Research Associate, Diagnostics & NGS Development

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’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.