Laboratory Assistant

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join IQVIA Laboratories at Indianapolis, IN.

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.

The Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of routine testing procedures to obtain data for use in clinical trials research.

What you’ll be doing:

• Perform routine analysis of specimens and document results in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate the validity of analytical results against the algorithms displayed by the lab computer system.
• Identify and document potential performance errors or unusual results, escalating them to senior lab personnel.
• Prepare buffers and solutions for analysis as required.
• Conduct secondary reviews of analytical results when signed-off as competent for applicable instruments and data types.
• Manage post-analysis sample and reagent storage.
• Assist in developing and writing new laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Maintain good housekeeping of the lab environment, consistent with 6S standards.

What we are looking for:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, or a Bachelor's Degree (some CAP/CLIA lab locations may require a BS in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology).
• 6 months of relevant lab experience required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Basic knowledge of lab principles and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures, including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling.
• Other equivalent combinations 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 (computer, typing, reading small prints). Physical demands vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of laboratory equipment and terminology.
• Ability to maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow.
• Strong collaboration skills with internal stakeholders.

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 IQVIA Laboratories 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

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA’s ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates IQVIA and its employees meet specific requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination status. https://jobs.iqvia.com/covid-19-vaccine-status

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $41,100.00 - $68,500.00. 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 : $41,100 - $68,500