Laboratory Assistant

Toralgen; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Toralgen is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a full-time, on-site role in West Lafayette, IN. You will support laboratory operations by preparing reagents, setting up experiments, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Daily tasks include handling equipment and maintaining inventory while following SOPs to ensure reliable results.

You will collaborate with scientists and team members, follow GLP guidelines, and contribute to efficient workflows in a fast-paced research setting.

Qualifications

• Strong laboratory skills including basic techniques and safe handling of materials.
• Clear communication, ability to follow written and verbal instructions and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, GLP, and inventory management is beneficial.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, handle repetitive tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced research environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents and solutions for experiments.
• Set up experiments under guidance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Operate and care for laboratory equipment; clean and sterilize glassware.
• Organize inventory and restock chemicals and consumables; maintain lab cleanliness and compliance.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Inventory management

Job description

Company Description Toralgen is a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative human therapeutics. The company leverages a proprietary poly-bile nanoparticle platform designed to improve oral delivery and localization of biologic medicines. This technology aims to overcome many traditional barriers in biologic drug development and enhance therapeutic effectiveness. Toralgen offers a science-driven, collaborative environment where team members contribute directly to advancing next-generation treatments.

Role Description The Laboratory Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based in West Lafayette, IN. This role supports laboratory operations by preparing reagents and solutions, setting up experiments under guidance, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Daily tasks include operating and caring for laboratory equipment, cleaning and sterilizing glassware, organizing inventory, restocking chemicals and consumables and maintaining lab cleanliness. The Laboratory Assistant will follow standard operating procedures, support quality control activities, and collaborate with scientists and other team members to ensure efficient workflow and reliable results.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong laboratory skills, including basic lab techniques and safe handling of materials.
• Candidates should possess clear communication skills, including the ability to follow written and verbal instructions and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, good laboratory practices (GLP), and inventory management is beneficial.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, handle repetitive tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced research environment.