Labcorp Posted October 29, 2026

Scientist – Metabolite ID and Profiling

Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

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 seeking a Scientist I – Metabolite ID and Profiling to join our team in Madison, WI!

 

Job Responsibilities:

In this role, you will perform day-to-day technical management of studies.

Development and application of qualitative Liquid Chromatography-High Resolution Mass spectrometry (LC-HRMS) for identification of metabolites in multiple species and multiple biological matrices.

Interpretation of MS/MS fragmentation pathways for structure elucidation of metabolites.

Application of radiolabel isotope techniques for profiling and metabolite quantitation.

Profiling and structure elucidation of drug candidate metabolites using LC/MS and radiodetection and other techniques as appropriate

Performs day-to-day technical management of studies with occasional mentorship and guidance management to develop general expertise in the field.

Responsible for the design, conduct and reporting of studies to meet scientific, regulatory and client requirements. (Studies will be of intermediate complexity in design and scope)

Reviews technical validity of projects and results with occasional help from more experienced scientists.

Evaluates data for report preparation and experiment modification, as applicable and writes comprehensive reports.

Project management responsibilities, including: client interaction.

Co-authorship of scientific papers and posters.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor of Science degree with 7 or more years of experience in a laboratory OR Master of Science degree with 3 or more years of experience in a laboratory.

3 or more years of experience with Liquid Chromatography - Mass spectrometry (LC-MS)

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D.

Additional Job Standards:

·       Knowledge of GLP and regulatory guidelines.

·       Ability to effectively organize and manage projects in a timely manner.

·       Ability to conduct literature reviews.

·       Ability to effectively perform data interpretation and report writing for studies.

Labcorp is an established and stable company where you can find professional growth and career advancement. With three state-of-the-art metabolism laboratories in Madison, Wisconsin, Huntingdon and Harrogate, UK, Labcorp has helped hundreds of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies select compounds to progress into development. Labcorp provides a comprehensive range of ADME services to support drug discovery and development programs.

 

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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Job details

Seniority
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Function
Clinical Development
Therapeutic area
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Location
Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America
Employment type
FULL_TIME

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