Lab Associate

IQVIA • Durham, NC

18h • Onsite

About The Position

IQVIA Laboratories is seeking a Lab Associate in Durham, North Carolina. The role performs routine laboratory testing to generate data for clinical trials research and supports accurate specimen analysis, documentation, safety, quality, and compliance with standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

The Lab Associate analyzes specimens, evaluates results, prepares buffers and solutions, and supports sample and reagent storage. The position also contributes to laboratory procedure development, housekeeping, safety, quality, and 6S initiatives, and communicates with cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor's degree may be required at some CAP/CLIA laboratory locations, in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology.
• Six months of relevant laboratory experience required.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory principles.
• Basic knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices and applicable regulatory agency standards.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices, including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and terminology used in the area of responsibility.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuing education through self-study, in-services, lectures, and meetings.
• Other equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine specimen analysis and document results in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate the validity of analytical results against algorithms displayed by the laboratory computer system.
• Identify and document potential performance errors or unusual results and escalate them to senior laboratory personnel.
• Prepare buffers and solutions for analysis as required.
• Conduct post-analysis sample and reagent storage.
• Assist in developing and writing new laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Support laboratory housekeeping, safety, quality, and 6S requirements and initiatives.
• Communicate clearly, accurately, and on time with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Maintain effective reporting procedures and control workflow.
• Follow company procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• The company describes integrated benefits and resources supporting employees’ and their families’ physical, mental and emotional, financial, and social well-being. Specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED