What are the responsibilities and job description for the FISH Cytologist position at 5TA US Quintiles Laboratories?
We are seeking a FISH Cytologist 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.
Job Summary:
The Cytologist will lead tissue processing activities, including paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining, to support pathological analysis. This role involves troubleshooting, process improvement, and mentoring team members to ensure high-quality results and compliance with regulatory standards.
What you’ll be doing:
Perform and oversee slide preparation activities for microscopic evaluation by pathologists.
Collaborate with pathologists to ensure timely analysis and delivery of results.
Conduct FISH and IHC technical processing, staining, and maintenance of histology equipment.
Mentor junior staff, provide technical expertise, and lead team training on specialized techniques.
Troubleshoot processes and equipment, applying root cause analysis to resolve issues.
Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
Lead continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance data quality, lower costs, and optimize turnaround times.
Document laboratory methods, validations, and findings; present results to internal and external stakeholders.
What We Are Looking For:
High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
More than 5 years of experience in a histopathology lab or discipline (required).
ASCP certification or equivalent with 4 years of experience in clinical, research, academic, or commercial laboratory settings (required).
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, and close eye work requirements (e.g., computer use, reading small prints). Physical demands vary based on assigned tasks.
Expertise in histology techniques, staining procedures, and laboratory equipment maintenance.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and excellent communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
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, 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 $77,700.00 - $129,500.00. 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.Salary : $77,700 - $129,500
