CDx Principal Investigator (Companion Diagnostics)

Are you interested in making a real scientific impact through your everyday work? Would you enjoy working in a team-focused environment as you explore unique career opportunities?

If you are looking for a company where you can gain exposure to a wide variety of science and explore a multitude of career paths across the drug development spectrum, consider working at Labcorp as a CDx Principal Investigator (Companion Diagnostics).

In this role, you will be the primary individual responsible for the preparation, conduct, and administration of the Companion Diagnostic (CDx) research study sponsored by the pharmaceutical companies and the Diagnostic device manufacturers companies (diagnostic sponsor).

This position will be based onsite at our Torrance, CA location.

In more details, you will…

• Oversee CDx research activities and ensure staff are trained and qualified.
• Maintain adherence to CDx and clinical protocols; secure IRB/EC approvals.
• Review and sign protocols, amendments, and regulatory documentation.
• Manage delegation logs and ensure operational alignment across teams.
• Monitor technical issues, troubleshoot during trials, and ensure data integrity.
• Report adverse events and protocol deviations promptly.
• Participate in audits, sponsor calls, and FDA inspection readiness.
• Ensure accurate documentation, record retention, and study close-out compliance.
• Act as an ambassador for sponsors, delivering exceptional client service.

Thrive personally and professionally at Labcorp

Working at Labcorp, you will continue to grow in our learning-based culture, so you will know how to respond and adapt expertly as the industry continues to evolve. Here, you will put your education to work as you play a meaningful role in advancing healthcare and making a difference in people’s lives.

In addition, Labcorp offers great benefits, global experience, and the opportunity to work independently within a collaborative environment.

What we are looking for

CDx Principal Investigator (Companion Diagnostics) are most successful at Labcorp with:

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• 3 - 4 years post-doctoral or industry experience within scientific area of expertise. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for education requirements below.
• Highly skilled in conducting research, data interpretation, and authoring reports.
• Experience performing scientific presentations and design/development of molecular assays and histopathology assays (IHC: Immunohistochemistry)
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory automation, system software, Microsoft applications, and laboratory statistics.
• Experience working in a regulated environment preferred (GCP, CAP, CLIA)
• Effective communication skills with technical staff, business development staff, peers, and clients.
• Mindfulness and interpretation of scientific data.
• Demonstrated problem prevention, detection, and resolution.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in scientific area with expertise in histology (IHC, ISH, FISH) and/or molecular; Board certification in scientific area of expertise preferred
• Design and development of molecular assays and/or histopathology assays (IHC: Immunohistochemistry)
• Molecular assay validation experience (per FDA design control &ISO regulation) a plus
• Coordinate with laboratory management to schedule projects as per the study protocol and study schedule.

Get to know Labcorp

At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations.

Here, you can join our more than 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than one hundred countries, as we work together to make a real impact on people’s lives.

Pay Range: $130,000 - $150,000

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. 

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.  Casual, PRN &