Do you have a passion for science? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment? If so, take your career to the next level as a Senior Research Associate and contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge molecular diagnostics on our dynamic R&D Next Generation Sequencing team in Westborough, MA. Be a part of this life-saving work and help improve patients' lives while growing your career. 

Position Summary

Labcorp is a leading diagnostic reference laboratory dedicated to delivering high-quality, clinically actionable results through innovative molecular technologies. The R&D team plays a critical role in developing and validating molecular assays that directly impact patient care.

As a Senior Research Associate, you will support all R&D functions that pertain to the launch of a molecular test into a clinical laboratory from development and validation to implementation and troubleshooting. This bench-focused position requires a strong foundation in molecular biology and deep familiarity with NGS technologies. This position will also involve working collaboratively with other groups throughout Labcorp in a variety of areas as they apply to translational research in a clinical diagnostics context.

Candidates given the best consideration will have the following:

Minimum 5 years of hands-on molecular biology experience, with at least 3 years in a clinical diagnostics, biotech or research lab setting

Firm understanding of fundamental molecular biology and genetics concepts

Expertise in NGS technologies and workflows, including library prep and target enrichment

Hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction and quantification, PCR, qPCR and Sanger sequencing

Strong organizational, documentation and analytical thinking skills

Proficient with webtools and databases for assay design, data analysis, literature searches

Familiarity with Microsoft Office apps; proficiency in statistical analysis a plus

Ability to work with minimal to moderate supervision in a dynamic environment and under tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Understanding of clinical molecular assay validation requirements

Experience with automation platforms and high-throughput molecular workflows

Knowledge of bioinformatics tools used for NGS data review and quality control

Education

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Key Responsibilities

Provide hands-on support in the design, optimization and execution of complex molecular workflows with particular emphasis on NGS assay development

Contribute to the analytical validation of NGS assays, including reproducibility, sensitivity, specificity, and limit of detection studies.

Assist in preparing documentation for regulatory submissions, validation plans and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Support technology transfers from R&D to clinical operations through training and cross-functional collaboration

Analyze experimental data and troubleshoot technical issues in collaboration with the bioinformatics and clinical laboratory staff

Summarize and present results within and outside of the R&D group

Evaluate commercial products for applicability in a clinical lab setting

Generate manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals

Keep abreast of current literature pertinent to the project or departmental areas of interest

Support routine lab activities, e.g. maintaining equipment, ordering/receiving supplies

Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to a collaborative, high-quality lab culture

Pay Range: $75k - $85k (USD)

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. 

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. 

Why People choose to work at Labcorp: 

At Labcorp, it is our people that make us great – it is what our clients, our partners and, most importantly, what our employees say. Here, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with extraordinary people with diverse viewpoints. You will discover your own outstanding potential

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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