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Programmer Analyst - Molecular Oncology

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Labcorp

Programmer Analyst - Molecular Oncology

Research Triangle Park, NC

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career? If so, Labcorp wants to speak with you about an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Programmer Analyst in RTP, NC. The Analyst will primarily support Molecular Oncology but may support Molecular Genetics, Central Extractions, and Cytogenetics, if needed. In this position you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at Labcorp: "Improving Health, Improving Lives".

Work Schedule: 2nd shift Tuesday-Saturday 3:00pm-11:30pm

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.

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Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a key resource for ongoing laboratory automation and process improvement initiatives.
  • Provide subject matter expertise for newly implemented automated laboratory workflows.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot assay-related issues and evaluate potential process enhancements.
  • Support and troubleshoot instrumentation, including liquid handlers and extraction systems.
  • Participate in the development, validation, and implementation of new automated processes.
  • Write and maintain Tecan scripts to support automation needs.
  • Test and troubleshoot Hamilton automation scripts, providing detailed feedback to vendors for optimization.
  • Train laboratory personnel on the use and maintenance of new automated systems.
  • Continuously optimize and refine existing automated workflows for efficiency and accuracy.
  • Design, verify, and maintain Excel spreadsheets for lab test tracking and result reporting.
  • Update, maintain, and troubleshoot databases used for tracking samples and reagents (e.g., primers), ensuring integration with the LIMS system.
  • Enhance existing assay tracking spreadsheets by adding features such as automated result validation.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
  • Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is required OR a MLS degree
  • Experience with performing PCR-based genetic testing, including NGS platforms, is highly preferred
  • Experience with utilizing automated liquid handling instruments is highly preferred
  • Working knowledge of various computer coding languages (C#, SQL, VBA, XAML) is a plus
  • High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
  • Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
  • Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

If you're looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth, continual development, professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference, apply today!

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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Client-provided location(s): Research Triangle Park, Durham, NC, USA
Job ID: labcorp-2514174_571927578
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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