Method Development Scientist III

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through unparalleled science, data, technology, and a global laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation, and address critical health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact on people’s health worldwide.

About the role

In this role, you will support the development, transfer, troubleshooting, and documentation of sensitive and reliable LC-MS/MS bioanalytical methods for the analysis of pharmaceuticals and related compounds in biological matrices. You will apply scientific principles, regulatory awareness, and hands-on laboratory expertise to generate high-quality data and support internal and external communications while contributing to process improvements. The position includes direct client interaction but no significant remote work or travel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an individual contributor in a regulated lab environment.
• Develop routine and complex analytical methods for quantitation of pharmaceuticals from biological matrices, applying troubleshooting and documentation practices.
• Support method development and method transfer activities, including method writing and associated laboratory work.
• Troubleshoot issues across development, validation, and sample analysis.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation in accordance with SOPs, GLP, and regulatory requirements.
• Support data-driven decision-making by communicating method performance, risks, and resource needs.
• Serve as a technical resource within the group, assisting with troubleshooting and training as appropriate.
• Participate in client interactions and internal cross-functional collaborations.
• Contribute to evaluation of departmental procedures and local process improvements.
• Promote a cohesive and collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• 5+ years of analytical laboratory experience.
• 5+ years of LC-MS/MS experience.
• Experience with GLP/GMP/GCP/SOP.
• 3+ years of Method Development experience.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (preferred).
• Bioanalytical experience (preferred).
• Demonstrated communication skills, including external publications and presentations.
• Client management experience.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage time.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Schedule

Monday - Friday (Day Shift)

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.