Sr. Research Associate

Labcorp•Baltimore, MD

3d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

1 or more years of NGS experience

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.