Scientist - Ligand Binding Assay (LBA)

About the role

Labcorp is seeking a Scientist - Ligand Binding Assay (LBA) to join its team in Singapore. The role suits a motivated bioanalytical scientist with hands-on experience in ligand binding assay development, validation and sample analysis, supporting regulated preclinical and clinical studies.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, validate and run ligand binding assays (ELISA, MSD) for pharmacokinetic (PK), anti-drug antibody (ADA) and biomarker analysis.
• Analyse regulated samples in compliance with GLP, GCP and GCLP and applicable regulatory guidance.
• Evaluate analytical data, review it and ensure data integrity and scientific quality.
• Troubleshoot assay and instrument issues, find root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support method transfer, assay lifecycle management and continuous process improvement.
• Prepare and review technical documents such as protocols, validation reports, SOPs and study reports.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior laboratory staff.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry or a related discipline with 1-2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant bioanalytical laboratory experience.
• Preferred: hands-on experience in LBA development, validation and regulated sample analysis, and proven experience with ELISA and/or MSD platforms for PK, ADA and biomarker assays.
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations for bioanalytical method validation and immunogenicity testing is preferred.
• Experience in a regulated laboratory environment (GLP/GCP/GCLP) is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Ligand binding assay development and validation (ELISA, MSD)
• Data analysis and scientific problem solving
• Strong troubleshooting skills