Job Description
Req Id:  42641
Job Title:  Laboratory Technician - Parasitology
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Join Purdue University’s Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) and contribute to advancing animal health through high-quality diagnostic testing. In this role, you will perform routine and specialized procedures to identify parasitic pathogens in animals, generating accurate, timely data that supports both diagnostic and research missions.

 

As a key member of the Parasitology team, you’ll analyze results, maintain strong attention to detail, and help deliver critical insights to veterinarians, researchers, and stakeholders. This position also offers cross-training opportunities across additional laboratory sections, giving you the chance to expand your skillset while providing valuable backup support to ensure seamless lab operations.

 

About us: 
The Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) at the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine, located in West Lafayette, IN. The ADDL is a full-service veterinary diagnostic laboratory that serves the state of Indiana by providing both routine and regulatory diagnostic services to support Indiana veterinarians, animal health officials, livestock producers and animal owners. 

 

A cover letter is required to be fully considered

 

What We’re Looking For:                                
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field
  • Veterinary technical degrees may also be considered
  • One year of relevant work experience
  • An equivalent combination of an Associate’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience may also be considered

 

Skills needed:

  • Ability to multitask and be flexible in order to accomplish daily tasks
  • Be willing to work in a team setting
  • Ability to work independently under moderate supervision

 

What is helpful:

  • A degree in biology or animal sciences

 

Additional Information: 

  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE 
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position    
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position  
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)  
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2

  • Pay Band S040
  • Job Code #20003408

 

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php 

 

EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA employer.

Posting Start Date:  6/12/26