Do you have a passion for science and genetics testing? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment? If so, take your career to the next level as a Sr. Research Associate as part of our R&D DNA Identification team in Burlington, NC. Labcorp’s work in developing new testing solutions has an incredible impact on millions of lives worldwide. Be a part of this life-saving work and help improve patients' lives while growing your career.
Position Summary:
The Research and Development Department has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Research Associate. This position will be part of the R&D DNA Identification team that partakes in the development and optimization of DNA testing procedures for HLA testing and other DNA, RNA, and antibody-based assays. The position focuses on assay development, validation, implementation, and troubleshooting. This includes development of Next Generation Sequencing tests for PacBio and Illumina platforms. Other methods include, and not limited to, Sanger sequencing, qPCR, Enzyme Immunoassay, STR, bioinformatics, and probe capture.
Candidates given best consideration will have the following:
Previous research experience in molecular techniques such as DNA isolation, PCR, probe/bait capture assays, and Next Generation Sequencing. HLA experience a plus.
Familiarity with validation and implementation in a CAP/CLIA Laboratory.
Experience with assay design and assay performance optimization.
Strong writing skills for SOP development.
Excellent critical thinking skills.
Ability to successfully take project from beginning to end.
Essential Responsibilities:
Conduct research on projects with limited oversight through the development process and transfer optimized and developed products to operations.
Write standard operating procedures and validations.
Work closely with R&D director, and other scientific staff in a team environment.
Analyze and critique results, note deviations and design relevant experiments.
Read primary scientific literature to help develop and troubleshoot experiments.
Give presentations to colleagues.
Generate reports sufficient for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
Coach and assist laboratory staff on newly developed procedures.
Education:
Bachelor of Science degree with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in R & D (or equivalent experience) required.
Master of Science degree with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in R & D (or equivalent experience) preferred.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
Why People choose to work at Labcorp:
At Labcorp, it is our people that make us great – it is what our clients, our partners and, most importantly, what our employees say. Here, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with extraordinary people with diverse viewpoints. You will discover your own outstanding potential as we build an even stronger organization with industry leaders from early development to the clinic and beyond. We help our clients develop medicines that improve health and improve lives of their family and friends.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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