Steven McDonough

Steven McDonough is a highly experienced scientist with a strong background in process development and research in the biopharmaceutical industry. Currently serving as a Senior Scientist at Aura Biosciences since January 2022, prior roles include Senior Associate Scientist II at Scholar Rock and Research and Development Associate II at MassBiologics. Steven has extensive expertise in upstream and downstream processes, including viral clearance, and has led teams in process optimization and technology transfer initiatives. A Bachelor of Science in Biology from Roger Williams University complements Steven's practical experience in various research settings, regulatory affairs, and quality control, along with active contributions to scientific presentations and the training of fellow researchers.