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Posted: 07-Jan-25
Location: Chantilly, Virginia
Type: Full-time
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Internal Number: 2439686
Explore research careers and be a part of something bigger as an Operations Scientist I -Lab Operations / BioA Services in our Chantilly, VA 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.
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 organizes & conducts routine analyses on samples 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.
- 2-4 years related or relevant laboratory experience.
- 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 - $29.00 per hour based on experience.
Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate?s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Commissions, and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here.
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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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