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Research Assistant

AT Labcorp
Labcorp

Research Assistant

Madison, WI

Imagine being involved in cutting edge projects that change the course of our industry on a daily basis. At Labcorp, one of the world's largest and most comprehensive drug development service companies, you will have an opportunity to build an exciting career while you make a direct impact on the lives of millions.

Job Summary:

Individual has a responsibility to conduct all work in compliance with appropriate company standards, GLP, GCP, GMP (where appropriate) and regulatory guidelines specified in the study plans, protocols, or work agreements governing the work in which they are involved.

Essential Job Duties:

  • Sets up and performs a variety of analyses using appropriate instrumentation with routine and non-routine methods/procedures.
  • Critically review study protocol in primary area of work and suggest changes where appropriate.
  • Provides input and participates in study meetings (i.e. pre-initiation meeting).
  • Maintains study documentation in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
  • Reviews own work for overall accuracy, timeliness, completeness, and soundness of technical judgment.
  • Deliver results within agreed timeframe, whilst recognizing changes in priorities
  • Begin to support studies in non-primary area of work, as required
  • Ability to write, review and revise standard SOPs related to primary area of work.
  • Participate in QC review of selected routine data and methodology section within reports within scope of current role
  • Ability to prepare results and presentations based on the work performed
  • Participate in internal method development projects, as appropriate

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  • Consistently and continuously responds efficiently to requests (delivers high quality output on time)
  • Builds positive relationships with both internal/external clients
  • Uses experience and knowledge to contribute to design of new process or program in primary area of work
  • Recognizes changing situations and priorities and adapts accordingly
  • Ability to recognize deviations from normal results and inform Study Director, Study Coordinator and/or management of any problems that may affect integrity of the data
  • Ability to recommend modifications to routine procedures to adapt to problems in primary area

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related science with 2 years of experience.
  • Master's degree in biology, chemistry, or related science with 0-1 year of experience.
  • Ability to utilize word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and specialized software on personal computers.
  • Skilled in the use of all standard laboratory equipment

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.

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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Client-provided location(s): Madison, WI, USA
Job ID: labcorp-2448338_1354330948
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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