Senior Research Associate at Labcorp – Apply Online
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Job Title: Senior Research Associate – Molecular Assays
Category: Research and Development
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote: No
Position Summary:
This is a Subject Matter Expert role for molecular assays and other in vitro assays which interfaces with clients as well as performs complex technical assays within the lab. The scientific focus of the role is molecular assays. This individual demonstrates high standards of personal and scientific integrity; fully accountable and understands the impact of actions. They are motivated to do the Right Thing – First Time – All the Time.
What we’re looking for in you:
- Experience with qPCR, ddPCR, nucleic acid purification and quantification, ELISA, and other microplate-based assays.
- Knowledge of standard and non-standard study designs and the ability to draw scientific conclusions.
- Ability to make decisions on assay results/data. Ability to problem solve unexpected analytical events within projects/assays, and issues within the wider group.
- Prior oncology research experience (preferred).
- Client interfacing experience (preferred) or experience working on cross-functional projects requiring collaboration and compromise.
- Excellent communication skills.
Other Essential Duties:
- Perform lab work and coordinate scheduling with internal and external groups.
- Responsible for on-time delivery targets. Anticipates study start, holds start-up and ongoing study meetings, manages the execution of projects, study status and issues that could affect timelines or quality. Maintains awareness of potential for work scope change as well as the status of additional project components led by other team members. Provides Client feedback to study stakeholders and takes appropriate action to resolve issues.
- Always maintains awareness of study and assay status and anticipates issues that may affect quality, timelines, etc. To be responsible for communication of the issues to all parties internally and to take appropriate action to resolve.
- Comprehensive understanding of routine use and maintenance of PCR and other equipment appropriate to the In Vitro Services laboratory, including troubleshooting. Is aware of new technology developments and actively supports their implementation.
- Assist in the preparation/review of training modules in the area of expertise.
- Mentors and develops others in the group through continuous and consistent feedback.
Education/Qualifications:
- PhD in relevant life sciences field. Relevant experience may be substituted for education.
- 3 to 5 years industry experience in a relevant field (Oncology preferred).
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