Explore research careers and be a part of something bigger as an Operations Scientist I in our Bioanalytical Lab in our Madison, WI location!
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.
This posting is for a Mass Spec Operator / Operations Scientist role within Bioanalytical Lab Operations.
As a Operations Scientist I in Bioanalytical Services you will be part of a cohesive team and conduct routine analysis on biological and chemical samples in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, and regulatory agency guidelines for multiple studies.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Independently starts routine analyses on LCMS systems in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, and regulatory agency guidelines.
Documents work and maintains study documentation with laboratory records according to appropriate regulatory documentation practices.
Can also perform QC review of data.
Independently operates laboratory equipment, including system set up and general maintenance as directed by SOP.
May provide input and participate in system scheduling. This can include planning, monitoring, and guiding project work by effectively utilizing personnel and resources for timely completion of assigned projects.
Informs Study Director, Lead Scientist, and / or management of any problems or deviations that may affect integrity of the data;
participates in corrective action of problems.
Contributes to a cohesive team environment. Plans individual assigned workload daily in coordination with team members, can effectively manage multiple assignments.
Identifies technical issues and proactively communicates them to the study team. Can perform troubleshooting experiments.
Provides ideas, supports, and participates in process improvement initiatives.
Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment. Demonstrates understanding of Health and Safety compliance by ensuring that policies / SOPs and training are up to date.
May train or assist less experienced staff.
Participates in client visits as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education / Qualifications / Experience :
- Bachelor of Science / Arts (BS / BA) degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related scientific field.
- Relevant laboratory experience may be substituted for education.
- 1-2 years related or relevant laboratory experience.
- Experience with the use of high-pressure liquid chromatography systems and mass spectrometers is required.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Efficient in prioritizing and managing time.
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with internal customers.
- Working knowledge of regulatory guidelines (GLP and GCP).
- Experience with other laboratory equipment, electronic Laboratory notebook systems and LIMS is desired.
Starting pay $26.00 per hour
Excellent training provided with extensive benefits including a variety of medical plans (starting on the 1st of the month following your start date), dental plans, and vision plan;
24 days of PTO in the first year, tuition reimbursement, 401K with 5% matching, employee stock purchase plan and much more.
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