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Labcorp is seeking a Staff Scientist, Histology to join our team in Indianapolis, IN!
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Job Responsibilities:
Participates in scientific activities and initiatives in support of global Laboratory Operations. Performs complex trouble-shooting and problem-solving, supporting Lab Operations to ensure smooth transition of assays into production. Participates in developing/identifying new strategies, techniques and instrumentation for the development of new ventures in the
scientific area of expertise for CLS global Laboratory Operations.
• Performs complex troubleshooting and assists in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
• Applies and interprets scientific theories, concepts, techniques and regulatory requirements in clinical studies and accepts leadership role in developing scientific
approaches.
• Provides consultation to scientific and operational staff on technical issues.
• Responds to unscheduled deadlines, client needs, crises, etc. without neglecting other duties.
• Assists with regular monitoring and evaluation of clinical assays to ensure effective scientific performance.
• May provide technical training for operational staff.
• Provides technical/scientific consultation to departments outside the lab (i.e., Project Management) as requested.
• Contributes to long-term planning and technical policies of the department.
• Assists in managing scientific vendor relationships to troubleshoot issues and improve capabilities.
• Participates in client visits.
• Regularly reads literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge.
• Presentations to clients and professional groups.
• Attend meetings, conferences, symposia, and seminars to promote CLS’s capabilities within dedicated scientific area.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biology, life science or relevant, or with 3-5 years industry or academic experience on anatomic pathology and histology.
Preferred Qualifications:
Board certification in scientific area of expertise.
Additional Job Standards:
Work is generally performed in a laboratory environment.
Exposure to blood borne pathogens
Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals
Overtime and weekend work as required.
Attending technical conferences and exhibits as required.
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. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please click here.
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Skills Required
- Ph.D. in Biology, life science or relevant
- 3-5 years industry or academic experience in anatomic pathology and histology
- Experience with histology and anatomic pathology techniques and clinical assays
- Experience troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation and assays
- Ability to work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous chemicals
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required
- Board certification in scientific area of expertise
- Experience providing technical training and scientific consultation
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