Staff Scientist I, LC-MS/MS

Labcorp is seeking a Staff Scientist, LC-MS/MS to join our team in Indianapolis, IN.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and validate liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) methods for small molecules (e.g. steroids, vitamins) and large molecules (e.g. proteins, antibody-drug conjugates (ADC)) in biological matrices.

• Performs complex troubleshooting and assists in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.

• Applies and interprets scientific theories, concepts, techniques and regulatory requirements in clinical studies and accepts leadership role in developing scientific approaches.

• Provides consultation to scientific and operational staff on technical issues.

• Responds to unscheduled deadlines, client needs, crises, etc. without neglecting other duties.

• Assists with regular monitoring and evaluation of clinical assays to ensure effective scientific performance.

• May provide technical training for operational staff.

• Provides technical/scientific consultation to departments outside the lab (i.e., Project Management) as requested.

• Contributes to long-term planning and technical policies of the department.

• Assists in managing scientific vendor relationships to troubleshoot issues and improve capabilities.

• Participates in client visits.

• Regularly reads literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge.

• Presentations to clients and professional groups.

• Attend meetings, conferences, symposia, and seminars to promote CLS’s capabilities within dedicated scientific area.

• Method Development & Validation – design and optimize sample preparation procedures (e.g protein precipitation, solid phase, liquid-liquid, SLE, derivatisation, digestion) and LC-MS/MS parameters for semi-quantitative and quantitative analysis

• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, and applicable regulatory requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s with 5 years or more of relevant experience

• Strong hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS instrumentation (e.g. Sciex 6500+, Waters Acquity UPLC)

• Proven track record in LC-MS/MS method development and validation

• Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g. Sciex Analyst, Sciex MultiQuant, Indigo Ascent)

• Highly skilled in conducting research, data interpretation, and writing reports.

• Proven track record of method development.

• Experience performing scientific presentations and preparing scientific publications.

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory automation, system software

• Microsoft applications and laboratory statistics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with small molecules, peptides, or biomolecules

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific area

Additional Job Standards:

• Effective communication skills with technical staff, business development staff, peers and clients.

• Attention to detail and interpretation of scientific data.

• Demonstrated problem prevention, detection and resolution

At Labcorp we have a passion in helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step!

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. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please click here. 

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging 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 and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), 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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