Research Associate

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Pharma Services Research Associate for a leading client in the pharmaceutical and diagnostics space. This individual will support client-sponsored biomarker prevalence and immunohistochemistry assay validation studies in a laboratory environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working under established protocols, and eager to grow within a regulated R&D setting. This role offers hands-on experience with automated staining platforms, exposure to biomarker validation workflows, and opportunities to contribute to impactful client-facing research projects while working alongside experienced scientists.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field

• At least 1 year of hands on laboratory experience

• Familiarity with immunohistochemistry (IHC) techniques

• Ability to follow safety guidelines (SHE, OSHA)

• Experience using BenchMark ULTRA or ULTRA PLUS automated staining platforms

• Experience following established laboratory procedures under supervision

• Ability to accurately document work in electronic lab notebooks (ELN)

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask

• Basic data analysis skills and ability to summarize results in tables/figures

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Knowledge of tissue morphology and tissue-based diagnostic technologies

• Experience supporting biomarker prevalence or assay validation studies

• Exposure to client-sponsored or regulated lab environments

• Experience preparing validation or technical reports