Associate Scientist, Lab Operations

IQVIA • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Associate Scientist, Lab Operations (LCMS) to join IQVIA Laboratories at Indianapolis, IN. Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM 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: As an Associate Scientist, Lab Operations (LCMS), you will focus on operating LC-MS/MS instrumentation in a high-throughput environment with a strong QC mindset. You will support routine extraction and analysis, ensure results meet predefined quality standards, and help drive reliable, timely data delivery for our clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, cytotechnology, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience operating LC-MS/MS instruments and front-end liquid chromatography (HPLC/LC), ideally in a regulated or QC-focused laboratory
• Experience working in high-throughput or automated environments (for example, using Tecan platforms or similar automation) and strong understanding of laboratory safety practices
• Proficiency with laboratory and office software, including LIMS or similar systems and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• QC mindset with strong attention to detail, data integrity, and adherence to predefined acceptance criteria
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a high-throughput laboratory environment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with peers, leadership, and cross-functional partners

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor LC-MS/MS instruments to generate high-quality data in a high-throughput laboratory setting, following established methods and SOPs
• Perform routine sample extraction and front-end liquid chromatography (HPLC/LC) setup to support LCMS analyses
• Review and interpret analytical data against predefined acceptance criteria, escalating deviations and supporting quality investigations as needed
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting of LCMS and related laboratory equipment
• Accurately document all activities, maintain complete and compliant records, upload results into LIMS, and contribute to procedural updates and process improvements
• Work a Tuesday–Saturday schedule to support operational coverage and collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees