Research Associate I - R&D Validation Studies

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

Position Summary

The Research Associate plays a critical role in executing and supporting scientific investigations on validation studies. This position is responsible for independently conducting key experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, identifying anomalies, and proposing follow-up studies to advance research objectives. The ideal candidate consistently produces reliable, reproducible results and demonstrates proficiency in implementing new protocols with minimal guidance.

This role requires the ability to master new experimental techniques, perform routine and moderately complex tasks with competence, and contribute to problem-solving within cross-functional teams. The Research Associate maintains meticulous and comprehensible experimental records, contributes to technical reports, and may present findings to internal stakeholders. Data generated may support patent applications or peer-reviewed publications.

Candidates given the best consideration will have the following:

• Wet laboratory, R&D experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and quality focused

• Works well independently as well as collaboratively

Education/Experience Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor of Science degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in R & D (or equivalent experience).

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 as we build an even stronger organization with industry leaders from early development to the clinic and beyond. We help our clients develop medicines that improve health and improve the lives of their family and friends.

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. A dditionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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