Staff Scientist II - Histology

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking an experienced Staff Scientist II -Histology to join our

team in Indianapolis, US!

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Job Responsibilities:

Participates in scientific activities and initiatives

in support of global Laboratory Operations. Performs complex

troubleshooting 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 APH.

• 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 scientific area of expertise.
• 3 years or more post-doctoral or industry experience within scientific area of expertise.
• Additional relevant experience may be substituted for education requirements above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board certification in scientific area of expertise.

Additional Job Standards:

• Highly skilled in conducting research, data interpretation, and
• writing reports.
• Proven track record of method development.
• Experience performing scientific presentations and preparing
• scientific publications.
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory automation, system software,
• Microsoft applications and laboratory statistics.
• Effective communication skills with technical staff, business
• development staff, peers and clients.
• Attention to detail and interpretation of scientific data.
• Demonstrated problem prevention, detection and resolution.

The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan. Bonuses are payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and are subject to individual performance modifiers.

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. 

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

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