Lead Bioanalytical Scientist - LC-MS/MS & PK Expert

Labcorp; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Bioanalytical Lead Scientist I to join our Madison, WI team. You will serve as the technical expert in developing bioassays and LCMS techniques to support drug discovery and preclinical studies, including bioanalysis of drugs, metabolites, biomarkers, and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.

You will lead fast PK bioanalytical support for discovery programs, develop and apply LC-MS/MS methods, oversee high-throughput workflows, and mentor junior

Qualifications

• M.S. degree in Bioanalytical Science, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of hands‑on bioanalytical LC-MS/MS experience, including sample prep, method development, and quantitative analysis in biological matrices.
• 2+ years supporting pharmacokinetic (PK) studies in a drug discovery or development environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute fast PK bioanalytical support for discovery programs, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality pharmacokinetic data.
• Develop, optimize, and apply LC-MS/MS methods for quantitative analysis of compounds in biological matrices.
• Oversee high-throughput sample preparation and analytical workflows, leveraging automation and liquid handling technologies.
• Provide scientific leadership in data interpretation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of bioanalytical processes.
• Review, analyze, and communicate bioanalytical data and PK results to cross-functional teams and management.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the development of bioanalytical capabilities, best practices, and laboratory standards.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, data integrity standards, and applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
• Identify and implement innovative technologies and workflows to enhance throughput, efficiency, and scientific excellence in bioanalysis.

Skills

Bioanalytical LC-MS/MS

Project management

Mentoring

Education

M.S. degree in Bioanalytical Science or related

Tools

LC-MS/MS instruments

Automation / liquid handling

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Bioanalytical Lead Scientist I to join our Madison, WI team. You will serve as the technical expert in developing bioassays and LCMS techniques to support drug discovery and preclinical studies, including bioanalysis of drugs, metabolites, biomarkers, and active endogenous compounds in biological fluids and tissues.

You will lead fast PK bioanalytical support for discovery programs, develop and apply LC-MS/MS methods, oversee high-throughput workflows, and mentor junior