We are seeking a  Lab Associate - Microbiology to join Q2 Solutions, IQVIA’s laboratory business at Valencia, CA.

We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development.

As a Lab Associate - Microbiology you will perform routine specimen analysis and support laboratory operations to generate high-quality data for clinical trials.

What you’ll be doing:

Perform routine analysis of specimens and document results in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines

Evaluate validity of analytical results using lab computer system algorithms

Identify and escalate performance errors or unusual results to senior lab personnel

Prepare buffers and solutions for analysis

Conduct secondary review of analytical results when qualified

Manage post-analysis sample and reagent storage

Assist in developing and writing new lab procedures and techniques

Maintain lab cleanliness and organization in line with 6S standards

What We Are Looking For:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 6 months of relevant laboratory experience

Basic knowledge of lab principles, GLP, and applicable regulatory standards

Familiarity with lab safety practices, including hazardous chemical handling

Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities needed for this role:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints). Physical demands vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.

Knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and terminology

Basic computer proficiency and ability to manage reporting procedures

Strong collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams

What We Offer You:

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees’ physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

To learn more about our benefits, visit https://jobs.iqvia.com/benefits.

If you’re looking to unleash your potential, join Q2 Solutions, IQVIA’s laboratory business, to help make the extraordinary possible!

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $34,700.00 - $72,300.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.