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What To Expect

• Incumbent maintains high standards in all aspects of departmental and laboratory functions
• Incumbent may train coworkers, where appropriate, and performs established laboratory procedures and assays in accordance with Labcorp quality principles.
• Incumbent is proficient in one or more of the following methodologies, Mesoscale, Luminex, Protein Simple ELLA, Quanterix, or ELISAs.
• Incumbent demonstrates proficiency in immunoassay instrumentation and processes by assisting in designing experiments to evaluate and validate single and multiplexed assays.
• Incumbent can provide protocol and assay technical consultation to clients.
• Incumbent performs established assays, aids in validating novel biomarkers for immunoassays and generates clear technical reports.

Essential Job Duties:.

• Design and conduct experiments in timely fashion and routinely update supervisor on progress
• Modify plan as needed. Resolve routine and non-routine assay problems and select optimal conditions
• Communicate experimental plan to supervisor and/or client and revise as needed
• Complete testing within the expected turn around time to meet customers’ expectations
• Train others and participate in method transfer activities as required.
• Research scientific literature and develop plan
• Prepare clear, detailed experimental reports that enable reproduction of experiment by others in the lab and include precise tracking of samples and data
• Perform established and development of new immunoassays.
• Conduct assay operations as needed for study support.
• Consult with supervisor to establish goals
• Obtain necessary reagents and equipment.

Quality results

• Verify instrument performance and document quality checks
• Include all appropriate biological controls in experimental design
• Report any quality issue to supervisor and participate in troubleshooting.

Scientific Communication

• Prepare scientific posters and manuscripts that demonstrate expertise and enhance the reputation of Labcorp in the scientific and client community.
• Generate concise and clear technical reports for clients and interpret basic findings
• Prepare high quality scientific reports for internal and external oral presentation

Scientific Growth

• Read appropriate literature and research topics applicable to Labcorp and client needs
• Evaluate new techniques, technologies, and instruments
• Participate in internal and external scientific seminars and training
• Suggest and evaluate new assays and assay improvements

Teamwork and Scientific Leadership

• Freely share ideas and learning with the team and other colleagues
• Actively participate as team member for Labcorp and client studies.
• Willingly cross-train and learn other assays to support overall team efforts.

Compliance

• Comply with regulatory guidelines, Universal Precautions and Labcorp Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times.
• Complete required training and maintain training records
• Follow established Labcorp operations procedures for purchasing, payroll, client interaction, etc. at all times.

Experience

• Expertise with assay validation procedures and data analysis.
• Proficiency in applicable instrumentation software, database, graphical and statistical software
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Expertise with immunoassay techniques and procedures.
• Ability to interact with and support others in a team-oriented environment
• All candidates would be considered on their own respective merits, but the following is the typical level of experience held by individuals in this position:

Education/Qualifications/Certifications And Licenses

• Recognized qualifications to support proficiency in basic numeracy and literacy (precise details will be dependent on the country of location).
• B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Medical Technology, Immunology, or related field
• In exceptional circumstances, directly relevant previous experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree; degree in a science field is preferred (e.g. chemistry, biology, animal science)
• Individual must have three years bench-level laboratory experience in biological science including 1 yr experience in immuno research.

Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here.

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