Laboratory Associate

Harba; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harba in Boston, MA is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to prepare samples, culture and assay microorganisms, and assist with molecular biology workflows under SOPs and GLP/GMP guidance. This role supports chemistry testing, data recording, and equipment calibration in a diverse, fast-paced lab environment.

The successful candidate will maintain lab cleanliness, follow safety practices, and collaborate with senior scientists while contributing to quality control and experimental

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• 0-2 years of laboratory experience (coursework, internships, or academic research accepted).
• Basic understanding of microbiology, chemistry, and molecular biology laboratory techniques.
• Experience with aseptic technique and laboratory safety practices preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, label, and organize laboratory samples, reagents, buffers, and media.
• Perform routine microbiology procedures including media preparation, microbial culturing, plating, colony counting, Gram staining, and environmental monitoring.
• Assist with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid quantification.
• Support chemistry laboratory activities including solution preparation, pH measurements, analytical testing, and instrument calibration.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including centrifuges, pipettes, biosafety cabinets, autoclaves, incubators, spectrophotometers, and balances.
• Record laboratory data accurately using laboratory notebooks, LIMS, or electronic documentation systems.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP/GMP) as required.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, sterilize equipment, dispose of biohazardous waste, and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.
• Assist senior scientists and laboratory staff with research, quality control, and routine testing activities.
• Perform inventory management, stock laboratory supplies, and prepare materials for experiments.

Skills

Lab techniques

Aseptic technique

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent and collaborative work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare, label, and organize laboratory samples, reagents, buffers, and media.


• Perform routine microbiology procedures including media preparation, microbial culturing, plating, colony counting, Gram staining, and environmental monitoring.


• Assist with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid quantification.


• Support chemistry laboratory activities including solution preparation, pH measurements, analytical testing, and instrument calibration.


• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including centrifuges, pipettes, biosafety cabinets, autoclaves, incubators, spectrophotometers, and balances.


• Record laboratory data accurately using laboratory notebooks, LIMS, or electronic documentation systems.


• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP/GMP) as required.


• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, sterilize equipment, dispose of biohazardous waste, and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.


• Assist senior scientists and laboratory staff with research, quality control, and routine testing activities.


• Perform inventory management, stock laboratory supplies, and prepare materials for experiments.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.


• 0-2 years of laboratory experience (coursework, internships, or academic research accepted).


• Basic understanding of microbiology, chemistry, and molecular biology laboratory techniques.


• Experience with aseptic technique and laboratory safety practices preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.