Research Assistant I - BioAnalytical Lab Operations

Company: LabCorp
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Explore research careers and be a part of something bigger as a Research Assistant I on the Bioanalytical Lab Operations team in Chantilly, VA!
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.
Job Summary:As a Research Assistant I you will analyze biological or chemical samples and/or develops/validates methodologies for various compounds and components in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory agency guidelines.
Other Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Document work and maintain study documentation and laboratory records.
• Use laboratory equipment appropriate for assigned tasks.
• Attends and participates in project meetings.
• Perform QC review of data.
• Recognize deviations from normal results and informs Study Director, Principal Investigator and/or management of any problems and/or deviations that may affect the integrity of the data.
• Learns to plan assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively schedule multiple assignments.
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment.-- Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.
• Supports process improvement initiatives.
• Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.
• Learns to interact with internal clients.Education/Qualifications/Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field. Experience may be substituted for education.
  • Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment.
  • Basic knowledge of computers and software programs.How will you be rewarded!
    • Enjoy 24 days of personal-time-off (PTO) (pro-rated depending 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:
      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. We encourage all to apply.
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