Harba Solutions Inc. · 3 hours ago
Biological Research Associate
Indianapolis, IN
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelHarba Solutions Inc. is seeking a Biological Research Associate to assist in the preparation and operation of biological experiments. The role involves performing laboratory techniques, maintaining equipment, and ensuring data accuracy to support research activities.
OutsourcingRecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Jackson Holtz
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation, setup, and daily operation of biological experiments
Perform routine laboratory techniques such as sample collection, microscopy, culturing, buffer preparation, staining procedures, and basic molecular assays (PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA/RNA extraction)
Prepare reagents, solutions, and media according to established laboratory protocols
Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment—including centrifuges, incubators, microscopes, biosafety cabinets, and spectrophotometers—following institutional and lab-specific guidelines
Accurately record experimental procedures, data, and observations in lab notebooks or electronic systems to support reproducibility and publication-quality research
Follow academic lab safety standards, including proper handling of biological samples, chemical reagents, and shared equipment, while helping maintain an organized and contamination-free workspace
Help analyze, review, and validate experimental results; report any unexpected outcomes or technical issues to supervising researchers
Contribute to general lab operations by monitoring inventory, preparing supply orders, and restocking reagents and consumables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or a related life science field, or equivalent academic laboratory experience
Working knowledge of standard biological research techniques and academic lab practices
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow experimental protocols accurately to ensure data reproducibility
Organizational and multitasking skills to support multiple research projects simultaneously
Familiarity with common research tools such as micropipettes, microscopes, PCR instruments, centrifuges, and spectrophotometers
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including maintaining clear lab notes and discussing results with supervising researchers
Basic computer proficiency for data entry, spreadsheet management, and literature searches
Company
Harba Solutions Inc.
Harba Solutions is a U.S.-based services & workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting Life Sciences, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Medtech, and Advanced Manufacturing Organizations with access to skills and talent that delivers delivers exceptional outcomes.
Founded in 2021
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ian Tyler
Group Chief Operating Officer
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