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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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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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How much do assay lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for assay lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in an assay lab, and how are they typically addressed?

Assay lab professionals often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict quality control, handling hazardous materials safely, and ensuring accurate, reproducible results under tight deadlines. These challenges are typically addressed through rigorous adherence to standard operating procedures, ongoing training in safety protocols, and the use of calibrated, well-maintained equipment. Effective communication within the team and with other departments, such as quality assurance and research, is also crucial for troubleshooting issues and maintaining workflow efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assay Lab Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assay Lab Technician, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in chemistry or a related science, often supported by a relevant degree or laboratory certification. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), analytical balances, spectrometers, and standard assay procedures is typically required. Precision, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills for ensuring reliable results and collaborating with team members. These competencies are crucial for maintaining data integrity, meeting regulatory standards, and supporting accurate decision-making in laboratory environments.

What is the difference between Assay Lab vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectAssay LabLaboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in chemistry, biology, or related field; certifications varyHigh school diploma or associate degree; certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentSpecialized lab focused on assays, testing, and analysisGeneral lab setting performing a variety of tests and procedures
Industry UsageCommon in pharmaceuticals, biotech, and research labsWidespread across healthcare, manufacturing, and research sectors
Job FocusDesigning, conducting, and analyzing assaysPreparing 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.

What is an assay lab?

An assay lab is a laboratory facility where various types of analyses are performed to determine the composition, quality, and quantity of substances, often minerals, metals, chemicals, or biological samples. These labs use precise scientific techniques to measure the presence and concentration of specific elements or compounds. Assay labs are essential in industries such as mining, pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and biotechnology to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and research accuracy.
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What cities are hiring for Assay Lab jobs? Cities with the most Assay Lab job openings:
Infographic showing various Assay Lab job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Locum Tenens, 9% Internship, 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.
Investigator, Diagnostic Delivery

Investigator, Diagnostic Delivery

GSK

Collegeville, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


GlaxoSmithKline rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 73 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

The Diagnostic (Dx) Delivery Team within Oncology Translational Medicine (OTM) is a dedicated group of scientific operations professionals that drive the implementation of clinical diagnostic strategy for therapeutic programs in early and late-stage Oncology clinical development. The Dx Delivery Team leverages subject matter expertise to progress Dx activities and deliverables in collaboration with Diagnostic strategy leads, Clinical and Translational Biomarkers (BMx), Precision Medicine & Digital Health Regulatory, Clinical Operations, Human Biological Sample Management, Data Management, Quality, Procurement, and Finance, as well as external CRO laboratories, central laboratories, collaborators, and Dx manufacturers. The team oversees implementation of clinical trial assays at reference labs and centralized testing vendors through contract execution and vendor oversight, ensures integration of relevant Dx content in clinical study documents and associated systems (i.e. clinical protocol, informed consent forms, eCRFs, CSRs, etc.), manages HBS and logistics to support the clinical trial schedule, ensures data is ready for analysis per timeline and oversees data transfer, and resolves or escalates Dx study-related issues.
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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