Method Development Scientist I

Method Development Scientist - I (Madison, Wisconsin)

Work schedule: Monday - Friday (Day Shift)

Method Development Scientist - I

Job Responsibilities:

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. 

No significant remote work or travel and does include direct client interaction.

Essential Duties 

• Individual contributor role in a regulated lab environment.

• Develops routine and complex analytical methods for quantitation of pharmaceuticals from biological matrices, applying troubleshooting and documentation practices. 

• Supports method development and method transfer activities, including method writing and associated laboratory work. 

• Supports troubleshooting across development, validation, and sample analysis. 

• Maintains complete, accurate, and timely documentation in accordance with SOPs, GLP, and regulatory requirements. 

• Supports data-driven decision-making by communicating method performance, risks, and resource needs. 

• Serves as a technical resource within the group, assisting with troubleshooting and training as appropriate. 

• Participates in client interactions and internal cross-functional collaborations. 

• Contributes to evaluation of departmental procedures and local process improvements. 

• Promotes a cohesive and collaborative team environment. 

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.)

• 4 years or more of analytical laboratory experience

• 4 years or more of LC-MS/MS experience

Preferred Requirements

• Doctoral degree (Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.)

• With any lab experience

• Bioanalytical experience

• Any version of GLP/GMP/GCP/SOP experience helpful

• Method development exposure

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrated communication skills (external publications and presentations)

• Client management experience

• Proven ability to prioritize and manage time

• Excellent attention to detail

Application Window: 5/29 thru 6/8/2026

Pay Range: $70-85k

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. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please click here. 

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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Salary : $70,000 - $85,000