Research Scientist (Dx) at Labcorp, Apply Online
About Labcorp
At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions —because we know that knowledge has the potential to make life better for all. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations. Join us in our pursuit of answers.
Job Title: Research Scientist (Dx)
Category: Research and Development
Location: Buffalo, New York, United States of America
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 2426421
Job Duties
- Technical lead for developing, optimizing, validating, and performing advanced diagnostic laboratory tests (ADLT) using Next-generation Sequencing (NGS) platforms and orthogonal genomic based methodologies (50%).
- Co-ordinate with clinical team and biopharma for technology transfer of newly validated assays, including devising SOPs for clinical and biopharma use (20%).
- Maintain strong cross-functional support and relationships with other teams including but not limited to, clinical, biopharma, bioinformatics, software development, IT, vendors, and executive leadership (10%).
- Effectively present and communicate the outcomes of new product validations as well as troubleshooting studies to the broader team and support peer-review publications (10%).
- Devise and execute training, where appropriate, to develop and elevate the technical skills within the team (5%).
- May supervise or participate in the technical training of new staff and students in the laboratory (5%).
Education & Experience
- Minimum – Master’s degree in Biological Sciences (i.e. Molecular Genetics, Biology, Biotechnology, Medical Technology) and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time professional clinical or research experience in a laboratory.
- Preferred – PhD degree in Biological Sciences (i.e. Molecular Genetics, Biology, Biotechnology, Medical Technology) and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time professional clinical or research experience in a laboratory.
- Proficient in analytical thinking, planning, troubleshooting, time management, and delegation.
Pay Range:
$68,000 – $72,000