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Protein Purification Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Biochemistry lab techniques including protein expression and purification. * Strong organization, time management, and communication skills, and the ability to successfully work in a dynamic group ...

Biology Lab Technician

Zionsville, IN · On-site

$20.50 - $21.72/hr

Perform biochemistry techniques, including protein expression and purification. Manage daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory activities, including equipment monitoring, periodic cleaning, central ...

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Biochemistry Tutor

West Lafayette, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through Lineweaver-Burk plot analysis, free energy calculations, protein purification strategies, and interpreting gel electrophoresis results. Emphasizes molecular-level reasoning ...

Biochemistry Tutor

Valparaiso, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through Lineweaver-Burk plot analysis, free energy calculations, protein purification strategies, and interpreting gel electrophoresis results. Emphasizes molecular-level reasoning ...

Biochemistry Tutor

Fort Wayne, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through Lineweaver-Burk plot analysis, free energy calculations, protein purification strategies, and interpreting gel electrophoresis results. Emphasizes molecular-level reasoning ...

Biochemistry Tutor

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through Lineweaver-Burk plot analysis, free energy calculations, protein purification strategies, and interpreting gel electrophoresis results. Emphasizes molecular-level reasoning ...

Biochemistry Tutor

Bloomington, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Guides students through Lineweaver-Burk plot analysis, free energy calculations, protein purification strategies, and interpreting gel electrophoresis results. Emphasizes molecular-level reasoning ...

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How much do protein purification jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for protein purification in Indiana is $31.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.58 and $38.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in Protein Purification?

A typical day in Protein Purification involves preparing and setting up purification systems, monitoring processes such as chromatography runs, analyzing sample purity, and maintaining detailed records of results. You’ll often collaborate with research scientists, quality control teams, and other lab staff to meet project deadlines and troubleshoot purification challenges. The work environment is usually a laboratory setting, where safety protocols and attention to detail are paramount. Successful professionals in this field balance hands-on technical tasks with regular communication to ensure the smooth progression of research or manufacturing projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Protein Purification position, and why are they important?

Excelling in Protein Purification requires a solid background in biochemistry or a related life science, with hands-on experience in laboratory techniques such as chromatography, electrophoresis, and buffer preparation. Familiarity with tools like FPLC/HPLC systems, automated fraction collectors, and relevant quality control software is crucial. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and strong teamwork abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are essential for ensuring the accuracy, purity, and reproducibility of protein samples in research or industrial environments.

What is a Protein Purification job?

A Protein Purification job involves isolating and refining proteins from biological samples for research, pharmaceutical, or industrial applications. This process includes techniques such as chromatography, centrifugation, and filtration to achieve high purity and functionality. Professionals in this role work in laboratories, biotech firms, or pharmaceutical companies, ensuring quality control and optimizing purification protocols. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of biochemistry are essential for success in this field.

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Infographic showing various Protein Purification job openings in Indiana as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,435 per year, or $31.5 per hour.

Purification Scientist Group Leader

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Job Description

Purification Scientist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following 

  • Lead team, schedule, and train employees in client environment
  • Conduct performance reviews, manage training records, interview candidates, and support succession planning.
  • Ensure adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
  • Foster morale and teamwork
  • Execution of discovery stage automated purifications using a variety of chromatographic techniques, tangential flow filtration (TFF) and AKTA system
  • Characterization of protein solutions using Agilent HPLC, SDS-Page
  • Responsible for timely delivery & documentation of assay data and provide support for authoring study reports
  • General Lab tasks will include: maintaining inventories, preparing solutions and buffer-based protein purification, AKTA system cleaning and cleaning in place, performing routine analytical measurements (pH, UV-Vis, HPLC), maintaining an electronic lab notebook
Qualifications
  • The ideal candidate would possess :
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
  • Analytical/Problem-Solving Skills
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
  • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep timely and accurate records, follow instructions, ability to identify and implement operational and organizational improvements, and comply with company policies and GLP processes, while delivering the highest standard of quality data

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, immunology, cell biology, molecular biology, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major) in addition to at least 2 years of experience.
  • Experience with protein solutions and protein chromatography analytical characterization
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information
  • Position is full-time, working Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m overtime as needed
  • May be requested to work on weekends, overtime, and holidays based on business needs.
  • Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply.
  • Excellent full-time benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
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Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.