Labcorp—Scientist I (DD)

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Description: 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 a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives. Labcorp is seeking a Scientist I (Bioinformatics Scientist I) to join our team at Yeshwantpur in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Work Schedule 40hrs a week (Monday to Friday) in a rotational shift Job Responsibilities - Develop a deep understanding of the assays run in the Specialty Genomics group - Perform routine QC and any required downstream analyses following established work instructions for production analyses - Communicate progress, results, concerns, and/or troubleshooting to lab staff, project managers, and/or clients. - Act efficiently in an environment with dynamic timelines and changing priorities - Establish and foster excellent working relationships with bioinformatics team members - Support validation projects through analysis and/or documentation activities - Any other duties as assigned by the management based on the business needs Minimum Qualifications - Master’s degree in bioinformatics, Genomics, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline. Preferred Qualifications - 2+ years of bioinformatics experience (NGS and/or arrays) - 2+ years of demonstrated competency in statistical analysis methods, Python, R, common bioinformatics tools, etc. - Full comfort working in a mix-based, command-line environment. Bash or other scripting skills is essential. - Hands-on experience or working knowledge of NGS workflows, genomic data analysis, sequence quality control, and mapping techniques. Additional Responsibilities: - Complete assigned training requirements and maintain an accurate, up-to-date training record. - Review and adhere to applicable SOPs, work instructions, and quality processes. - Ensure proper documentation and record retention to support business continuity and audit readiness. - Contribute to a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and customer focus. - Effectively functions in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment - Consistently demonstrates strong interpersonal and teamwork skills - Prioritizes workload effectively with guidance - Quickly and competently trains on and performs new and updated analysis methods - Understands and performs specific tasks that need to be completed daily with high attention to detail to perform high quality data analysis - Identifies and offers suggestions for process improvements - Completes written reports as part of client deliverables - Previous CRO experience - Understanding of requirements for working under various regulatory environments - Previous experience providing training, mentoring, process leadership, or operational support is highly desirable. 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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