Staff Scientist II - Histology

Labcorp • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Labcorp is seeking an experienced Staff Scientist II specializing in histology to join its team in Indianapolis. The role supports global Laboratory Operations through scientific activities, assay transitions into production, assay and instrumentation troubleshooting, and the development of new scientific strategies and ventures. The position applies scientific theories, techniques, and regulatory requirements in clinical studies and provides technical and scientific consultation to laboratory staff, other departments, and clients. It also contributes to assay monitoring, training, technical policies, vendor relationships, client visits, presentations, and keeping current with relevant scientific literature. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position is eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan, subject to corporate or business-segment performance and individual performance modifiers.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in the scientific area of expertise; additional relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement.
• At least 3 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in the scientific area of expertise.
• Highly skilled in conducting research, interpreting data, and writing reports.
• Proven track record of method development.
• Experience giving scientific presentations and preparing scientific publications.
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory automation, system software, Microsoft applications, and laboratory statistics.
• Effective communication skills with technical staff, business development staff, peers, and clients.
• Attention to detail and ability to interpret scientific data.
• Demonstrated problem prevention, detection, and resolution.

Nice To Haves

• Board certification in the scientific area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Participate in scientific activities and initiatives supporting global Laboratory Operations.
• Perform complex troubleshooting and problem-solving to support Lab Operations and ensure smooth transitions of assays into production.
• Participate in developing or identifying strategies, techniques, and instrumentation for new ventures in the scientific area of expertise.
• Assist in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems involving assays or instrumentation.
• Apply and interpret scientific theories, concepts, techniques, and regulatory requirements in clinical studies, and take a leadership role in developing scientific approaches.
• Provide technical consultation to scientific and operational staff and scientific consultation to departments outside the laboratory, such as Project Management.
• Respond to unscheduled deadlines, client needs, and crises while maintaining other duties.
• Assist with regular monitoring and evaluation of clinical assays to ensure effective scientific performance.
• Provide technical training to operational staff as needed.
• Contribute to long-term planning and technical policies of the department.
• Assist in managing scientific vendor relationships to troubleshoot issues and improve capabilities.
• Participate in client visits and deliver presentations to clients and professional groups.
• Attend meetings, conferences, symposia, and seminars to promote CLS capabilities in the relevant scientific area.
• Read literature related to the scientific area of expertise to remain current.

Benefits

• Annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan, based on corporate and/or business-segment performance and subject to individual performance modifiers.
• Medical insurance for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Dental insurance for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Vision insurance for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Life insurance for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Tuition reimbursement for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree