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Protein Purification Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Experience working with protein purification • Recombinant protein production and purificationProtein biochemistry/biochemical skills • Experience working with tangential flow filtration ...

Experience working with protein purification • Recombinant protein production and purificationProtein biochemistry/biochemical skills • Experience working with tangential flow filtration ...

Description Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc., (GPI) is a subsidiary of Granules India LTD. Over the past 34 years, we have worked towards strengthening our core and we are currently the 10th fastest ...

Biochemist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$69K - $73K/yr

Description: Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc., (GPI) is a subsidiary of Granules India LTD. Over the past 34 years, we have worked towards strengthening our core and we are currently the 10th fastest ...

Biochemist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$69K - $73K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc., (GPI) is a subsidiary of Granules India LTD. Over the past 34 years, we have worked towards strengthening our core and we are currently ...

Biochemistry Tutor

Fairfax, VA · 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

Salem, VA · 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

Blacksburg, VA · 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

Alexandria, VA · 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

Norfolk, VA · 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

Leesburg, VA · 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 ...

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

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

Biochemistry Tutor

Richmond, VA · 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 ...

... protein purification Pay Band 4 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Starting range at $55,000. Commensurate with experience. Hours per ...

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How much do protein purification jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for protein purification in Virginia is $32.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.44 and $40.53 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 protein purification, 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 protein purification?

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.

Infographic showing various Protein Purification job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $68,176 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Protein Engineer I , II

AA2IT

Elkton, VA • On-site

$34/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Job Title

Pay Rate: Level 1: $34 Level II $ 40 /HR

Must Have: Experience working with protein purification • Recombinant protein production and purification • Protein biochemistry/biochemical skills • Experience working with tangential flow filtration processing – microfiltration/ultrafiltration • Experience working with column chromatography and AKTA/Unicorn systems

Education Minimum Requirement

A bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (biochemistry, chemistry, biology), life sciences, Engineering. Open to higher degrees

Required Experience and Skills

  • Experience working with protein purification
  • Recombinant protein production and purification
  • Protein biochemistry/biochemical skills
  • Experience working with tangential flow filtration processing – microfiltration/ultrafiltration
  • Experience working with column chromatography and AKTA/Unicorn systems

Preferred Experience and Skills

  • Experience working with analytical instrumentation (plate readers, densitometers, thermocyclers, cIEF, UV/Vis spectrophotometers, HPLC/UPLC systems)
  • Experience working in GMP and GLP environments
  • Experience with laboratory operations
  • Experience working in an industry environments
  • Experience conducting laboratory scale process characterization studies
  • Experience troubleshooting technical issues (experimental, equipment-related issues)
  • Experience working with enzymes and peptides
  • Experience in method development and method transfer
  • Experience with six sigma, 5S principles

Responsibilities

As a member of Process Development, the primary goal of the position is to:

  • Characterize proteins, VLPs and constituent components with a variety of analytical techniques
  • Participate in/drive fermentation and/or purification of proteins/VLPs at lab and pilot scale
  • Provide support for execution of process development activities and manufacturing investigations
  • Perform laboratory scale studies
  • Design and troubleshoot experiments
  • Employ excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Author laboratory notebooks and technical documents
  • Work both independently and within multidisciplinary team
  • Produce high quality work against firm deadlines
  • Maintain good sample handling practices
  • Balance and prioritize competing deliverables
  • Commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace