Research Assistant III

Labcorp is a leader in diagnostics, drug development and healthcare innovation. Across every role, we harness data and AI to work smarter, move faster and create breakthrough solutions that improve health outcomes for people. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is a global leader in diagnostic testing and drug development solutions, helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Research Assistant III to join our team in Madison, WI!

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30 am-3:15 pm CST some weekends may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

A Research Assistant III is responsible for work in support of the collection, documentation, and management of research data, including animal allocations, animal assignment, and data management system support functions while ensuring compliance with SOPs, GLPs, and regulatory guidelines. This role also involves monitoring animal health and welfare and upholding a strong Culture of Care, ensuring animals are treated ethically and prioritized at all times.

• Assigns resources to meet budgetary needs. Inspire and lead through effective relationship building, influencing stakeholders, and removing barriers for others.

• Drive continuous improvement through operational areas with a visible and dynamic leadership support presence.

• Provide input in strategy and development plans for increased business and people development.

• Strong emphasis on animal welfare, employee engagement, safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency, cost control/reduction.

• Responsible for overseeing study work across multiple rooms, studies, and revenue streams.

• Welfare – ensure all animals are maintained in accordance with regulations and concerns are reported promptly and accurately.

• Collaborate with Leadership and Subject Matter Expert(s) to resolve area/domain-specific challenges.

• Proficiency monitoring/continued competence monitoring and skill assessment.

• Support study initiations and key study events – ensure feedback to the team on key study essentials, and in conjunction with the leadership team.

• Support vivarium cleanliness, regulatory preparedness, ownership, and oversight.

• Data management process oversight.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science discipline (Biology, Wildlife, Pre-veterinary, Zoology, Animal Science, or related Life Science disciplines) OR 1 year or more of experience in a research or laboratory role.

​Preferred Qualifications

• AALAS certification.

Additional Job Standards:

• Overtime, weekend and holiday work may be required.

• Hours may vary or be flexible based on business needs.

• Commitment to animal welfare, safety, and ethical care standards.

• Reliable adherence to protocols, SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.

• Demonstrated attention to detail.

• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

• Exceptional customer service.

• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

• Comfortable working under minimal supervision.

• Willingness to learn and adapt, including new equipment, procedures, or compliance requirements.

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. 

• Relocation assistance available.

Why People choose to work at Labcorp: 
At Labcorp, it is our people that make us great – it is what our clients, our partners and, most importantly, what our employees say. Here, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with extraordinary peopl