Project manages the implementation of clinical trial assays at reference labs and centralized testing vendors, ensures delivery of assay/data results and is a key contact for the assay lab * Ensures ...
Project manages the implementation of clinical trial assays at reference labs and centralized testing vendors, ensures delivery of assay/data results and is a key contact for the assay lab * Ensures ...
Cortez - Assay Laboratory Technician
Crescent Valley, NV · On-site
$17.75 - $23.75/hr
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Assay Laboratory Technician at our Cortez Analytical Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of ore samples ...
Cortez - Assay Laboratory Technician
Crescent Valley, NV · On-site
$17.75 - $23.75/hr
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Assay Laboratory Technician at our Cortez Analytical Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of ore samples ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Cell Based Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in (Boston, MA). We ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Cell Based Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in (Boston, MA). We ...
Monitor assay performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity. * Allocate resources ... Experience with electronic lab notebooks and data integrity best practices. * Management ...
Monitor assay performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity. * Allocate resources ... Experience with electronic lab notebooks and data integrity best practices. * Management ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Cell Based Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in (Boston, MA). We ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Cell Based Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in (Boston, MA). We ...
Gold Quarry - Assay Laboratory Technician
Carlin, NV · On-site
$18.25 - $24.25/hr
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Assay Laboratory Technician at our Gold Quarry Analytical Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of ore ...
Gold Quarry - Assay Laboratory Technician
Carlin, NV · On-site
$18.25 - $24.25/hr
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Assay Laboratory Technician at our Gold Quarry Analytical Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of ore ...
Senior / Staff Scientist, Assay Automation
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Position Summary You will own the end-to-end performance of NGS assays running on Hamilton Platforms for Illumina-based sequencing assays, from wet lab execution through data interpretation. The work ...
Senior / Staff Scientist, Assay Automation
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Position Summary You will own the end-to-end performance of NGS assays running on Hamilton Platforms for Illumina-based sequencing assays, from wet lab execution through data interpretation. The work ...
Lab Assistant - Bradley Lab
Grand Forks, ND · Hybrid
$37/hr
Conduct and interpret flow cytometry experiments, including assay setup, sample preparation, acquisition, and data analysis. * Carry out small animal research procedures in compliance with ...
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Lab Assistant - Bradley Lab
Grand Forks, ND · Hybrid
$37/hr
Conduct and interpret flow cytometry experiments, including assay setup, sample preparation, acquisition, and data analysis. * Carry out small animal research procedures in compliance with ...
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Analytical Lab Technician
Attleboro, MA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fire Assay experience is not required; we will train you. What You'll Do * Run day-to-day lab operations and ensure smooth workflow * Prepare, track and analyze samples with a high level of accuracy
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Analytical Lab Technician
Attleboro, MA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fire Assay experience is not required; we will train you. What You'll Do * Run day-to-day lab operations and ensure smooth workflow * Prepare, track and analyze samples with a high level of accuracy
Senior / Staff Scientist, Assay Automation
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
Position Summary You will own the end-to-end performance of NGS assays running on Hamilton Platforms for Illumina-based sequencing assays, from wet lab execution through data interpretation. The work ...
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Senior / Staff Scientist, Assay Automation
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$110K - $150K/yr
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Biobank Assay Specialist
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Work on site in a BSL-2 lab with human biofluids and tissues. Duties include sample labeling, logging, auditing, processing, running assays, and data delivery. Requires MLS/ Medical Technology degree ...
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Biobank Assay Specialist
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Work on site in a BSL-2 lab with human biofluids and tissues. Duties include sample labeling, logging, auditing, processing, running assays, and data delivery. Requires MLS/ Medical Technology degree ...
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Staff Scientist, Assay Development
$125K - $175K/yr
This is a lab-based position with some hybrid flexibility and is onsite 5 days a week when ... Design, develop, optimize assay, reagent, and quality control parameters to set tolerance limits ...
Staff Scientist, Assay Development
$125K - $175K/yr
This is a lab-based position with some hybrid flexibility and is onsite 5 days a week when ... Design, develop, optimize assay, reagent, and quality control parameters to set tolerance limits ...
Senior Scientist, Assay Research
Austin, TX · On-site
$97K - $124K/yr
Senior Scientist, Assay Research At Pattern Bioscience, we're tackling antibiotic resistance, one ... This is a hands-on role with a balanced focus, split approximately 50% between wet-lab bench work ...
Senior Scientist, Assay Research
Austin, TX · On-site
$97K - $124K/yr
Senior Scientist, Assay Research At Pattern Bioscience, we're tackling antibiotic resistance, one ... This is a hands-on role with a balanced focus, split approximately 50% between wet-lab bench work ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Molecular, Immuno, Separation Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Molecular, Immuno, Separation Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in ...
Biobank Assay Specialist
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Work on site in a BSL-2 lab with human biofluids and tissues. Duties include sample labeling, logging, auditing, processing, running assays, and data delivery. Requires MLS/ Medical Technology degree ...
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Biobank Assay Specialist
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Work on site in a BSL-2 lab with human biofluids and tissues. Duties include sample labeling, logging, auditing, processing, running assays, and data delivery. Requires MLS/ Medical Technology degree ...
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Senior Scientist, Assay Research
Austin, TX · On-site
$97K - $124K/yr
Senior Scientist, Assay Research At Pattern Bioscience, we're tackling antibiotic resistance, one ... This is a hands-on role with a balanced focus, split approximately 50% between wet-lab bench work ...
Senior Scientist, Assay Research
Austin, TX · On-site
$97K - $124K/yr
Senior Scientist, Assay Research At Pattern Bioscience, we're tackling antibiotic resistance, one ... This is a hands-on role with a balanced focus, split approximately 50% between wet-lab bench work ...
Lab Analyst I NENSP
$40K - $50K/yr
Under the direct supervision of Lab Management, the Lab Analyst I performs laboratory assays for the timely detection of newborn disorders. The Lab Analyst I maintains competency in high complexity ...
Lab Analyst I NENSP
$40K - $50K/yr
Under the direct supervision of Lab Management, the Lab Analyst I performs laboratory assays for the timely detection of newborn disorders. The Lab Analyst I maintains competency in high complexity ...
Scientist/Senior Scientist, Assay Development - Molecular Assay Chemistry and Biophysics
Woburn, MA · On-site
$115K/yr
This role is based onsite in our lab in Woburn, MA 5 days/week. Responsibilities: * Design and develop ultrasensitive protein-detection assays from concept through feasibility, optimization ...
Scientist/Senior Scientist, Assay Development - Molecular Assay Chemistry and Biophysics
Woburn, MA · On-site
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... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Molecular, Immuno, Separation Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in ...
... Lab Supervisor) - Cell and Gene - Molecular, Immuno, Separation Assay Position: Shift: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm EST ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in ...
Cell-Based Assay Scientist
Beaverton, OR · On-site
$36.75 - $46/hr
Travel to conferences, customer sites, workshops and/or open lab events in support of sales ... Cell-Based Assay Scientist * 2+ years practical experience in set-up, operation and analysis of ...
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Cell-Based Assay Scientist
Beaverton, OR · On-site
$36.75 - $46/hr
Travel to conferences, customer sites, workshops and/or open lab events in support of sales ... Cell-Based Assay Scientist * 2+ years practical experience in set-up, operation and analysis of ...
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| Aspect | Assay Lab | Laboratory Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a degree in chemistry, biology, or related field; certifications vary | High school diploma or associate degree; certifications may be preferred |
| Work Environment | Specialized lab focused on assays, testing, and analysis | General lab setting performing a variety of tests and procedures |
| Industry Usage | Common in pharmaceuticals, biotech, and research labs | Widespread across healthcare, manufacturing, and research sectors |
| Job Focus | Designing, conducting, and analyzing assays | Preparing samples, operating equipment, recording data |
While both roles work in laboratory settings, an Assay Lab specializes in performing specific assays and tests, often requiring advanced knowledge and certifications. A Laboratory Technician has a broader role, supporting various lab operations across industries. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path based on skills and interests.
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Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 16 days ago
GlaxoSmithKline rating
8.9
Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
7th of 73 rated pharmaceutical
Job description
The Investigator- Dx Delivery is experienced with therapeutic product and Dx co-development, project management, scenario planning, budgeting, HBS management, and managing external vendors and partners. The Investigator, Dx Delivery provides the operational expertise needed to consistently implement the operational delivery of diagnostic strategies developed by the Precision Diagnostics Team within clinical trials, ensuring audit readiness at all times. TheInvestigator, Dx Delivery the diagnostic operational strategies of larger programs, executing the strategy within a subset of studies, and overseeing execution by Investigators within their assigned studies.
Responsibilities include:
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Drives the implementation of clinical diagnostic plans for therapeutic programs in early and late stage clinical development across Oncology, ensuring audit readiness
- Accountable for the development of the clinical study's diagnostics biosample collection, processing and storage strategies and ensuring their logistical feasibility and cost effectiveness
- Accountable for planning and implementing the diagnostic biosample collection within a clinical study including definition of the appropriate material, instructions, lab manual development & review, kit development, database set up, etc.
- Accountable for forecasting and planning of biosample analysis and sample management costs within projects or clinical studies
- Contributes to study protocols and ICFs prior to finalization and provides input to ensure the protocol and ICFs enable sample testing according to the diagnostic plan
- Work with Clinical Operations to draft Site Communications and Training Materials; train CRO and internal teams on sample collection/processing activities as required
- Project manages the implementation of clinical trial assays at reference labs and centralized testing vendors, ensures delivery of assay/data results and is a key contact for the assay lab
- Ensures alignment of outputs with the requirements of Data Management and Biostatistics, and provide expert input into data transfer agreements
- Serves as first point of contact for diagnostic biosample operational questions and issues within a project and coordinates with internal and external partners (e.g., Laboratory Study Management, Clinical Operations, Diagnostic Leads, and CROs)
- Provide regular study-level status updates for areas of accountability/responsibility to key stakeholders including diagnostic biosample tracking reports for select samples for analysis
- Accountable for the identification, documentation, and management of risks within projects
- Lead or contribute to functional process and system improvements to ensure operational excellence
- Accountable for a specialty area of process, training, or governance task as assigned
- Provide coaching and mentoring within the team, acting as a Subject Matter Expert in assigned areas
- Foster a positive and motivating work environment that encourages mutual respect, innovation, and accountability at all levels, by role modeling the GSK values
Why You?
Basic Qualifications
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
- Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related discipline
- 4+ years of industry experience
- Experience in clinical trial specimen management
- Experience overseeing third-party vendors and laboratories, including contracting activities
- Professional experience within the Oncology therapeutic area
- Experience with diagnostic assay development and validation
Preferred Experience
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
- Doctoral degree, Master's degree, or equivalent experience
- Matrix management and/or line management experience
- Experience in collection and processing of diverse sample types, LIMS, and project management
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and matrix working skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as well as a highly motivated team player with a proactive attitude and ability to interact effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, including internal and external technical and business experts
- Demonstrated knowledge of global diagnostic regulatory requirements and expectations for sample analysis, including sample exportation
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What we value in you
You are collaborative and clear in communication. You use sound judgement and act with integrity. You take ownership of delivery and help others do the same. You enjoy mentoring colleagues and improving ways of working. You will help create an inclusive team where different perspectives are welcomed.
How to apply
If this role motivates you and you meet the basic qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application and a short note explaining what excites you about this opportunity and how your experience matches the role.
• If you are based in Cambridge, MA; Waltham, MA; Rockville, MD; or San Francisco, CA, the annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges $151,500 to $252,500. The US salary ranges take into account a number of factors including work location within the US market, the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
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