Research Assistant II, BioA

Labcorp • Madison, WI

3d • $24 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Research Assistant Bioanalytical Pharmacokinetic (PK) research
Madison, WI
Position is in a fast-paced laboratory specializing in small‑molecule analysis using High Performance Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS) and advanced automation, including robotic systems for sample handling.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Chemistry or a related scientific field required.
• 1 + years of experince with standard laboratory equipment (balances, pipettes, centrifuges).
• Experience operating and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation.
• Comfort working in high production scientific lab
• Comfortable working with samples from Animal Research
• Ability to start working full-time in the next 2-8 weeks.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to design and independently conduct tests and perform initial data analysis.
• 1–2 years of analytical chemistry experience highly preferred, ideally in industry/CRO environment.
• Strong preference for candidates with 1+ years of LC‑MS experience
• 1+ years of experience performing Mass Spectrometry experience is preferred but not required.
• 1 + years of experince with HPLC preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze biological or chemical samples for various compounds in compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Compile and report results to management.
• Organize, conduct, and evaluate analytical testing and results.
• Maintain study documentation and laboratory records.
• Set up, operate, and maintain general laboratory equipment, including troubleshooting and resolving issues.
• Perform quality control reviews of data.
• Communicate deviations or issues that may affect data integrity to the Study Director, Principal Investigator, or management, and participate in corrective actions.
• Assist with method development and validation for various analytes across multiple matrices.
• Perform complex analyses using new or unfamiliar methods, seeking scientific guidance when needed.
• Recommend improvements to test methods or procedures.
• Participate in project meetings, contributing to planning, monitoring, and guiding project work.
• Support client visits and help communicate technical information.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in evaluating data for inclusion in written reports.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level