Scientist I DD

Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Scientist I (Bioinformatics Scientist I) to join our team at Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The role involves understanding assays in Specialty Genomics, performing QC and downstream analyses, and communicating results to stakeholders.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of bioinformatics experience with Python, R, and NGS workflows. Strong command-line skills (Bash) and ability to work in a fast-paced setting are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in bioinformatics, genomics, biotechnology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, life sciences or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the assays run in the Specialty Genomics group.
• Perform routine QC and downstream analyses following established work instructions for production analyses.
• Communicate progress, results, concerns, and troubleshooting to lab staff, project managers, and clients.
• Act efficiently in an environment with dynamic timelines and changing priorities.
• Establish and foster excellent working relationships with bioinformatics team members.
• Support validation projects through analysis and/or documentation activities.
• Complete assigned training requirements and maintain an accurate training record.
• Review and adhere to SOPs, work instructions, and quality processes.

Skills

Python

R

Bioinformatics tools

Command-line

Bash

Education

Master’s degree in bioinformatics/genomics/life sciences

Tools

NGS workflows

Genomic data analysis tools

Job description

Job Description:

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Scientist I (Bioinformatics Scientist I) to join our team at Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Work Schedule

40hrs a week (Monday to Friday) in a rotational shift

Job Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the assays run in the Specialty Genomics group
• Perform routine QC and any required downstream analyses following established work instructions for production analyses
• Communicate progress, results, concerns, and/or troubleshooting to lab staff, project managers, and/or clients.
• Act efficiently in an environment with dynamic timelines and changing priorities
• Establish and foster excellent working relationships with bioinformatics team members
• Support validation projects through analysis and/or documentation activities
• Any other duties as assigned by the management based on the business needs

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in bioinformatics, Genomics, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of bioinformatics experience (NGS and/or arrays)
• 2+ years of demonstrated competency in statistical analysis methods, Python, R, common bioinformatics tools, etc.
• Full comfort working in a mix-based, command-line environment. Bash or other scripting skills is essential.
• Hands-on experience or working knowledge of NGS workflows, genomic data analysis, sequence quality control, and mapping techniques.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Complete assigned training requirements and maintain an accurate, up-to-date training record.
• Review and adhere to applicable SOPs, work instructions, and quality processes.
• Ensure proper documentation and record retention to support business continuity and audit readiness.
• Contribute to a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

• Effectively functions in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment
• Consistently demonstrates strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Prioritizes workload effectively with guidance
• Quickly and competently trains on and performs new and updated analysis methods
• Understands and performs specific tasks that need to be completed daily with high attention to detail to perform high quality data analysis
• Identifies and offers suggestions for process improvements
• Completes written reports as part of client deliverables
• Previous CRO experience
• Understanding of requirements for working under various regulatory environments
• Previous experience providing training, mentoring, process leadership, or operational support is highly desirable.

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