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We are on a mission to address today’s — and tomorrow’s — toughest infections. We are looking for intelligent and motivated people to help us reach those goals.

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APT’s facilities in Gaithersburg MD are a short thirty minute drive to the beautiful monuments and museums of Washington DC.

“What I love about APT is the collaborative environment. All members of the team are more than willing to help another out, creating a family-like environment where everyone is supported.” Marty Lee, Microbiologist II

“APT allows me to strengthen my qualities as a scientist and a team-worker. Such a collaborative environment propels the success of the company and my growth as an individual. Notably, working at APT has introduced me to avenues of science that were previously unknown, broadening my mind to the bigger picture of the biotech industry.” Bryce Walker, Microbiologist I

“Working at APT and living around the Frederick/Gaithersburg area has opened my eyes to all that Maryland has to offer! I enjoy the close proximity to Seneca State Park and several other recreational activities. Being a short drive from downtown Frederick and venues like the RIO Washingtonian area allow me to keep engaged in my social (covid-friendly) life in the biotech corridor!” Viet Dang, Microbiologist II

< “We build therapies to clear multidrug resistant infections, with the end goal being to produce as many therapies as possible that have the potential to save lives. Having the opportunity to see that our hard work really does pay off and it’s making a difference right now, that’s unique to Adaptive Phage Therapeutics.“  Bri’Anna Horne, Clinical Coordinator/Microbiologist

“Working at APT is like working with family. Coming into work every day, you get to say hello and talk to everyone from the higher executives to the microbiologists in the lab. The open communication really fosters a sense of community, learning, and passion for the work that we are doing. Not only that but, the value of our work is immeasurable – we get the chance to actually see the impact we have on patients and have a direct and lasting effect on each and every person.” Anjna Nair, Microbiologist I

Who we are

APT is a group of seasoned veterans coupled with crazy smart biologists and engineers working to solve the problem of antibiotic resistant infections.  Each day is different and at the end of the day, you’ve made a difference in someone’s life.  It’s incredibly powerful when you meet somebody whose life you impacted by going to work.  The work will challenge you and reward you professionally and personally.  

World-class activities, shopping, and dining are close at hand in the heart of Maryland’s BioTech corridor.

APT was named “The Emerging Life Science Company of the Year” in 2020 by the Maryland Technology Council

Working with us

Headquartered in Gaithersburg, MD, APT is in the heart of the Maryland’s BioTech corridor.  The area offers a great lifestyle with Baltimore 30 miles to the east and Washington 20 miles to the south. There are professional sports, great outdoor spaces, world recognized chefs and restaurants and excellent schools to name just a few opportunities to ensure work-life balance.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits to all employees as well as opportunities for investment and growth. Hiring from within is part of our makeup as well as continued education opportunities.

Don’t see what you are looking for? Think you would be a good fit for our company? Contact us! We will be growing in the coming years and need the right people to help us do that now.