Biologist Jobs
Biologist jobs are open across pharmaceuticals, government agencies, biotech, environmental consulting, and academia, from entry-level research assistant to senior scientist and principal investigator, with common specializations in microbiology, ecology, and molecular biology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
Find Biologist JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 82+ Biologist jobs
Position Objective: The Biologist will provide services for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) within the National Institutes of Health.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques which include cell tissue culture of malaria parasites including both blood stages and sexual stages, serological assays ELISA, column chromatography and flow cytometry
- Perform in vitro malaria parasite growth inhibition assays GIA, ELISAs, and mosquito membrane feeding assays various animal and human sera and purified IgGs
- Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory instruments used to perform tests, and analyses such as ELISA readers and spectrophotometers
- Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, including any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved, and results of experiments
- Analyze, evaluate, and discuss the results of each experiment with the project officers as part of the planning process for subsequent studies
- Prepare various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory
- Provide training to students and other laboratory personnel in the use of sophisticated laboratory equipment and in the performance of specialized procedures, techniques
- Perform QC of the laboratory including upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment upon government approval; submit orders for processing and maintain government approved laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, liquid nitrogen; handle biological materials, infectious agents, biological wastes
- Perform computer analysis of data and use computers and various software programs to prepare data for publication
- Develop and update SOPs for the lab
- Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments and results in pen in bound laboratory notebooks; make minor modifications or adaptations to established methods, procedures, and or techniques to solve problems in the work
- Work product and documents related to maintaining accurate, daily records of experiments in laboratory notebooks
- Work products and documents related to performing complex procedures and techniques in the laboratory and writing reports of findings
- Work products and documents related to performing quality control and maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Work products and documents related to developing and updating SOPs for the lab
Basic Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Biological Sciences with a field of study in Biology or equivalent
- 4 years of experience in Biology or a related field
- Skilled in MS Office
- Experience demonstrating knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job us at recruiting@gapsi.com. You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Position Objective: The Biologist will provide services for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) within the National Institutes of Health.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform a wide variety of complex procedures and techniques which include cell tissue culture of malaria parasites including both blood stages and sexual stages, serological assays ELISA, column chromatography and flow cytometry
- Perform in vitro malaria parasite growth inhibition assays GIA, ELISAs, and mosquito membrane feeding assays various animal and human sera and purified IgGs
- Calibrate and operate a variety of laboratory instruments used to perform tests, and analyses such as ELISA readers and spectrophotometers
- Write reports of findings, state methods and procedures, including any modifications employed, specimens and materials involved, and results of experiments
- Analyze, evaluate, and discuss the results of each experiment with the project officers as part of the planning process for subsequent studies
- Prepare various media, stock supplies, and other reagents for use in the laboratory
- Provide training to students and other laboratory personnel in the use of sophisticated laboratory equipment and in the performance of specialized procedures, techniques
- Perform QC of the laboratory including upkeep and routine maintenance of equipment upon government approval; submit orders for processing and maintain government approved laboratory supplies and equipment including chemicals, biological materials, liquid nitrogen; handle biological materials, infectious agents, biological wastes
- Perform computer analysis of data and use computers and various software programs to prepare data for publication
- Develop and update SOPs for the lab
- Maintain accurate, daily records of experiments and results in pen in bound laboratory notebooks; make minor modifications or adaptations to established methods, procedures, and or techniques to solve problems in the work
- Work product and documents related to maintaining accurate, daily records of experiments in laboratory notebooks
- Work products and documents related to performing complex procedures and techniques in the laboratory and writing reports of findings
- Work products and documents related to performing quality control and maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Work products and documents related to developing and updating SOPs for the lab
Basic Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Biological Sciences with a field of study in Biology or equivalent
- 4 years of experience in Biology or a related field
- Skilled in MS Office
- Experience demonstrating knowledge of maintaining accurate and detailed records
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GAP Solutions provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job us at recruiting@gapsi.com. You will need to reference the requisition number of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a requisition number will not be returned.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
See All 82+ Biologist Jobs
Jump back to the full list of openings and apply to any biologist role that fits.
Find Biologist JobsBiologist Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Stantec10
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute9
- Tetra Tech9
- Bureau Veritas4
- GAP Solutions3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services35
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals13
- Technology & Software12
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Education6
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in biologist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in biology, biochemistry, or a closely related life science field
- Hands-on experience with core laboratory techniques such as PCR, cell culture, or microscopy
- Proficiency in data analysis software including R, Python, or GraphPad Prism
- Experience writing or contributing to scientific reports, protocols, or peer-reviewed manuscripts
- Familiarity with biosafety regulations and good laboratory practice standards
- Field data collection experience or knowledge of environmental sampling methods
Tips for Your Biologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to study systems
List the specific organisms, ecosystems, or cell types you've worked with, not just broad method names. Hiring managers in ecology or microbiology scan for whether your study system matches their program's focus before reading anything else.
Lead with your laboratory technique stack
Put a dedicated skills section near the top that names every technique you can run independently, from PCR and flow cytometry to field sampling protocols. Vague phrases like 'bench experience' don't help you past automated screening filters.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists biologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target sector-specific job titles precisely
The same work gets posted as 'research associate,' 'staff scientist,' or 'field biologist' depending on the employer. Search all three variants when you're targeting a specific type of role, or you'll miss relevant openings hiding under a different label.
Prepare to discuss experimental design choices
Interviewers in biology roles routinely ask you to walk through why you chose a particular control, assay, or sampling strategy, not just what results you got. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud before the technical interview.
Negotiate start date around institutional timelines
Federal, academic, and grant-funded positions often have fixed onboarding windows tied to fiscal quarters or award cycles. Ask about the anticipated start date early, and flag any constraints on your end before you reach the offer stage.
Biologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most biologists?
The companies hiring the most biologists right now include Stantec, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Tetra Tech, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated in pharmaceutical R&D, federal research agencies, and environmental consulting firms.
How many biologist jobs are remote?
About 20% of biologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though lab-based roles are almost always on-site by nature. Positions in bioinformatics, scientific writing, regulatory affairs, and data-heavy ecology work account for the majority of remote-eligible openings in the field.
How do you become a biologist?
Most biologist roles require at least a bachelor's degree in biology or a related life science, followed by hands-on research experience gained through internships, undergraduate lab work, or a thesis project. Many research and government positions expect a master's degree or doctoral training. Building a publication record or presenting at conferences strengthens your application for competitive roles at universities and federal agencies.
How do you get hired as a biologist with little experience?
Start by applying for research assistant, laboratory technician, or field technician positions, which are specifically designed for early-career candidates and prioritize technique exposure over independent project experience. Volunteering with university labs, natural resource agencies, or nonprofit conservation organizations builds a verifiable record of fieldwork or bench skills. Documenting every protocol you've run, even from coursework, gives hiring managers concrete evidence of your hands-on ability.
What does the biologist interview process look like?
Most biologist hiring processes begin with a phone or video screen focused on your research background and technique experience, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through experimental design, troubleshoot a hypothetical protocol, or discuss published work in the field. Industry roles often include a skills assessment or practical exercise, while academic and government positions may require a seminar presentation or written sample before a final panel interview.
Where can I find and apply to biologist jobs?
You can find and apply to biologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one searchable place. Find the roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
See All 82+ Biologist Jobs
Jump back to the full list of openings and apply to any biologist role that fits.
Find Biologist Jobs