Workforce Development

Indiana Life Sciences Association understands that a well-trained workforce is the backbone of the life sciences industry. Whether it is engaging K-12 students in STEM initiatives, supporting the development of specialized degrees and certifications to meet industry needs, or helping individuals develop their skill sets to become more valued and valuable employees, the Indiana Life Sciences Association is here to help our members! Please be sure to check the member directory for additional workforce and education providers.

We are the state affiliate of the Life Sciences Workforce Collaborative

The life sciences industry is at a crucial juncture, with rapid technological advancements and talent shortages posing both challenges and opportunities. To address these issues, the Life Sciences Workforce Collaborative (LSWC) has officially launched as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This bold step aims to unify efforts in strengthening the workforce that powers this innovative industry.

Formerly known as the Coalition of State Bioscience Institutes (CSBI), LSWC made its debut at the 2025 BIO International Convention. Building on years of collaboration among regional bioscience organizations, the Collaborative emerges with a formalized mission to implement impactful, industry-driven workforce solutions that will bolster the sector’s growth and sustainability.

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Workforce: Talent Recruitment, Staffing, Training Firms

Life Sciences Training Programs

Heartland BioWorks BioTrain

Developed with BioCrossroads, Purdue, and Ivy Tech, BioTrain will offer flexible, stackable credentials for entry-level positions and, through EmployIndy, will recruit from local populations, offer support services, and facilitate smooth transitions from training to employment. Industry-recognized curricula will also be offered for employers to upskill or reskill their current workforce. These trainings will be hosted at facilities across the state and at the Heartland BioWorks Tech Hub training facility with state-of-the-art equipment, to be located in the 16 Tech Innovation District.

Indiana Life Sciences Association and Ivy Tech Community College have enjoyed a long partnership, culminating in the creation of a Biotechnology Associates degree, designed to meet the customized workforce needs of many of our regional life sciences employers. Whether your company needs to provide customized training or wants to offer workers the opportunity to grow their skill sets, Ivy Tech is your workforce partner of choice. Learn More

Ivy Tech Biotechnology Associates Degree

Certificate Programs (available on-line)

Ivy Tech Bloomington Announces Certificate Programs Now Eligible for State Grant Program
Sarah Cote, Dean of the Ivy Tech School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Applied Science & School of Public Affairs and Social Services announced that all three biotechnology certificates (Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Device Quality, and Regulatory Affairs) were approved for inclusion in the state’s Workforce Readiness Grant. Qualified individuals can now complete a certificate for free! More information on qualifications and how to sign up can be found here – Next Level Jobs Bloomington – Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.

For questions about the Regulatory Affairs or Biotechnology Degree, please contact:

Sengyong Lee, Ph.D.
Biotechnology Program Chair/Professor
slee@ivytech.edu | (812) 330-6036

Apply online at ivytech.edu/apply-now or visit us on campus!

Ivy Tech’s Indiana Center for Life Sciences – Training Facility – This state of the art facility was designed to facilitate workforce development through industry training and academics. We provide Industry access to our facility, free of charge, for all training and meeting needs. We can accommodate off-shift training as well as normal day shift training in our 5000 sq. ft. manufacturing training suite. Normal classroom space is also available for meetings.

Training and Talent Solutions

Comply Guru

Comply Guru leads the industry as an accredited provider of online (self-paced), virtual & blended training courses in ISO Standards, Quality Auditing & Medical Device Regulations.

Courses are offered in:

Quality Management & ISO 9001
Medical Device Quality Management & ISO 13485
Medical Device Risk Management & ISO 14971
Laboratory Quality Management & ISO/IEC 17025
Medical Device Regulations (EU-MDR, EU-IVDR, MDSAP, FDA QSR)
Integrated Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety Management (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001)

We plan to continually grow our portfolio of courses to become a truly leading provider of conformity & compliance-based training.

Our HQ is based in Limerick, Ireland and in January 2021, we opened a new U.S. office in Chicago, IL.

ADP – Payroll/HR Solutions for Indiana Life Sciences Association Members

ADP provides life sciences organizations of all sizes the opportunity to outsource their day-to-day administrative tasks across human resources, compliance, payroll, benefits, talent management, employee support, and more.

As the nation’s largest Certified Professional Employer Organization (PEO), ADP streamlines the HR process, takes work off your plate, and frees up time for you to focus on strategic goals to grow your business. For small and midsized businesses, a PEO can save money on hiring additional HR personnel. Lean on the strategic relationship of an experienced HR partner like ADP.

Biotech Exec

Biotech Exec – A fantastic resource for start-up companies and experienced individuals looking for that next opportunity. BiotechExec is a network of leading life science industry executives ready to help you grow your business. Powered by our exclusive IGNITE network, we address the need for experienced executive management to be readily available for the life sciences sector.

Regional Workforce Data

IN Department of Workforce Development – http://www.hoosierdata.in.gov/