LC-MS Discovery Method Development Scientist II

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 3.85pt 2.15pt 12.0pt 0in;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Play a pivotal role in the drug development process and grow your career!</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times; color: black;">If you are looking for a company where you can gain exposure to a wide variety of science and explore a multitude of career paths across the drug development spectrum, consider working at Covance by labcorp as a <strong>Discovery LC-MS Technical Lead- Method Development Scientist</strong>  in our <strong>Bioanalytical</strong> group. In this role, you will undertake original research which includes developing and confirming highly sensitive and reliable assay methodologies for the rapid and accurate analysis of pharmaceuticals in biological fluids and tissues as you:</span></p><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Authority on a variety of analytical techniques and methodologies. </span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Proven technical resource for the group and leads method troubleshooting and training of staff with extraction techniques and LC/MS analysis.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Participates in or leads the development of analytical methods for validation assays using a variety of analytical techniques for multidisciplined studies to generate results, solve problems, and interpret data of a scientific nature. </span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Applies and interprets scientific theories, concepts, techniques, and regulatory requirements in bioanalytical and mass spectrometry studies and helps to develop scientific approaches.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Responds to unscheduled deadlines, client needs, crises, etc. without neglecting other duties.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Independently sets up, maintains, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment, including problem identification and resolution.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Manages and drives the evaluation of new equipment.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Promotes a cohesive team environment.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Effectively interacts with internal/external clients, as needed.*</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Evaluates data for incorporation into external reports.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Contributes to long-range planning and technical policies of the department.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Performs other related duties as assigned.<em>      </em></span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><em><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Why Staff Scientists choose to work at Lapcorp Drug Development?</strong></span></em></p><ul><li style="color: black;"><em><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Make a direct impact in the lives of patients</span></em></li><li style="color: black;"><em><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Access to a variety of studies and top notch laboratory instrumentation</span></em></li><li style="color: black;"><em><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Partner with and learn from supportive colleagues and industry leaders</span></em></li><li style="color: black;"><em><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;">Open up new opportunities for career growth <span style="color: windowtext;">related to scientific and regulatory leadership</span></span></em></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="color: black;">This position is based out of our Madison, WI location. Relocation assistance is available.</span></strong></span></p><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">BS/BA degree in science plus at least 5-7 years of previous laboratory experience. Relevant experience may be substituted for education. .</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Effective communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills.</span></li></ul><h2>Experience:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Proven track record of troubleshooting HPLC and LC/MS/MS technologies.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Knowledge of automation technologies.</span></li></ul><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Basic knowledge of computers and software programs.</span></li></ul><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times;">Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment.</span></li></ul>