Lab Associate- Chemistry

IQVIA•Santa Clarita, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lab Associate – Chemistry to join IQVIA Laboratories at Valencia. 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: Perform routine chemistry testing and related laboratory activities to support clinical trials research, ensuring accurate results, timely turnaround times, and compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements. This role provides evening coverage to maintain continuous instrument loading and post‑analysis sample management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Basic knowledge of chemistry laboratory principles, instrumentation, and analytical techniques
Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and laboratory safety procedures
Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate, timely documentation
Basic computer skills and ability to work within laboratory information systems
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies in data
Effective communication and collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints).
Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology may be required for certain CAP/CLIA laboratories
Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

Responsibilities

Perform routine chemistry analyses and document results in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines
Evaluate analytical results using laboratory computer system algorithms to ensure data validity
Identify, document, and escalate potential errors or atypical results to senior laboratory personnel
Prepare buffers and solutions required for laboratory analyses
Support continuous instrument loading and timely post‑analysis sample and reagent storage
Assist with secondary review of analytical results when signed off as competent
Maintain laboratory housekeeping in alignment with 6S standards and safety requirements