Protein Production Scientist
LabPersonnel • lemont, illinois • Posted June 30, 2026
Position Overview
Research Assistant - Protein Production Scientist at Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, IL
Our client, Argonne National Laboratory is hosting a new early-stage biotech startup developing recombinant elastic and thermoresponsive protein materials to enable fully bio-based, high-performance stretch in textiles. Our work integrated protein engineering, bioprocessing, and materials characterization to support circular and scalable textile innovation.
The team is searching for a contract scientist to support recombinant protein purification, sample
preparation, and materials characterization in collaboration with internal teams, contract research
partners, and national lab user facilities.
Project Length = 3 Months.
Work site location = Lemont, IL
Major Responsibilities:
1. Protein Purification and Processing
Identify optimal ela...