early responsibility.

Desirable
Experience with proteins or antibodies.
Aseptic technique.
Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks or data tools.

Federated Biologics Pty Ltd

Alexandria, Sydney NSW · Full time

Salary: $80,000 superannuation

📌 Research Associate – Protein Purification Alexandria (Australia)
🏢 Federated Biologics
📍 Australia