Research Assistant I - BioAnalytical Lab Operations

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Labcorp Drug Development is the leading global Clinical Research Organization. We have an exciting career opportunity for a <strong>Research Assistant I on our BioAnalytics Lab Production team in Indianapolis, IN.</strong> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">In this position 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.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Other duties include:</span></p><ul><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Document work and maintain study documentation and laboratory records.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assists in writing text for reports, methods or protocols.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assists in setting up and performing method development and validation of various analytes in a variety of matrices.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sets up, operates and performs routine and non-routine maintenance on general equipment.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Attends and participates in project meetings.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Perform QC review of data.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Plan assigned workload on a daily basis and effectively schedule multiple assignments.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Contributes to a cohesive team environment. Plans individual workload in coordination with team members.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Supports process improvement initiatives.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintains a clean and safe laboratory work environment.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Performs other related duties as assigned.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participates in client visits as needed.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="color: #44546a;">Excellent training provided with extensive benefits </span></strong><span style="color: #44546a;">including a variety of medical plans, dental plans, and vision plan; 24 days of PTO in the first year, tuition reimbursement, 401K with 5% matching, employee stock purchase plan and much more.</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Labcorp Drug Development's work in developing new pharmaceutical solutions has an incredible impact on millions of lives worldwide. Be a part of this life-saving work and help improve patients' lives while growing your career.</span></p><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Bachelor of Science/Arts (BS/BA) degree in chemistry or related scientific field</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Relevant Bioanalytical experience may be substituted for education </span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Ability to perform basic computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel).</span></li></ul><h2>Experience:</h2><ul><li style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">1- 2 years related or relevant laboratory experience required with a BS/BA degree </span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Familiar with the use of standard laboratory equipment (e.g., balances, pipettes, centrifuges).</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Experience with analytical instrumentation is desired.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Independently conduct tests for chemistry projects and provide initial analysis of results, asking questions as needed.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Acts as a technical resource for the department (trouble shooting, method development, qualification, maintenance and training) with guidance as needed.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Maintains and operates laboratory equipment, including independent problem identification and resolution.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Evaluates data for incorporation into written reports.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Completes project assignments on time with supervision.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Knowledgeable on a variety of study types, analysis procedures and methodology.</span></li><li style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.</span></li></ul>