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Laboratory Assistant roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 Intern or Trainee program category, depending on your academic status and experience level. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and arranges J-1 sponsorship, your host laboratory or research facility is not the visa sponsor.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Postdoctoral Research Assistant
Req Id: 41473
Job Summary
The Postdoctoral Fellow will join the Jaiswal Laboratory in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Purdue University. The lab’s research focuses on understanding how cellular metabolism regulates tissue function, skeletal muscle plasticity, neuromuscular junction integrity, immune–metabolic interactions, and organismal health during aging and metabolic disease. The fellow will conduct independent and collaborative research projects investigating molecular and metabolic mechanisms controlling muscle physiology, glucose homeostasis, and immune cell function, using advanced in vivo, ex vivo, and molecular techniques. This position provides specialized training in experimental design, metabolic phenotyping, and scientific communication, preparing the fellow for a successful career in academia or industry.
Core Competencies
Education and Experience:
- Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, Metabolic Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field.
- Experience with animal models, skeletal muscle physiology, metabolic assays, and molecular biology techniques preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments.
Skills:
- Strong written and oral scientific communication skills.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis, data visualization, and bioinformatics approaches.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety and institutional protocols for animal and cell research.
How to Apply
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research, and the names and contact information of three references through the "apply" link.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2026.
For more information regarding the position, contact Dr. Natasha Jaiswal at jaiswa19@purdue.edu.
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
About Purdue
Purdue University is located in West Lafayette, Indiana, within easy driving distance of Indianapolis and Chicago.
Purdue University is one of the nation's leading land-grant universities, with a full range of academic majors, more than 45,000 students, and more than 10,000 employees.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posting Start Date: 4/22/26
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.
Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Assistant
Req Id: 41473
Job Summary
The Postdoctoral Fellow will join the Jaiswal Laboratory in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Purdue University. The lab’s research focuses on understanding how cellular metabolism regulates tissue function, skeletal muscle plasticity, neuromuscular junction integrity, immune–metabolic interactions, and organismal health during aging and metabolic disease. The fellow will conduct independent and collaborative research projects investigating molecular and metabolic mechanisms controlling muscle physiology, glucose homeostasis, and immune cell function, using advanced in vivo, ex vivo, and molecular techniques. This position provides specialized training in experimental design, metabolic phenotyping, and scientific communication, preparing the fellow for a successful career in academia or industry.
Core Competencies
Education and Experience:
- Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, Metabolic Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field.
- Experience with animal models, skeletal muscle physiology, metabolic assays, and molecular biology techniques preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot complex experiments.
Skills:
- Strong written and oral scientific communication skills.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis, data visualization, and bioinformatics approaches.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research team.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety and institutional protocols for animal and cell research.
How to Apply
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research, and the names and contact information of three references through the "apply" link.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2026.
For more information regarding the position, contact Dr. Natasha Jaiswal at jaiswa19@purdue.edu.
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
About Purdue
Purdue University is located in West Lafayette, Indiana, within easy driving distance of Indianapolis and Chicago.
Purdue University is one of the nation's leading land-grant universities, with a full range of academic majors, more than 45,000 students, and more than 10,000 employees.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posting Start Date: 4/22/26
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Laboratory Assistant
Align your credentials with program category requirements
Intern category requires current enrollment or graduation within the past 12 months. Trainee category is for those with a degree plus one year of relevant lab experience abroad. Confirming your eligibility before applying saves time and avoids mismatched applications.
Request a training plan from your host employer
Your designated sponsor requires a completed Form DS-7002 training plan before issuing your DS-2019. Ask your host laboratory to document specific bench techniques, equipment training, and supervision structure, vague plans frequently cause delays at this stage.
Search for J-1-ready lab roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by roles at universities, research institutes, and healthcare systems that regularly host J-1 exchange visitors. Migrate Mate surfaces employers whose hiring history and structure align with J-1 program requirements for laboratory and research support positions.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Universities, federal research agencies, teaching hospitals, and biotech firms affiliated with institutions frequently already work with designated sponsors like CIEE or Cultural Vistas. These employers understand DS-2019 timelines and training plan obligations without needing extensive onboarding.
Verify whether your role carries a two-year residency requirement
If your J-1 exchange is funded by your home government or a U.S. government program, or if your home country skill list includes laboratory sciences, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to most other U.S. visa categories.
Confirm your offered compensation meets prevailing wage standards
Your designated sponsor and host employer must confirm your compensation is commensurate with the role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for Laboratory Assistant positions in your target metro area before accepting an offer.
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Find Laboratory Assistant JobsLaboratory Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Laboratory Assistant positions?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within the past 12 months, the Intern category applies. If you hold a degree and have at least one year of laboratory or research experience outside the United States, you qualify under the Trainee category. Your designated sponsor determines which category fits your profile and issues the DS-2019 accordingly.
Who sponsors the J-1 visa for a Laboratory Assistant role, the employer or the lab?
The host laboratory or research facility is not your visa sponsor. Sponsorship comes from a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or a university that holds designation. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, signs the training plan, and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer provides the placement but is not legally the sponsor.
How do I find U.S. laboratories that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search for roles at employers whose structure and hiring history align with J-1 program categories, including laboratory and research support positions. Universities, teaching hospitals, and federally affiliated research institutes are the most common host types for laboratory roles because they already have established relationships with designated sponsor organizations.
What is the DS-7002 training plan and why does it matter for lab roles?
The DS-7002 is a required document that outlines exactly what laboratory skills, techniques, and equipment you'll train on during your exchange. Your designated sponsor won't issue a DS-2019 without a completed, detailed training plan signed by your host supervisor. For laboratory roles, it should specify equipment such as spectrophotometers, centrifuges, or PCR systems, not just general descriptions like 'lab training.'
Can a Laboratory Assistant on a J-1 visa switch host employers mid-program?
Changing host employers requires your designated sponsor's approval and a new or amended DS-2019 reflecting the updated placement. You cannot simply start working at a different lab without that documentation in place. If your original host employer terminates the arrangement, notify your designated sponsor immediately since your J-1 status is tied to the approved training plan at the original site.
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