Research Associate

Labcorp; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO / Flexible Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp’s PGDX division in Baltimore, MD seeks a Research Associate to join our fast-paced diagnostics development team. You will perform laboratory assays, help design studies, maintain records, and support cross-functional collaboration to advance product development.

The role requires a biology/chemistry bachelor’s and 1+ years of industry lab experience; NGS experience preferred. This position offers a Monday–Friday schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related life science.
• 1+ years of lab experience in industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory assays for development of diagnostic applications following GDP and PDP.
• Own tasks related to study design, planning, protocol writing and schedule creation.
• Quality control and general maintenance of laboratory equipment, reagent and consumable inventory, accurate record keeping.
• Identify gaps or issues with laboratory procedures or protocols and provide input on solutions.
• Support sample management with sample tracking, database updates, and contrived samples creation.
• Work effectively on multiple studies and adjust to changing priorities or goals.
• Collaborate and communicate with peers, team, and cross-functionally.
• Conduct proof of concept, optimization, and feasibility studies including data evaluation and troubleshooting.
• Learn and apply new methods or technologies.
• Assist with creation of SOPs and assay instructions.
• Assist with transfer of product design to operations.
• Assist with design requirements and risk identification for product development.
• Provide input on product requirements where applicable.
• Interpret, translate, and present data for meetings.

Skills

Lab experience

NGS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related life science

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.

PGDX by Labcorp is seeking a Research Associate to join our team in Baltimore, MD

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 1st shift

Job Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory assays for development of diagnostic applications following good documentation process (GDP) and product development process (PDP).
• Own tasks related to study design, planning, protocol writing and schedule creation.
• Standard laboratory duties including: quality control and general maintenance of laboratory equipment, reagent and consumable inventory, accurate and detailed record keeping.
• Identify gaps or issues with laboratory procedures or protocols and provide input on solutions.
• Support sample management team with sample tracking, database updates, and creation of contrived samples.
• Work effectively on multiple studies and quickly adjust to changing priorities or goals.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with peers, team, and cross-functionally.
• Conduct proof of concept, optimization, and feasibility studies including iterative data evaluation and troubleshooting.
• Learn and apply new methods or technologies.
• Assist with the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and assay instructions.
• Assist with transfer of product design to operations.
• Assist with creating product design specifications and identification of design-related risks for product development.
• May provide input on product requirements
• Assist with interpretation, translation, and presentation of data for team, group, project, or cross-functional formal design meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related life science.
• 1 or more years of lab experience in industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 or more years of NGS experience

Additional Job Standards

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Pay Range

$55k - 65k

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.

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