research assistant Madison, WI
Job description
Explore research careers and be a part of something bigger as a Research Assistant in Bioanalytical Lab Operations in Madison, WI!
Labcorp Drug Development helps to develop new drugs, medical devices and diagnostics. Your role is vital to improving the health of family, friends and animals.
As a Research Assistant I in Bioanalytical Lab Operations you will validate methodologies for various compounds and components in various biological matrices in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines. This is a day shift position and start time is flexible following initial training period.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Organizes, conducts and evaluates analytical results and testing.
Maintains study documentation and laboratory records.
Independently sets-up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment.
Performs quality control review of data.
Informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect integrity of the data; participates in corrective action of problems.
Promotes a cohesive team environment.
Assists in setting up and performing method development and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices.
Makes suggestions for modifications in test methods or procedures.
Provides input and participates in project meetings, plans, monitors and guides project work.
Ability to serve as lead chemist on projects, overseeing a small group of technical staff, with supervision.
Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
Trains and assists less experienced staff.
Participates in client visits as needed, assists in communicating technical information.
Participates in process improvement initiatives.
Assists in evaluation of data for incorporation into written reports.
Effectively plans and utilizes personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.
Assists in writing reports, methods, protocols and SOPs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education/Qualifications/Experience:
Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field. Relevant Bioanalytical experience may be substituted for education.
Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).
Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).
Experience with analytical instrumentation.
Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
Able to perform complex analysis using unfamiliar or new methods.
Ability to assist in the preparation of relevant sections of final reports.
How will you be rewarded!
Enjoy 24 days of personal-time-off (PTO) (pro-rated based on start date) AND Additional Paid Holidays.
Have access to other great benefits including: 401(k) plan with a generous company match and of course medical, vision and dental insurance and much more!
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
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