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SPOTLIGHT
BioBash Fall 2026 — Central Texas Life Science Success Stories
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 6:00–8:30 PM
Austin Community College – Highland Campus
BioBash is right around the corner and you don’t want to miss this premier networking event.
This fall, BioBash will celebrate “Success Stories” from across the Greater Austin life science ecosystem. Dr Brian Windsor, President and CEO of Rein Therapeutics, and John Joyoprayitno, President and CEO of Alafair Biosciences, will be sharing their success stories with us.
For nearly two decades, BioBash has brought together the Central Texas life science community for an evening of connections, conversations, and collaboration. This fall’s event will once again bring together approximately 250–300 professionals from across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, healthcare innovation, academia, investment, and the broader life science ecosystem.
Registration
October 12 — General registration opens and is $25. Pre-registration closes on October 28th and tickets will be $45 at the door. A new email will be sent with the link to register on October 12 so be on the look out.
About the Venue
Biobash will be hosted at the outdoor Paseo at the beautiful Highland Campus of Austin Community College, home of our gold level sponsor, the ACC Bioscience Incubator. The Paseo is a large vibrant, open-air courtyard with ample space to view the state-of-the-art Highland Campus and renovated neighborhood. Brief tours of some of the lab spaces will be available. A link to sign up for a tour will be sent after you register.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Local Events
UT Austin Bioscience & Biotech Virtual Career Fair
UT Austin’s BioFair is open to recruiters and organizations building talent pipelines. Meet undergraduate and graduate students interested in the bio industry at this free and virtual career fair. This networking and recruiting event draws students with academic backgrounds in life, physical, and technical sciences with interest in medical or research applications. Registration is available on 12twenty@Texas by October 6th (requires free 12twenty account to view details). Questions? Email: cnsrecruit@austin.utexas.edu
OriGen’s New Headquarters Grand Opening: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony & Open House
We are pleased to invite you to join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of OriGen Biomedical’s new headquarters and manufacturing facility, followed by an open house. This milestone marks an exciting new chapter for OriGen as we expand our capabilities, invest in advanced manufacturing, and continue supporting life-saving therapies around the world. We would be honored to celebrate this moment with our valued partners, customers, and community.
THBI Fall Policy Summit and Luminary Awards Dinner
The Fall Policy Summit is a half-day conference with conversations focused on the latest ground breaking research, state and federal policy initiatives, and updates on what Texas biotech is doing to put patients at the forefront of innovation. The day concludes with the Luminary Awards Dinner where we recognize the industry leaders who have furthered innovation in Texas.
Austin Tech Week
Austin Tech Week is a five day celebration, uniting the brightest minds in Austin’s tech ecosystem. For over a decade, this annual event has drawn thousands of local entrepreneurs, tech leaders, and friends together to connect, learn, and maximize business impact.
15th Annual Texas Life Science Forum
The Texas Life Science Forum, co-hosted by BioHouston and Rice Alliance, is the premier life science and healthtech event in Texas that brings together members from industry, emerging life science companies, academic and investors. Hear pitches from innovative and early stage life science companies, network and enjoy exciting panels, keynotes and speakers. Early bird registration is now open
Austin’s Health Care & Life Sciences Boom
Austin’s healthcare and life sciences sector is entering a powerful new era of growth and innovation. Join business and industry leaders for Austin’s Health Care and Life Science Boom, a conversation exploring the breakthroughs, partnerships, and market opportunities shaping the region’s future.
LOCAL NEWS
AustinPx’s KinetiSol Technology Receives FDA Advanced Manufacturing Technology Designation
AustinPx, a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) has granted Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) designation to KinetiSol Technology. KinetiSol is a solvent-free technology for producing amorphous solid dispersions of poorly soluble drug candidates.
SK pharmteco and GEMMABio Expand Rare Disease Manufacturing Collaboration Following Important Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Clinical Trial Milestone
SK pharmteco has announced an expanded collaboration with GEMMABio following a successful clinical trial for the treatment of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1 (SMA1).
L7 Informatics Makes the Case for “CMC-in-the-Loop” as AI Outpaces Pharma’s Traditional Manufacturing Handoffs
AI is accelerating discovery faster than CMC can keep up. L7 Informatics’ Vasu Rangadass, Ph.D., argues that the constraint on speed to patients has moved outside the lab into a network of external partners, and that the industry must shift to CMC-in-the-Loop: coordinating molecules across labs and partners on one governed data model.
INDUSTRY RESOURCES
SK pharmteco Launches Catalyst Kit to Streamline Catalytic Reaction Development and Continuous Manufacturing Scale-Up
SK pharmteco has announced a new structured offering that bridges the gap between catalyst screening, process optimization, and commercial-scale continuous-flow manufacturing for RSMs, Intermediates, and APIs.
ACC biotechnology interns are available for hire!
Looking for skilled biotechnology talent?
ACC biotechnology interns are available to hire every semester and bring hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques, cell culture, biomanufacturing, quality assurance and quality control, documentation, and cutting-edge instrumentation.
Whether you need support with daily operations, research activities, or special projects, ACC interns can contribute immediately while helping you build your future workforce.
Interested in meeting candidates?
Complete our Intern Request Form. There is no obligation and no commitment to hire. The form simply lets us know that you would like to review resumes and connect with qualified students.
Questions? Contact us at internships@austincc.edu.
BioAustinCTX Seeking Membership & Marketing Coordinator
BioAustinCTX is seeking a highly motivated, tech-savvy, and results-driven Marketing & Membership Coordinator to manage our event planning and execution, membership engagement, marketing, and community-building efforts. This role requires a proactive self-starter that can organize and execute membership events, manage back office operations (web, social media, accounting system, membership renewals), and task and coordinate volunteers to accomplish BioAustinCTX projects. This individual has the ability to work independently while driving measurable impact.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic communicator and digital strategist who excels at building relationships and knows how to leverage technology to expand audience reach and engagement. They will be critical in growing BioAustinCTX’s presence within the life sciences ecosystem, ensuring that our members stay engaged, informed, and connected.
BioAustinCTX Seeking Membership & Marketing Coordinator
BioAustinCTX is seeking a highly motivated, tech-savvy, and results-driven Marketing & Membership Coordinator to manage our event planning and execution, membership engagement, marketing, and community-building efforts. This role requires a proactive self-starter that can organize and execute membership events, manage back office operations (web, social media, accounting system, membership renewals), and task and coordinate volunteers to accomplish BioAustinCTX projects. This individual has the ability to work independently while driving measurable impact.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic communicator and digital strategist who excels at building relationships and knows how to leverage technology to expand audience reach and engagement. They will be critical in growing BioAustinCTX’s presence within the life sciences ecosystem, ensuring that our members stay engaged, informed, and connected.
BioAustinCTX Seeking Executive Director
BioAustinCTX is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the life sciences ecosystem in Austin and Central Texas by fostering connections, collaboration, and industry growth. We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Executive Director to lead our organization, expand membership, and elevate BioAustinCTX as the region’s premier life sciences industry network.
This role requires a seasoned leader with deep expertise in the life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical technology, or healthcare innovation sectors. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industry development, business strategy, sponsorship and stakeholder engagement, with a proven ability to scale sponsorship and membership organizations and drive impact.
This is a part-time position transitioning to a full-time position.
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The Global Medical Device Job Board
What if, there was a one-stop shop for candidates and companies looking for top medical device opportunities and talent, worldwide Increase your network with more than 150,000 medical device industry professionals to access exclusive top talent and list incredible jobs in the medical device industry. The job board will always be free to job seekers, and hiring companies will receive their first 90 days of unlimited job postings free.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
BioAustinCTX Seeking Grant Writing Volunteers
• Determines grant proposal concept by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs, studying requests for grant proposals (RFPs), and attending strategy meetings.
• Prepares grant proposals by determining concept, gathering and formatting information, writing drafts, and finalizing.
• Supported by the BioAustinCTX Board
BioAustinCTX Seeking Volunteers
Austin Chamber Talent Ambassador program
We partner with nearby businesses who offer learning opportunities (guest speakers, internships, apprenticeships, etc.), and connect them to local schools, post-secondary institutions, and those facing barriers to employment.
BioAustinCTX
We are seeking volunteers to help collect and compile data to map the healthcare landscape in Austin. If interested, please fill our volunteer form.
